Stepping Out Newsletter
Serving our Communities (Fall Issue)
Faith Journey Monthly Outreach Newsletter is designed to communicate ways of reaching out to our communities through service to show God’s love to those in need. These are great opportunities for Faith Journey groups to be involved and to serve together.
"And I keep praying that this faith we hold in common keeps showing up in the good things we do, that people will recognize Christ in all of it." Philemon 1:6
It is the month of giving thanks…how can you and I step out and share the blessings God has given us? Make a list of five to ten ways where you feel blessed by God in your life. Post the list where you can see it every day. Ask God to reveal opportunities where you can share your blessings with others.
There are many opportunities in our community to “share our blessings.“ Each month we will highlight a local ministry that we can be praying for and serving. Keep your heart open to what the Lord is doing in your community and pray to see how God would have you get involved.
Ministry Highlight this Month- Power House Ministries
Powerhouse Ministries is a non-profit organization bringing hope and healing to the local community of Folsom, helping over 1,000 people each year. It is a Christian Community Group that offers a range of programs from women and men’s support groups, teen and children’s ministry programs, a Drop-in center and much more.
Contact info:
Nancy Atchley Executive Director
916-983-0658
311 Market Street, Folsom, CA
http://powerhouse-ministries.ivolunteer.com
Testimonial-Power House Women's Gathering
“Back in January I was asked to be a part of a team that went into Power House Ministries on Tuesday mornings to help with a woman’s group focused on the ladies in the PH Transition Center. I had no idea the impact that this journey would have on me. I would like to think that I am the one helping these ladies but to be honest they have put my life in perspective. We have now invited ladies from the area surrounding Power House and each week we see new faces drop in for a warm meal and a time to be in God’s word. We have been blessed to have different groups come in each week and provide food. If your bible study/women’s group would like to help us out please contact me at jenniferderner@comcast.net or call me at (916)320-4361.”
Three great ways to involve your Faith Journey groups in community needs this Holiday season...
Powerhouse Ministries Christmas Mall
The Powerhouse Christmas Mall will be hosted on December 7th by First Covenant Church in Rancho Cordova. This is an opportunity for our neighborhood families that are in need to come and enjoy a warm holiday brunch, go shopping in one or more of the stocked 7 stores, enjoy a time at the salon (haircuts, facials, manicures, massages and more). Also there will be a gift-wrap station so all the presents that are picked out can go home complete with a bow!
They need your help in purchasing new items that go into these stores. (see the wish list at the bottom of this Outreach Newsletter Each person, regardless of age, will receive a $50 gift certificate to go shopping. This is an amazing event and they hope our bible study group and others will partner up to help others in need.
Contact: Tom Carden, Powerhouse Ministries
916-983-0658 x203
Folsom Lake High School
Folsom Lake High School
Gift card collection; FLHS uses gift cards as motivators for their students. Josh Levine, youth pastor at Power House Ministries, uses them for building relationships with students though lunch time activities and contests. Consider donating gift cards! (examples: Jamba Juice, Starbucks, Target). Cards can be dropped off at the school office on Riley St. or to Josh Levine at Powerhouse Ministries.
Contact: Josh Levine
Prison Fellowship Angel Tree
Project Angel Tree is wrapping up. However, they still have over 250 unassigned children to collect Christmas gifts for in the greater Sacramento area. Please help them get the word out to local churches, ministries and individuals that might be interested in purchasing, wrapping and delivering gifts. Your group might consider adopting some kids in need this Christmas.
Contact Rick Atchley:
Friends of Mercy Luncheon
Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013 California Mercy Ministries Home 1896 McClain Dr. Lincoln, CA 95648 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM, Guest Speakers
Mercy Ticket price: $10 per person.
Contact: Stephanie Vierstra, local volunteer coordinator
Website: http://www.mercyministries.org/
Location: 1896 McClain Drive, Lincoln, CA
Phone: 916-644-9600 .4024
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MercyMin?ref=br_tf
Prison Fellowship Meeting
Tuesday, November 19th, the hope it to encourage volunteers to join established Ministry teams and fill in much needed ministry opportunities throughout the great Sacramento area at Old Folsom, Folsom Women's Facility, California State Prison, Salono and Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center.
Contact: Rick Atchley, Powerhouse Ministries richard_atchley@pfm.org
Tuesday, Nov 19, 2013, 06:30 PM
Power House Ministries
Twin Lakes Food Bank
Are you looking for a great way to involve your kids in helping provide food for the hungry?
"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in." Matthew 25:35
We are looking for tutors/mentors for high school students at Folsom Lake Continuation School
Do you have one hour a week to come alongside at-risk students and help them in school and be a positive voice in their life?
For more information and how you can be involved contact, Salwa Kasabian elswaify@yahoo.com
Community Care
We are looking for someone to write cards of support and encouragement for those suffering from tragedy and loss. As these needs arise, you would write a card on behalf of all Faith Journey groups to let them know we are praying and thinking of them during a difficult time.
If you are interested, please contact Lynn Bell,
About FJBS
Faith Journey Bible Studies transform communities by multiplying women’s neighborhood study groups, identifying and equipping women leaders, serving our communities, participating in gospel advancements, and promoting church unity.
Email: lisa@faithjourneybiblestudies.com
Website: http://faithjourneybiblestudies.com/
Location: Folsom,CA
Phone: 916-224-3565
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Faith-Journey-Bible-Studies/117017428313287
Twitter: @faith_journey