Member letters: 'To receive help is a comfort and joy'

We have struggled through the past two years with Steve’s hip pain, surgeries, and slow recovery. To receive help with our medical expenses is a comfort and joy­—a reassurance of God’s provision. The cards and words of encouragement from God’s people reassure the soul and remind us we are not alone in the trial.
Stephen and Susan, Rhode Island

My wife battled cancer for almost four years. Although her fight is over and she is with our Savior, the challenges were formidable, and the financial burden would have been overwhelming if not for the help of Samaritan. … The hospital price was staggering, but equally staggering was the discount for cash. When the dust settled at the end of the day, we paid only 6-10% of what they billed. I am so grateful for Samaritan. Never, ever doubt the fact that you are making the world a better place.
Daryl, Oklahoma

Getting cards and checks in the mail eases so much stress! We are self-employed, so our income is all over the map and we sometimes must wait several months to get paid. God is always faithful! Always! We have not been disappointed. He uses His people to care for others and that to me personally is how the Church is supposed to work.
Ann, Wisconsin

Samaritan Ministries is encouraging, helpful, and filled with God’s love. My daughter enjoyed getting the notes of love and encouragement. It is amazing to see the Body of Christ work together to meet financial needs of others, and what a blessing to see this unity in the world today. The ministry feels like family. Thank you for being here, Samaritan!
Heather, Minnesota

What a blessing to be a part of a Christian community committed to truth, love, and service. I look forward every month to writing a check and note to a fellow believer, and being on the receiving end of this ministry has been equally as life-giving. Nothing could ever make us leave Samaritan. It is a privilege beyond compare.
Emily, Tennessee

Samaritan Ministries has been such a blessing to our family. We so appreciate the loving notes and cards received with the financial gifts—it is mindboggling to receive so much from complete strangers! It is humbling and heartwarming to be a part of the Body of Christ in this way. Thank you, Samaritan Ministries, for providing a service that allows Christians a way to support each other.
Maria, Ohio

Thank you to all those who work at Samaritan Ministries. The staff is always patient and caring, ready to explain even the “small stuff .” Their heart for people is evident and so appreciated when we are in need. It was also a blessing to receive gifts from people in our own town. One person sent a Bible verse in their card, which happened to be the camp verse used for our children’s camp that we have attended for years. God makes it personal!
Julie, South Carolina

The Lord has blessed us with continued good health and being a part of Samaritan Ministries. As we send our Shares and pray through the prayer list, we feel more and more connected to the Body of Christ. So blessed that the Lord has provided this opportunity.
Bonnie, Tennessee