Greetings in the name our Lord!
At Cornerstone, we are passionate about several things. We are passionate about growing through the intentional study of God's word. We are passionate about developing our spiritual gifts and using them for God's glory. We are passionate about developing authentic relationships whether it be in small groups or one on one discipling. One other area that we are passionate about as a church is living out our faith through a lifestyle of serving those in need.
I am excited about the Serve the City Event because it gives us an opportunity to go into the community as a family and actually provide some hope and help to those that are hurting in different ways. At the Brentwood campus, we are striving to be defined as a church that looks for the lonely, that feeds the hungry, and that lifts up the afflicted. Serve the City gives us the chance to participate practically in all of these areas.
I challenge you to walk with us in this. Sign up and show up. Even our kids are welcome and expected to be an integral part in what we are doing. This week will launch our never ending pursuit of worshipping Him through serving others. You don't have to be a long time member of Cornerstone to join us in service, so invite your friends and neighbors to come along! See you there!
Blessings,
Pastor Dave
Feeding the Hungry, Lifting up the Afflicted, Looking for the Lonely
Please join us as we love and worship God through serving those in need! Look over the following opportunities and then sign up at the "Serve the City" table on Sunday, or call the church office at 516-9380.
Family Life Center
They are hosting their first ever community event, “500 Give Thanks”, where they expect to distribute 500 dinner baskets to those in need.Volunteers will assist in organizing and distributing Thanksgiving Baskets at their facility available.
(Minimum age: 16)
Thursday, Nov 20 5:00pm-8:00pm
(10 people)
Friday, Nov 21
5:00pm-8:00pm
(15)
Saturday, Nov 22
8:00am-12:00pm
(30)
Helping Hands – Mountain View Church
They will be hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner for those in need, and will also provide a box of food for the guests to take home with them. Volunteers will assist at the dinner with preparation, organization, serving, distribution of boxes.*Children are welcome with parent supervision.
Wednesday, Nov 26 5:00- 7:00pm
(15-20 people)
7:00-9:00pm (15-20 people)
Village Community Center
This Center offers assistance to those in need through their Brown Bag Program. Volunteers will help to prepare bags of food and distribute them at their facility.* Children are welcome with parent supervision.
Thursday, Nov 27 10:00am-12:30pm
(5 people)
Delta First 5 Center
The Center encourages parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5, so that these young children will be healthy, ready to learn, and supported in safe, nurturing families and communities. Classes and resources are available to them free of charge. This volunteer will serve by reading stories with the children.
(Minimum age: 18)
Friday, Nov 21 9:45-11:15am (1 person)
BW Children's Ministry: Kaleidoscope Kids Project
Please pray for our children as they will have their own expression of God’s love to those in need. They will give towards the Baskets of Hope project through Kaleidoscope which is a local Brentwood organization that provides support to people and families living with cancer. More details to follow in the coming weeks.
Shepherds Gate provides assistance and shelter for up to 35 battered and homeless women and their children. Join us as we support the women and children at Shepherd’s Gate by serving in the following areas.
Child Care
Volunteers will care for the children while their moms have the opportunity to attend life enrichment classes, including Bible Studies. (1 person per shift)
Friday, Nov 21
8:30pm-10:15pm
1:00pm-2:00pm
Monday, Nov 24
8:30am-10:15am
10:30am-11:30am
7:00pm-8:30pm
Tuesday, Nov 25
1:30pm-3:00pm
7:00pm-8:30pm
Wednesday, Nov 26
3:00pm-4:00pm
Friday, Nov 28
8:30am-10:15am
1:00pm-2:00pm
Clothing Closet
Volunteers will assist in organizing the clothing donations that come in for the closet.
(2 people per shift)
Saturday, Nov 22 9:00am-11:00am
Saturday, Nov 29
9:00am-11:00am
Creative A Class (Adults/Teens) & Creative C Class (Children)
Volunteers will enjoy sharing a craft, talent or hobby with the adults or children at the shelter.
(2 people per shift)
Saturday, Nov 22 9:00am-11:00am (A)
9:00am-11:00am (C)
Saturday, Nov 29
9:00am-11:00am (A)
9:00am-11:00am (C)
Food Pantry
Volunteers will assist in organizing the food donations that come in to the shelter.
(2 people per shift)
Saturday, Nov 22 9:00am-11:00am
Saturday, Nov 29
9:00am-11:00am
Maintenance/Construction
Volunteers needed to assist with various projects, including power washing the house, building shelves, staining the fence, or painting a mural in playroom.
Dates to be determined as teams are formed.Thanksgiving Meal
Volunteer will enjoy cooking a side dish along with the residents at the shelter for their Thanksgiving Dinner. If you choose, you can enjoy the meal with them! (7 people)
Thursday, Nov 27 3:00pm-6:00pm