Mission News

Help Us Fill a P.O.D.S. Unit

Website Editor — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 21:10:30 GMT

HRBC joins CARITAS Furniture Bank to expand the ministry of sharing. We are inviting you to use the following dates to donate household items for our ministry partners. Items will be shared through CARITAS Furniture Bank & the Clinic.

	AUGUST 19-26	OCTOBER 3-8
	Furniture
	Household Items	Household Items
	Clothes for The Clinic
		Extras
	Extras	Toiletries
	Cleaning Supplies

Donating is easy as 1-2-3!
1. Bring your items to the church weekdays between 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
2. Bring your items before or after worship/Bible study on Sunday or Wednesday.
3. Sign-up to have larger furniture items picked up on a Saturday or Sunday. Contact Jeff Allen to get on the schedule. (794-6305 or logliving4@verizon.net )

Furniture Items Accepted Household Items Accepted Items NOT Accepted

Mattresses (all sizes) Rugs Garbage bags filled w/misc items

Bed Frames (all sizes) Pots and Pans Mirrors or items with mirrors

Dressers Bed Linens Desks

Sofas/Loveseats Lamps Patio Furniture

Dining Tables/ Chairs Bath Towels
Large Appliances

Dishes/Flatware Headboards w/o Frames

Vacuums

Camp Alkulana Expands Offerings!

HRBC Missions Editor — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 20:54:11 GMT

In the past, it's been a summer camp for inner-city kids. Now they're offering a retreat option for adults, youth groups, meeting groups, team building, relaxation. They have a nice house for groups to use.....

If you are interested in using the Camp's facilities, contact Beth Wright at campalkulana@gmail.com

BE.LOVE.SERVE. - Summer Edition Photos

Website Editor — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:53:17 GMT

Have fun looking at all the great photos from our experiences on mission!!

Be Love Serve Summer Edition Update

HRBC Staff — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 21:01:38 GMT

This Tuesday marked week 2 of Be. Love. Serve. Summer Edition. One group wrote encouraging notes to HRBC youth who will travel to Alpine Adventures next week. They also delivered a prayer shawl and participated in a sing-along at Morningside. The second group spent some time with another local mission partner at the African Christian Community Church. Everyone returned tired but grateful for a good day of ministry in our community.

So how is this ministry impacting those who are participating? Here’s a recent challenge from Wilton Johns to his Sunday School Class after his experience last week: “This morning I am tired, but happy. I spent last night with four wonderful ladies at BLS SE. The five of us, none of whom I can ever remember talking with, took a trip over to a group home for mentally disabled adults to share dessert and play Bingo. The residents had a great time and were excited and appreciative of our visit, but I think mostly appreciative of our time. The Bingo was fun, the dessert was great, the experience was awesome. We, the five from HRBC, were blessed by giving of our time and ourselves JUST BECAUSE (oh, and also because that is what we are called to do). I was blessed by spending time with four members of the Healing Hearts group that chose to get out of their comfort zone. Now, this part is a challenge...look at the rest of the Be Love Serve opportunities for the summer. Come get involved DOING something in our community. I would have loved to have some young people...children...or teens...or twenties...or thirties with me to share the time. Folks, this is an opportunity to get out and show God's love. Look into it. Maybe I will see you there.”

So, have you signed up yet? If not, click here.

Check out pictures from our experiences on mission. Click here.

Summer 2010 Giving Opportunities

HRBC Staff — Mon, 10 May 2010 17:25:02 GMT

The Mission Strategy Team received so much positive feedback from the Holiday Gift Giving List last winter that we have compiled a “Summer Giving List.” Included on this list are opportunities to give from backpacks to furniture collection to first Sunday food offering specifics. Please click here to take a look at the list and join with your Sunday School class or family to adopt a project or two!

Haiti Mission Teams Needed

HRBC Staff — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 19:29:17 GMT

The Virginia Baptist Mission Board has made us aware of the following opportunities:

"We are currently searching to fill two initial construction teams to serve in Haiti. Here are the details for these two teams as we have them now. Other teams with other partners will be coming as the week’s progress.

