The motto of New Hope Church in Ellenwood, Ga., is “Small Enough to Care, Big Enough to Share.”
Fifteen of New Hope’s deacons, and the first elder, Percell Demetrius, put the motto into action.
Missilene Edwards, known as “Sister Missie” by her church family, is a retired nurse in her 80s. She has served as head clerk, women’s ministries leader, and other church ministries.
After her husband passed away, Edwards managed her home and yard herself. The first elder, upon visiting her home, was inspired to ask the church to assist with sprucing up her yard. Edwards has dedicated many years of her life to giving her love and resources to help others. The members felt it was time for her to be a recipient.
The group not only gave their attention to the yard, but also did repairs inside the home as well.
During the day, Edwards shared that the reason she and her husband had built the home was for it to be used in service to others. She recalled the numerous ministry meetings held at her home, and remembered the times the Pathfinders used her large backyard. Although in her 80s, Edwards continues to plant and harvest from her garden and share fresh peppers, tomatoes, herbs, and peas with her family and friends.
In her typical generous spirit, Edwards expressed her gratitude by serving a delicious Caribbean breakfast and lunch to the volunteers. She was deeply grateful for the support and love shown to her by her New Hope Church family.
Despite the loss of her husband and living an hour away from New Hope Church, Edwards remains a faithful attendee every Sabbath and serves as New Hope’s historian.
South Atlantic | February 2025
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