A
note from Pastor Dean |
Jesus said,
“By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if
you have love for one another” (John 13:35).
We are living in an era of time where the
church is being dismissed as an institution that is either
too rigid or out of touch or driven by numbers. Unfortunately,
this critique is far too often deserved. The distinctive
that Jesus said would distinguish us apart from others (love)
is so desperately needed. That is one reason why we are initiating
a comprehensive effort inviting you to participate in our
KBC Mercy Ministries. This vehicle is being constructed to
expand our span of care to one another using whatever gifts
and talents and passions the Lord has blessed us with.
We are of the conviction that as our community
comes to see our church as a place that truly fleshes out what
it means to “love one another” that it will be incredibly attractive.
As others are drawn to taste the KBC experience, our prayer
will be that they find it to be a place that is authentic,
real, and clearly displays love, one for another in tangible
ways. Our hope is that they will come to see that we not only
love in word or talk but (also) in deed and in truth (1 John 3:18).
Our primary motive, however, in developing
KBC Mercy Ministries is to cause changed lives that bring God
much glory. Please consider where you might desire to serve
and return this form to the Main Office. Our Mercy Ministry
team will do all they can to contact you, thank you and seek
to use you “in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing
to him, bearing fruit in every good work” (Colossians 1:10).
Coram DEO (before the face of God),
Pastor Dean |
This is a beginning list of the variety of ways that each of us
can engage in acts of mercy within the KBC family. Some are existing
ministries in need of additional gifted people, and others are brand
new ministries at KBC. As the whole ministry grows, we may identify
other needs we will be able to serve.
Please let us know which of these ministry opportunities strikes
a chord with your heart and also let us know how to contact you.
Call Pastor Jim at 262-652-4507 or email
MercyMinistries@kenoshabible.org,
or click for a printable
Mercy Ministries sign-up form.
Intensive Care Ministries
Stephen Ministries
A Christian care-giving program for people going through difficult
times as a result of crisis or tragedy. This is one-on-one care
and requires application for the
program and 50 hours of initial training as well as ongoing training
and supervision.
Celebrate Recovery
A Christian, group-based program for people dealing with “hurts,
hang-ups, and habits” such as addictions, codependency, abuse,
and mental health disorders. An application
and training is required and there is also a need for support through worship teams and
kitchen help.
Ongoing Ministries
Prayer Team
E-mail prayer chain; teams to pray in person for those in serious
life circumstances; teams to pray during worship services.
Meals
Prepare meals for families following medical procedures or family emergencies.
Transportation
Help people who are not able to drive to hospital or medical
procedures, or for urgent errands.
Visitation
Visit people in the hospital, at home, nursing homes, etc. Training
will be provided.
Home Care
Assist those who are unable with light housekeeping chores; childcare
in emergency circumstances.
Specialized Care
Moving Ministry
Load and unload trucks (we don’t pack boxes).
Emergency Response Team
Assist people after disasters such as fire, floods, wind damage, etc.
Financial Management Training
Teach people individually and in groups how to manage family
finances. Training is required.
Tutoring
Assist students who need specific help (tutors may indicate
subject and grade level preferences).
Funeral support
Serve at luncheons following funerals, bake cakes, set-up and
take down
tables/chairs.
Follow-Up Care
Correspondence
Sending of notes and cards of encouragement to those with personal
needs or those to whom we need to extend a touch. Training
will be provided.
Phone Calling
Follow up calls to those with personal needs or those to whom
we need to extend a touch. Training
will be provided.
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