Current work is some demolition and brick work. We will also attempt to send a medical team at the same time. Work is strenuous.
Volunteers must be in great health. Air is not great with a lot of dust. Immunizations are highly recommended. (Tetanus, Hep A & B, typhoid, H1N1, anti-malarial)
Sleeping is in tents. Three simple meals per day with a power bar or something similar for breaks. Clean water and electricity 24/7.
Working in partnership with the American Baptist Churches and the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.
Cost is approximately $900 (airfare + hotel in Miami) + $300 (in country costs) + $27 exit fee = $1,227

Team 1 (10 participants) – Depart April 30 (overnight in Miami). Arrive in Haiti May 1 and return May 8.

Team 2 (10 participants) – Depart May 7 (overnight in Miami). Arrive in Haiti May 8 and return May 15.

Please contact Jeannette Hildebrand (jeannette.hildebrand@vbmb.org) if you are interested or Nichole Bulls (nichole.bulls@vbmb.org) if you have additional questions."

June Mission and Conference Combined Opportunity

HRBC Staff — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 19:12:50 GMT

June 23-26 marks a unique opportunity for you to engage in mission and in spiritual nourishment. We will travel to Charlotte, N.C. to spend approximately two days with our mission partners at Hyaets and two days as part of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF) General Assembly. As part of the conference, you will have an opportunity to attend breakout sessions to help you discover your passions and be a part of transforming worship experiences. Attached to the CBF meeting is the Essentials Conference which includes a number of breakout sessions with specific topics to equip you to do the things God has called you to do. During some of the non-conference time, we will work with our Hyaets ministry partners in Enderly Park.

This event is open to individuals as well as families. Click here to see a cost guide. Complete this form and a check for your $50 deposit and return them in a blue "Event Registration" envelope to secure your space. Hotel rooms are limited so the sooner you sign up, the better! Please contact Melissa Fallen for more information.

HRBC to Host Disaster Relief Training May 15, 2010

Website Editor — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:17:30 GMT

There is never enough warning time when disaster strikes. Hurricanes, earthquakes, fire, floods, whatever the disaster, it arrives unexpectedly and with very little preparation time. Virginia Baptists are involved in disaster relief to help in these times of need. Every spring, training is offered in several locations around Virginia to help us prepare to meet these needs. On May 15 at HRBC, training will be offered in:

*Feeding Unit (preparing and serving meals at the disaster site)

* Recovery (clean up of all types, mud, trees and brush)

*Temporary Child Care (minimum age 18 years and background check required)
We are never too old to play with a child or rock a baby.

The cost of the training is $15.00 which includes all printed materials, an official disaster relief hat, t-shirt, and badge as well as lunch. The schedule for the day is as follows:

9am-10am: Registration
10am-Noon: Introduction to VA Baptist Disaster Relief
12pm-1pm: Lunch
1pm-3:30pm: Breakout Sessions (participants select one breakout session)

You may register through the church office or by contacting Jeannette Hildebrand (Jeannette.hildebrand@vbmb.org or 804.915.5000) at the Virginia Baptist Resource Center. To see more about Virginia Baptist Mission Board Disaster Relief you can go to: http://www.vbmb.org/glocalmissions/disaster.htm. Please contact Gayle Bradley (gaylebradley1@comcast.net) if you have additional questions.

Hyaets Clubhouse Update Team #8

Website Editor — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 19:59:43 GMT

Team #8 consisted of Steve Finch, Dwayne & Jeanette Gibson, Alan & Laura Fowler, Debbie Stone and Julie Carr. When that kind of talent and energy arrive on the scene, you know a lot will be accomplished. And that is exactly what happened!
Exterior siding is now finished thanks to the expertise of team Gibson climbing the ladders. Steve & Laura provided the knowledge to make the perfect angled cuts while toting and fetching the needed tools for the ladder dwellers. It didn't take this group long to function like a well-oiled machine.
While things were running smooth on the outside, Debbie & Julie found themselves working with drywall mud, caulking guns and tile grout. Seems they were always mixing, squirting and spreading something. Needless to say the fingernails will never be the same.
Alan proved his detective skills! For most of Saturday we saw just the bottoms of his shoes hanging out of the attic while he hunted for a missing wire to the bathroom light. By the end of the weekend, he solved electrical mysteries, installed fixtures & fans and completed all electric projects on the list.

