Welcome to SJ Shares: Sparking Joy Through Peace, Love, and Randomness!
At SJ Shares, we are on a mission to illuminate the world with peace, love, and the beautiful tapestry of random acts of kindness. We are not just a community; we are a vibrant family of believers, united by our faith in Jesus Christ and driven by a purpose – to spread light in the most unexpected places at the most unexpected times.
🌿 Embrace the Journey of Self-Care: Dive into the oasis of self-care with SJ Shares. Nourish your mind, body, and soul as we embark on a journey of reflection, rejuvenation, and growth. Our curated resources and insightful tips will guide you in building and maintaining a profound relationship with yourself, ensuring that you are empowered to be the best version of God's masterpiece.
Journal Your Blessings: Unleash the power of gratitude through the art of journaling. Our specially crafted journals are your companions in faith, providing a sacred space to pour out your thoughts, prayers, and reflections. Explore the transformative magic that happens when pen meets paper, and you connect with God in the quiet moments of introspection.
Connect with God, Grow in Faith: At the heart of SJ Shares is our unwavering belief in Jesus Christ. Strengthen your connection with God through our inspiring devotionals, prayer prompts, and uplifting content. Let the warmth of faith envelop you, guiding you through life's journey with a sense of purpose, love, and unwavering peace.
Randomness Unleashed: Immerse yourself in the joy of giving with our focus on random acts of kindness.
Join the Randomness Movement and experience the incredible power of love in action. From small gestures to grand acts, each kindness shared is a beacon of light that radiates God's love into the world. Let's be the change we wish to see!
How we started
In 2016 my Mom was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer. She received her diagnosis the last week of July. Two to three weeks later she started chemotherapy. A couple weeks into my Mom’s chemotherapy treatments I had an idea. Well… more like an assignment that was downloaded into my heart from God. The assignment was to share faith, love and positivity with cancer patients during their doctor visits and chemotherapy treatments.
After the assignment was received I remember going to my Mom with so much excitement. I shared the mission of the assignment and her words were, “that sounds like a great idea, do it.” And I did it. I went to Target bought as many cards with envelopes as I could afford and gathered my collections of Sharpies; I scoured the bible for scriptures, grabbed quotes from my favorite books, and asked family and friends for their favorite quotes. With the help of my sister we wrote out 60+ quotes and scriptures on each card and marked each envelope with a smiley face, heart or peace sign. We placed 3 baskets with 20+ cards in each in the hot spots of the treatment facility. One basket in the front where visitors waited, one basket in the back where patients and visitors waited to see the doctor, and one basket in the room where patients received their chemotherapy treatments.
Each week I wrote out different quotes and scriptures on cards, placed them in an envelope and marked them. Refilling each basket weekly. The Positive Pickups came to an end in December 16’ after my Mom finished her chemotherapy and moved to the next phase of treatment for the cancer. They felt like a small thing but seeing the big difference it made in someone’s day was priceless. I thank God for calling me to be a blessing and equipping me to be able to share love with others.