Service creates a New Passion
Maggie Bailey, HopePointe Anglican Church
My name is Maggie Bailey and I have been a member at HopePointe for 12 years. I opened Bramble & Bee Floral Design 9 years ago after I joined the Flower Guild at Hope Pointe and realized that I had a knack for arranging flowers! I started off just doing wedding flowers out of my house, and 6 years ago was able to open a store front. Now, in addition to wedding flowers, our shop offers flowers for a myriad of occasions- from daily deliveries, to baby showers, to funerals.
1. How are some ways that you serve your community through your business?
I think designing funeral flowers is a huge way that we serve our community. We meet with people when they are going through a challenging time, and we can provide something beautiful and life-giving to celebrate and honor their loved ones. No matter how sad or upset people are when they come in to make arrangements, they always leave feeling lighter. I love that.
Another way we are able to serve is by opening up our retail space for community events. We often host small parties, book clubs, and workshops that invite our local community in to share in the beauty of our space! While these events aren't specifically for discipleship, I always pray that the Lord will use me and my people as conduits to Him for anyone who comes in to spend time with us.
2. Do you have a favorite scripture verse about serving?
Luke 12:27-28. This verse is not specifically about serving but it's always helped me relate my job to the way in which I should love others. I spend my day surrounded by gorgeous flowers who's only purpose is be beautiful and point back to the wonders of God's creation. He cares so deeply about each of the flowers, and He cares more for each of the individuals that walks through my door. I'm daily reminded to care for my people as much as God cares for the flowers.
Maggie Bailey, HopePointe Anglican Church
