ANGEL TREE:
The Mission Committee sponsors the Christmas Angel Tree each year to benefit three wonderful community partners: St. John’s Home, Liz’s House/Westin Properties and Hope Community. A holiday tree will be set up in the Narthex and decorated with Angel Tree tags that represent a child or teenager who might not otherwise receive any gifts this holiday season. Those who wish to participate select an Angel Tree tag (or two!) which will have information written on it about a child in need (first name, age, gender and gift wishes). After a gift for that child is purchased the gift is returned to the church (with the Angel Tree tag attached to it) and placed under the Angel Tree in the Narthex. Typically the Angels will appear after Thanksgiving.
ICCF - INNER CITY CHRISTIAN FEDERATION:
ICCF exists to provide save, affordable and high quality housing to persons of low and moderate income. Since its formation in 1974 ICCF has been involved in the production or repair of 500 units of housing in our city and region. Our Mission Committee has been exploring ways for Forest Hills Presbyterian Church to become a partner in ICCF's remarkable work.
IN THE IMAGE:
An independent, faith-based, ecumenical, non-profit organization which focuses on linking gently used clothing, housewares, furtniture and appliances with families in need in a manner that enhances dignity, embraces choices, encourages participation and builds a community of diversity. Forest Hills Presbyterian Church holds various opportunities to volunteer our assistance at In The Image. Watch for details to be published about future volunteer opportunities.
OPERATION SANTA CLAUS:
Operation Santa Claus (OSC) is an all-volunteer community charity supported by local schools, churches, and business. OSC has been bringing a complete Christmas to needy families in Forest Hills and the surrounding areas for 51 years. OSC works with ACCESS 6 to make sure they are not duplicating the efforts of other charities as well.
GRACE HUNGER WALK:
For more information log onto www.graceoffice.org
The GRACE Hunger Walk is held each May. Can't walk 3 or 7 1/2 miles? Donate to help feed the hungry or sponsor a walker.
ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING:
This denomination offering is collected during lent each year. The offering supports ministries of disaster response, refugee assistance and resettlement, and community development that help people find safe refuge, start new lives, and work together to strengthen their families and communities. For more information log onto www.pcusa.org/oghs.
NICARAGUA PARTNERSHIP:
We support our presbytery partnership with CEPAD in Nueva Guinea, Nicaragua through our support of our member, Sharon Brinks who participates regularly with this ministry. For more information log onto www.lakemichiganpresbytery.org/nicaragua
A.C.C.E.S.S. 6:
(All County Church Emergency Support System) is an all-volunteer organization of member churches in Ada, Bowne, Caledonia, Cascade, Lowell and Vergennes, committed to assisting individuals and families having financial difficulties in these Southwest Kent County communities. Forest Hills Presbyterian Church collects canned food pantry items for A.C.C.E.S.S. 6 on a monthly basis on the first Sunday of each month. Some suggested items to donate: canned meats, vegetables, fruits, soups, stew and pasta sauces; powdered milk; plastic containers of jelly and peanut butter; boxes of pasta and cereal; pancake mixes, syrup and rice.