You and I will change the world, you and I.  Then all will join us. Though it’s been said before it doesn’t matter.  You and I will change the world. You and I will start from the beginning.  It may be difficult, but it doesn’t matter.” This song was quoted the second weekend at UMC.  After listening to the prayer for the first time, I realized I was a selfish volunteer.  When I worked at sites, I did so on my own believing I was the only one who could do it right.  I reread this prayer numerous times trying to extract the true meaning of being selfless.  I made a promise to change, and I did, at least I think so.

I started working with others and learning their techniques and stories.  When I went to Regency I worked with a boy who asked a thought provoking question, “Do you volunteer because it helps people, or do you b   nb h because it feels good to help people?”  I like to think I would volunteer even if it didn’t make me feel fulfilled, but I honestly don’t know.  I believe students at UMC come here for both reasons.  You have to start volunteering for the reasons you benefit from, only then, once you’re hooked, will you truly see that your effort has helped repair the world.

-Kimmie K.