Members of the Messmer High School Service Club spent a recent Saturday morning collecting food for the House of Peace. The students went door to door in a specific neighborhood where the residents were asked ahead of time for items of particular importance this time of year.
Organized by Theology Teacher Mrs. Chris Nienhaus, students from all grades participated in this unique scavenger hunt. The goal was to fill boxes for needy families with holiday food items such as corn bread mix, cranberry sauce, stuffing, and cake mix. The amount the club collected exceeded its hopeful expectations.
Senior Bianca Reid was touched by the experience and said that it gave her a new outlook on life. At one of the homes, a woman told her that her husband had just moved out that morning leaving her alone to take care of their children. Bianca said, "When I heard this I reflected on myself and how I view life. Now when I feel down and out, I know I shouldn't because someone else can have it worse."
That point was brought home for the students as they packed up the food into boxes for needy families. It helped them be grateful for what they will have during the holidays, while helping others in the process.
Service Club provides Messmer students with many opportunities throughout the year to make a difference in the Milwaukee area and beyond.
