Bayani Build

This past weekend I attended a Bayani Build. This event brings in massive numbers of volunteers to work alongside of the beneficiaries to build their community. While GK is certainly significantly more than home building, the concrete actions of building house combined with the community building activities seem to bring out the Hero Spirit in one and all. When we let ourselves understand that the houses we are building are the basis for the community to have a home, hopefully our perspective on the event changes. We go from the task oriented mentality of "what work is next?" to the more of general focus of "what gifts do I have to share?" This second question understands the significance of giving back all that we have been given. So even though the building may be a central focus, the event involves so much more. Throughout the build there are challenges in athletics (throwing the buco), singing contests (random karoake songs), dancing, and telling stories of both beneficiaries and volunteers. We begin to see that work of building homes cannot be separated from rebuilding and remolding lives. Its about understanding and engaging people on all their levels. Everyone has some value, some talent to contribute. We all need each other if things are going to work out. For example, I now know that while my gifts may not be those of physical construction, or even karaoke or dancing, I have many other things to contribute. Without even knowing where or how best to apply the gifts which I have, I know I have a place. I pray that I will let God work through me until I find which program I can call home while I am here. Know I continue to pray that each of you is able to find your home and your community with which you are able to best serve and share your gifts with the world as well. Love and God Bless as Always.