My retreat in Boston with Ecclesia Ministries last fall introduced white socks to me. Those generous people who minister to the homeless and precariously housed pointed out how important clean, good socks are to someone who spends all day on their feet.
People with a military background know how much emphasis is put on foot care and socks, as are people who are involved in athletics. When you think about it, the sock is a buffer between our body and our shoe, which is a shield from the outside. The offer to provide someone with a buffer, the human contact and demonstration by one person reaching out to another, is a wonderful thing. It's simple and inexpensive and is so rewarding for me personally.
I continue to be impressed by how many people take me up on an offer of a pair of socks. Even during this winter I have given away at least 4 times more socks than hats and gloves. Yes, that's why I have this big plastic container in my car filled with socks!
Dear Pastor
ReplyDeleteYes, Socks are a special way of minitering to otheres. I should know, because I am the founder of Comfort Socks, a non-profit organization, that believes that one's soul can be touched by the comfort of new socks.
Comfort Socks is a 501(c)3 public charity that provides new socks to homeless shelters all across the United States. Aside from the obvious hygiene benefits of new socks, our mission is one of comfort. New Socks simply feel good, and to someone hurting or going through a difficult time, the warmth and comfort of new socks can help tend to their soul.
Please let us know if we can be of some help to you. You certainly understand the need.
For more information, please see our website at www.comfortsocksonline.org
You may also follow our blog at
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In His care and service
Theresa Tese
Founder
Comfort Socks
PO Box 477
Supply, NC 28462
910-269-8577