“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” -Mother Teresa
The crazy thing about serving others is that you can never get “too much” of it. It is not uncommon for a mentor or a counselor to “prescribe” service to others as a remedy to depression or self-pity–and rightly so. When one takes their focus off of their own problems and shifts their energy to help alleviate the problems of another human being, the side effects are extraordinary. God has designed us to work best when we work together as communities of tightly-knit interdependent individuals. Life Leadership provides an environment where imperfect people can come together–and through service–set themselves and others free from the bondage that enslaves them. Whether helping someone get out of debt, become financially independent, or even just learn how to live; Life Leadership members around the world are creating a movement that could very well affect all corners of society.
Life Leadership Members Lend a Helping Hand in Canada
To give yet another shining example of service through the Life on Life Initiative, a team of Life Leadership members in Moncton, New Brunswick, decided to turn their monthly get-together into an opportunity to give back. Organizers, Joce and Cynthia Dionne, along with sixteen other teammates, set aside a day to volunteer at the local Pregnancy Resource Centre of Moncton. From handy tasks such as painting, cleaning and yard work, to helpful acts of organizing and donating clothes and supplies, this group graciously poured out their love into the lives of both the Centre’s clients and their staff of volunteers. Check out the pictures and testimonies below, and notice how just one day of service distinctly affected the lives of all who were involved.
“There are truly unsung heroes in the community, and it made me realize how incredibly lucky we are to live in a country where these kind of places are even allowed to exist. I feel more proud of the community around me and more educated about the great people working hard to make a difference in my own backyard. ‘The only way to be happy is to give happy!’ (C.B.)” -J.P. Bourque (Life Leadership Member)
“I felt happy and proud to be able to help in a small way, and to be working on something together with my teammates that would bring smiles to the faces of both the ones that the Centre helps and the volunteers who work there. We all have our little problems, but I–for one–never had to worry about feeding or clothing my kids…Just another reminder to count our blessings.” -Mary Doucett (Life Leadership Member)
“I could not believe the number of clients that they serve while relying only on donations from the public and local companies. Overall, I really enjoyed the experience, and I can’t wait for the next one.” -Stephanie Bourque (Life Leadership Member)
“Making a difference and giving back to our community is always awesome, especially when it is done with an amazing group of good people! I didn’t think we would do so much in just a few hours, but when you work as a team, ANYTHING is possible!” -Angella Woods (Life Leadership Member)
“The experience opened my eyes to the specific needs that the new single moms have; and how this Centre offers compassion, support and vital information that answers those needs in such a caring and non-judgemental way.” -Jacqueline Richard (Life Leadership Member)
As Life Leadership expands to countries all around the world, the mission of changing people’s lives will always be in the forefront. The Life on Life Initiative was the spark needed to inspire thousands of “everyday” people to go out and “cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” We want to thank the Moncton team for setting a great example and making a big difference at their local Pregnancy Resource Centre.
Deanna Suggitt says
It makes me proud to be a part of an organization which enjoys and rejoices in helping others – doing for others what they themselves may not be able to do. They chose to do this on a day off and as a group are having fun and appreciating the accomplishment and satisfaction you receive when helping your fellow man.
Lloyd Weiler says
When you are blessed, be a blessing!! What a great example you guys are!!
Chad Palmer says
Thanks for serving the single mother’s in your hometown. Strong Work Team Dionne. Life on Life Initiative strikes again!
Owen Jones says
It is great to see the time and effort put towards the organizations that are there to help those that are in need of help. Great job to the team out in Moncton. The lives being touch will extend beyond this day.
Cindy Dillon says
what a great organization to help!
Angella Woods says
Thanks to our Amazing Leaders Joce and Cynthia Dionne. For organizing this volunteer! Proud to be a part of Life Leadership !
Jenny Park says
I am so excited to have joined a group of people working together to create good in the world. My only question is: What can I do to get something like this started in MY area??
Zach Frey says
Hello Jenny!
