Mission
Missions
"One Mission" Vision
We believe the message and redeeming love of Jesus is the most powerful gift in the history of humanity. Seeking to share this, we embrace "One Mission" that is a cohesive expression of God's love through partnerships in missions ministries around the world, throughout our region, and in our church building in Lexington.
Criteria for Partnership
1. "One Mission." Does the ministry fit with God's calling for Christ Church?
2. Active Involvement. Is there a relationship and active involvement of Christ Church members in the ministry?
3. Accountability. Is there regular and impact-revealing communication from the ministry?
LOCAL OPPORTUNITIES
Canaan House: a ministry providing friendship and support to a local group home for the mentally ill. Contact John Story, john.story(at)kctcs.edu if you would like to find out more.
Harrison Elementary: a mentoring program for children ages K-5th grades. Harrison is a school that serves some of the poorest children in Lexington. To learn more about volunteering of being a sponsor this school year, contact Nancy Martin, nmartin2101(at)msn.com. Download the Christ Church Volunteer Calendar below for specific ways to serve.
Jesus Cupboard: provides emergency food for those in need in Lexington. This program can also provide gas and bus money for those that need help with transportation. For more information, contact Janiel Gammon, janiel2452(at)insightbb.com
Room In the Inn: helps to provide friendship, food, and shelter for homeless men from the Lexington area during the cold, winter months. Contact Tim Bischoff, timothybischoff(at)yahoo.com if you would like to find out more.
Assurance: Assurance Care Center is a program involved in the care and aid of pregnant women. It is a place of refuge where questions can be answered and guidance can be sought, without worry or prejudice. For more information, visit www.assurancecare.org
Habitat for Humanity: A wonderful opportunity to give back and help those less fortunate in your community. This ecumenical organization is actively on the front lines to eliminate substandard housing and strengthening communities. For more information, visit www.lexhabitat.org
Lexington Rescue: This mission seeks to serve the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the poor and homeless in Lexington. They are available to those in need through clothing, food, education, health care, recovery options, and more. For more information, visit www.lexingtonrescue.org
Nathaniel U. M. Mission: Nathaniel Mission operates a free clinic, provides a place for spiritual growth, overall holistic care, and is actively involved in strengthening its neighbors in need, through a variety of different programs. For more information, visit www.nathanielmissions.org
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Costa Rica – John and Bessie Ott: missionaries in La Fortuna, Costa Rica. Here, they run a Christian camp, Casi Cielo (Almost Heaven), where local groups of all kinds enjoy a place to retreat in the heart of the Costa Rican mountains. American youth and adult teams are also involved in camp Casi Cielo, helping the Otts and the Costa Ricans with construction projects, children camps, and more!
Czech Republic – Ben Bowman: Ben is serving in Prague as a teacher through the Teach Beyond program. While there, he has the opportunity to serve as a mentor and nourish the lives of youth around him, both educationally and spiritually. For more information, visit Ben’s blog at www.bensablabin.blogspot.com
Dominican Republic – Jeff Rogers and family: Jeff, Vicki, and their three children serve via G.O. International throughout the Dominican Republic. They are involved in logistics for short-term teams (of all groups and sizes). Visit thier blog for more information. http://heartsinhispaniola.blogspot.com
India – Ghuna Kumar and family: Ghuna and his family run an orphanage, continue a ministry of job empowerment for women, and are involved in evangelism throughout India. This family is actively involved in the process of restoring and uplifting hundreds of Indians, of all ages and genders.
India – Richard Samuels and family: Richard and his family run a school and orphanage. Together, this great family is on the front grounds of helping and transforming the lives of hundreds of Indians.
Zimbabwe – Janie Roberts: a strong woman actively involved with Project HOPE via Cornerstone in Mutare, Zimbabwe. Helping out at a local orphanage is one of many of Janine’s opportunities to show love and God’s grace to those around her. For more information, visit Janine’s blog at www.hopeofzim.blogspot.com
