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Area-Wide Update - September, Vigil, Marriage, CARE, and More
John Buhler, Mission Huntsville
September 4, 2006
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Mis·sion: noun: 1.) a specific objective or task which a person is charged or assigned; 2.) a personal or collaborative effort that includes a definite military or evangelistic objective; 3.) a divine assignment to the people and place within a specific geographic area;
Hunts·ville: noun: 1.) proper name identifying a city and surrounding geographic area of North Alabama in the Tennessee River Valley; 2.) historical capital of Alabama and birthplace of the state constitution 3.) a city of birth and new beginnings; 4.) a city of nations;
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Mission: Huntsville
A City-Impact Initiative |
"O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon His Name and make known His deeds among the people!" (Ps 105:1)
May the LORD cause His face to shine upon our City and Valley!
Please be aware of several of the following opportunities for prayer, support, or community involvement, and pass this information along to others who may be interested as well.
"GOD be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause Your face to shine upon us ... that Thy way may be known upon earth, and Thy salvation among all the people!" (Ps 67:1-2)
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Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem (DPPJ) - Local Prayer Vigil
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Greater Huntsville Prayer Vigil
for the Peace of Jerusalem
"Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee." (Ps 122:6)
6pm Tuesday September 12, 2006
Big Spring Park Gazebo
INTERCEDE FOR THE PRESERVATION OF ISRAEL and the Jewish people. Pray for the peace and safety of Jerusalem; that peace be within her walls, and wisdom within her chambers of government. Please come and be part of this united area-wide opportunity to obey the biblical mandate to pray for Jerusalem!
LEADERSHIP includes pastors, prayer leaders, and worship teams from Greater Huntsville churches to help facilitate a time of united worship and intercession for Israel in Big Spring Park, downtown Huntsville.
“For Zion’s sake I will not hold my peace, and for Jerusalem’s sake I will not rest, until the righteousness thereof goes forth as brightness, and the salvation thereof as a lamp that burns brightly.” (Isa 62:1)
For more information contact:
DPPJ State Coordinator - Ella Rodgers, (256) 679-8607, RodgersElla5@aol.com
Printable Flyer (PDF)
Hosted by the International Day of Prayer for Peace of Jerusalem Leadership Team in preparation for the upcoming International Day of Prayer for Peace of Jerusalem (DPPJ) which will occur in congregations worldwide on Sunday, October 1, 2006 - www.daytopray.com
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International Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem (DPPJ)
Sunday October 1st, 2006
(in local churches around the world)
www.DayToPray.com
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Big Spring Jam - Contemporary Christian Stage and Prayer Tent |
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First Baptist Church and The Rock Family Worship Center have joined together to sponsor the Big Spring Jam stage with a lineup of many well known Christian artists providing both a great family atmosphere and incredible outreach opportunity! Bring your family and friends to downtown Huntsville September 22-24th, 2006 for the Big Spring Jam. Ticket information or the complete schedule are available through the following links:
Additional Details
Big Spring Jam - www.BigSpringJam.org
Full Artist Stage Lineup (PDF) - http://www.bigspringjam.org/downloads/bsj14-lineup.pdf
BIG SPRING JAM
FRIDAY-SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22-24, 2006
The artists scheduled for Big Spring Jam 2006 Christian Stage sponsored by First Baptist and The Rock:
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6:00pm
7:15pm
8:45pm
10:15pm
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Among the Thirsty
NEEDTOBREATHE
Farewell June
Casting Crowns |
| Saturday, Sept 23 |
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2:30pm
3:15pm
4:15pm
5:15pm
6:00pm
6:45pm
8:00pm
9:00pm
10:15pm
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A20
Adam Wright
Candlefuse
Run Kid Run
Showbread
Hawk Nelson
Downhere
Matthew West
Barlow Girl |
| Sunday, Sept 24 |
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2:30pm
3:30pm
4:45pm
6:00pm
7:15pm
8:45pm
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The Rock Band
Poor & Wretched
Fabrik
Pocket Full of Rocks
Natalie Grant
Chris Tomlin |
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PRAYER TENT - Onsite Intercessory Prayer Opportunity
There is opportunity to pray onsite in an assigned prayer tent during Big Spring Jam this year. Volunteers will be taking alloted periods to pray as follows:
Fri Sep 22nd: 6:00-9:00pm, 9:00pm-until
Sat Sep 23rd: 2:30-5:00pm, 5:00-7:30pm, 7:30-10:00pm, 10:00pm-until
Sun Sep 24th: 2:30-5:00pm, 5:00-7:30pm, 7:30-10:00pm
If you would be interested in more information please contact Rita Sutton (RSutton@therockfwc.org). Volunteers will need to provide name, phone number, and t-shirt size (because all who will be working there will receive a t-shirt to wear to identify you as a Big Spring Jam worker/volunteer).
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Greater Huntsville Interdenominational Ministerial Fellowship - GHIMF! |
Greater Huntsville
Interdenominational Ministerial Fellowship
Monthly Meeting
September 2006
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GHIMF Monthly Meetings occur the Saturday before the 2nd Sunday of each month.
September Meeting
Saturday September 9th
Please note that the GHIMF meeting for the month of September will be hosted by Little Indian Creek PBC and Rev. Dr. Jerry Crutcher. The location and directions are included.
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10:00am |
| Spiritual Feast: |
Rev. Michael Jones |
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Please note there will also be a GHIMF Executive Board Meeting Tuesday, September 5th at 11:30am at Union Hill Primitive Baptist Church (Multipurpose Room), 2115 Winchester Rd NW. |
Greater Huntsville Pastors Prayer Summit - GHPPS! |
Greater Huntsville Pastors’ Prayer Summit
Dear Pastor or Christian Leader:
Peace to each of you, your families, and ministries.
Do you hear or perceive a new holy cadence emerging in our city? Over the course of the last 12 months multiple kingdom endeavors have been birthed or have come forth with great impact: we continue to see a multiplicity of new church plants; there is talk of many fellowships experimenting with satellite venues for worship and reaching the un-reached; we have seen the birth of the Marketplace Leadership Luncheon; the birth of the national office for E3 Student Ministries, a ministry responsible for leading students on evangelistic church planting trips all over the world; Renown for young adults; and creative and engaging ministries through local church fellowships that are too numerous to mention. Indeed, God is blessing our city and the “water level” of His manifest favor and grace is rising.
As we live in this unique time as pastors and Christian leaders, we are aware that our city is not only being blessed by God, but it is also growing. We are postured on what many call, “BRAC Eve.” We are still about one year away from our city receiving thousands upon thousands of new residents. This is a time of shifting for the greater Huntsville region.
As we prepare for this “shifting.” I want to invite you to pray with other pastors and Christian leaders at this month’s mini-prayer summit. It will be hosted in September at The Rock Family Worship Center and will begin at 10:00 a.m. It would be presumptuous of me to think that all of the signs of God’s favor are attributable to pastors and Christian leaders gathered regularly for prayer. But I am convinced, based upon the revelation of Holy Scripture, that God does bless a people who come together in unity as He defines it (Psalm 133; John 17:22-23; Eph 4:1-6). I am thankful for the many signs of God’s movement. May we be encouraged and stay the course.
While this quote is from a generation of men who went before us, it is nonetheless worthy of our prayerful reading:
In God’s name, I beseech you, let prayer nourish you soul as you meals nourish your body. Let your fixed seasons of prayer keep you in God’s presence through the day, and may His presence frequently remembered through it be an ever fresh spring of prayer. Such a brief, loving recollection of God renews a man’s whole being, quiets his passions, supplies light and counsel in difficulty, gradually subdues the temper, and causes him to possesses his soul in patience, or that gives it up to the possession of God. ---Fenelon
For the glory of God,
Paul Lawler
Torchbearer, Greater Huntsville Pastors’ Prayer Summit
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Greater Huntsville Pastors Prayer Summit
Monthly Mini-Summit
September 2006
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Mini-Summits occur the 2nd Thursday of each month.
September Mini-Summit
Thursday September 14th
Please note that the mini-summit for the month of September will be hosted by The Rock Family Worship Center and Pastor Rusty Nelson. The location and directions are included.
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10:00am |
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10:30am |
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12:00pm |
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Please note there will also be a meeting of the Servant Leadership Team at 8:30am in the same location. |
| Host Possibilities? If your church or ministry would be willing to host a mini-summit one month, or you would like to recommend a location that may be a strategic site for a future month, please let us know! Email: Host Possibility |
Host Ministry Highlight
The Rock Family Worship Center |
LOCATION
The Rock Family Worship Center
2300 Memorial Pkwy SW
Huntsville, AL 35801
Phone:(256) 533-9292
ww.therockfwc.org
Map and Directions
The heart of The Rock FWC is to fulfill the vision God has established through every area of ministry. We believe God called us to do three very important things as we serve this region:
Core value 1: To love the Father Jesus lived for ...
