During MFUGE it is not really out of my comfort zone to talk to others and serve them, but this week I realized that it was out of my comfort zone to admit to myself that I often take what I have for granted.  Seeing the living conditions of the Philly people and hearing stories of their harsh and often sad lives made me look at my life in a different way. 

I have been blessed with a very fortunate lifestyle, but I often find myself worrying about trivial things.  To see the joy in the people of Philly, despite their living conditions, really made me realize that I should show the joy that Christ gives me more often, because I have many reasons to be happy.  MFUGE this past week took me out of my comfort zone by being able to admit to myself that I need to be less selfish and more grateful for my many blessings.

Submitted by Liz