We received this invitation from Habitat for Humanity recently. In order to accept, we will need a group of our members committed to serving and a project leader who will work as a liaison between our church and Habitat for Humanity.
Dear Mr. Clayton,
My name is Jeanne McDonnell and I am on the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity South Hampton Roads. Adam Cole provided my with your email as a point of contact for First Baptist Church of Norfolk. We are very excited to tell you about an opportunity for First Baptist to get involved with Habitat for Humanity. We are getting ready to start building two homes in the Red Mill neighborhood of Virginia Beach. One of the homes has been designated as our first formal Habitat Apostles Build.
An Apostles Build is a Habitat program where twelve (or more) churches come together to raise the money and to provide the labor and prayer support to build a Habitat for Humanity house. This is an opportunity for churches to serve others in the community, in the way that Jesus’ apostles served. Building a house gives members of a congregation a concrete way to put their faith into action. An Apostles Build project also has the potential to build community among churches that have never worked together before.
If you think this is something your church would be interested in, Kathy Wright (Our Faith in Action Manager) and I would love to come out and give you or your designated folks more information. This particular Apostles Build will become a home for the King Family – a beautiful and deserving family with five boys! Their picture and some information is attached.
I hope that First Baptist will consider being one of our 12 churches for the Apostle Build and I look forward to hearing from you.
All the best,
Jeanne McDonnell
Mcdonnell3@aol.com 757-652-5775
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Friday, February 5, 2010
Symposium for At-Risk Teenage Girls
We have been made aware of a local organization--Dress for Success of Hampton Roads--that is hosting a symposium for 50-100 at-risk teenage girls. The event will be held on February 27, 2010 and will be from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. They are in need of volunteers to assist them with various components of this outreach. If you are interested in being a part of this endeavor, please contact Gia Percell at 717-6341or Dedra Moon at 831-4220.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
GroupServe February 2010
GroupServe February 2010
February is a great month to express love to our family and friends as well as those around the world. Here are some ways to share the love of God this month:
New Opportunities!!!
February and March are donation months!
Buckets of Hope for Haiti- Members and classes will be invited to take a bucket and a handout with instructions for this relief effort. Donations will be received through March 4, 2010.
Baskets of Blessings- Our Women on Mission and Women’s ministry will be receiving donations as well for local agencies assisting those in need.
Coronado School- Donations of diapers, baby wipes, and other items are being received to benefit the students of the Coronado School as they seek to care for their babies.
Visit the Live the Mission Center for more information.
Ongoing Ministries:
Mentoring Opportunities abound! Two local schools have invited us to send mentors to work with their students. Poplar Halls Elementary School and the Coronado School (teenage mothers) are in need of volunteers.
Mosaic Church- Steve Byrum pastors this church plant in downtown Norfolk that is serving the artistic and university people in our region. Contact Renee Hannas at rhannas@firstnorfolk.org for more information.
Gosnold Apartments- Weekly ministry at the Gosnold apartments continues on Thursday nights. Individuals and groups are invited to serve this segment of our population who have been chronically homeless. For more information, volunteers may contact Bob Williams at robertwilliams@prodigy.net or Stephanie Freeman at 466.5181.
Hampton Roads Regional Jail- Opportunities to minister in English and Spanish exist with Chaplain Gene Sayre. Contact the Missions Office for more information.
Outreach for Christ- Several of our members are involved with this ministry and they would like to invite you to assist with their evangelistic outreaches. For more information, contact ofc@outreachforchrist.org or 498-4700.
Park Place Baptist Church- We have several requests from Park Place, which is located in the inner city of Norfolk. You can contact Rev. Terry directly at 622-1847.
What is missing?- This is a brief list of the things that our members are doing to serve, but many other opportunities exist. How is God leading you and your small group to serve? Contact us and let us help your dream become a reality! To contact the missions office, call 757.466.5181 or write sfreeman@firstnorfolk.org.
February is a great month to express love to our family and friends as well as those around the world. Here are some ways to share the love of God this month:
New Opportunities!!!
February and March are donation months!
Buckets of Hope for Haiti- Members and classes will be invited to take a bucket and a handout with instructions for this relief effort. Donations will be received through March 4, 2010.
Baskets of Blessings- Our Women on Mission and Women’s ministry will be receiving donations as well for local agencies assisting those in need.
Coronado School- Donations of diapers, baby wipes, and other items are being received to benefit the students of the Coronado School as they seek to care for their babies.
Visit the Live the Mission Center for more information.
