Crystal Hegemann, a friend of our family whose son swims with Jacqueline on the swim team said she wanted to help us out by doing a fundraiser. Her own daughter is required to take high-cost medicine, yet she seeks to help another family who is in need. She’s a great example of Christ-like service and the miracle of service, in that when we lift another’s burden our own burden becomes lighter. A small organizing committee was formed with friends and a great fundraiser has been put together. It’s being called, “Swim for Emily” and is being held this Friday night from 8:00 – 10:00pm. It’s at the Lehi outdoor pool (451 E. 200 S.) If any of you would like to bring baked items they will be having a sale with all the proceeds helping us cover Emily’s medical expenses.
This is the epitome of love and hate. We love the love that’s being shown to us, but we hate being the center of focus for such an event. It’s so much easier to be on the giving end of things. Nevertheless, we know that humility must prevail and that help is truly needed. Crystal and others helping with the event, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts and hope that your own needs will be taken care of as you are helping with ours.
3 comments:
Matt and Jill, let us know more details. Is this a race, or do kids just come and swim?
I will bring lots of baked goods? What are they looking for? Individual things or pans of things.. Let me know!
We will have lots of baked goods there as well...but will be out of town to enjoy the party. I hope it goes really well and gives you a little help! Still thinking and praying for you!! The Wades
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