Missions News May 2018
Gateway Baptist Church Our mission at Gateway is to equip people to live like disciples at every age and stage of life.
May 2018 Gina McKay, VPC Exec. Director
Last year we had the opportunity to serve 273 clients and show the love of Christ to each one. One encouraging story I thought I could share with you is about a young lady we shall call Meagan. Meagan came to us shortly after learning she and her boyfriend were pregnant. There were many things racing though her mind and she felt alone and overwhelmed with the burden of everyone’s opinion about her situation. Meagan’s boyfriend told her that she had to choose between him and the pregnancy as he was not prepared to be a Dad. On top of the unintended pregnancy, Meagan had recently learned that her Mom had been diagnoses with terminal cancer. Meagan really wasn’t sure if she could handle the loss of her relationship with her boyfriend on top of the impending loss of her Mom. We had an opportunity to provide a place for Meagan, to quiet all the voices and talk through all her options. Ultimately, Meagan decided that she did not have a peace about terminat-
ing the pregnancy. She decided to break things off with her boyfriend and parent the baby. Shortly after, Meagan’s Mom also passed away. We had the opportunity to offer Meagan emotional support around the loss of her relationship with her boyfriend as well as the loss of her Mom. We were also able to bless Meagan with many practical supports in preparing for baby— things like maternity wear, childbirth education classes and helping her gather clothing and baby care items from our Helps Room. Meagan had a beautiful baby girl and named her after her Mom. It has been so incredible to watch her transition into Motherhood and see her little girl so loved. Just the other day Meagan mentioned how blessed she feels to be a Mom and how much joy she finds in caring for her daughter. It is a beautiful thing to see these little ones come into the world and to watch clients like Meagan being shaped by motherhood. Stories like this are made possible by your support of this ministry for which we are so thankful for.!
The Many Roles of the Victoria Pregnancy Centre The Victoria Pregnancy Centre is committed to helping both men and women before, during and after pregnancies. From offering pregnancy tests, to helping with the transition to parenthood to providing maternity wear and various baby equipment, the Centre offers safe, non-judgmental and compassionate support. They also provide a number of free and confidential counselling and support services to their clients. If you are interested in donating to their ministry, they are regularly in need of baby formula, diapers, baby wipes, baby vitamins, clothing from newborn – 3T, maternity clothes and certain types of baby equipment.
Partners 4 Hope The Victoria Pregnancy Centre has created a partnership program called Partners 4 Hope. This program is specially designed for small businesses in our community, who would like to support us in the work that we do in the community. f you are interested in discussing the opportunity of becoming a Partner 4 Hope please call us at: 250–380-6883 or email us at [email protected]
As we look forward to the Spring we are preparing for our Annual Bottles for Hope Campaign which runs from Mother’s Day to Father’s Day. This is a great opportunity for individuals and churches to partner with the Pregnancy Centre in providing financial support for education, counselling and resources to those who are experiencing an unexpected pregnancy. Bottles will be available at Gateway Baptist on May 13 and are returned to church on June 17. All donations over $20 are eligible for a tax receipt. If you would like to donate to our ministry or get in touch with us, please call us at: 250–380-6883 or e-mail us at [email protected] . We are located at #112 – 826 North Park Road, Victoria B.C. V8W 3B4
7 Watoto Choir Host Families Needed! The Missions Committee is looking for 7 GBC families to host members of the Watoto Children’s Choir after the concert on Friday, June 15. Host families will have 1-2 children as well as an adult, who helps care for the children, from the Watoto team stay with them for 1 night. If you have an extra bed or two and are interested in participating in this unique opportunity, please contact Deb Spencer at 250-474 -7594 or [email protected] by May 15.
Volunteers needed for Watoto Children’s Choir Event 3-4 people to help the choir load equipment into the church in the late afternoon on June 15 1-2 people to help at merchandise tables 30 minutes prior to the concert and 60 minutes after 1-2 people to help serve refreshments following the concert 2-3 people to collect a love offering during the concert 3-4 people to help the choir take down and pack up their equipment following the concert Please contact Deb Spencer at [email protected] or 250-474-7594 or if you can help in any of the above ways. Thank you!
