Founded in 2001, Free Wheelchair MissionFriday Story: "The Surprise of a Lifetime"
Greetings and happy Friday!
The stories of determination and hope that we receive from the field always bring me joy. It is amazing to me what the gift of a wheelchair can do. Li’s story is no different:
Born in Henan, China, Li struggled through most of his childhood. He and his family lived in extreme poverty and often were unable to put food on the table. When he became old enough, he immediately went to work, determined to work any job that would help take care of the family. After years of hard work and multiple jobs, Li was able to financially care for himself – eventually buying a home and starting his own family.
Unfortunately, at the age of 33, Li was involved in a terrible car accident that resulted in the loss of both legs. He knew that his life and the life of his family was forever changed and he wrestled with how to move forward ...
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Want to take one of these wheelchairs for a test drive? During normal business hours, visit the lobby at the Texas Street entrance of First Presbyterian Church-Midland, at the northwest corner of Texas and A streets, on the west side of downtown Midland. You can give the gift of mobility. The cost of $72.00 is a bargain to us ... but it is a life-changing gift to impoverished and disabled recipients ... and there are times when your contribution will be matched, reaching not one - but TWO, and sometimes FOUR recipients. Please note on your check "Wheelchair Gift."
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