Happy Staff Appreciation Day!

That's right, it's our Annual Staff Appreciation Day, hosted by WARRM, which is the Women's Auxillery of Regina RESCUE Mission.

The residents are all wearing stickers this morning that say, "Happy Staff Appreciation Day!" and tonight we are all being sent out for dinner and mini-golf! We're going to drive our new 15-passenger van and feel like we're all being let out of the santorium for the day.

If you have a favourite staff member, give them a call or email them today to tell them you appreciate them. I know I sure do. I have a group of staff of all ages and low wages that are committed to the Lord's mandate of Rescue.

Len & George - you're giving up one of your stats so the Shelter residents and guests can have Easter together. Thank you.

Grant - you're giving up one of your stats because there is no one to fill your night shift right now. Thank you.

Jon - this morning I heard that if you are young and enthusiastic your position should be changing every 6 to 12 months. You are tackling this new position like a trooper! Thank you.

Vicki - your willingness to spend a week looking after Soul's Harbour was such a blessing to me. Although I was a little nervous by Donovan's amazing feedback: "If I wasn't such good friends with Ken and Michelle I would hire you away!" Great job, Vicki! Thank you.

Melanie - How you can pull together a holiday dinner for 300 plus people in such a short time continues to stun me. Your committment to your position always shines. Thank you.

Rebecca - You are on your last month as our Rescue College Intern. I am so thankful I can work closely with you as you seek to raise 60 table sponsors for our Love Your Neighbour Banquet on May 10th! Your enthusiasm to reach your goal is contagous! Thank you.

Dr. Jack - Our mainstay, rock, and Resident Scholar. Thank you for your true service to the Lord on the Program Staff Team. Your new role as Phase 2 Coach suits you well as you have life experience, a solid walk with the Lord, and a patient love for the poor. Thank you.

Paula - I am blessed by your teachable spirit, always willing to learn and try new things. And then, willing to reverse the role and teach others, including me. Thank you.

Mesfin - Your quiet service, wisdom, and love for people continues to bless my heart each weekend. Your meals are delicious and nutritious. Thank you.

Larry - The leader who won't admit it. The men love and admire you as a friend and mentor, and I think that speaks for itself. Thank you. (Incidentally, it is MY goal this year to beat you in email chess for once.)

Ken - Well, since your my boss, I'll brown nose a bit here... =) You have had to make some of the most difficult decisions of your ministry this year. Your dedication to finding the Lord's building for the homeless has been an example of leadership and vision for all of us. We love you. And I love you.

Happy Staff Appreciation Day!