Ongoing Ministries:
Mentoring Opportunities abound! Two local schools have invited us to send mentors to work with their students. Poplar Halls Elementary School and the Coronado School (teenage mothers) are in need of volunteers.
Mosaic Church- Steve Byrum pastors this church plant in downtown Norfolk that is serving the artistic and university people in our region. Contact Renee Hannas at rhannas@firstnorfolk.org for more information.
Gosnold Apartments- Weekly ministry at the Gosnold apartments continues on Thursday nights. Individuals and groups are invited to serve this segment of our population who have been chronically homeless. For more information, volunteers may contact Bob Williams at robertwilliams@prodigy.net or Stephanie Freeman at 466.5181.
Hampton Roads Regional Jail- Opportunities to minister in English and Spanish exist with Chaplain Gene Sayre. Contact the Missions Office for more information.
Outreach for Christ- Several of our members are involved with this ministry and they would like to invite you to assist with their evangelistic outreaches. For more information, contact ofc@outreachforchrist.org or 498-4700.
Park Place Baptist Church- We have several requests from Park Place, which is located in the inner city of Norfolk. You can contact Rev. Terry directly at 622-1847.
What is missing?- This is a brief list of the things that our members are doing to serve, but many other opportunities exist. How is God leading you and your small group to serve? Contact us and let us help your dream become a reality! To contact the missions office, call 757.466.5181 or write sfreeman@firstnorfolk.org.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Jail Ministry Opportunities
Those interested in serving with the Virginia Beach Correctional Center may find these opportunities valuable as they seek to connect:
Volunteer orientations available on February 8 and March 8 from 6:30-8pm at the VBCC.
Look Behind the Walls Jail Tours are offered on February 6 and March 6 from 10-11am at the VBCC. Call (757)385-8207 for more information regarding these opportunities.
Volunteer orientations available on February 8 and March 8 from 6:30-8pm at the VBCC.
Look Behind the Walls Jail Tours are offered on February 6 and March 6 from 10-11am at the VBCC. Call (757)385-8207 for more information regarding these opportunities.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
GroupServe January 2010
A new year brings many opportunities to minister in the community and reach people with the Good News of Jesus Christ. As you read through these opportunities remember that some are bridge-building for the privilege of sharing our faith. Here are some ways that God is working this month:
New Opportunities!!!
Coronado School- This school continues to receive mentors for their young mothers. For more information on how to begin, contact the Missions Office.
We will also begin collecting for our annual baby shower for these young women and their children, so be sure to watch our website and the announcements for more information.
Poplar Halls Elementary School- This school has opened its doors to our church for mentoring and other needs. They currently need volunteers to assist with some needs in their gymnasium. For more information, contact the Missions Office.
Ongoing Ministries:
Mosaic Church- Contact Pastor Steve Byrum to learn more about how you can help this Church plant in downtown Norfolk that is serving the artistic and university people in our region. Contact Renee Hannas at rhannas@firstnorfolk.org for more information.
Hampton Roads Regional Jail- Hispanic and English opportunities exist with Chaplain Gene Sayre. Contact the Missions Office for more information.
Outreach for Christ- Several of our members are involved with this ministry and they would like to invite you to assist with their evangelistic outreaches. For more information contact ofc@outreachforchrist.org or 498-4700.
Park Place Baptist Church- We have several requests from Park Place which is located in the inner city of Norfolk. Visit www.bigserve247.org to see how you might help! Or contact Rev. Terry directly at 622-1847.
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 7:15a.m. For more information contact Adam Cole at adam.r.cole1023@gmail.com
Gosnold apartments- Weekly ministry at the Gosnold apartments continues on Thursday nights. Individuals and groups are invited to serve this segment of our population who have been chronically homeless. For more information volunteers may contact Bob Williams at robertwilliams@prodigy.net or Susan Briggs at 461.3226.
Cloverleaf apartments- Ministry opportunities are beginning to open with the residents of this facility as well. Contact Barbara Harvey at phil4-13@usa.net for more information.
What is missing?- This is a brief list of the things that our members are doing to serve, but many other opportunities exist. How is God leading you and your small group to serve in the new year? Contact us and let us help your dream become a reality!
For more information on a regular basis be sure to visit www.bigserve247.org for testimonies and current opportunities to serve. To contact the missions office call 757.466.5181 or write sfreeman@firstnorfolk.org.
New Opportunities!!!
Coronado School- This school continues to receive mentors for their young mothers. For more information on how to begin, contact the Missions Office.
We will also begin collecting for our annual baby shower for these young women and their children, so be sure to watch our website and the announcements for more information.
