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Missions and Outreach are part of our DNA at St. James. We are focused on making disciples for Jesus Christ and helping those in need. We reach out in many ways from hosting international mission teams to serving local non-profits. We even host special mission projects right here on campus. To find a way to be a blessing to others as you have been blessed, contact Brad Sweeney at 501-217-6722 or brad@stjameslr.org.
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you…” Matthew 28:19-20
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you…” Matthew 28:19-20
Serve Locally
FOODBANK OF ARKANSAS
United by a common goal to fight hunger in Arkansas, the Arkansas Foodbank and Arkansas Rice Depot have joined together to better fulfill their shared mission of providing hungry Arkansans with more healthy and nutritious food. Mindful of our roots, the new organization will recognize the successful history and honor the legacy of both entities. Uniting the two organizations creates one that is stronger going forward and better able to serve those in need.
The Arkansas Foodbank is the foundation in the fight against hunger. They find pathways to connect people, resources and food to reach those in need, providing dignity, hope and a brighter future for all Arkansans. Arkansas Foodbank is a member of Feeding America and the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance. Visit their website at www.ArkansasFoodBank.org c.a.l.l. (cHILDREN OF ARKANSAS LOVED FOR A LIFETIME)
Foster care in Pulaski County is in crisis. St. James sponsors children in foster care at Christmas and throughout the year. To learn more about The C.A.L.L. here in Arkansas, visit their website at www.thecallinarkansas.org.
CAMP ALDERSGATE
This tree-shaded United Methodist Camp facility in west Little Rock provides traditional summer camps and weekend respite camps for children with special needs; weekly activities for senior citizens, and summer mission work opportunities for youth and adults. For more information about Camp Aldersgate, visit their website at www.campaldersgate.net.
CANVAS COMMUNITY UMC
The community is a missional United Methodist Church located in downtown Little Rock that specializes in ministry to the poor. Help is needed on Wednesday nights when they offer dinner and a movie to the homeless. For more information about this missional church visit their website at
www.welovelittlerock.org. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Habitat builds low-cost, affordable, quality housing for people who may not otherwise be able to own their own home. St. James contributes financial support and volunteers through the local chapter in Little Rock. For more information about Habitat for Humanity, please visit their website at www.habitatcentralar.org.
LITTLE ROCK COMPASSION CENTER
The Center is an inner-city mission and home to families struggling to get back on their feet after losing everything due to storms, fires, homelessness, and other emergencies. For more information about the Little Rock Compassion Center visit their website at www.lrcompassioncenter.org.
METHODIST family health
This is a residential facility committed to providing extended care to children ages 5-17 with long-standing emotional and/or behavioral problems. St. James contributes toward school supplies and provides gifts at Christmas. Outpatient counseling clinics, therapeutic day school is also available. For more information visit their website at www.methodistfamily.org.
OUR HOUSE
Our House is a shelter and training program for homeless families.
St. James serves meals to 30-50 people once a month and provides monthly financial support. For more information about Our House visit their website at www.ourhouseshelter.org. ST. FRANCIS HOUSE
This is an ecumenical outreach dedicated to feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, easing the suffering of the sick and imprisoned, and responding to the cries of God’s troubled children in Arkansas. St. James contributes monthly for those who can’t get help anywhere else. For more information about this ministry visit their website at http://stfrancishouselr.org.
ROCK OF HOPE
Rock of Hope is a new nonprofit in Little Rock, Arkansas, that is helping homeless people take the steps to get off the streets and move back into society. For more information about Rock of Hope visit their website at https://therockofhope.wordpress.com/.
STONE SOUP
Stone Soup is an United Methodist project that feeds the hungry each Sunday at Quapaw Quarter United Methodist Church in downtown Little Rock. St. James provides the primary source of food, cooking and serving this meal on a regular basis.
WOMEN & CHILDREN FIRST
St. James works with this center against family violence to help those leaving the home get re-established in the community with jobs, housing and providing financial assistance when families need to relocate. For more information visit their website at www.wcfarkansas.org.
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Serve Globally
GUATEMALA MEDICAL/DENTAL/CONSTRUCTION MISSION TRIP
In recent years, we have taken medical/ dental/construction mission trips to Guatemala, serving the rural poor with treatment and Christ's love.
St. James has accumulated many stories and blessings of the lives of Guatemalans and St. James members being changed! We want you to become a part of that blessing with your participation on the trip! We have various fundraisers to help with the cost. This is an inter-generational trip. Participants can be youth age or retired! Lots of experience or no experience. You do not have to know Spanish but should know how to (or want to) love your neighbor! If you would like to go and have any questions please contact trip leaders Sarah Owens sarah@stjameslr.org OR Rev. Greg Schick greg@stjameslr.org. IMPACTO MINISTRIES
St. James is proud to financially support Impacto Ministries in San Juan Lake Atitlan Guatemala as our missional outpost. Impacto is producing incredible amounts of fruit reaching people in the lake area and mountain villages surrounding San Juan. Their impact on families, children, and “abuelitos” (grand parents) is kingdom work in a struggling third world country.
Please visit the website below for more information: https://impactoministry.com |
Church Mission Programs
Missions, outreach, and sharing
is the work of each local church. As a partner of the Holy Spirit, we are called to go out and be the church. Here are some ways you can be the church with your hands and feet, voice, gifts and time! Question 0
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CANVAS COMMUNITY
This community is a missional United Methodist Church located in downtown Little Rock specializing in ministry to the unchurched. It is a relief, outreach and empowerment ministry. Servant leadership is needed on Wednesday nights when they offer dinner and a movie.
STONE SOUP
Stone Soup is an United Methodist project that feeds the hungry each Sunday at Quapaw Quarter United Methodist Church in downtown Little Rock. St. James is its food source every week and St. James Sunday School classes and other small groups also cook and serve the meal on the fourth Sunday in Jan., Mar., May, July, Sept., & Nov.
UNDER THE BRIDGE
Downtown Little Rock, St. Andrew UMC, & Canvas Community UMC
This ecumenical effort feeds the homeless & hungry in Little Rock. St. James participates on the 1st and 2nd Monday of each month. Volunteers prepare a meal and sack lunches, then distribute the food at these two locations providing a meal and fellowship. Clothes and other items are passed out seasonally. CARE BAGS
St. James Care Bags are a non-cash way to extend Christ’s love to the needy. These bags, filled with water & healthy snacks are prepared by volunteers. Members are encouraged to pick them up in the Faith Works Center (outside the Sanctuary) and keep them in their car to give to needy individuals they encounter.
FAMILY PROMISE OF PULASKI COUNTY
This local agency coordinates housing, meals, job training and child care for homeless families striving toward a stable home life. St. James hosts families for one week each quarter. Members provide morning and evening meals, fellowship and overnight housing at the church.
OUR HOUSE
This is a shelter and training program for homeless families.
St. James Sunday School classes and other small groups also cook and serve an evening meal on the second Monday of each month and our Share Fund provides ongoing financial support. SACK HUNGER
St. James provides a food pantry for those who come to the church needing assistance to feed their families. Members are encouraged to pick up one of the “Sack Hunger” bags and fill them with non-perishable food items
FOSTER CARE OF PULASKI COUNTY
St. James’ families participate in our “Angel Tree” to graciously provide children in foster care with Christmas gifts. Members also participate in back-to-school drives and other giving programs.
METHODIST BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL & FAMILY HEALTH
This residential facility is committed to providing extended care to children ages 5-17 with long-standing emotional and/or behavioral problems. St. James contributes toward school supplies and provides gifts at Christmas.
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