A Volunteer’s Journey
GOOD COP
GOOD COP
After attending Mini-Laps in September 2018, local
policemen, Joel and Micah, decided to start volunteering at
the Little Light House. “Micah invited me to the volunteer
orientation,” says Joel. “I was nervous, but after my
first day, I knew I had to come back.” The two met while
attending Oral Roberts University, and became better
friends while attending cadet training together.
When they entered the workforce, they realized they had
free time on their days off and challenged each other to
shift their focus from themselves to others. “What better
way to do that than volunteering!” says Joel. “The Little
Light House allows me to be myself and pour into a
younger generation by bringing them joy and life,” says
Micah.
After just a couple weeks in the Purple Class and Aqua
Class, both formed such great relationships with our
students. Joel says one day, he hopes he can grow up to be
like LLH student Manny. “He is filled with so much joy,” says
Joel. “It’s encouraging to see him interact with his fellow
classmates.” Micah says Kaiden in Purple Class inspires
him. “He almost always has a smile on his face, and his
attitude throughout all of his hardships challenges me to
be grateful for what I have.”
Overall, the boys in blue are learning from our students and
staff in all colors. “In the short time I’ve volunteered at the
Little Light House, I’ve noticed how caring, kind, and loving
the Little Light House staff is with the students,“ says Joel.
“I’m always impressed by how they tenderly care for the
kids.” “I’m thankful I get to volunteer with some of the most
genuine people on the planet!” says Micah. “Every time I
volunteer I’m reminded that life isn’t about me and that
true fulfillment comes when we’re trying to help others.”
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