Annual Benefit Dinner great turnout!

The much-talked-about Annual Benefit Dinner took place this past Friday, November 7th at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare.

It was a wonderful evening. Not too fancy - the dress code was business casual, but the dinner was delicious and the entertainment was thoroughly enjoyable. Arloa is a talented speaker in her own right, captivating the audience with real-life stories of people who have benefited by partaking in the resources that Breakthrough Urban Ministries provides - both guests at the housing facilities and children in their coaching and tutoring programs.

Erwin McManus was thought provoking and challenged the entire audience to live a life that makes the world a better place just by being part of it. Or closer to his actual words, "live the biggest dream that allows you to do the most amount of good for the world around you". It was fantastic. Really. (He also said, "I really doubt that you'll get to heaven and God will say, "Now - why did you go to Africa and help all those orphans dying of aids?!?! I really wanted you to go to Hollywood and be a huge moviestar instead!")

Entertainment also included a sand artist - something you really need to see first-hand to fully appreciate. And one of the true highlights of the evening - the children's choir. Just beautiful!

I wish that every single one of our Breakthrough Volunteers could have joined us for the magical evening. If you weren't able to make it and would still like to donate, follow this link: https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/BreakthroughUrbanMinistries/OnlineDonation.html.

I hope to see you there next year! :)