May 2018 Gina McKay, VPC Exec. Director
Last year we had the opportunity to serve 273 clients and show the love of Christ to each one. One encouraging story I thought I could share with you is about a young lady we shall call Meagan. Meagan came to us shortly after learning she and her boyfriend were pregnant. There were many things racing though her mind and she felt alone and overwhelmed with the burden of everyone’s opinion about her situation. Meagan’s boyfriend told her that she had to choose between him and the pregnancy as he was not prepared to be a Dad. On top of the unintended pregnancy, Meagan had recently learned that her Mom had been diagnoses with terminal cancer. Meagan really wasn’t sure if she could handle the loss of her relationship with her boyfriend on top of the impending loss of her Mom. We had an opportunity to provide a place for Meagan, to quiet all the voices and talk through all her options. Ultimately, Meagan decided that she did not have a peace about terminat-
ing the pregnancy. She decided to break things off with her boyfriend and parent the baby. Shortly after, Meagan’s Mom also passed away. We had the opportunity to offer Meagan emotional support around the loss of her relationship with her boyfriend as well as the loss of her Mom. We were also able to bless Meagan with many practical supports in preparing for baby— things like maternity wear, childbirth education classes and helping her gather clothing and baby care items from our Helps Room. Meagan had a beautiful baby girl and named her after her Mom. It has been so incredible to watch her transition into Motherhood and see her little girl so loved. Just the other day Meagan mentioned how blessed she feels to be a Mom and how much joy she finds in caring for her daughter. It is a beautiful thing to see these little ones come into the world and to watch clients like Meagan being shaped by motherhood. Stories like this are made possible by your support of this ministry for which we are so thankful for.!
The Many Roles of the Victoria Pregnancy Centre The Victoria Pregnancy Centre is committed to helping both men and women before, during and after pregnancies. From offering pregnancy tests, to helping with the transition to parenthood to providing maternity wear and various baby equipment, the Centre offers safe, non-judgmental and compassionate support. They also provide a number of free and confidential counselling and support services to their clients. If you are interested in donating to their ministry, they are regularly in need of baby formula, diapers, baby wipes, baby vitamins, clothing from newborn – 3T, maternity clothes and certain types of baby equipment.
Partners 4 Hope The Victoria Pregnancy Centre has created a partnership program called Partners 4 Hope. This program is specially designed for small businesses in our community, who would like to support us in the work that we do in the community. f you are interested in discussing the opportunity of becoming a Partner 4 Hope please call us at: 250–380-6883 or email us at [email protected]
As we look forward to the Spring we are preparing for our Annual Bottles for Hope Campaign which runs from Mother’s Day to Father’s Day. This is a great opportunity for individuals and churches to partner with the Pregnancy Centre in providing financial support for education, counselling and resources to those who are experiencing an unexpected pregnancy. Bottles will be available at Gateway Baptist on May 13 and are returned to church on June 17. All donations over $20 are eligible for a tax receipt. If you would like to donate to our ministry or get in touch with us, please call us at: 250–380-6883 or e-mail us at [email protected] . We are located at #112 – 826 North Park Road, Victoria B.C. V8W 3B4
7 Watoto Choir Host Families Needed! The Missions Committee is looking for 7 GBC families to host members of the Watoto Children’s Choir after the concert on Friday, June 15. Host families will have 1-2 children as well as an adult, who helps care for the children, from the Watoto team stay with them for 1 night. If you have an extra bed or two and are interested in participating in this unique opportunity, please contact Deb Spencer at 250-474 -7594 or [email protected] by May 15.
Volunteers needed for Watoto Children’s Choir Event 3-4 people to help the choir load equipment into the church in the late afternoon on June 15 1-2 people to help at merchandise tables 30 minutes prior to the concert and 60 minutes after 1-2 people to help serve refreshments following the concert 2-3 people to collect a love offering during the concert 3-4 people to help the choir take down and pack up their equipment following the concert Please contact Deb Spencer at [email protected] or 250-474-7594 or if you can help in any of the above ways. Thank you!
