GroupServe August Newsletter

Group Serve is the ministry of our church that continues those contacts established at Big Serve. The goal is for all small groups and individuals to serve a minimum of once per month in the
community. The list below is a sample of the opportunities that exist. Live the mission!

New Opportunities in August:

Block Party Ministry—If you are interested in serving with our block party opportunities or if you would like to sponsor one in your neighborhood, contact Susan Briggs at sbriggs@firstnorfolk.org.

Christmas in August—Help Outreach for Christ prepare for their Toy Drive this Christmas by donating gently used and new toys at the distribution center outside of the Live the Mission Center. Toys will be received now through August 31st. (Please refrain from donations involving witchcraft and guns.) Various individuals and groups from our church continue to serve alongside this ministry in our
community as well. Contact ofc@outreachforchrist.org or 498.4700.

Ongoing Ministries:

Coronado School—We continue to receive donations for the students of this school and their young families. Contact Julie Orts at julieorts@vz.net or 773.0065.

Gosnold Apartments—Weekly ministry at Gosnold Apartments continues on Thursday nights.
Individuals and groups are invited to serve this group of our population who have been chronically homeless. Contact Bob Williams at robertwilliams@prodigy.net.

Hope for the Hungry—This group is seeking classes and individuals to serve at the Union Mission to provide supplementary ministry to those seeking shelter and food. Regular opportunities exist on
Sundays at 7:15 AM. Contact Adam Cole at adam.r.cole1023@gmail.com.

Bobbitt Apartments—The Young at Heart Ministry has adopted our work at Bobbitt and they are now assisting on one Thursday afternoon per month at this facility. This ministry consists of a brief bingo game and Bible study. Contact Jo Rush at 497.8203 or gojotoo@verizon.net.

Cloverleaf Apartments—Ministry opportunities are beginning to open with the residents of this facility. Contact the Winning Walk class.

Off to the Races—Join Wayne Cook as he serves as a chaplain to races in Hampton, Va. Volunteers are needed for this ministry to assist with music, children, and other general needs. Contact Wayne at 409-5806 or oldbaldie@hotmail.com.