Worship is not what we do, but it is who we are. Intimacy with the Father is not found in a song, but in a heart turned towards the Father. We believe that a life laid down before the Lord is the true definition of worship.
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Core Value 2: To love the church Jesus paid for ...
Equipping the body of Christ is not only scriptural, but it is essential for developing mature, stable and confident Christians who truly walk in the authority provided to them through Christ. It is not enough to just love the Father; we must love one another as Christ loved us.
Core value 3: To love the world Jesus died for ...
Evangelism and outreach bring life to the four walls of a church. We have a passion for the lost, broken, lonely and hurting people who need to know about a Savior who died for them. We are His hands today to reach out and affect our world for His kingdom.
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Supporting Troubled Marriages - HAPC School of Applied Ministry
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FROM THE HUNTSVILLE ASSOCIATION FOR PASTORAL CARE
Announcing HAPC’S School of Applied Ministry Final 2006 Class
Supportive Intervention
into Troubled Marriages
Discerning the Vital Role for Spiritual Lay Care-givers
Saturday, September 16 from 8:00 to 12:45
United Way Building, 701 Andrew Jackson Way (North of Five Points)
This Class will be team taught by Debbie Preece, Coordinator of the Madison County Coalition for Health Marriages; William Bell, Circuit Judge; Jim Pierce, Licensed Professional Counselor with Counseling Associates, Jim Norris, M. Div., Co-Director, Vine Pastoral Counseling Center; and Drs. Edith Fraser and Trevor Fraser of Oakwood College.
Schedule:
8:00–8:30 Registration/Continental Breakfast (come any time during this segment)
8:30–9:10 “Realities and Myths of the Marriage Crisis” … Trends, national and local information and statistics, impact on society and faith communities.
9:10–10:15 “Biblical and Theological Perspectives” … Exploring forgiveness, grace and law, promises and commitment, and the challenges and riches of “life in covenant.”
10:15–10:25 Break
10:25–11:20 “Basic Ingredients of Successful Supportive Intervention” … Nonjudgmental listening, being there, prayer, mentoring, talking it out, and integrating supportive and creative resources (tailored for ministry with both struggling and healing marriages)
11:20-12:20 “Life Sharing: Clues for Supportive Intervention” … Hearing from couples and clergy identifying the need and place for spiritual lay care-providers
12:20-12:45 “Where Do We Go From Here: Community and Congregational Resources” … Tapping into the Healthy Marriage Initiative as it “comes of age.”
The target audience is primarily spiritual caregivers, but we welcome ministers and ministry team leaders, family and marriage counselors, helping professionals, parish nurses, social workers, and individuals seeking understanding of supportive intervention into troubled and healing marriages. Class cost (tuition, food, handouts) is $30.00 (Less with congregational sponsorships). For sign-up or information, contact 534-4462, 880-2074, or hapchsv@yahoo.com.
Huntsville Association for Pastoral Care (HAPC)
School of Applied Ministry (PDF)
HAPC was founded in 1977 through a joint effort of clergy, medical professionals and local congregations.
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Marriage Savers Initiative - Community Marriage Covenant |
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Marriage Savers Initiative
Coming to Huntsville!
The highly successful Marriage Savers Initiative (www.MarriageSavers.org), instituted in over 200 communities throughout the United States in the past 10 years with profound impact, is coming to the Madison County-Greater Huntsville community October 20-21, 2006. Mike McManus, the founder and director of the Marriage Saver ministry, and his wife will lead the day and half training to clergy and other marriage ministries in our area. This event is being sponsored by the Madison County Coalition for Healthy Marriages (www.mcchm.org) and will be held in conjunction with the signing of a Community Marriage Covenant (CMC) by many local clergy who want are willing to join this area-wide effort to strengthen marriages and reverse the devastating trends of divorce in our community.
There are three primary activities of the Madison County Coalition for Healthy Marriages before the October 20-21 training occurs.
1.) Inform the Madison County clergy of the Marriage Savers initiative and the clergy Community Marriage Covenant (CMC) proposed.
2.) Solicit the over 450 churches and clergy of Madison County to commit to the Community Marriage Covenant (CMC) and have their commitment publicized to the community in a media event scheduled for October 20, 1:00 PM at the Madison County courthouse.
