{"id":338892,"date":"2023-08-01T19:02:34","date_gmt":"2023-08-01T23:02:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/?p=338892"},"modified":"2023-08-01T19:03:08","modified_gmt":"2023-08-01T23:03:08","slug":"night-angels-spreading-hope-and-kindness-nationwide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/post\/night-angels-spreading-hope-and-kindness-nationwide\/","title":{"rendered":"Night Angels: Spreading Hope and Kindness Nationwide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #003366;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Night Angels consist of dedicated volunteers who help people experiencing homelessness or those in need. These warriors head to the streets of their city and fulfill their primary mission: to bring food and spiritual sustenance to the disadvantaged and those suffering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #003366;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Once a month, volunteers gather donated goods to give to those in need. Several Universal Church branches gathered their Night Angel volunteers for a common mission in June. They gave back to their community with selfless acts of kindness and generosity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #003366;\">According to the\u00a0<strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" style=\"color: #003366;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ers.usda.gov\/publications\/pub-details\/?pubid=104655\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USDA<\/a>,<\/strong> &#8220;More than 34 million people, including 9 million children, in the United States are food insecure.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #003366;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The event saw volunteers from Florida, Texas, and other states passionately giving out food and clothing to individuals facing economic struggles, bringing much-needed relief to countless families.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #003366;\"><em>\u201cBut do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.\u201d (Hebrews 13:16)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #003366;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Beyond physical necessities, the Night Angels recognize the significance of spiritual support and emotional well-being through heartfelt conversations and moments of prayer. They provided sustenance, hope, and encouragement to those they served. Their words of faith offered a sense of solace, empowering individuals to believe in a brighter future despite the challenges they might be facing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #003366;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Laticia Lockett is a volunteer from the Night Angels group in Greenspoint, TX. She said, \u201cIt was a joy to give back and help those in need.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #003366;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Night Angels have proven that a group of dedicated individuals can bring significant changes and touch the lives of many.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #003366;\">Speak with a pastor about how you can become a volunteer of the Night Angels group. Visit\u00a0<strong><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" style=\"color: #003366;\" href=\"https:\/\/universalchurchusa.org\/en\/locations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Universal Church<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>near you. If you\u2019d like to sponsor this ministry, call <a style=\"color: #003366;\" href=\"tel:18886912291\"><strong>1-888-691-2291.<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Night Angels consist of dedicated volunteers who help people experiencing homelessness or those in need. These warriors head to the streets of their city and fulfill their primary mission: to bring food and spiritual sustenance to the disadvantaged and those suffering.\u00a0 Once a month, volunteers gather donated goods to give to those in need. 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