BENEVOLENCE COMMUNITY CARE $35,500
We work hard to follow scriptural guidelines for being good stewards of the money entrusted to us. The Benevolence Ministry is based upon Scripture: “Bear one another’s burdens and so fulfill the Law of Christ.”(Galatians 6:2) “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you love one another.” (John 13:3-4) We want to draw people closer to Christ by helping meet their basic financial needs in times of crisis. These disbursements are to be accompanied by, and made in tandem with: evangelism (when applicable), discipleship, and counsel on biblical financial stewardship. Our $35,500 grant toward the Benevolence Fund will provide: •
$15,000 for Counseling
We work with several wonderful counselors in the area. Many from our church and community have received guidance toward healthier relationships and have been given the resources to improve their emotional and spiritual well-being. We also offer financial budget counselors. Creating a personal budget can be a difficult habit to develop. For most people it is reassuring to have someone walk with them through this process. We offer basic budget tools, encouragement, and hope to show people that they are not defined by their financial situation. •
$4,500 for our Car Care Outreach
Four times a year, College Heights offers oil changes and minor car repairs to single parents, the elderly, and those struggling financially. • • •
$10,000 toward housing and utilities $4,000 for food and gas for people in need $1,500 miscellaneous gifts
We also send out teams in the community that adopt the widowed, single parents, and others with long-term needs. Teams of four meet on the third Saturday, for two hours, once a month. They preform basic handyman chores around the house such as yard work, fix a leaky faucet, clean windows, etc. This is a relational ministry making long-term changes in the lives of people.