A Volunteer’s Perspective

A clear part of our search in life is to discover the path to service that is a true calling for us. There is nothing like using our time, talents and abilities in the service of love for others. This I have found in the opportunities to volunteer with Buckner.

Since I retired in 2004, I have been sorting and packing shoes, starting in a shopping center, and then in various warehouses until the opening of the new Center for Humanitarian Aid warehouse. A small group of retirees gathers every Wednesday morning to sort and pack whatever is needed. We have fun working together, but never forget that each item that we touch will benefit a beautiful child in some far, distant place.

God calls us in the midst of our search to serve, and Buckner gave me another opportunity to fulfill another need – my love of traveling.
From my first mission trip to Guatemala with my daughter, Debbie, followed by trips to Russia, Peru with my son, David, and finally to Ethiopia, I have seen the wonderful mission of Buckner really making a difference in the lives of children. Those beautiful children touched my life. Their smiles and hugs transcended the language barrier. Then, to place a pair of shoes on a child’s feet that I had packed in Dallas, Texas! Wow!
None of this could happen without the amazing staff in these countries, as well as in Dallas. They are so dedicated to making the lives of children better.

This circle is completed when some of these children are adopted and become part of a family, I have even been able to volunteer at some of their events and welcome them to their new home in the United States. What a joy it is to see them grow! I thank Buckner for the opportunity to serve.

Rosemary Morice lives in Dallas, Texas and volunteers weekly at the Buckner Center for Humanitarian Aid.


Prayer of the Week:
-God of all people, you have called us to be a light to the nations. May we listen to your call today and the days ahead and be able to respond.

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