Click here to see photos of their work and the continued progress on the clubhouse.

Owsley County, Kentucky May 2010 Mission

HRBC Staff — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 14:05:11 GMT

Our first HRBC mission experience to our new partners in Owsley County, Kentucky is May 15-22. The mission will be tailored to the gifts that team members bring to the experience. We have opportunity to work with the food pantry, clothes closet, home repair, and other local ministries. Owsley County is one of the twenty poorest counties in the U.S. so the opportunities for ministry are endless. Please see Jill Hardin (jillrhardin@gmail.com) for more information and to sign up with your $50 deposit by April 15. The total cost for the experience is $180.

Staff-led Mission Experience

HRBC Staff — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 03:03:58 GMT

The HRBC staff and several congregation members began their mission at the African Christian Community Church (ACCC) on Monday, February 22. The tasks for the three days include:

painting two rooms
removing very old hardware and installing new door knobs
unpacking and organizing a LOT of donated children's books
organizing, rewiring, and revamping the computer lab
installing a water cooler
removing several unwanted pieces of furniture from the site

Click here to view pictures from the fun!

The ACCC is a relatively new partnership of the Richmond Baptist Association (RBA). Pastor Calvin Birch and his congregation primarily reach out to African immigrants who have settled in the area. In addition to their regular worship time, they also provide very needed ministry within the community, particularly for children through an after-school program.

Packaging Meals for Haiti - Rescheduled

HRBC Staff — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:07:38 GMT

A New Opportunity to Offer Your Time to Help in Haiti Relief

Virginia Baptists will join with Richmond-area Methodists to package 142,000 meals on April 6 and 7, through Stop Hunger Now (SHN). SHN is the organization that Virginia Baptists have partnered with on many occasions, including our recent annual meeting in November. They have a reliable partner on the ground in Haiti and have sent over 6 million meals there over the past several years.

Virginia Baptists have been asked to provide 40 – 50 volunteers for each of the packaging time periods. All volunteers must register in advance for a scheduled time period. You may do so by emailing Jeannette Hildebrand or by calling 800.255.2428, ext. 7260.

Get Stop Hunger Now event details.

Response to the Crisis in Haiti

HRBC Staff — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:25:58 GMT

Click here to read about how HRBC responded with medical supplies for our missionary contacts in Haiti.

Listed below are many of our ministry partners who are at work caring for the people of Haiti in the name of Jesus Christ.

Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Response - How You Can Help

In the aftermath of the devastating 7.0 earthquake in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship has launched its response, which will be largely coordinated through CBF field personnel Nancy and Steve James, who serve in the country and are traveling to Port-au-Prince to assess how CBF can respond.

Both medical professionals, the Jameses are bringing emergency medical supplies with them and plan to establish a staging area from which the Fellowship’s response will be channeled. Daniel Vestal, CBF Coordinator, encourages individuals to respond in four ways where you can help:

• First you can pray: Prayer requests will be updated regularly. CBF is updating prayer requests from Haiti at: http://www.thefellowship.info/Pray

• Second you can give: Your gift will go to earthquake relief. Give to CBF online at http://www.thefellowship.info. You can also give through HRBC, and we will send along your offering directly to the disaster relief efforts of both the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship and the International Mission Board unless otherwise directed.

• Third, you can get involved: If you want to help directly with response efforts, please let CBF know your skills and experience. CBF is building a disaster response team and an application is available at http://www.thefellowship.info/Disaster-Response-Application

• Fourth, you can stay connected: Read the latest news release, updates on the CBF blog, and connect through CBF's Haiti ministry network's Ning site: http://fellowshipportal.ning.com/group/haitipartnersforchrist.

You can also click here to view CBF Coordinator, Daniel Vestal's, message about the crisis in Haiti.

