Servant Evangelism
Servant Evangelism is our way of romancing the city into a relationship with Christ. We touch people with simple acts of kindness and serving, expecting nothing in return. We offer Servant Evangelism outreaches on a regular basis and also offer First Groups and Small Teams opportunities on a continual basis.
Whether you want to serve as a family, a single, or with a First Group, we have something for everyone! Join in serving others, while having a blast serving our community.
SERVANT EVANGELISM – Serving You…Serving CHRIST
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(616) 531-2100 ext. 116
Current Opportunity
Coming Soon
2010 Upcoming Opportunities
October Power in the Gift
November Thanksgiving Outreach
December Sounds of the Seasons Invitation Outreach, Christmas “Wrap Up” Outreach
*As events approach, details will be provided in the bulletin and video announcements.
FIRST GROUPS/SMALL TEAMS PROJECTS
These are outreaches that can be done with as few as 5-10 volunteers. Opportunities are endless, just to name a few - handing out hot chocolate at a local sledding area, free popcorn at a sporting event, or cold bottled water at a park. We are always looking for new ways to serve our community and we are open for creative ideas. Contact the Servant Evangelism office today to make plans for your First Group/Small Team to go out and make a difference in our community.
TOUCH CARDS
Touch Cards are always available at Resource Center #1 in the Narthex or the church office.
A few ways to use a touch card -
- When leaving a tip (of at least 20%) for your server.
- When driving thru a fast food restaurant and paying for the order the vehicle behind you has placed.
- Attach a candy bar and give to your hairdresser, bank teller, store clerk, etc. to let them know you appreciate them
Remember, touch cards should ALWAYS have something attached and are not to be used as a tract. If you have questions or would like more tips on using Touch Cards, please call the Servant Evangelism office.
Recent Opportunities...
TOTALLY FREE!
We gave away 1,869 boxes of groceries, 2,120 backpacks filled with school supplies and 1,050 fire extinguishers to those in need in our community.
INDEPENDANCE DAY PARADE
We had over 250 volunteers and 100,000 touches with handouts, a kids area and cleanup.
CANDY BLITZ
May 9 we handed out 3,000 bags of candy just to "sweeten someone's day".
SPRING TIME TOUCH
In March we handed out 2,500 bags of jelly bellies.
WYOMING PARK POPCORN
On March 2 Vertical Youth served 247 bags of free popcorn at Wyoming Park Highschool..
TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
February 25, the school hosted a Free Clothing Giveaway. Thanks to the GR1st family the quality and quantity that we were able to donate was tremendous. We had 48 volunteers that assisted in collecting, sorting, bagging, setting up and lending a hand at the event. Thanks again to all those who gave and volunteered.
VALENTINE OUTREACH
February 14, the SLATE gr team went out to the Rivertown Mall and handed out “SWEET TREAT GIFT CARDS”. Simply saying “We want you to know you are loved!”
TAFT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
January 19, we were invited to volunteer at their annual “RIF” – Reading is Fundamental. The kids were so excited!
