Going the Extra Mile

This is Tony Smith and Jennifer and Kagen Cox. They lead the Kalispell Church of Christ Youth Group. In their Sunday morning classes they discussed giving of themselves without expecting anything in return. By way of practical application, the youth group toured the Samaritan House and decided they wanted to help.

They began a recycling drive to raise money for the shelter. Over the next few months they were able to recycle anything from aluminum cans to metal car parts and tractor parts. They even wrestled a really big crane radiator that was donated.

In addition to the recycling drive the group hosted a dinner and reception May 16th for the residents of the shelter. One young lady designed and printed invitations. Two other members of the youth group who are in Orchestra at school put together a small ensemble to play music for the evenings entertainment. Shelter residents were treated to a fine meal, homemade dessert and live music.

The result of their effort was $803 raised to help the Samaritan House in our efforts to feed the homeless. Going the extra mile and giving without expecting anything in return.