Here I Am, Lord... Send Me
For more information on how to get involved with Henderson Settlement, contact: Deb Roy, 248.338.7582 [email protected] Sue Walters, 248.879.6239 [email protected] or Bev Richardson Missions Coordinator [email protected] 248.646.1200 Ext. 3156
Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” and I said,
“Here I Am, Lord... Send Me” Isaiah 6:8
Our Missions Ministry equips disciples of Christ to share God’s love through gifts and service, creating hope and sustainable opportunities for those in need.
The purpose of the First United Methodist Church, Birmingham, is to gather persons into the body of Christ, nurture them as disciples of Jesus Christ, and equip them for ministry and mission in the world. 1589 West Maple Road Birmingham, MI 48009 248.646.1200 fumcbirmingham.org
HERE I AM, LORD, SEND ME
henderson settlement
TEACHING AND MENTORING
BRINGING HOPE
Southeastern Kentucky, home to Henderson Settlement, is one of the poorest areas in the United States. The loss of jobs when the coal mines shut down, lack of medical care, substandard housing, and the isolation of the homes contribute to the problems faced by the people in this region.
Volunteers teach vacation bible school and basic life skills classes such as proper dining etiquette and budgeting.
PROVIDING BASICS We provide funding for youth programs, toiletries, pantry items, sporting goods, clothing and other essential items. Volunteers work in the greenhouse, library, office and food pantry.
Meeting Basic Needs in Appalachia A WITNESS OF CHRIST’S LOVE “This was “the best day ever, the best day of my life!” Paige, one of 38 Henderson youth who participated in “Day to Remember,” when youth ages 10-18 were taught table manners, proper restaurant behavior, ordering from a menu, basic budgeting skills for purchasing clothing, and proper shopping behavior. The day culminated with a shopping trip and lunch at a restaurant. With the help of FUMC, each of the youth received an envelope of money to use for the purchase of a brand new outfit, not one from a thrift store. For many of the youth, this was their first experience eating at a sit-down restaurant and ordering from a menu.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
• Pray for Henderson Settlement, the community and the volunteers • Participate in a Volunteers in Mission trip to Henderson Settlement. • Donate funds to be used toward youth programming at the Settlement
Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” and I said,
“Here I Am, Lord... Send Me” Isaiah 6:8
Our Missions Ministry equips disciples of Christ to share God’s love through gifts and service, creating hope and sustainable opportunities for those in need.
The purpose of the First United Methodist Church, Birmingham, is to gather persons into the body of Christ, nurture them as disciples of Jesus Christ, and equip them for ministry and mission in the world. 1589 West Maple Road Birmingham, MI 48009 248.646.1200 fumcbirmingham.org
HERE I AM, LORD, SEND ME
henderson settlement
TEACHING AND MENTORING
BRINGING HOPE
Southeastern Kentucky, home to Henderson Settlement, is one of the poorest areas in the United States. The loss of jobs when the coal mines shut down, lack of medical care, substandard housing, and the isolation of the homes contribute to the problems faced by the people in this region.
Volunteers teach vacation bible school and basic life skills classes such as proper dining etiquette and budgeting.
PROVIDING BASICS We provide funding for youth programs, toiletries, pantry items, sporting goods, clothing and other essential items. Volunteers work in the greenhouse, library, office and food pantry.
Meeting Basic Needs in Appalachia A WITNESS OF CHRIST’S LOVE “This was “the best day ever, the best day of my life!” Paige, one of 38 Henderson youth who participated in “Day to Remember,” when youth ages 10-18 were taught table manners, proper restaurant behavior, ordering from a menu, basic budgeting skills for purchasing clothing, and proper shopping behavior. The day culminated with a shopping trip and lunch at a restaurant. With the help of FUMC, each of the youth received an envelope of money to use for the purchase of a brand new outfit, not one from a thrift store. For many of the youth, this was their first experience eating at a sit-down restaurant and ordering from a menu.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
• Pray for Henderson Settlement, the community and the volunteers • Participate in a Volunteers in Mission trip to Henderson Settlement. • Donate funds to be used toward youth programming at the Settlement
