Women_on_Mission_Groups
This mission group of both men and women meets the first Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the dining hall foyer. From 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. special music is presented by various talented artists. This pre-program music allows people not only to enjoy the beautiful music but fellowship with one another, sign the Homebound and Nursing Home cards and pay for their lunches. Programs include guest speakers, timely mission emphasis, and inspiring music. Various ministry/mission projects are conducted each month. Lunch, by reservation only, follows at 11:45 a.m.
SARAH KIRK BIBLE STUDY
The Bible Study group meets the third Tuesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. in the Activities Center, room 236. The group makes Christmas stockings in December for the Child Advocacy Center, takes lunch to the Home of Grace in April, have an annual mission project with the Mobile Nursing & Rehab Center. The also support other church-wide projects.
ROUND TABLE DISCUSSION GROUP
The group meets the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in the Fireside Room of the Activities Center. Books related to missions and spiritual growth are reviewed each month by an invited guest. Refreshments and fellowship are enjoyed by members before each study. Mission projects include helping with Christmas stockings for the Child Advocacy Center, providing refreshments and a birthday cake for the Language School, and supporting other church-wide projects. The group also collects canned drink tabs for the Ronald McDonald House.
HOME OF GRACE
The Home of Grace mission action group goes to the Home of Grace by church bus, leaving the chapel parking lot at 9:45 a.m. each third Thursday of the month. A devotion is presented to the ladies to encourage them in their spiritual journey toward victories over their addictions. A party is planned each December with gifts and crafts for residents. All church members are encouraged to participate in this ministry.
MOBILE RESCUE MISSION
Volunteers meet on the third Monday of each month in the parking lot at 9:45 a.m. The group goes to the Rescue Mission to do counseling with the men. Deserts and snacks are carried to share with those who are present.
HOMEBOUND MINISTRY
Volunteers choose someone to visit, make contact by telephone, visit or send a card afterward. Birthday cards are sent to each person and other cards as appropriate.
STRENGTHENING SCHOOLS
This group meets to provide support both physical and spiritual for those educators who fill our classrooms. We as Christians can make a difference in the lives of children and teachers. With the many displaced families, there are many special needs at this time. A brunch is served to our educators to express our gratitude for their making a difference in our schools.