Lightning McQueen in Africa?

My grandson came for an overnight recently.  He loves movies and brought two DVDs for us to watch.  Kung Fu Panda, and Cars. 

Despite my misgivings, these animations turned out to be well-told stories with good morals.  When others see him initially only as a noodle cook, the humble panda clings to hope, works hard, and finally achieves self-worth.  

Lightning McQueen (race car) learns the importance of being part of a team and of practical caring for others.  Not bad life lessons.

Jump to the world scene.  In Africa right now, millions are on the brink of starvation due to drought and political turmoil.  Self-worth takes second place to survival.  Practical caring is what the rest of the world can offer.  Distribution of basic necessities can be a nightmare.

The Spirit of Christ, Allah, whoever you think of as the higher power, animates each of us to care for and help one another. 

Here’s a tmcyouth link to some prayers being offered for those in great need.  Feel free to add yours.

Story of hope in an unlikely place

People who care.  That's what it takes to make a difference.

In Zambia, at risk youth are being given an opportunity to move their lives forward.  About 200 young people were asked to think about their future.  They decided they'd like to go into business.  So the youths were taught how to do a market assessment and how to select a business that would manageable and profitable.

They chose a banana plantation.  This video shows their steps of hope.

Here's the link to the article in The Christian Science Monitor.