“One Mission”

We believe the message and redeeming love of Jesus is the most powerful gift in the history of humanity. We embrace “One Mission” as a cohesive expression of God’s love, partnerships with world missions, regional ministries and in our local gathering in Lexington.

LOCAL OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE

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 contact Heather Bush, jimmy_and_heather(at)yahoo.com or visit their website,  www.assurancecare.org.

The Canaan House is 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.  Email, john.story(at)kctcs.edu.

Habitat for Humanity is 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.

The Harrison Elementary After-School Mentoring Ministry for children ages K-5^th grades runs throughout the school year. Harrison is a school that serves some of the poorest children in Lexington. To learn more about volunteering or being a sponsor this school year, contact Nancy Martin, nmartin2101(at)msn.com.

The 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 Joanne Rojas, lacasarojas(at)gmail.com.

Kentucky United Methodist Home for Children & Youth is a place where the 24:15 adult small group services once a month.  The group throws cook-outs and special parties for the residents developing friendships that make a difference in the children’s lives and the group has helped the Home with repairs, etc.  For more information contact, Joanne Rojas, lacasarojas(at)gmail.com or visit the website, www.kyumh.org.

The Lexington Rescue 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.

The 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 contact Brenda Story brenda(at)christchurchlex.com, or visit www.nathanielmission.org.

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 and go to their website, www.roomintheinn.net.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

Costa Rica – John and Bessie Ott: Christ Church members and missionaries to La Fortuna, Costa Rica. There they run a Christian camp, Casi Cielo (Almost Heaven) Local groups enjoy a place to retreat in the heart of the 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. Ben also has the opportunity to show God’s love through a one-on-one English tutoring program with Czech neighbors. For more information, visit Ben’s blog at www.bensablabin.blogspot.com.  Download his latest update, Ben Bowman December 2011.

Dominican Republic – Jeff Rogers and family: Jeff, Vicki, and their three daughters serve via G.O. International throughout the Dominican Republic. They are involved in logistics for short-term teams (of all groups and sizes) and empowering local churches and leaders in Hispaniola and Haiti. Visit their blog for more information. http://heartsinhispaniola.blogspot.com.

India – Ghuna & Jaya Kumar: Ghuna and Jaya minister in Southern India through the Living Hope Bible College, Dorcas Sewing Ministry, and orphanage care in three homes serving over two hundred orphans.  Through Living Hope they train native Indians to become pastors and evangelists. Dorcas is a job empowerment ministry for over 80 women a year. This family is actively involved in the process of restoring and uplifting hundreds of Indians, of all ages and genders. For more information visit christchurchlex.com/gospelfriends, or www.gospelfriends.org.

India – Richard Samuels and family: Richard and Annie minister in Southern India through the Sahayam Home for elderly and destitute women and run a home for children and families effected by HIV.  The Phoebe Home also provides shelter and a place for empowerment for teenage girls. For more information visit www.fishhook.org.

Zimbabwe – Janine Roberts: Janine is 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.