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How To Pack A Care Gift For The Homeless At Teen Action Night

10/30/2018

Young people like to hear stories. They can develop compassion, empathy and be moved to action through stories.
We told them a story about folks living under bridges and how to make a gift bag for homeless people.
After some good exercise playing volleyball, we shared real life stories, read a few Bible verses and ate good food!
Planning is an excellent way to be prepared for maximizing the potential of opportunities that come our way.
Making a care package for a homeless person is easy and inexpensive. The dollar stores have many cheap items. We provide a water bottle with a Bible Verse label courtesy of the Bread of Life Church. We've posted the YWAP Homeless Care Kit Packing Advice below.

Packing A Care Gift for the Homeless

ITEMS TO INCLUDE:
A typical Care Kit consists of a watertight gallon-size zipper lock plastic bag filled with items like:

Water bottle
Socks
Tuna and crackers
Granola Bar or cereal bar
Fruit snack or applesauce cup
Crackers with peanut butter or cheese
Gift certificate to fast food
Hand wipes
Pack of Kleenex
Maxi pads
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Nail clippers
Band Aids
Chapstick
Comb or small brush
Mints, cough drops or gum
Mini Fliers with ways the Mission can meet their needs
Note of encouragement or uplifting Bible verse
Beef sticks

WHEN YOU GIVE CARE KITS AWAY …

Don’t be in a hurry. It’s okay to slip it out your window to someone on a street corner or freeway ramp. But consider taking time to park the car and hand-deliver it.
Smile. This person probably gets ignored by hundreds of people every day.
Make eye contact. It shows that the person matters.
Don’t give money. It’s your decision, of course, but we generally discourage giving cash. Instead, ask what their immediate need is and consider how you can help. Buy them a meal? A bus ticket?
Be available to have a conversation. Some people won’t want to talk, so be sensitive. Others will be delighted to tell you their story.
Pray. Before you go, while you go, for the people you encounter. Ask the person if they would like you to pray for them right there.
Be wise. The majority of homeless men and women are not dangerous — they’re people just like you. But it’s smart to go out as a group when handing out Care Kits.
Inspire others. Share your story of handing out Care Kits with us. Email us at ywapbuffalo@yahoo.com

This information was taken from the Portland Rescue Mission.
https://www.portlandrescuemission.org/get-involved/learn/pack-a-care-kit/

For more information about how you can become a YWAP supporter and volunteer, please leave a message or call us at 716-830-8240. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody. Jesus loves you and so do we. #ywapbuffalo #ywap4God #ywap716 #JLYASDW

A Day of Warmth At The Bread of Life Center of Hope

10/26/2018

Young folks and old folks came to The Bread in search of warmth and received hope.
Warmth is something your body craves in a Buffalo winter. Hope is something your heart craves everyday.
A lot of folks walked the aisles of clothing, blankets and books and packed their bags with warmth and hope.
Plenty of soups, salads and smiles satisfied hungry stomachs. It was a beautiful day in the Bread neighborhood!
Evelyn Guash and her team of volunteers provided a lesson on compassion through the work of their hands. The warmth of Christ in their hearts cast a radiant warmth of God's Love on all who came to The Day of Warmth at The Bread of Life Center of Hope.
Last week featured a full slate of activities at The Bread. Under the Tent in the Bread parking lot, speakers provided hope in the name of Christ. Worship bands sang about praise and gratitude. Oh yes - and there was food! Great things are happening at The Bread of Life Center of Hope.

For more information about how you can become a YWAP supporter and volunteer, please leave a message or call us at 716-830-8240. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody. Jesus loves you and so do we. #ywapbuffalo #ywap4God #ywap716 #JLYASDW

Teen Action Night - A Man Born Without Arms & Legs

10/25/2018

   Young people were spread across both sides of the street last week at Teen Action Night.
   We still had more than a few teens for some fun, food, exercise and a great discussion about dads.
   At Teen Action Night we heard a story about Nick Vujicic, a man born without arms and legs.
People born without arms and legs are a rarity. Nick travels the world telling his story of overcoming adversity and perseverance through his love for God and belief in Christ.
   Our discussion after dinner was all about dads. Some young folks never see their dads and some struggle to forgive. We think the words we're hearing are giving us confirmation regarding our upcoming conference "How To Be A Great Dad." You can read more about that by following this link: "How To Be A Great Dad"

HOW TO BE A GREAT DAD Conference ~ Nov 30 & Dec 1 In Buffalo, NY

10/25/2018

   Young guys aren't born with instructions downloaded into their brains that tell them how to be great dads.
   Watching our own dads is how most of us learn how to be a dad.
   A father is supposed to be someone who loves their children and their wives the way God the Father loves us.
   Plenty of guys are brought up without dads.
   Some of us have good dads and some of us have bad dads and some of us have no dads.
It's fun to be a dad. It's challenging, but rewarding and it takes effort.
In this two day conference to all guys 12 yrs. - 102 yrs. All guys can learn something to share.

You will learn how to be a successful dad in the eyes of your children.
You will learn how to respect women and be a partner with them in raising respectful children.
You will learn about preventing abuse, - sexual, emotional and physical.
You will learn how God the Father has a plan for you to become a great dad.

This conference is free, but we do need sponsors to cover the costs of educational materials. We hope to be able to do this conference again and reach as many guys as we can.
Please register early so we can make sure we have enough educational booklets and food for you.
Sign up on our Great Dad Event Page at: HOW TO BE A GREAT DAD
Tom Burger AnchorPoint Chaplaincy Services
Bob Kuebler Youth With A Purpose Inc.

For more information about how you can become a YWAP supporter and volunteer, please leave a message or call us at 716-830-8240. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody. Jesus loves you and so do we. #ywapbuffalo #ywap4God #ywap716 #JLYASDW

YAY! They Stole Our Sign!

10/24/2018

You would think a stolen sign would cause some anger.
While we did frown at first, we smiled as we looked for it.
As we walked the city streets, we met more young people.
Pain usually comes when you lose something of value, but when you find it, the pain goes away.
We found our YWAP Sign, but we didn't find the post that holds it up. Still we got to walk up and down South Park Avenue in South Buffalo that was filled with kids getting out of school. Who knows if any of them will come to Teen Action Night, but we will keep trying.
A stolen sign causes you to go out into the highways and byways to look for it. In the process your circle of influence is enlarged; and so is the kingdom of God's Love through you.
BTW - We need turkeys for our Thanksgiving dinners that serve over 4,000 people.
Hey buddy, can you spare a bird?

For more information about how you can become a YWAP supporter and volunteer, please leave a message or call us at 716-830-8240. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody. Jesus loves you and so do we. #ywapbuffalo #ywap4God #ywap716 #JLYASDW

"IT'S ALWAYS TOO SOON TO QUIT" - Ken Metzger At Teen Action Night III

10/13/2018

Cancer, Chemo & A COMEBACK IN CHRIST!

   Young people at Teen Action Night III listened to a great comeback story at The Bread of Life Center of Hope.
   When Ken Metzger urged them to never give up, he also showed them the benefits of never giving up.
   All people will face hard times. Ken urged the crowd to hold on to the fact that God is "Crazy in love with you!"
   Preparing for good times and hard times is best done by knowing God's promises as told in the Bible. Ken quoted several verses that carried great meaning for him. He also gave all the young people and the YWAP Mentors a free copy of his book "The Potter's Perfect Piece." It's a great book with an inspirational story about how God shapes us through good and hard times. We also began a new custom; we taped the weekly Bible verses from the Bible Study Booklets on both sides of the volleyball net.
   We're grateful to Ken Metzger for being a living role model of resilience for young people and old-heads too. Thanks Ken. Jesus loves you and so do we.

For more information about how you can become a YWAP supporter and volunteer, please leave a message or call us at 716-830-8240. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody. Jesus loves you and so do we. #ywapbuffalo #ywap4God #ywap716 #JLYASDW

Teen Action Night III Photo Gallery

Tonight At Teen Action Night - KEN METZGER ~ A Man of Perseverance & Resilience

10/11/2018

Who Is A Potter's Perfect Piece?

   Young people 12-18 yrs. old will be treated tonight with a copy of a book called "The Potters Perfect Piece."
   When they arrive at 6 PM, they'll have a blast playing a volleyball type of activity and get a lot of exercise.
   At about 7 PM we call timeout and listen to a guest speaker for nine minutes. (Yes we do time the speaker!)
   Potters are folks who work with clay. God molds us through the trials and tribulations that we pass through. We're grateful to Ken and BG Metzger. They have walked through many valleys of dark shadows and climbed many mountains of struggles. They're both "Role Models of Resilience."
   YWAP is an organization of potters and an organization of clay. We remain teachable as we teach. We try and remain moldable as we mold. If you are a guy or a girl 12-18 yrs. old and would like to get some exercise, hear a good speaker, learn some biblical leadership and eat some good food.
IT'S FREE.
The address is The Bread of Life Center of Hope 1638 South Park Ave, Buffalo. Call 716-830-9240 for more details.

For more information about how you can become a YWAP supporter and volunteer, please leave a message or call us at 716-830-8240. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody. Jesus loves you and so do we. #ywapbuffalo #ywap4God #ywap716 #JLYASDW

Pastor Pat's Birthday - 82 yrs In The Flesh & 46 yrs. Born Again!

10/10/2018

Alpha & Omega International Band With Musical Friends & Good Food Celebrate Pastor Pat Lavery's Double Birthday Blessing!

   Years go by quickly and it's always a great practice to slow down and celebrate birthdays.
   When Pastor Pat Lavery accepted Christ into his life, he was born into a fresh new life and forever changed.
   A lot of folks brought gifts and food, but most of all they brought the shared love of God in the spirit of family.
   Pastor Pat and Addiction Conquerors have spread the love of God far and wide. Many people have left lives of addiction and embraced the freedom found in Christ. Thanks Pastor Pat for giving your life away so that other people could know the Love of Christ that is freely given to anyone who accepts it.
   Alpha & Omega International Band joined other musicians and singers to celebrate the double birthday of a life well lived. The next date for the band is October 20, 2018 at 5PM at the Bread of Life Day of Warmth and Healing Crusade, 1638 South Park Avenue. The event will take place October 18, 19 & 20.

For more information about how you can become a YWAP supporter and volunteer, please leave a message or call us at 716-830-8240. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody. Jesus loves you and so do we. #ywapbuffalo #ywap4God #ywap716 #JLYASDW

OSCAR BROWN A ROLE MODEL For The Next Generation At Teen Action Night II

10/5/2018

   You could see every head in the room fixed on the tall man who spoke to them softly and confidently.
   When young people listen intently, you know their hearts are soaking up something good!
   A lot of folks are athletes, few will honestly tell you about the struggles of failure within their will to succeed.
   Planning is part of the goal setting process. Oscar Brown is an example of a young man who sets goals, knows how to embrace plans that include struggle as a means of attaining those goals. He had parents who guided him. mentors and coaches who taught him about God and life - now he's giving back!
     Having Oscar Brown speak to the young people at Teen Action Night is an example of a Mission/Vision Statement in action. Our goal is to help young people become Christ-centered mentors for the next generation. Oscar is a young man who played on a YWAP Basketball Team that was winless to the tune of 0-14! But with the help of teammates like Olwak Jenaro the YWAP Team came back the next season to win a Championship.
He went on to play college ball, graduate and then spent six years in the US Army. One of his goals is to help young people in Sudan through soccer clinics with Jenaro. YWAP will sow into that effort. Both of these young men have a relationship with Christ. We are proud of them.
What happens on Teen Action Night? For 12-18 yr. old guys and girls, we play some volleyball type activities, and, learn about character through the Bible, we eat some good food and listen to a Nine Minute Life Speaker like Oscar.
If you need more info call the YWAP Line 716-830-8240. It doesn't matter if you're not a Christian or into religion, we don't force you into anything, we just want you to know what love is and we respect you as you are.
#ywap716 #ywapbuffalo #ywap4God #JLYASDW

For more information about how you can become a YWAP supporter and volunteer, please leave a message or call us at 716-830-8240. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody. Jesus loves you and so do we. #ywapbuffalo #ywap4God #ywap716 #JLYASDW

FIRST SATURDAY LIVE AT THE BREAD

10/2/2018

   Young folks and old-heads are invited to Saturday Night LIve at The Bread Of Life Center For Hope.
   When God gives a gift to sing, dance, paint, write etc. ~ it's a beautiful day in the neighborhood when you share it!
   After we have "karaoke-style-for-Jesus" for a few hours, we share a meal. (You could bring vittles to share!)
   Praying is something we do too. We open the Bread Of Life Church at about 5pm for practice and begin at about 6pm. After about 8pm we eat and by 9pm we're usually full of good food and friendship.
   The First Saturday Live October 6, 2018 6:00 PM
      (Every First Saturday of the month)
   Bread of Life Church 1638 S PARK AVE. BUFFALO, NY 14220
   (Refreshments will follow)
   Please contact 830-8240 Pastor Bob Kuebler Or 570-1175 Young Hee
Also, any worshippers who want to participate, please RSVP and may come by 5 pm for rehearsal.

For more information about how you can become a YWAP supporter and volunteer, please leave a message or call us at 716-830-8240. Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody. Jesus loves you and so do we. #ywapbuffalo #ywap4God #ywap716 #JLYASDW