WEBVTT 1 00:00:00.480 --> 00:00:01.470 Hey, everyone. 2 00:00:01.470 --> 00:00:02.430 line:15% I'm Jessica. 3 00:00:02.430 --> 00:00:03.390 line:15% I'm glad you're here, 4 00:00:03.390 --> 00:00:05.400 line:15% considering the Wheels for the World outreach 5 00:00:05.400 --> 00:00:07.770 line:15% in the role of Support Volunteer. 6 00:00:07.770 --> 00:00:10.320 line:15% I've had the privilege of serving in the role on outreaches 7 00:00:10.320 --> 00:00:12.120 in the Philippines and Nepal, 8 00:00:12.120 --> 00:00:15.090 and truly, these experiences have touched my heart 9 00:00:15.090 --> 00:00:17.850 and deepened my faith more than I ever expected. 10 00:00:17.850 --> 00:00:20.970 So you may be wondering, what does a Support Volunteer do? 11 00:00:20.970 --> 00:00:22.830 I'll start with one key part of the role, 12 00:00:22.830 --> 00:00:24.570 which is probably my favorite, 13 00:00:24.570 --> 00:00:26.100 and that's collecting impactful stories 14 00:00:26.100 --> 00:00:27.360 for the ministry to share. 15 00:00:27.360 --> 00:00:30.210 That means you will specifically focus on relationships, 16 00:00:30.210 --> 00:00:31.530 welcoming families, 17 00:00:31.530 --> 00:00:33.750 connecting and spending quality time with them 18 00:00:33.750 --> 00:00:35.310 and capturing their stories. 19 00:00:35.310 --> 00:00:37.350 On my recent trip to Nepal, 20 00:00:37.350 --> 00:00:39.060 I had an unforgettable moment 21 00:00:39.060 --> 00:00:41.760 simply by sitting on the ground beside a young boy 22 00:00:41.760 --> 00:00:43.560 while the Seating Therapist and Mechanics 23 00:00:43.560 --> 00:00:45.000 worked on his wheelchair. 24 00:00:45.000 --> 00:00:47.370 He and his siblings have lived with their grandfather 25 00:00:47.370 --> 00:00:48.840 since their parents died, 26 00:00:48.840 --> 00:00:51.030 and the family has no source of income. 27 00:00:51.030 --> 00:00:52.260 While he couldn't speak 28 00:00:52.260 --> 00:00:54.450 and I couldn't speak to him in his language, 29 00:00:54.450 --> 00:00:57.840 the boy and I connected in ways I will never forget, 30 00:00:57.840 --> 00:01:00.150 and there was no mistaking the look in his eyes 31 00:01:00.150 --> 00:01:01.980 when I handed him a toy car. 32 00:01:01.980 --> 00:01:04.860 And when he sat the car down and pushed it towards me, 33 00:01:04.860 --> 00:01:07.710 we played, pushing the car back and forth. 34 00:01:07.710 --> 00:01:10.650 When he got his wheelchair, the car stayed with him. 35 00:01:10.650 --> 00:01:12.270 He wouldn't let it out of his hand. 36 00:01:12.270 --> 00:01:15.090 I think about this boy and his family all the time, 37 00:01:15.090 --> 00:01:17.520 and I will always keep them in my prayers. 38 00:01:17.520 --> 00:01:19.470 In addition to capturing stories, 39 00:01:19.470 --> 00:01:22.170 as a Support Volunteer, you will wear many hats. 40 00:01:22.170 --> 00:01:24.480 Because of that, flexibility is key. 41 00:01:24.480 --> 00:01:25.500 One day on the outreach, 42 00:01:25.500 --> 00:01:27.630 you may be assisting the Seating Therapist 43 00:01:27.630 --> 00:01:30.420 and the Mechanic with equipment modifications. 44 00:01:30.420 --> 00:01:32.580 Sometimes you will facilitate communication 45 00:01:32.580 --> 00:01:35.100 between the seamstress and the seating station. 46 00:01:35.100 --> 00:01:36.450 As a jack of all trades, 47 00:01:36.450 --> 00:01:39.120 you will be there to help logistics run smoothly 48 00:01:39.120 --> 00:01:41.910 and facilitate the team's flow of efficiency. 49 00:01:41.910 --> 00:01:44.400 Trust me, if you're thinking about volunteering 50 00:01:44.400 --> 00:01:47.640 and love connecting with people and serving where is needed, 51 00:01:47.640 --> 00:01:51.060 the role of Support Volunteer may be perfect for you. 52 00:01:51.060 --> 00:01:53.643 line:15% (gentle music)