by Judy Chambers on October 20, 2011
On Friday night at 7:30 pm we have the wonderful opportunity to host Invisible Children at Meadowbrook Church. Uguanda and neighboring countries have experienced war for twenty-four years. This war, created by the Lord’s Resistance Army, consists of the abduction of child soldiers and child brides. Invisible Children will show a documentary, share about the situation and how you can help, and a young man from Uganda will be there to share his experiences.
Merchandise, the majority of which is handmade in Uganda, will be available for purchase, and donations are welcomed but not pressured. All proceeds will go to Invisible Children and their support of the Acholi people of Northern Uganda. Thank you for your support-
Kara Chambers
by Judy Chambers on October 17, 2011
The 100% Discount Store held last Saturday was a huge success. People were lined up 2 hours early, and so many great donations came in that we were able to help meet the needs of many people. Thank you to all who donated, and to all who helped serve by setting up or sorting or delivering or greeting or providing snacks or . . . . It took all of us and it was so great to see the church working together. We had more people come than ever before and it was great to be able to help, even if in a small way, and it was great to make new friends. Some items are still needed – couches, beds and kitchen tables and chairs. Let us know if you have resources available.
We will invite these and other families to join us at the Harvest Carnival on October 30, from 3-5 p.m. Come join in the fun!
by Judy Chambers on October 5, 2011
Wow! We have a tremendous amount of great stuff ready to be given away this Saturday. Thank you Meadowbrook for your generosity! As we have been advertising for this event, we have become aware of particular needs and want to make you aware of some items that are needed but that we have not yet received. We have heard of some children/adults sleeping on floors and so any beds would be helpful – twin, full, queen and bunk beds. We also know of needs for kitchen tables and chairs, dressers, couches, and a playpen. Also, some kitchen supplies were requested: pots and pans, baking dishes, rice cooker, and blender. If you can bless a family with any of these items, please contact Judy at chambersfamily@comcast.net. Thank you! And if you know of anyone who would benefit from this event, please invite them to come by Meadowbrook on Saturday from 10-2, first come, first serve.
by Judy Chambers on September 28, 2011
New Horizons Ministries by Jason Dick
I was posting an interview on another blog that I run and thought I’d share it here. A friend of mine works for an organization that serves homeless and street involved youth. He has a great heart and wants to follow God’s plan for his life. He encouraged me with his words maybe some of what he says will encourage you too. I’m including a few quotes below.
“I want to be where God is working, and he is working in the lives of the young people we serve. I’m passionate about serving the least and the lost, and am a firm believer in the adage that grace is like water, pooling up in the low places.”
“One of the most memorable donor moments to date. After learning that we had been robbed of some bus tokens, one of the young people we serve took his drums and our brochures to the street with a cardboard sign that said ‘Raising money for a youth center that was robbed, every penny helps.’ He raised over $250 and brought it to our front door”.
