Jesus’ concern with other people’s problems led him to heal the sick, feed the hungry, reconcile the estranged, and offer hospitality to the outcast. In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus taught his followers that we are called to reach out to address the world’s needs. Throughout the history of the Church, people have witnessed to the community, not only to improve the spiritual life of their neighbors, but also to improve their whole lives.
PURPOSE: To address the concerns and conditions of persons within our church, community and around the world to ensure that their quality of life is maintained. This be by monetary donations, meal deliveries, fund-raiser, home assistance or spiritual comfort.
Members:
Each year, as Committee members are rotated out, individual Committees are responsible for finding new members. Any member joining a committee must be a member of Hope United Church of Christ.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Contact reliable source regarding the hopes and concerns of persons in need within the church and community, abiding by HIPAA laws;
Plan and coordinate the involvement of laypersons, parishioners, in outreach ministries for health, welfare, and justice concerns;
Support the Weymont Food Pantry and other ecumenical social ministries;
Coordinate with local organizations, local churches and community resources and the wider church;
Cooperate with other Hope Church Committees in planning special programs/events or guest speakers, which promote the outreach ministry of the congregation.
Committee Chairs will submit their suggested new committee member(s) to the church secretary by November 1st of each year. The Church Secretary will then compile a list which will be presented to and approved by the Church Council at the November council meeting.
Social Concerns
SOCIAL CONCERNS
Jesus’ concern with other people’s problems led him to heal the sick, feed the hungry, reconcile the estranged, and offer hospitality to the outcast. In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus taught his followers that we are called to reach out to address the world’s needs. Throughout the history of the Church, people have witnessed to the community, not only to improve the spiritual life of their neighbors, but also to improve their whole lives.
PURPOSE: To address the concerns and conditions of persons within our church, community and around the world to ensure that their quality of life is maintained. This be by monetary donations, meal deliveries, fund-raiser, home assistance or spiritual comfort.
Members:
Each year, as Committee members are rotated out, individual Committees are responsible for finding new members. Any member joining a committee must be a member of Hope United Church of Christ.
RESPONSIBILITIES: