ABOUT DOT The Mission Outreach Committee is excited to announce the DO ONE THING (DOT) campaign! Continuing through the fall of 2015, the DOT campaign hopes to increase awareness of FPC sponsored and supported mission outreach efforts and partnerships, and to grow volunteer involvement in those ministries and organizations. We hope you will DO ONE THING to engage the world that you have not yet tried or DO ONE THING to serve others that is outside of your comfort zone and regular routine.
REGISTER YOUR DOT
“Register” your DOT activity online at
WWW.FPCFW.ORG/DOT. Every Sunday, each registered DOT will be placed on a display near the third floor worship areas so we can all visually see the growing impact we can all make together. You may also fill out your own DOT for the display in person each Sunday.
WAYS TO SERVE AT COMMUNITY CROSSROADS
Community Crossroads is First Presbyterian Church’s mission outreach center in Fort Worth’s Hemphill neighborhood. Located at 1516 Hemphill (near the corner of Allen), the building houses Worship on Wednesdays, the church’s First HAND food and clothing ministry, as well as the Salt & Light Dental Clinic and the Formula and Diaper ministry. WHAT: The First HAND (Hospitality, Advocacy, Nurture, and Dignity) ministry has operated as a mission center for FPC since November 2000. We receive referrals from as many as fifty local agencies and schools, and are visited by hundreds of individuals and families in need each month for food, clothing, and household items. The Food Pantry is a food/grocery distribution program offered to residents of the Tarrant County area. It is open twice a week for folks with a photo ID to come and receive two bags of groceries at no cost to them once per month. WHEN: First HAND Food Pantry is open Wednesdays/Thursdays, 12-1:30 p.m. (Closed on 3rd Wednesdays when the Mobile Pantry is open at Broadway Baptist Church) WHERE: Community Crossroads, 1516 Hemphill St, Fort Worth AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Families are encouraged to come and serve together. SERVICE ACTIVITIES: Fill grocery bags (9-11 a.m.) and/or interact with clients (11 a.m. -1:30 p.m.). Work any time between 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. NEW VOLUNTEER HOURS! We now also have a new opportunity to fill grocery bags on Tuesday evenings from 5:30-6:30 p.m. CONTACT: Dawn Shepard, 817.921.3955 or
[email protected]
FIRST HAND FOOD PANTRY
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WHAT: Kids Hope USA mentor program for kids in need. WHEN: One Hour a Week during the School Year KIDS WHERE: De Zavala Elementary School HOPE USA AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Age 16 and older MENTORS SERVICE ACTIVITY: Mentor a student, K-2nd grade, who needs support. We currently have 17 FPC mentors but the school has identified 31 students who are in need of a mentor. Kids like Sophia and Anthony, Adrienne and Rosa come from homes without shelter, without two parents and/or with more than ten people. A great opportunity for our youth and young adults, too. Kids Hope USA is a national church-owned, school based mentoring program that equips a church to build a partnership with a neighboring public elementary school (De Zavala Elem.) by providing faithful mentors to build a relationship focused on a child’s emotional, social, and academic needs. The result, changes in attitude, behavior, and academic performance. It is a ministry of presence, not tutoring. No special skills are required, just a love of children and a desire to see them succeed. CONTACT: For more details and to fill out a volunteer application, visit fpcfw.orgs/ kidshope. Questions? Becky Jenkins at 817.705.3019 or Robyn Michalove at robynm@ fpcfw.org. WHAT: Kairos Inside Prison Ministry is a lay-led Christian ministry which conducts a structured program for use in male and female medium to maximum security correctional institutions. It starts with a multiKAIROS day event allowing participants to witness Christ’s love through PRISON the servitude of volunteers. Participants are given the opportunity MINISTRY to experience a religious renewal accepting God’s call to love of Christian witness to one another during their stay in prison. WHEN: A weekend is held in October for the men’s prison, and one weekend in October for the women’s prison. WHERE: James T. Allred Prison in Iowa Park, Texas near Wichita Falls (men) and Mountain View Prison in Gatesville, Texas near Waco (women) AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTION: 18 years or older to go inside a prison; other ages can participate in a support capacity. SERVICE ACTIVITIES: Two teams are required for each weekend. One team goes into the prison to conduct the three and a half day program; the other team provides support by preparing meals, organizing prayer chains, making posters, writing letters, providing financial support, baking cookies, etc. All ages can help with the support team activities. Kairos Outside is an alternative program helping women who have a relative or friend who is or has been incarcerated. CONTACT: Robyn Michalove at
[email protected] or Steve Newton at Kairos at
[email protected] or 817.274.3418
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WAYS TO SERVE AT COMMUNITY CROSSROADS (CONT.) WHAT: The First HAND (Hospitality, Advocacy, Nurture, and Dignity) ministry has operated as a mission center for FPC since November 2000. We receive referrals from local agencies and schools, and are visited by hundreds of individuals and families in need each month. Clothing requests come through a social worker or agency for those needing clothes (adults and children). Requests can also be made by individuals on Food Pantry days. Clothing is received and maintained at Community Crossroads – sorted, laundered, and prepared for distribution. WHEN: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9-11 a.m. Requests are filled and may be picked up by clients on Food Pantry days (Wednesdays and Thursdays) WHERE: Community Crossroads, 1516 Hemphill St, Fort Worth AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Families are encouraged to come and serve together. SERVICE ACTIVITIES: Sort and prepare clothing received, launder items as needed, gather items and prepare them for distribution. CONTACT: Dawn Shepard, 817.921.3955 or
[email protected]
FIRST HAND CLOTHING ROOM
WHAT: The Salt and Light Dental Clinic assists clients who do not SALT & have access to dental care with basic dental needs by a team of local LIGHT dentists and volunteers. The clinic operates about 2-3 times a month. Appointments can take up to two weeks to schedule (not set up DENTAL for emergency needs). Appointments are scheduled through social CLINIC workers/case managers with official agencies. WHEN: Dental clinics are scheduled based on availability of volunteer dentists and scheduled on a month-by-month basis. WHERE: Community Crossroads, 1516 Hemphill St, Fort Worth SERVICE ACTIVITIES: If you are a dentist and interested in serving at the clinic, please contact the church office. CONTACT: Dawn Shepard, 817.921.3955 or
[email protected] or Pat Graham at 817.370.9851 WHAT: Since 2005, Worship on Wednesdays offers worship, a shared free community meal, and classes for all ages for those in the WORSHIP southside Fort Worth community. ON WHEN: Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. (worship at 5:30, meal at WEDNESDAYS 6, and classes at 6:30). WOW does not meet in July, the week of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s. WHERE: Community Crossroads, 1516 Hemphill St, Fort Worth AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Families are encouraged to come and serve together. SERVICE ACTIVITIES: Serve meals, bring desserts, shepherd classes, teach classes – overall, interact with WOW participants during worship, mealtime, and classes. CONTACT: Leah Wyckoff for classes at
[email protected] or Robyn Michalove for worship and meals at
[email protected]. WHAT: Formula and Diapers is a ministry offered once a month on FORMULA 3rd Mondays providing diapers and formula for children newborn through 3 years of age (with a birth certificate and WIC card). AND Clients may come and visit with volunteers and others who care for DIAPERS young children, allowing for support and understanding in raising infants and toddlers. WHEN: 3rd Monday of each month, 9–11 a.m. WHERE: Community Crossroads, 1516 Hemphill St, Fort Worth AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Families are encouraged to come and serve together. SERVICE ACTIVITIES: Help clients receive formula and diapers and visit with them. Donate diapers of any size and 16 oz. cans of Similac Advanced Formula. We especially need Spanish speakers. CONTACT: Kay Mitchell at
[email protected] or Robyn Michalove at
[email protected]
FPC PROGRAMS WITH HOMELESS WHAT: RITI is a ministry of FPC, in partnership with other local faith communities and the Day Resource Center. Every Monday evening during these months, FPC provides shelter for 14 homeless guests with a space to relax, a family-style dinner, games/cards/books, hot shower, bed, hot breakfast, and a lunch to take with them. Volunteers provide a warm welcome, friendly conversation, and dignified service. WHEN: Overnight Monday evenings/Tuesday mornings during the hottest months (July–August) and the coldest months (December–February) WHERE: First Presbyterian Church Gym AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Adults, although setup crew tasks are perfect for all ages and abilities. SERVICE ACTIVITIES: Drive the van to transport the 14 men to and from the Day Resource Center, make beds, serve dinner, play games, provide breakfast and lunches or operate as innkeepers (adult innkeepers serve as overnight hosts Monday evenings/ Tuesday mornings). Great for couples, individuals, and parents with their high school youth. CONTACT: Robyn Michalove at
[email protected]
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WHAT: Tarrant Area Food Bank serving the hungry of Tarrant County. WHEN: Once a month, every third Wednesday, 9-10 a.m. WHERE: Broadway Baptist Church (305 W. Broadway, 76104) AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Takes place outside, so be mindful of weather (i.e., bring sunscreen and a hat for the summer months and a jacket for the winter months) SERVICE ACTIVITY: Hand out fresh food from 8:30 -10:30 a.m. CONTACT: Dawn Shepard, 817.921.3955 or
