Sunshine Benefit

Dear Friends,

This past weekend we hosted one of the most delightful events I've been privileged to be a part of during my nearly 10 years at Sunshine. Our benefit dinner. I know that sounds a bit odd, but I mean it seriously.

Inspite of the things that get more press, including recent shootings and what not, there are many delightful things that come from our community; things that reflect the Imago Dei. This year we created an evening designed to reflect this and called it "A Soulful of Dreams." We even hosted it at one of Chicago's wonderful theaters - the ParkWest.

Howard Sandifer and Friends provided a wonderful 5-piece jazz ensemble, playing a series of 1940's era tunes and our friend, Nadine Smith, blew the house away with her cool vocals. Youth and adults brought testimony about our programs in the community. I think everyone saw and enjoyed God's work on the south side of Chicago.

We also put together a terrific book written by our youth to share their dreams with you. I know you will find this book incredibly powerful. If you would consider either joining us as a monthly sponsor at $50 or more or, if you would consider a one-time gift of $500 or more, we would love to send you this book, as a token of our gratitude. (A preview of our book can be seen by clicking the icon on the top right-hand side of our screen.)

Thank you for walking this road with us!

Joel.

A slideshow of pictures from the event can now be seen via Flickr.