People spell "love" . . . T - I - M - E ...making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.
- Ephesians 5:16
Purpose: for I was hungry and you gave me food; I was thirsty and you gave me drink; I was a stranger and you took me in; I was naked and you clothed Me; I was sick and you visited Me; I was in prison and you came to Me. ...Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me. ...Come you blessed of My Father, inherit the Kingdom prepared for you... .
- (Matt:25:34-36)
To better fulfill this teaching, the benevolence ministry combines our efforts to feed, clothe, and house those in need of help.
Objectives: Provide for the needs of our brethren, members of the community, and transients. In reaching out to these, we try to help them through counseling in problem areas of their lives, including financial, marital, addictions, and especially spiritual areas.
Meals for Needy: In addition to using our pantry to feed anyone who comes hungry to us, we are trying to reach out into the highways and byways to provide prepared meals at the church building three times during the year, tentatively during March, June, and September.
Holiday Assistance: The December holiday season is a very trying time for many, both in our congregation and in the community. During this season, we try to find five families that we can minister to in order to make this a joyous season. We will provide food baskets, clothing, and provide our members names to get presents for the children of these families.
How You Can Help: This ministry is open to men and women, young and old, married and single to visit, prepare and serve meals, study with others, and befriend souls in need. What a great opportunity to show the love of God to someone who may be without hope.