The doors do not open until nine, but she arrives a little after five. It's freezing outside, and as bundled as she can be, she waits quietly with her little push cart. Though her hands are bone chilled, she patiently makes small talk with the others who are gathered. There is going to be groceries offered today, and her family needs them. Some extra clothes during these cold months are especially desired, and there will be a few new items from which she may choose. Maybe she will pick up new book or a toy, they might help put a smile on one of her grandchildren. A woman who loves and has need like she does knows that it is a small sacrifice for such a blessing. Today she'll receive some help, and today will fill in the gap. Today is MRZ CENTRE Outreach day.
Every second and fourth Saturday of each month, the doors open at nine in the morning to MRZ CENTRE on Monroe Street in downtown Tallahassee. People who have similar stories to the beautiful lady mentioned above have gathered outside the doors and line the street. Their needs are great which include food, clothing, shoes, and care. Inside the building there are dozens of volunteers who come out on a Saturday morning just to offer some comfort, some love, and a hand extended to those who have so little. For a few moments, sadness is removed from their eyes. For a few moments, they find there are people who really care in this world. For a few moments, they find love without charge which many have told before them there should be.
Readers are welcome to see for themselves, and readers are welcome to ride by and observe. Readers are welcome to join and serve, and readers are welcome to listen to the stories of those who walk through the doors of MRZ CENTRE to find help in their time of need. These indeed are the least of these my brethren, and they dwell in our midst. Until tomorrow...Why say more?
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