With shelter….even the most vulnerable bird can sing.
There once was an incredibly rich man who commissioned two talented artists for a project. The rich man explained that he would pay one million dollars to the artist who was able to paint the perfect picture of “peace”.
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Several months later, both artists returned with their paintings. The first was the most beautiful image of the sun shining down on fields of glorious flowers, while in the background a rainbow stretched over a tranquil blue lake…it was indeed a “peaceful” picture. The rich man commended the artist for his work and then turned his attention to the second painting.
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Unlike the first, this painting depicted a violent storm with dangerous thunder and lightening, flooding rain, and a fierce wind that nearly bent the trees in half. Convinced that he had won the million dollars, the first artist proclaimed with a smirk, “Anyone can see this isn’t a painting of peace!”
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But the rich man quickly jumped in. “I beg to differ with you,” he said pointing to one of the trees straining against the wind...
Like the bird in the painting, each child who comes through the doors of Covenant House is in desperate need of protection. And with love, guidance and the vital resources that you help provide, these young people will rebuild their lives...
During this season which celebrates rebirth and renewal, we recognize all of God’s miracles. And for me, there is nothing more miraculous than witnessing a young person’s soul singing in triumph over a life of abuse, neglect and despair.
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So as part of your Easter celebration, I ask that you make a special gift to Covenant House today. Or make a gift in honor of someone you love and send them an Easter e-card with this story.
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Please be as generous as you can — no matter how much you are able to give, your support will provide food, shelter, clothing, immediate crisis care and variety of life-saving services to a homeless, throwaway kid. And perhaps the first sense of “peace” in an otherwise tumultuous life.
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Thank you for being part of the miracle. May you and your loved ones enjoy a very blessed Easter.
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Sincerely,Kevin Ryan
President, Covenant House
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PS – I love the story of paintings because it reminds me of our own Covenant House logo. Yet in our logo, the bird is being released into the bright sunlight… a symbol of the successes you help make possible. Please make your Easter gift today.
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