It Was Those Meant to Be Moments
“Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it." – Hebrews 13:2
It was a week that had been planned for months down to every detail. It was also full of anticipation and some anxiety of the unknown. Amid it all, however, little moments happened that make one believe in angels sent by God.
Setting up for the first evening of Shelter Week, we were missing access to the television that would be used by our guests. One of the people in the room at the time just happened to have a Firestick ready at hand and promptly set it up.
The first night, guests arrived a bit earlier than expected and well before dinner was ready. Snacks and refreshment were provided with items on hand. Contemplation of what to provide to our guests the remainder of the week followed.
The next day another angel and her family showed up with creative individual charcuterie trays. Later that same evening one of our host liaisons recognized that one of our guests was in desperate need of shoes. She remembered some unused ones she had at home that were just the right size. The offer was graciously accepted, and the new shoes were worn the remainder of the week.
On our final night of hosting there was a conflict among the ladies that woke many due to raised voices. Wouldn’t you know the person that I would have wanted there to manage this situation was a host liaison that night.
There were likely more of these moments that I was not aware of. Maybe you have had these moments, too. Angel moments are all around us if we take a moment to take notice.
Beth Blunden
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