Danny Wuerffel and Desire Street Ministries

In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, we have heard a lot about people helping out. The spot light has been on celebrities who have donated some money and spent time with those who have been directly affected. I am very thankful that these icons of our culture have shown that they do care and have made sacrifices for these people.

However, many other people are also helping out and not receiving due credit for their efforts. This is a great article about how Heisman trophy winner, Danny Wuerffel, passed on a millions of dollars and sacrificed an illustrious career as a NFL quarterback to minister to children in impoverished areas of New Orleans. He now works full-time for Desire Street Ministries. Wuerffel lost his own house and all of its belongings in the storm and the ministry's offices were destroyed. Regardless of his situation, Danny is determined to rebuild his ministry and help the victims of the storm. What an awesome example he is of choosing to serve instead of living the comfortable life this world offered him.

You can help Desire Street Ministries rebuild and serve New Orleans by donating on their website.