Missions
COMMUNITY CONNECTION
LAKEVIEW HOPE ACADEMY Don't let the building fool you. Within the walls of this institution of learning are found a 90+ population of children living beneath the poverty level a large populous of whom are homeless. Yet day by day they come to school and do their best under the most trying of circumstances. We have fallen in love with this outstanding Faculty and Staff who work untiringly to not only meet the educational needs but so many other needs of the children and we are forever thankful to the Lord for allowing us to be His hands in answer to their prayers. Things that we do:
If you would like to fill a back pack the average cost is $ 50.00 If you would like to support us in our endeavors monetarily or by supplying items please fill out the contact form below to arrange pick up of packages, mail to 7401 South Pine Street Suite C (no boxes please) or donate through our on line giving AP on the home page. We thank you in advance for your support |
SACK ATTACK
Purposeful Strategic Intentional No one should ever be hungry in a land as full of resources as our. That is not the case. The STONE is fortunate in that we have members who have been on the streets who know first hand that the shelters and food banks can not handle it all, neither do they actually reach into some of the pockets that are less that savory. To this end through the vision of the late Sister Kelli T. Scott, Sack Attack was formed. Packing sack lunches for those who would otherwise go hungry under the current leadership of Sister Tamara Davis we are getting the job done. Hot meals are furnished in the colder months and picnics during the warm months. This labor of love operates 100% on donations. We have see the "fishes and loaves" experience several times as we seek to fulfill God's mandate to feed the hungry. If you would like to help in any way, please fill out the contact form below or donate through the on-line giving button on the home page. * If you would like to go out on these mission encounters with Sack Attack make sure that you have a current food handlers card*
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MOBILE MISSION PACKAGES ( MMP's)
It has been said that the average person is about 3 paydays away from being homeless. While that is a stretch of the facts based on the process the truth is that none of us know when an illness, job termination, or marital situation is going to result in us being in that situation. Society wants to hide them, pretend that they aren't there or worse yet treat them as if they are a mere nuisance to our existence rather than "There for God's Grace goes I". Many also want to pretend that there is not a large population of homeless veterans living among us. That is not the story at the STONE. The Lord has impressed on Pastor and 1st Lady to do something about it in their own way. Pastor has directed us all to be equipped with as he calls them MMP's (Mobile Mission Packets) and Lady Lott never tires of collecting things for her "Love Bags" They are contagious in their never ending work in this area. In addition to the list below, they also collect blankets, hats, scarves, gloves rain ponchos and warm socks for the winter months and inclement weather. If you would like to make a donation to help in their effort please use the contact form below and First Lady will get back with you immediately, or simply donate through the giving button on the home page. Bag Contents Gallon size Ziplock bags chap stick packages of tissues trail mix toothbrush and toothpaste Capri sun comb Water soap crackers hotel size shampoos pack of gum band aids Raman noodles mouthwash Tuna & cracker packets wipes Chicken & crackers Wash cloths Peanut butter cups Hand sanitizers Mints Applesauce cups |
BOOTS ON THE GROUND
Boots on the ground is the STONE's version of a helping hands ministry. They are the ones ready at a moments notice to give aide to the Pastor, First Lady or any other outreach ministry of the church in whatever endeavor is underway to spread the gospel message whether it be driving the van, accompanying the sisters for sack or track attack, providing donuts and coffee short notice, taking care of our senior's lawns or shopping needs. We are the behind the scenes workers who get the job done. We are the gifts of helps personified. Boots on the Ground is made up of all age groups. The only requirement for this department is that you be a member of Cornerstone Community COGIC. |
MISSIONS PROPER
The Lord has blessed us at the STONE to have a Pastor with a heart and mind for Missions. He allows a 5th Sunday Offering for the Missions department. It is from these funds that we are to meed the practical needs of other i.e. rental & utility assistance, and other emergent needs on a case by case basis to those meeting the criteria. Won't you consider helping? To help simply click the online giving button on the home page and specify "Missions"
The Lord has blessed us at the STONE to have a Pastor with a heart and mind for Missions. He allows a 5th Sunday Offering for the Missions department. It is from these funds that we are to meed the practical needs of other i.e. rental & utility assistance, and other emergent needs on a case by case basis to those meeting the criteria. Won't you consider helping? To help simply click the online giving button on the home page and specify "Missions"