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I am going to attempt to run 4 miles every 4 hours over 48 hours. This is almost the same distance as back-to-back marathons, difference being there is very limited physical recovery, whilst battling lack of sleep and little time to eat. I hear that mentally this can be a bit of a brute as well.
- I will be pushing through it while thinking of and praying for those who need our help now
- I will also be remembering those who unfortunately given the hardships of life left this world too early in extremely tragic and unfortunate circumstances leaving behind family, friends, and a life of potential, hope and opportunity. whether due to drugs or drink and perhaps felt lonely, unsupported and that there is no way out from where they were at
- Everyone needs hope and help and deserves a chance at life which can be challenging at the best of times, Teen Challenge Belfast helps offer this hope and help in a very real and practical way
Those of you who know me may know that I have a heart and passion to help and serve those in need.
Please would you consider a donation for this worthy cause. Details on my selected local charity is Teen Challenge Belfast below and is straight from their Facebook page.
God bless, Mark
"Teen Challenge Belfast is a local registered Charity located in Belfast which operates throughout the whole of Northern Ireland helping people of all ages who have developed life controlling problems. These problems range from alcohol addiction, drug addiction, depression, self harm and suicidal tendencies.
At Teen Challenge Belfast we believe everyone deserves another chance as many are victims of circumstance and just do not possess the skills or support to beat their problems. The problems we encounter have wide reaching effects affecting others including family members and partners. Often those living with these conditions often have to turn to crime to sustain their habit, creating anti-social problem and possible threats on their lives.
Our Charity is based on Christian values and beliefs, which show how precious and greatly loved each human being is by God, 'God showed his love for us that whilst we were yet sinner, Christ died for us' Romans 5:8. We believe that the power of Jesus Christ has the power to overcome any addiction or life controlling problem. As as John 8:36 says ' if the son sets you free, you shall be free indeed'. Teen Challenge seeks to take that message to people who's lives are messed up, who have lost all sense of self worth, self esteem and often the will to live."
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.