Feet Washing Time Again at the Los Angeles Mission
The night before Jesus was crucified he washed the feet of his disciples. He did this as a form of love , but also as an example of humility to those who would be left to carry on the work he started. Today at the Los Angeles Mission , this symbol of humility and service is also a way to find those who are suffering physically. Many low income and homeless people in skid row do not see the doctors on a regular basis, even if they have illnesses such as diabetes. Doctors are out there helping the feet washing finding those who need to be treated then and there or who may need to pay a visit later.
Today this will be happening at the Los Angeles Mission.
Now in 2010 I am diabetes free because of Gastric bypass surgery. God has blessed me beyond measure and, tomorrow I will wash feet as a prayer , a service , and out of gratitude , because god says that the amount of mercy you show to others will be shown to you. Below was posted in 2007
Last year, we saw the Mayor Washing feet of the homeless and the poor on the streets of skid row. Many folks may see this as a political stunt,I don't see it that way. The Mayor has called attention to how important this aspect of the LA Mission feedings are. . Ever since I was diagnosed with diabetes and, many of you see me out there eating cookies and cake and ice cream, and things I shouldn't , but I see a doctor and take medications to help control my blood sugar levels. I know how important it is to have these feet washings because there are many homeless who suffer with illnesses such as diabetes who probably never see a doctor. Doctors are brought out and people who may have an infection or may have gangrene etc ,who may have been looking at amputation in the future, if it wasn't caught in time , are saved.
I will be out there washing feet. I wish other Missions would do the same at their events. I am thankful for the Los Angeles Mission for their feet washing because it saves lives.
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