In Service

In Service Update

well guys, i apologize- this is so long overdue.

i really just got behind and a little overwhelmed that unfortunately the in service blog took the hit. but i will definitely do my best to post more frequently again and try to keep you guys in the loop.

so what's been up?

some exciting new things are going on with in service...

**first off- we have this fall begun to try and utilize the manpower of the ncc small groups to provide lunches for the sunday outreach. this has already been very successful. it not only provides in service with the resources it needs to serve, but it gives other ncc-ers the chance to participate in our ministry. i have heard nothing but great things from the small group and ministry leaders about what a great experience it was for their groups.
if you think that this is something that your small group or ministry would like to participate in, please let me know!

**ballston in service! yes, we are finally going to start it up- this sunday nov. 6th, we will have an informational meeting after the ballston service for those interested in impacting the homeless community around the ballston mall. this is very exciting, especially as the winter months approach. if you are a ballston-ite and are interested, look for me after the service, or shoot me an email if you can't make it but still want to help.

**speaking of winter- it's coming- and we need to be prepared. not sure exactly what kinds of extra outreaches are going to be planned, but in general, it would be great if you guys could do a closet cleaning for sweatshirts, sweaters, hats, gloves, coats, etc. anything will be helpful. just bring it to church on sunday, and we'll take care of it from there.
i will also keep you up to date on outreach blast dates and other events!

**prayer, prayer, prayer... thanks to rachel lunde and the rest of the union prayer team- we are now going to be praying together as a ministry with them. they wanted to engage the other union ministries and bless them through prayer. this is truly a blessing for us, in that we need a lot of covering and spiritual protection as we engage the homeless community. however, outside of that, if you all could keep us in mind throughout the week, that would be very helpful.

**wednesday nite bible study- please pray for us as well. we have really built a strong community on this nite, but have been battling against a lot of spiritual blockades. everything from bitterness to alcoholism. all in all though, marie and i have built an atmosphere of trust and security. pray that as winter comes and we procede indoors, that this continues. names to lift up specifically are mildred, brian, richard, sam, darnell, pete, bernard, patricia, glen, randy and david.

whew- that was quite a bit- thanks for hanging through. look forward to reconnecting to you all this fall/winter-
please let me know if there is anything i can do to help you get involved!

peace
john

posted by jh @ 10:28 AM