I am a kid once again, full of envy. Monday night I went by my friend’s, Jeremy Hill, place before we went out for dinner. When I was there I got a quick tour and found this incredible collection of Nerf guns hung neatly on his office wall. If Connor happens to see this I can predict his Christmas wish list and a future purchase of some pegboard.
Friends -
I would like to bring your attention to a friend and good man that is in need of some support at a difficult time in his life.
My friend, Fred Knott, defeated testicular cancer 10 years ago, but recently was diagnosed with a recurrence of the cancer. The treatment plan is intensive and very costly, especially since his health care provider has denied coverage, claiming pre existing conditions. Through the Mercy of God I believe that Fred has the strength to fight this disease, as well as the daunting treatment plan, and come out in better health and stronger than ever. I am asking for a show of support and love for this man that is an incredible father to three girls, a devoted husband, and a great friend.
Friends and family of the Knotts are hosting FEARNOTFEST, an event to raise money to help offset expenses like lost wages, medical bills and other costs associated with this health crisis. FEARNOTFEST will take place on July 16th, 2010.
Please join us in our support of the Knott family by visiting http://fearnotfest.blogspot.com to make a donation and follow Fred’s recovery story at the Fred Knott Update Page on Facebook developed to share updates and inspiration.
Any assistance you are willing to provide to help us raise funds for this worth cause would be greatly appreciated by those of us organizing the event and especially by the Knott family. Please Email Me if I can answer any questions.
Kind regards,
Jonesy
This post is long overdue, but as many of you know by now is that Mitch made it to Cultivate and Story. It was made possible by the generosity of people that decided to assist someone that they didn’t even know. It was amazing how quickly people reacted to call for help to make the trip a possibility for Mitch. Within 90 minutes of my initial posting the necessary funds had been pledged. Within 36 hours Mitch was able to purchase the airline tickets to make the flight form Denver to Chicago. The majority of those giving to Mitch were also attending Cultivate and/or Story or they were within some form of ministry position like Mitch.
This event opened my eyes to that fact that people are willing to help, but many times are not sure where or how to help. Here are some thoughts on asking and motivating others to help.
It was a great learning experience and glad I was a part of it.