Poplar Halls Elementary School- This school has opened its doors to our church for mentoring and other needs. They currently need volunteers to assist with some needs in their gymnasium. For more information, contact the Missions Office.
Ongoing Ministries:
Mosaic Church- Contact Pastor Steve Byrum to learn more about how you can help this Church plant in downtown Norfolk that is serving the artistic and university people in our region. Contact Renee Hannas at rhannas@firstnorfolk.org for more information.
Hampton Roads Regional Jail- Hispanic and English opportunities exist with Chaplain Gene Sayre. Contact the Missions Office for more information.
Outreach for Christ- Several of our members are involved with this ministry and they would like to invite you to assist with their evangelistic outreaches. For more information contact ofc@outreachforchrist.org or 498-4700.
Park Place Baptist Church- We have several requests from Park Place which is located in the inner city of Norfolk. Visit www.bigserve247.org to see how you might help! Or contact Rev. Terry directly at 622-1847.
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 7:15a.m. For more information contact Adam Cole at adam.r.cole1023@gmail.com
Gosnold apartments- Weekly ministry at the Gosnold apartments continues on Thursday nights. Individuals and groups are invited to serve this segment of our population who have been chronically homeless. For more information volunteers may contact Bob Williams at robertwilliams@prodigy.net or Susan Briggs at 461.3226.
Cloverleaf apartments- Ministry opportunities are beginning to open with the residents of this facility as well. Contact Barbara Harvey at phil4-13@usa.net for more information.
What is missing?- This is a brief list of the things that our members are doing to serve, but many other opportunities exist. How is God leading you and your small group to serve in the new year? Contact us and let us help your dream become a reality!
For more information on a regular basis be sure to visit www.bigserve247.org for testimonies and current opportunities to serve. To contact the missions office call 757.466.5181 or write sfreeman@firstnorfolk.org.
Opportunity at Poplar Halls Elementary School
I had a wonderful meeting today with a few of the leaders at the Poplar Halls Elementary School. They were so delighted and appreciative of our church's willingness to serve in the community!
In the course of our meeting, they shared some anticipated needs that I would like to pass on to you.
Mentoring(grades 1-5)- This program consists of one hour per week of meetings at the school. One week they meet as a group with the mentors and then the next week the mentors meet with the children. There is an orientation for all mentors that follows a background check (standard in most places, even church), submission of name, ssn, date of birth, and a tb skin test ($5 or you can submit a current test report). Time spent with the child will usually be focused upon school work studying Reading, Math, and Writing. There may be other needs as well during SOL testing times. Some tutors also visit as a lunch buddy or for breakfast in the morning.
The other needs that the school has are in relation to the gymnasium:
The gym is in need of some stenciling of letters on the floor with quick drying paint. You do not have to be an artist to do this project. Just bring a willing heart.
As the weather warms, they also need assistance in installing basketball goals and painting hopscotch games on the sidewalk. Carpentry skills will come in handy with the basketball goal and some artistic flare would be nice for the hopscotch areas.
For more information about both of these needs, you may contact:
Pamela Paige, Site Coordinator/Student Mentorship Program- pampaige@nps.k12.va.us
Ginger Rothermel, PE teacher- grotherm@nps.k12.va.us
Chan Walden, Parent Liaison.
Come on First Norfolk, Let's live the mission and help this school!!!!
In the course of our meeting, they shared some anticipated needs that I would like to pass on to you.
Mentoring(grades 1-5)- This program consists of one hour per week of meetings at the school. One week they meet as a group with the mentors and then the next week the mentors meet with the children. There is an orientation for all mentors that follows a background check (standard in most places, even church), submission of name, ssn, date of birth, and a tb skin test ($5 or you can submit a current test report). Time spent with the child will usually be focused upon school work studying Reading, Math, and Writing. There may be other needs as well during SOL testing times. Some tutors also visit as a lunch buddy or for breakfast in the morning.
The other needs that the school has are in relation to the gymnasium:
The gym is in need of some stenciling of letters on the floor with quick drying paint. You do not have to be an artist to do this project. Just bring a willing heart.
As the weather warms, they also need assistance in installing basketball goals and painting hopscotch games on the sidewalk. Carpentry skills will come in handy with the basketball goal and some artistic flare would be nice for the hopscotch areas.
For more information about both of these needs, you may contact:
Pamela Paige, Site Coordinator/Student Mentorship Program- pampaige@nps.k12.va.us
Ginger Rothermel, PE teacher- grotherm@nps.k12.va.us
Chan Walden, Parent Liaison.
Come on First Norfolk, Let's live the mission and help this school!!!!
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