The Life on Life Initiative was launched to inspire Life Leadership members everywhere to make a difference in their local communities. You are more than welcome to coordinate with your leaders to organize a Life on Life event out in Utah. Looking back through the previous articles on this blog may give you an idea of what you would like to do, and once your team holds the event, we would love to hear about it and feature it in a post!
Thank you!
Aaron Knelsen says
Now that’s fired up! You couldn’t have picked a better place to volunteer your time and effort. Proud of servant leadership all across Life Leadership.
Cathy K says
Way to go, Kaizen!! I am so proud to be a part of LIFE and Kaizen, reading this!! You helped out the least, last, lost and forgotten in a way that will be remembered.
Phil Wall says
LIFE Leadership is an inspiration! They lead by example. They not only donate money to great organizations, they roll up their sleeves, and give their time, an asset more valuable than Gold. Thanks again LIFE Leadership communities in NB you are an inspiration.
Dave Bailey says
What a great LIFE on LIFE testimony! BIG Thanks to this LIFE team under the Leadership of Joce and Cynthia Dionne!
Carla Snair says
My favorite part of this is how you can see their hearts in their smiles. God is good, all the time! I’m so proud to part of this organization!!
Lynn Elliott says
I’m really proud to be a part of a team and community that gives back not only their resources but their time, which is irreplaceable, to serve others.
Crystal Healy says
I am so blessed to be a part of a revolutionary organization that thrives on helping others and its ultimate goal is to change the world. Awesome job team Dionne
Andrea Pierce says
This life on life Leadership group is inspiring. I’m so glad you’re a part of Lifeleadership!
Cheryl says
You guys are amazing. I love the work that you have done. I am so happy to be a part of this organization.
Aaron Hutchings says
Great job guys. Giving back to the community that gives so much. Very classy.
Rita says
Wow amazing what great things life leadership members do with so much love and we do care. It makes me cry happy tears.
Sandy Harquail says
I am so very proud of being part of Life Leadership because the leaders lead by example and inspire their groups to greatness. To give for the pleasure of giving, but giving of ourselves, THAT is true wealth. Thank you Life Leadership for the inspiration to greatness
Scott Staley says
Great job serving the community! Proud to be associated with such great people!
William Armbruster says
Living Life large by example,
giving to those in need &
loving with all the passion that
Life Leadership groups are full of!
Way to go Kaizen!
Youuuuurrrrr Greeeeeeeaaaaaatttttt!
Bill Vidito says
I love being part of an organization that is always finding ways to give back to those in need around us!
Sonya and Andrew Beeler says
You guys Rock!!!! Another Reason Life Leadership is the best company IN the world FOR the world…what a great example you all are and I’m very proud to know you!
William Armbruster says
Living life large by example,
giving to those in need and
loving with all the passion that
Life Leadership groups are full of!
Way to go Kaisen!
Youuuuurrrrr Greeeeeeeaaaaaatttttt!
Katy Harquail says
Thank you Joce, Cynthia and team for not only setting the example but also for being the example and serving others in our community! I am truly proud to be a part of Life Leadership!
#lovelifeleadership
Jacqueline Richard says
So fortunate to be part if this life changing team! Thanks Joce & Cynthia for organizing this event! Thanks Life Leadership for helping us make a positive difference in a negative world !!
Helen Woods says
I am so proud of my daughter Angella and Jason for giving back to the community and especially to single moms!!!! Way to go to the whole team!!!
Jay and Tara says
So proud to be a part of Life Leadership. A company that makes a real difference in real peoples lives. Thank you all for doing your part.
Pam says
Amazing team and leaders in Joce and Cynthia! So proud of the work Life Leadership is doing in Moncton as well as all over the world!
Kathy Fuchs says
Life on Life Initiative makes me proud to be a part of this community. Thanks to everyone for paying it forward. In reading this article it reminds me of a quote; as we go through our everyday lives and encounter people or situations that may be frustrating “Everyone has an untold story, be kind, you have no idea the storms they have weathered.” Love LifeLeadership!!!