Clergy willing to commit to the Community Marriage Covenant (CMC), who we do not already have confirmed, please contact:
Pastor Kenny Mitchell
Marriage Savers Pastoral Steering Committee Chairman
kenny_mitchell@bellsouth.com
256-859-4444 (home)
256-783-9425 (cell)
Note the Marriage Savers Pastoral Steering Team co-chairmen are Kenny Mitchell, Senior Pastor Covenant of Peace Church, and Garry Jordan, Senior Pastor Jackson Way Baptist Church.
3.) Register clergy and marriage ministry leadership couples for the October 20/21 training to implement the Marriage Savers initiative in our community. The schedule for this training as well as the location and cost of training are all defined below.
Schedule: Starting on Friday October 20 at 1:00 pm, a Community Marriage Covenant (CMC) SIGNING CEREMONY will take place at the Madison County courthouse to announce the new initiative to our community. Clergy committed to the Community Marriage Covenant are encouraged to attend this ceremony to sign publicly. The Marriage Savers initiative TRAINING will take place from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM on Friday (Oct 20), and Saturday (Oct 21), from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Training Location: The host church for this training will be Faith Presbyterian Church located at the intersection of Whitesburg Drive and Airport Road in Huntsville. This church is dedicated to implementing the principles of the Marriage Savers program in our community.
Training Cost: There is no cost to sign the covenant, but is some associated with the training ( primarily for materials). Sponsorship is also being raised so cost will not be a hindrance to any who would desire to be part of this strategic time and training. Please see following links for addtional details.
Additional Information (PDF)
The Madison County Clergy
Community Marriage Covenant (CMC)
| Examination of this MADISON COUNTY data with national statistics reveals the following stunning statistics:
Madison County divorce rate is more than 50% higher than the U.S. average, which is 500 divorces per 1000 marriages. We have 771 divorces per 1000 marriages, a divorce rate of 77.1% ...
The Marriage Savers strategy has been instituted in over 200 communities in the past 10 years and has significantly enriched marriages and prevented divorces in these communities (see website above for more information). According to the Heritage Foundation, “A well executed community marriage covenant can save up to 80% of marriages headed for divorce, reconcile more than 50% of separate couples, enable 80% of step families to be successful parents and marriage partners” |
Community Marriage Covenant
Madison County, Alabama
This covenant expresses the common bond of clergy in our community to establish healthy marriages and strengthen existing marital relationships for the welfare of our homes, families, and greater community.
We believe
- God has established the sanctity and companionship of marriage in scripture (Gen 2:24).
- God intends the marriage bond between husband and wife to last for a lifetime (Mal 2:16, Matt 19:5-6).
- As clergy we have a responsibility before God to establish a standard for marriage preparation, enrichment of existing marital relationships, and restoration of couples in need (1 Pet 5:2-3).
Therefore, we commit to
- Encourage a courtship of at least one year.
- Promote sexual abstinence outside of marriage, while affirming fidelity in the marital relationship.
- Identify, inspire, and train couples with strong marriages to serve as mentor couples for engaged couples, newlywed couples, couples experiencing marital difficulties, or couples wishing to strengthen their relationship.
- Support a minimum premarital preparation process of four to six months, which includes six premarital counseling/mentoring sessions providing spiritual guidance, the use of an effective premarital inventory, and marriage education.
- Supportenrichment opportunities for established marriages such as classes, seminars, and retreats.
- Supportstepfamily groups to help parents of stepchildren learn how to be successful parents and partners.
- Provide intervention for marriages in crisis.
- Cooperate with other congregations and organizations by sharing resources for the purpose of building and promoting healthy marriages in our community.
Signed _________________________ Date: _________________
Print name/church_______________________________________
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The Devastating Trend and The Possibility
National Marriage Facts and Statistics
The Problem – A Devastating Marriage Crisis
The four primary elements of the marriage crisis:
Marriage - The marriage rate has plunged 43% since 1970. If the same percentage of couples were marrying now as in 1970, there would be a million more marriages a year.
Divorce - Half of all new marriages still end in divorce. There have been 38 million divorces since 1970, impacting 35 million children. Children of divorce are three times as likely to be expelled or to have a baby as a teenager, five times as likely to live in poverty, and 12 times more likely to be incarcerated according to the Heritage Foundation. Even worse, when children of divorce become adults, only 60% marry, they are more likely to divorce, and divorced men die 10 years sooner than married men.
Cohabitation - The number of unmarried couples living together has soared 12-fold from 430,000 in 1960 to 5 million. There are only 2.2 million marriages a year. Cohabitation has become the dominant way male-female unions are formed. However, those who marry after living together are 50% more likely to divorce.
