Behind the Scenes

Every great event or happening HAS to have someone behind the scene putting it all together. Like in a puppet show, the puppet master is the one directing everyone to pull the strings to make the show what it is and to present entertainment for the people assembled. As much as we'd like to think that things happen "magically" in reality they don't "JUST" happen. Someone has to be "pulling the strings" to tie it all together.

The Faith in Action Ministry has a wonderful leader in the person of Patti Sills-Trausch. She is the Director of the Faith in Action Ministry here at the Casa. I believe in giving credit where it is due. Patti believes in this ministry and you can immediately hear that when meeting her and working with her.

The teams of people who volunteer to help organize and coordinate projects and various elements are outstanding. Lucky me to be able to work with such a fine leader and exceptional volunteers. I personally encourage you that if you are looking for something to do with your time, check out the Franciscan Renewal Center's website and the Social Action page at www.thecasa.org. There are so many varieties of things to do that there is literally something for everyone.

Don't forget....Check it out: www.thecasa.org/socialaction

Same Pew But A Different View

Recently I have been given a new assignment with my work here at the Casa. When I first started here in 1991, I was working in the Giftshop/bookstore. I was then asked to move into marketing, then public relations and then communications. My newest assignment is working in the Faith In Action Ministry.
Reflecting on my years here at the Casa, I have looked at the different moves within the Casa as sitting in the same pew but seeing a different view each time.
I'm still working in the same place but now my focus will be in a different area.

I know that over the years, I've always thought what a wonderful expression of support and faith the people have who volunteer and work within this ministry. I thought of them as the "hands on" people. People who go out and "DO".
As I learn more about this ministry, I look forward to meeting the many people who give of their time and talents to the community at large.

One of the first tasks that I was asked to work on was to update the brochure listing all the "Faith In Action Opportunities." Wow. I have just realized exactly how many projects that this ministry is involved in coordinating AND it is amazing!

Then my mind rolled out to how do we let people know of these opportunities? Why a blog of course!! So for now, my thought is to blog about each one of the many activities and projects that are available for anyone to participate in here through the Faith in Action Ministry.

Watch for the list to begin shortly. I hope YOU will be as amazed as I was when I started reading about the wonderful things that take place here.

Stay tuned.