Pat Herring of Ohio is a prime example of BANABU philosophy. She is making the world a better place one piece of garbage at a time. I read her story in the Upper Room, July-August 2011 edition.. She said when she was walking every day and saw trash lying around she saw it as an eyesore and was annoyed as it interrupted her walk as she picked it up and put it in the trash can, but then something changed.
One day as she picked up an empty beer can she thought about the people who struggle with addictions and prayed for them. When she picked up empty fast food containers, she prayed for people who didn't have enough to eat, those with food addictions, and those who need to learn to eat better. An empty diaper box reminded her of young parents and single moms. She said that with each piece of garbage she picked up she became aware of new people and their needs. She continues to walk and pray and pick up the trash, continuing to make our world a New and Better Universe.
Thanks Pat
Fran Watson
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