Unwed births - The percentage of children born out-of-wedlock rose again in 2003 to a stunning 35%. Cohabiting couples are as likely to have children as married couples.
The Possibility – Community Marriage Policies (CMP)
According to the Heritage Foundation, “A well executed community marriage covenant can save up to 80% of marriages headed for divorce, reconcile more than 50% of separate couples, enable 80% of step families to be successful parents and marriage partners”
A community marriage policy (CMP) consists of a signed pledge by a coalition of clergy representing a diverse cross-section of congregations in the community to make marriage a priority in their church. Specifics vary by city, but the CMP core ingredients include: 1.) minimum time of marriage preparation, 2.) require anyone getting married to take a premarital inventory, and 3.) train older couples in good marriages to mentor other couples (in different stages).
The Impact – Community Marriage Policies (CMP)
Modesto, CA - divorce dropped 57%, new marriage increased 11%, teen pregnancy decreased 30%, school dropouts decreased 20%, cohabitation decreased 14% (while increased 20-30% nationwide)
Tallahassee, FL - Live the Life Ministries has pushed down Tallahassee’s divorce rate by 23% and has built a CMP with a budget of $600,000 raised locally.
Dalton, GA - From 2003 to 2005 the number of divorces fell from 1,050 to 789, a 24% drop. Judges who perform civil weddings were also encouraged to require premarital couples to take an inventory.
Austin, TX - After 252 pastors signed its Community Marriage Policy in 1996, the average number of divorces fell to 2,319 in 1999-2000, a steep 29% drop in the divorce rate.
Kansas City, KS - In Johnson County, a suburb of Kansas City, the divorce rate fell 65.9% while it rose by 11.2% in comparable counties.
Shreveport, LA - Shreveport slashed its divorce rate by 31% in its first year after a CMP signing.
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Marketplace Leadership Luncheon - Blessing the Business Community!
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Marketplace Leadership Luncheon (Greater Huntsville)
 The Area-Wide Marketplace Leadership Luncheon (MLL) is a unique time of encouragement and specific focus, including consideration of greater purpose and unique opportunity in the workplace. It is hosted by businessmen and women for businessmen and women. If you are a committed Christian involved in the Marketplace and Business Community please consider joining us for this special time!
Area-Wide Marketplace Leadership Luncheon
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11:30am-12:30pm (MLL private buffet will open at 11:15am) |
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Thursdays - weekly |
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Carrabba's Italian Grill
2801 S. Memorial Parkway, Huntsville, AL 35801, (256) 288-1333
Map and Directions - Located on Memorial Parkway in the Parkway Place Mall parking deck. |
Additional Notes:
- Luncheon will conclude promptly within an hour.
Please RSVP here due to limited seating if you have not already confirmed your attendance!
- This will be a special luncheon occurring every Thursday as a gift to the Marketplace and Business community (no cost other than your lunch).
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Greater Huntsville Women's Leadership Network (GHWLN) |
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Greater Huntsville Women's Leadership Network (GHWLN)
networking women in leadership to impact our communities for Christ
Networking a Community of Faith
Equipping you as you forge intentional community with other Christian leaders and efforts in our city.
The Greater Huntsville Women's Leadership Network was birthed out of a collective desire among women in leadership in our area to connect and unite as the body of Christ while reaching out to those in our area with the love of Jesus Christ.
Next GHWLN Meeting
The Greater Huntsville Women’s Leadership Network will be meeting Wednesday, September 20th at Faith Presbyterian Church.
The luncheon will be from 11:30am to 1:00pm and our host for this month is Debbie Preece with the Madison County Coalition for Healthy Marriages.
There is no cost for the luncheon, and any Christian woman in leadership in our community is invited to attend.
Please RSVP for the luncheon to Jennifer Devlin at Jennifer@ministryforlife.com
More Information
For more information Contact us or visit us online at www.GHWLN.com
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AWAKEN - Regional Women's Gathering |
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C.A.R.E. Center - Area Compassion Ministry
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The Community Assistance Resource Effort (CARE)
Center
The C.A.R.E Center serves the communities of Eastern Madison County including Big Cove, Berkley, Brownsboro, Gurley, New Hope, Hampton Cove, and Owens Crossroads. It provides a unique opportunity for local churches to join together for a tremendous impact. Please see the note below from Becca Abercrombie, the CARE Center Director, as well as the current newletter for additional details on the ministry.
