The smell of beef stew on a blustery fall day. The squeals of children as they meet up with friends who they haven't seen for a few days. The low murmur of voices as the adults catch up on the weeks news. Gasps of joy as a miracle of life is shared between friends. Hugs. High fives. Fist bumps. Everyone gathering because together is where they want to be. Circles of duck-duck-goose organized by 5 year olds spontaneously spring up. Older children watching out for the younger ones as they play chase. This night is much like every other “Make A Difference Night” at Cornerstone Church. Each Wednesday as the community gathers, prayer is said over dinner and the bustle begins anew. The menu is simple, but delicious. It is provided by the base crew of Kristy, Debbie and Sheila. “They cook. I just help,” says Sheila. The humble service that provides a weekly meal is appreciated by all who attend. The groups that follow are noteworthy. The youth are often seen finishing up homework before they race off to the activities planned for the night. The children are finishing up their 5th or 6th cookie before they race upstairs to loving teachers in KIDS club. The toddlers cling to mom for just one more hug before they toddle off to play with friends in The Meadow. The adults seem to linger the longest before heading upstairs for an insightful discussion of “The Ragamuffin Gospel”. The next hour and a half flies by as those of all ages deepen their bonds to each other and begin to live out what it means to be caught up in the Kingdom of God. Can a small band of people of all ages, who gather on a Wednesday night in an insignificant place really “make a difference” in their world. Most definitely.

Make A Difference Holiday Schedule

November 23—Thanksgiving break

November 30—Resume

December 21-28—Christmas Break

January 4—Resume