Love INC partners in ministry in many ways:  with organizations, businesses, churches, families and other service agencies.  One wife expressed her appreciation for all those who stayed by her side as she supported her husband through getting a prosthetic leg.  They needed support as he received modifications to the leg, occupational therapy, physical therapy and water therapy and took his first steps.  Transportation and assistance with all the daily things for her and a wheelchair ramp for him, required this couple to rely on the loving hands of many.  Love INC was part of that team who supported her.  In an email that had a long list of recipients she writes "I want to take this time to thank Love INC and my family working miracles by phone, computer and so much more to make the day he comes home possible."

For others, such a support system as the couple above had does not exist.

A man in his sixties met with adversity, which threatened to leave him homeless.  Unemployed and faced with problems with his vehicle, car insurance and driver's license, his trials were more than he could handle alone and he found himself having "to resort to asking for help with a multitude of issues".  After contacting Love INC he found there were people who truly cared about the plight in which he found himself.  "That's more refreshing to me than can be imagined.  It's so easy to wallow in depression in the light of overwhelming difficulties....I have no idea where I'd be without the caring, kindness and generosity of Love INC.  Frankly, I wasn't aware that people such as you existed.  I'd like to formally express my gratitude for the assistance I've received."

Not everyone needs Love INC to be a lifeline.  Sometimes they are just the answer to a simple prayer.  For one woman, that was certainly the case.  She writes:  "I want to thank everyone at Love INC for the beautiful microwave that you so generously provided.  Volunteers brought it by this afternoon.  It exceeds my wildest expectations by leaps and bounds and I know I will enjoy using it for a very long time.  I don't think I have ever had one as big as this one and it seems to do just about everything except sing "Jingle Bells".  This gift on top of Molly's* visit and gift of hanging curtains in my living room has made today a day I will remember for a very long time and will definitely be a bright spot on my list of daily blessings.  I pray the Lord will continue to bless each of you and your ministry wherever it takes you."

Sometimes the letters that come in the mail are not from neighbors in need at all.  Ruby* expressed her appreciation, as someone from an organization getting help for her client:  "Thank you for being willing to be the hands of the Lord in such a practical and critical way.... When you prayed with her, she seemed to be deeply touched and when another opportunity arose for her to accept prayer, the impact of God's love had hit it's mark and she craved more.  Only God knows the full ripple affect of your kindness....Also, thank you for helping me navigate at my end as well!  Your encouragement, contact, coordination and gentle suggestions were invaluable."

Twice this summer Love INC was able to do home mini-makeovers.  Teams went in and did whatever needed to be done on properties that needed a little TLC.  Two ladies wrote to express their pleasure in the results.

"I wish you could have seen the activity here that day that all the volunteers were here to help me.  Most of the help (men) did all the yard work-two ladies who did the house work and one small boy, perhaps nine years old, who planted flowers in my yard.  I felt so very special that day and also my  yard still looks lovely.  Love INC must be a special place to have such very good volunteers.  I can't thank you enough just saying thank you, but the thank you comes from the bottom of my heart. May God bless each one of you and a sincerely thank you to each one of you."

Another writes:  I couldn't help but shed tears of joy when I saw all the awesome work the volunteers did for me on my yard, fence, bedroom and the painting and repair of the fence....Your gift of love and help to this senior citizen was appreciated more than you could ever imagine."

Just as these are only a sample of the thank you notes received, this is just a sample of the many ways your prayers, support and participation have allowed Love INC to minister and show the Love In the Name of Christ to so many in the Anchorage community.  Please accept our thanks for all you have done and all you continue to do in the name of Christ.

*Not real names.