Nothing like volunteering at the Salvation Army to get a heavy dose of humility, faith and perspective. Once again our small infrequent efforts are mushroomed by comparison to the day to day support and assistance given by the many selfless Salvation Army staff and volunteers throughout the world.

In Mexico City it was an honor and privilege to meet Captain Silvia Cortes and Captain Jamie Morales and learned about some of their ongoing projects, flood relief to areas affected by the just recent heavy rains (photos to come), neighborhood ministries and children programs. During our two days with Silvia and Jamie we work together to assemble an outdoor car port covering, rearrange some furniture and try our hands at some artistic painting (Lots of Fun). We finished off our final day by visiting a nearby hospital and listened to Silvia and Jamie sing and pray (in Spanish) before offering people coffee and pastries.
 


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    Volunteer work with the Salvation Army

    Part of what we wish to accomplish over the next year is not only the cycling, but also giving back to the communities which we will pass through. 

    When we hit a town that has Salvation Army services, we offer our hands-on help for a day or two in the hope of encouraging the regular volunteers and also providing some relief in the volume of work that is demanded of them.

    We chose the Salvation Army because they are well respected, give practical help to those that are in need and they are also situated throughout Pan-America.

    We feel very priviledged to be associated with this hardworking organisation.   We hope that the work we do (albeit small) will be of some worth and also raise awareness of all the good work the Salvation Army does for others.

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