The CARE Center has had a busy '06! Not only are we continuing to help with emergency food and financial assistance in Eastern Madison County, but we also are moving into community development. We have started tutoring programs at New Hope and Owens Cross Roads Elementary and are excited about the potential to help children feel valued. We are also starting a home repair ministry where we not only help those in need but also begin teaching trades like plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work. We have started financial/resource counseling where we go through budgeting and offer wisdom and counsel to our clients who continually find themselves in the same situation. Ultimately, my hope is that our clients will realize that God has created them with unique talents and gifts that can be used in their community. Many times it's apparent that our clients have lost hope. Our job as followers of Christ is to be ready to share Christ's love, grace, and mercy with those we serve. As most of our member churches are in Hampton Cove, my prayer is that Hampton Cove will not only be thought of as one of the most prosperous areas of Huntsville, but also as one of the most generous areas of Huntsville.
Becca Abercrombie
C.A.R.E. Center Director
Community Assistance Resource Effort
babercrombie@knology.net
256.652.9502
Address:
1617 Old Highway 431
Owens Cross Roads, Al 35763
Phone: 776-3448
www.thecarecenter.us
Mailing Address:
The CARE Center
PO Box 2244
Huntsville, Al 35804
The CARE Center is a 501(c3) non-profit organization designed to provide assistance to neighbors in need. The CARE Center is run by volunteers who live in the community. It is funded by individuals, grants, businesses, and area churches
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Greater Huntsville Be Ready Day - Governor's Office Faith Based/Community Initiatives
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Alabama Governor's Office
of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives
RSA Union Building, Suite 134
100 North Union Street
Montgomery, AL 36130
(334) 242-7110
FAX: (334) 242-2885
September 6, 2006; Volume I Issue XXIV
***Special Edition***
Alabama, Are You Prepared For a Disaster? |
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September is National Preparedness Month. The Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives (GFBCI) is teaming up with the Alabama Department of Homeland Security and the Alabama Emergency Management Agency to be a part of this nation-wide initiative to better prepare Alabama. The GFBCI is pleased to announce three events:
BE READY SUNDAY
Sunday, September 24, 2006
Statewide
Faith-based organizations are encouraged to promote preparedness within their congregations by speaking on the importance of being prepared, including materials in their bulletins and newsletters, and/or posting preparedness information on their websites. By clicking the Be Ready Sunday link on the www.ServeAlabama.gov website you will be able to sign-up and join a statewide coalition, download “Steps for Developing a Plan” and “Church Disaster Preparedness Checklist” to prepare your house of worship, and download a bulletin insert to include with Sunday’s program.
BE READY DAY
Thursday, September 14, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Space and Rocket Center - Huntsville, Alabama
Open to the Public
FREE!!!
Annual statewide community preparedness event featuring education and training on disaster preparedness and emergency response, volunteer opportunities across the state, and first responder demonstrations. With over 20 booths and 20 outside displays, interactive stations such as a smoke house simulating a burning house will demonstrate proper and safe ways to respond to a disaster. At 1:00 PM Governor Bob Riley will address the crowd on the importance of being prepared as a state and as individuals. We will have representatives from the National Weather Service, Medical Response Units, HAM Radio operators, and more. As part of planning for the day, we are scheduling the arrival times for groups that wish to bring buses of people from their organizations and congregations. If you would like to schedule the arrival time for your group, please call Ivonne Garcia in the GFBCI at (334) 242-7110.
BE READY CAMP
Monday, September 11-Thursday, September 14, 2006
U.S. Space and Rocket Center - Huntsville, Alabama
Preparedness camp for 80 pre-selected 6th graders that will teach the next generation of citizens and leaders the importance of being prepared for any type of disaster or emergency. Activities and training include Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training, creating an emergency kit, creating an emergency family plan, storm spotting, and tours of the Madison County Emergency Management Agency and National Weather Service.
For more information
www.ServeAlabama.gov
The Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives (GFBCI) is pleased to provide links to resources on faith-based and community initiatives. The websites listed on this page do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the GFBCI, nor is GFBCI responsible for the content of these sites. Please address any questions or concerns regarding this statement to info@ServeAlabama.gov.
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| Church Disaster Relief - Area Resources and Information
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Church Hurricane Relief Mobilization - Churches of the Valley Uniting in Disaster Relief! |
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| Mission Huntsville - Special Note: It was requested that we continue to forward this information for reference as evacuees (and churches) continue to need access to some of these resources. Note this information is also available from www.MissionHuntsville.org. |
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