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Service Ministry -
One of the greatest manifestations of God’s love is to reach out to individuals and families within our church, community and across the world. The Arms Ministry provides support through Compassion, Fellowship and Service.
As we
continue to be obedient to the word of God, we encourage each of you to
join us in this mission. God wants us to use our spiritual gifts to show
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Members
of the Arms Ministry have been Called to Serve
and are committed to Glorifying God through
our Service.
Individual and family volunteer
opportunities are available throughout the year. You will be truly
blessed because of your sacrifice and service.
Therefore, as God’s chosen people,
holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness,
humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12
Monica Glenn
Arms Ministry Director
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Donations
Antioch Arms is on a mission for our Lord
and Savior Jesus Christ to share the love of Jesus and to help give to those in
need. One of the ways we do this is by sharing our blessings with people who
have been through difficult circumstances. The hurting, lost, homeless, hungry,
elderly, etc…
Donations are shared throughout the year
with various organizations, shelters, churches, communities, schools, and
families in our area and across the world.
If you
have donations to drop off, even when events are not being publicized,
please put them in the Antioch Arms Basket. The brown wicker basket will be in
the main entrance on Sunday mornings. There will also be a labeled
donation box located at 2020 Post Oak.
If your donations are larger in size or for a list of organizations we serve, contact Monica Glenn at: mglenn@godsgotablessing.com
Acceptable
Donations:
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Gently Worn / New Clothing, Hotel Toiletries
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Art Supplies, Games, Christian Videos / CDs,
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Coats, Shoes, Socks, Gloves, Hats, Books
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Blankets, Infant Car Seats, Fans, Furniture,
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School Supplies, Non-Perishable Food items
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Personal Care items for Men, Women, Children
Every man according as he purposeth in his
heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a
cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7
JOIN THE ARMS MINISTRY!
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As
a New Year begins, The Antioch Arms Ministry is
beginning a New Year of Service. The members of the Arms Ministry have been Called to Serve and are committed to Glorifying God through our Service. |
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN
SOMEONE’S LIFE!
If you know that helping others is your gift, then use your talents and Join the Antioch Arms Ministry,.
Individual and family volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year.
Pray about how the Lord would like for you to Serve Him and Glorify His Name. You will truly be blessed because of your sacrifice and service.
All that it takes is a Heart
to Serve.
Arms Meeting 2009 Calendar
February 7, 2009
April 4, 2009
June 6, 2009
August 1, 2009
October 3, 2009
December 5, 2009
Meetings
Begin @ 9:00 AM.
Location and times may be subject to change.
in many expressions of Thanks to God. 2 Corinthians 9:12. .
We serve the following churches and
organizations:
Genesis Women’s Shelter in Dallas
University Behavioral Hospital in Denton
Helping Hands Shoe Bank in Lewisville
Shoes for Orphan Souls in Dallas
Lake Cities Spirit of Christmas
Christian Community Action in Lewisville
Denton County Friends of the Family
Vintage Retirement Community in Denton
Salvation Army in Denton and Dallas
Goodwill in Denton
Lake Cities United Methodist Church
Friends of the Family Thrift Store
Antioch Members
Lake Cities Community
Ruth’s Room in Denton
Nelson’s Children’s Center in Denton
Volunteer Opportunities Available Throughout The Year:
Visit with ill members at home or in the hospital
Provide food to an area food pantry
Adopt
and fellowship with elderly saints at the Vintage Retirement Community
Send
cards and cookies for those who are often forgotten during the holidays
Deliver cards or made phone call to members
Share gifts
of love to ill members to let others know we care.
Provide
personal care items to men, women and children who are rejoining the work
force, going to summer camp or needed to feel uplifted
Donate arts supplies to children in art therapy class
Donate
and organize back to school supplies drive for children in need
Feed and clothe the homeless
Bring meals
to those in need within our church and in our community
Individual and family opportunities are always available.
Pray about how the Lord would like for you to Serve Him and Glorify His Name.
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Lunch service begins at 11:00 AM thru 1:00 PM.
EVENT PHOTOS
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Salvation Army in Denton
The Arms Ministry is hosted an “Afternoon at the Movies” with the residents at the Salvation Army in Denton,
Reverend Woods was our speaker of the hour.
Youth and Adults volunteered to make this event a success.
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Address:
1508 E. McKinney St.
Denton TX 76209
(940) 566- 3800
“All AGES WELCOME TO
VOLUNTEER”
Christian
Community Action - Lewisville
Antioch's Youth and Adults are scheduled
to assist CCA on the following dates:
Saturday February 28, 2009 -
Warehouse Inventory Worker - Time to be announced
Saturday, July 11, 2009 - Warehouse
Inventory Worker - 11:00 AM
Saturday, August 15, 2009 - Antioch
In Touch Group Time: Time to be announced
Monday, November 23, 2009 -
Thanksgiving Shopper - 6:00 PM
Saturday, December 19, 2009 -
Christmas Toy Shopper at 9:00 AM
Description of Duties:
The volunteer will be organizing, sorting and
pricing canned goods or stocking the pantry shelves.
Address:
200 South Mill Street
Lewisville, TX 75057
972.219.4307
These two opportunities are a great
way for the entire family to serve the needs of those less fortunate.
This is also a great way to earn
volunteer hours for high school and current college students applying
for scholarships.
“YOUTH VOLUNTEERS AGES 5 AND
OVER and Adults Welcome”
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2009 Back to School
Supply Drive Dates to be Announced
Supplies that will be
collected:
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Backpacks, Scissors, Markers, Crayons, Construction/Manila Paper, Paint,
Wide Rule Notebook Paper, Rulers, Pens, Pencils, Spiral Notebooks, Glue,
Tissues, Binders, etc.
Coordinating our support with other local
churches and businesses helped to benefit children in need and our
community. Every donation counts.
4601 I-35 N.
Denton, TX 76207
We will meet every 4th Saturday
of each month. November and December visits will be held on the 3rd
Saturday. All start times will be at 1:30 PM.
The Arms events photographer is Terry Houston. His
photos shown below.
If you want to
Invest in a child's life and make an Impact in
the community, Join the Arms Ministry.
A Servants Heart is all that is needed.
Monica Glenn
Arms Ministry
Event Photos
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Vintage Retirement Community in
205 N. Bonnie Brae St.
Denton, TX 76201
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Saturday, May 3,
2008
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Saturday, October
11, 2008
Program begins at 1:45 PM
We need everyone’s support with these events.
Helpful
Links:
Lake Cities Spirit of Christmas:
http://www.spiritofchristmasfr.org/
Friends of the
Vintage Retirement
Community in
http://www.scc-texas.com/index.cfm?menuitemid=302
Salvation Army in
http://www.salvationarmydfw.org/
Goodwill in
http://www.goodwill.org/page/guest/about
Children’s
CASA:
Lake Cities United
http://www.lakecitiesumc.org/page/page/893826.htm
Friends of the Family Thrift Store: http://www.charityadvantage.com/Denton_County_Friends_of_tVTNXTO/FamilyThriftShop.asp
Ruth’s Room:
Nelson’s
http://www.nelsonchildrenscenter.org/index.htm
Habitat for Humanity
in
Covenant Fellowship
Church Angel Food Pantry Ministries:
Christian Community
Action in
Department of Family and Protective Services: http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Default.asp
North Texas Food
Bank:
Interfaith Ministries
of Denton, Inc:
Day Stay for Adults:
Pictures from Service Events
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Valentines Day at
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Fellowship with Senior Saints at the Vintage
Retirement Community |
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Career and Educational Outreach Program. Serving the Salvation Army in Denton and CCA in Lewisville. |
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