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Robin’s Story of Transformation

by | Feb 2, 2022 | Stories of Transformation

Robin joined the Life Skills Program eight years ago as a teacher. “I learned to love the participants that came through the classes and I thought maybe I should be a peer support and so I decided to give that a try,” said Robin.

It wasn’t until Robin dove into the program through teaching and being a peer support that she changed her perspective. Dignity Serves was a catalyst to begin her transformation. She learned that she was not here to serve others, but also receive love.

“I had to really examine myself and my motives about being a peer support, what does that mean?” stated Robin. Throughout Robin’s eight years with Love, she has journeyed with many different peers.

“It’s been a partnership I love because we’re all on a journey in different places at different times & we need that interdependence and dignity that we all have in the image of God.” Robin explained.

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It’s quite incredible that all of this happens almost every day, and every week, by diligent volunteers who embody our diligence core value.

Not only is there a large variety of “things to do,” but also a deep investment by those who say yes to volunteering. Most volunteers serve weekly, some even daily, spending hundreds of hours donating the gift many of us hold most tightly – the gift of time.

In 2023 alone, 420 volunteers invested 49,120 hours – a value of $1.5 million! 

Our core mission is to love, serve and connect with dignity as we follow Jesus Christ closely, watching how he transforms lives – and we often highlight the transformation happening through our Life Skills Program.

What we often forget to highlight is that God is also transforming lives through volunteerism, giving community members purpose, friendship, creativity, and belonging. Here at Love, we believe everyone has something to offer.

If you are a volunteer, at Love Your Neighbor or elsewhere, thank you for this priceless gift!

Check out this volunteer video to learn more about volunteering at Love Your Neighbor.