2009: Denver's Two Dozen

Vicky Dolven, Kortnie Wertzbaugher, Gary Nilson and
Craig Hurst were 4 of 24 volunteers at our April 1
outreach in Denver.

RECORD TURNOUT IN THE ROCKIES

As we poured over the list of volunteer RSVPs for our April 1 outreach in Denver, something in particular stood out: the number 24.

Twenty-four volunteers for one outreach is a new record for us in the Rockies. That's a lot of progress for our first year in Denver. We're so grateful for all these hearts who want to help.

The forecast called for a high of 38 and a couple inches of snow. Instead, the clouds stayed closed and the temperature climbed to 46. We set out with 35 sack lunches, ready to serve.

“The people we’ve encountered are so appreciative,” Paula Lentowich said. “Having the opportunity to reach out and make a difference in their lives is truly rewarding.”

Those rewards, of course, are coupled with seeing the stark realities of just how badly people are hurting – battling cancer, heroin, a prison record, job loss and the loss of a spouse.

The “hunger” we’re seeing is so intense that people are approaching our volunteers...and specifically asking them for prayer after watching them pray for someone else.

These precious lives long to be delivered from the devastation of depression, abuse, addiction, and abandonment. We hear the cry. We see the cry. And we’re moved with Christ’s compassion.

Our next two outreaches in Denver take place on May 5 and May 19. To learn more about Filling The Void, please visit www.denveroutreach.com.