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Statistically speaking, Paul Worthington is a rarity. As a single man with no children and a thriving real estate business, Worthington fits the profile of those Americans least likely to have an active life as a volunteer.

When my department at work was phased out several years ago, I knew I needed to find a way to fill my time. At that point, I didn't want to get another full-time job.

Not interested in being a volunteer? Perhaps it's just a matter of terminology. A lot of people who don't find the idea of community service appealing change their minds when they learn it can encompass a host of different activities.

Call it what you will —helping out, pitching in, community involvement, working for your church, volunteering. There's a quiet revolution going on.

The head hooker came to Bible study for the first time last week. I was startled to see this woman who more than once had tested the limits of my heart.

What Two Words might best characterize the members of the Christian Science Society in Cotonou, Benin? Fearless givers. Fearless givers dedicated to responding to their community's search for spirituality.

Last Summer, I went to a camp for Christian Scientists in Colorado. One day, while I was jumping on the trampoline, I twisted my ankle badly.

It Was An Exciting Time for our daughter. She was heading off to college, and there was a lot for her to do: choose her classes, find an apartment, line up a roommate.

We couldn't have been more surprised. Our 20-year old son had joined the Army.

The powerful Hebrew word hesed (or chesed in older sources) appears a number of times in the story of Ruth, and it expresses well the theme of this book. It indicates human actions that pattern the divine will for humanity.