Hands of The Carpenter hosted our largest Car Care Clinic this past Saturday at Lookout Mt. Community Church. Four times a year, we serve single parents and widows with a Car Care Clinic. The clients receive an oil change, along with a 51 point vehicle inspection, all free of charge. We have been hosting these for 6 years now, and there is a strong possibility that this will be our last one to be held at this location, as we are hoping to move to our new auto shop soon!

The Car Clinics are about more than just changing oil. I’m not sure who is having more fun – the volunteer mechanics – who have a friendly competition going among themselves on which team is the “best” - or the clients being served – as they visit over coffee and pastries, sharing life stories, and encouraging one another. Perhaps it’s the children as they run inside for one more donut, and then back to the playground for more excitement and play. This specific clinic, it may have been Dan and Brenda Georgopulos, watching and wondering in amazement at all the Lord has done throughout the years with a ministry that began with much prayer and a cell phone.

I am a single parent. I am deeply touched every time my car is serviced, so that it will run safely. I am just as touched by the more than 20 volunteers who give of their time and commitment on a Saturday to serve. I am touched by the women and children who come – and get a taste of God’s goodness through the simple act of having their oil changed. I am grateful for the care that you offer to those in need. Thank you – to everyone who has served, or donated needed equipment and oil products. You truly are the hands and feet of Jesus – lightening the burden of those God calls us to journey with.