December 23, 2009

Christmas Grace

I remember Jean Valjean saying in Les Miserables that the real punishment of a convict begins after they are released. This story shows how one man is changing that. It's a great reminder of the Christmas spirit of giving and love and grace toward all people!
Kansas City Star - December 23, 2009 - A1 News

Car wash owner hires ex-convicts when others won't. Jobs are scarce out there, no matter how impressive the resume. If that resume listed time in a state penitentiary, imagine just how much more scarce. Nearly 700,000 people are released from federal and state prisons to their communities each year, about 25,000 between Missouri and Kansas. Where do they go? Some end up with a job and pick up a rag at the bright orange and blue All Seasons Car Wash. Here at 1510 Truman Road is found one of the grittier tales of good will...
(complete article here)