Yesterday I visited the Community Services League in Blue Springs. CSL is an organization that provides services to the needy in the community. Hence the name. They have a nice building near downtown Blue Springs that was secured for them by a super man who attends our church.
The operation is open for business 3-4 days per week. They help families and individuals based on income. Lately they have seen more new clients that have college degrees. They provide food, sometimes utility help, and more. They are very good at networking with other agencies.
One of the things that spoke to me while I was there was the rows and rows of bags of food lined up to go out the door. We tend to think that the needy live elsewhere, but CSL helps over 200 families a month that live in Blue Springs.
If you have been watching the news and feeling worried, there is something that you can do to make a difference. Clearly, there is a greater need for places like the CSL and our church's own Grace Place these days. If you have wanted to get more involved in missions, this would be a great time. It would provide a great stimulus to your life and to the lives of the needy.
It's a beautiful day in God's world, be sure to see the good.
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We have been donating to the CSL, they will come to your home and pick up your donations. I am glad to see that they are such an involved organization and working right here in our community.
Additional information regarding CSL. The Blue Springs facility that Jeff toured does not have a pick up service. I believe the Lee's Summit office does. WCC is very involved in providing help to CSL in Blue Springs.
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