Healing is never just about what we receive — it’s also about what we give. For many who come into recovery, life has been dominated by survival: meeting their own needs, battling their own struggles, and often feeling like a burden to others. Serving others shifts that focus. It restores dignity, builds confidence, and reminds residents that they still have something of value to contribute to the world.
The greatest among you shall be your servant.” — Matthew 23:11
At Adua Grace & Mercy Network Foundation (AGMN), we believe service is one of the most powerful ways to experience healing. Outreach is woven into our programs, not as an obligation but as a gift — both to the community and to the residents themselves.
One resident reflected after serving at a community pantry: “I used to only think about my needs. Helping others reminded me I still have something valuable to give. I walked away from that experience feeling stronger and more hopeful.” That moment was a turning point for him, teaching that his identity wasn’t limited to his past mistakes — he could be a blessing to others.
Service Opportunities at AGMN
- Food Pantries & Drives: Residents help provide meals and groceries to families in need, experiencing the joy of feeding the hungry.
- Clothing Donations: Residents sort, organize, and distribute clothing essentials, meeting practical needs and restoring dignity to those struggling.
- Church Partnerships: Residents join local congregations in evangelism, worship events, and support projects, giving them opportunities to serve alongside the wider body of Christ.
- Community Projects: From cleaning neighborhoods to volunteering at shelters, residents experience firsthand the impact of giving back.
One of our women’s homes partnered with a church to deliver groceries to elderly neighbors. The residents later shared how grateful they felt to serve those who often feel forgotten. The residents not only encouraged others but also deepened their own sense of community and purpose.
Service transforms lives in two directions: it meets the needs of those served, and it reshapes the hearts of those who serve. For our residents, giving back is a vital part of recovery. It builds humility, gratitude, and compassion, while teaching them to live beyond themselves.
At AGMN, we remind our residents that serving others is part of following Christ’s example. Jesus Himself said He came “not to be served, but to serve” (Mark 10:45). As our residents step into that calling, they experience the freedom of living for something greater than themselves.
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