[email protected]
MOBILE FOOD PANTRY
NON-PROFIT PARTNERSHIPS PRES. NIGHT SHELTER PLAYGROUPS
WHAT: FPC has a long-standing relationship with the Presbyterian Night Shelter, serving the homeless in Tarrant County. There are multiple opportunities to serve at the shelter (they can be contacted directly regarding such opportunities). One specific area FPC helps with is their playgroups for resident children. WHEN: 2nd and 4th Mondays each month, 6:30-7:30 pm WHERE: Women and Children’s Building at PNS (2400 Cypress St,
Fort Worth 76102) AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Many youth/young adults volunteer in this program. SERVICE ACTIVITY: Play games and make crafts with children at the shelter. CONTACT: Robyn Michalove at
[email protected]
WHAT: Presbyterian Night Shelter Kitchen WHEN: Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. WHERE: PNS at 2400 Cypress St, Fort Worth, TX 76102 AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: No restrictions; children must be accompanied by an adult. SERVICE ACTIVITY: A volunteer crew of 4-8 people are needed to help sort donated food for the PNS kitchen. Boxes of food can be somewhat heavy. Pants/jeans/closed toed shoes are recommended. CONTACT: Robyn Michalove at
[email protected]
PRES. NIGHT SHELTER KITCHEN
TRINITY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
WHAT: Trinity Habitat for Humanity seeks to put God’s love into action, bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope. Trinity Habitat strives to build and renovate high quality, affordable housing, advocate on behalf of those in need of decent housing, and serve as a partner and catalyst to create health and
sustainable communities. Over the years, FPC has participated in 66 local Trinity Habitat for Humanity builds. WHEN: October 2 (Lunch Crew), October 3 (Cowtown Brush-Up), October-November (Presbyterian House Build) WHERE: Serving in Tarrant, Johnson, Parker, and Wise counties; specific locations depend on the build site. AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Teens and adults; youth 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult and have a waiver signed. SERVICE ACTIVITY: October 2 Lunch Crew will prepare 32 lunches for volunteers on the Presbyterian House in Como. October 3 Cowtown Brush-Up (8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.) needs volunteers to touch up houses that the city deems in need of refurbishing; FPC hopes to put together a team of 20. October and November brings several dates to partner with others from Tarrant County Presbyterian Churches to build a “Presbyterian House” in the Como neighborhood. At least 5 FPC volunteers are needed on eleven different work days. Visit website for exact details. CONTACT: Robyn Michalove at
[email protected]. Register for all Habitat events at fpcfw. org/habitat. WHAT: Local housing program for those in need living with HIV/ SAMARITAN AIDS. WHEN: Once a month, first Tuesdays. Individuals and groups are HOUSE needed to take the first Tuesday in December 2015, February 2016, SUPPER June 2016, and August 2016. CLUBS WHERE: Samaritan House, 929 Hemphill St., Fort Worth 76104 AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Adults needed. SERVICE ACTIVITY: Prepare and serve a delicious, nutritious meal for approximately sixty residents at Samaritan House. CONTACT: Robyn Michalove at
[email protected]
NEW MINISTRIES & UPCOMING EVENTS WHAT: The annual Fore the Homeless Golf Tournament raises funds
FORE THE to support the work of the Presbyterian Night Shelter. HOMELESS WHEN: October 19, 2015
WHERE: Mira Vista Country Club AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Adults only. SERVICE ACTIVITIES: Help with registration, hole-in-one witnessing, general set up and overall support CONTACT: Robyn Michalove at
[email protected] or Hayley Herring at the Presbyterian Night Shelter at
[email protected] TOURNAMENT
WHAT: Christmas Toy Store offering shopping experience for underpriviledged families. THE CHRISTMAS WHEN: Saturday, December 12, 2015 WHERE: FPC Gym STORE AGE/ABILITY RESTRICTIONS: Anyone can donate, adult volunteers needed at store. SERVICE ACTIVITIES: Donate items listed on tags hung on a Christmas tree at FPC in November. Items will be included in a Christmas shopping “store” environment for underpriviledged families to shop with a sense of dignity by enabling them to buy gifts for young children (11 and younger). Participants will be those served by First HAND Clothing and Food Pantries, Formula and Diapers Ministry, WOW, Kids Hope, and Rapid Rehousing Mentor Ministry, as well as church members. The cost for parents will be only $5 for the first child and $3 for each additional child, and will buy two toys, a package of socks, package of underwear, a book, and a family game. Volunteer needs during the store will be advertised soon. CONTACT: Mary Kay Roberto at 817.946.1125 or
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