As disciples of Jesus Christ,
we are called to participate in God’s transformation of the world!
CHANGE THE WORLD is a day of service
for the entire church family with projects for all ages and skill levels.
Saturday, June 25, 2011 fifty-four members of our church family gathered for breakfast and worship and then scattered to serve six agencies in Contra Costa County.
Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano Counties -
Sixteen members sorted and boxed 2,234 pounds of donated food at the Food Bank warehouse in Concord. This was the equivalent of 1,787 meals.
Monument Crisis Center on LUMC Campus –
Seven members bagged 593 lbs. of rice & beans to serve 175 families. Upon the delivery of the food, members toured the facility and learned about the food distribution program, the twice-monthly “Senior Moment” (food distribution plus themed party-like gatherings for seniors with bingo games), homework tutoring, summer camp for children age 6-12, teen program, English-language instruction, employment assistance, and much more.
Juvenile Hall of Contra Costa County –
Five persons cleaned up weeds and overgrowth in an outdoor area which is part of the Juvenile Hall complex in Martinez. They learned about the needs of the youth residing in Juvenile Hall, and how the Juvenile Hall Auxiliary is working to provide assistance to at-risk, foster care and abused or abandoned kids.
Bay Area Rescue Mission –
Seven persons prepared and served lunch for 50 people at Bay Area Rescue Mission’s Richmond facility. They peeled potatoes and rolled pizza dough, served lunch, and toured the men’s living quarters, garden, lunchroom, and warehouse. They learned about programs for the homeless, addicted, unemployed, hungry, undereducated, and children.
Shelter, Inc.
Eleven team members hosted a hot dog barbeque and games event for homeless families living in Shelter, Inc.’s garden apartment complex in Antioch.
Toys for Tots
Eight persons made 18 cuddly flannel teddy bears as Christmas toys for needy children in East Contra Costa County.