International Mission Board Response - How You Can Help

The International Mission Board is also very involved in the disaster relief efforts in Haiti. You can follow the IMB link to see and read more about the IMB's response and ways you can personally be involved: www.imb.org

Video message from IMB missionary in Haiti
Watch a video message from Mark Rutledge, IMB missionary to the Haitians, who traveled with a media team into Haiti following last week’s quake.

IMB missionaries, Dominican Baptists provide aid, counseling to quake survivors
As Southern Baptist disaster relief officials were heading to Haiti Jan. 19 to assess needs, IMB missionaries in neighboring Dominican Republic were providing immediate relief supplies, medical aid and spiritual counseling to survivors of the earthquake that rocked Haiti the week before. “We have asked almost all of our IMB missionaries in the Dominican Republic to set the majority of their other work aside and focus on the Haiti response,” said Adam Hammond, the IMB’s strategy leader for Central America and the Caribbean.

Haitian congregation perseveres after loss of four church leaders
A few dozen families from Shiloh Baptist Church in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, are living under a tarp attached to what’s left of their church building. They lost their pastor and three other leaders in the Jan. 12 earthquake. Out of 2,000 members, they can account for only about 100 so far. “We don’t know where our future leaders will come from,” said one member. But those gathered under the tarp are holding services every day.

Read more on the death of a leading Haitian Baptist pastor in Port-au-Prince.

Give to Haiti relief
Financial contributions for the Haiti relief efforts can be sent through the IMB’s Haiti Response Fund or through gobgr.org. As mentioned above, all contributions to HRBC will divide evenly between CBF and IMB.

Contributions to the IMB will go 100 percent toward relief efforts. Baptist Global Response (BGR) is a Southern Baptist relief and development organization working with other Southern Baptist entities to coordinate disaster relief efforts.

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Vast need for short-term volunteers helping Haiti
Southern Baptists interested in volunteering in the Haiti relief effort — in medical care or other ways — are urged to send an e-mail to haitiresponse@imb.org. Indicate your name and contact information, what skills you have and when you are available. Southern Baptists interested in donating supplies or offering other assistance also can send an e-mail to this address.

Pray
Ways to pray for Haiti
Find ways to pray for the people of Haiti and those who are helping provide relief and counseling:

CompassionNet: Watch for daily prayer updates.

Twitter: To watch for latest updates from Haiti follow @IMBconnecting.Use #haitiprayer for your updates and prayers.

Blog: Join those adding their prayers to the IMB Prayer Director blog.

Baptist World Alliance Response

Click on the following link to learn more about what Baptist World Aid, the relief and development arm of the Baptist World Alliance is doing in Haiti: www.bwanet.org

Virginia Baptist Mission Board Response

Click on the following link to learn more about what Virginia Baptists are doing to support disaster relief efforts: www.vbmb.org

You can also assist in packaging meals for Haiti through the Virginia Baptist Mission Board. Please click here for more details.

Medical Supplies Headed for Haiti

HRBC Staff — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 02:39:12 GMT

Over the last few days, HRBC responded to the request from Haitian missionaries for medical supplies. From Thursday to Sunday, many medical supplies were delivered to the church. On Monday, January 25, children and families gathered in the gym to sort, pack, and pray over these items. After everything was assembled, ten large boxes were shipped off to Florida for delivery to Haiti. Thanks to the individuals and Sunday School classes who stepped up to meet tangible needs for our brothers and sisters in Haiti. Thanks also to our children and families for offering their day off from school to assemble these items and forward them to their destination. Click here to view the pictures from the day.

We continue to pray now for God to use and multiply these supplies to provide the care needed in this devastated community.

Staff-Led Mission Experience

HRBC Staff — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 02:36:19 GMT

The HRBC ministerial staff seeks ways individually, professionally, and collectively to live out our theme this year: Be. Love. Serve. Repeat. On February 22-24, the staff will SERVE at the Richmond Baptist Association (RBA)—African Christian Community Church “Liberian Partnership.” This newly formed partnership of the RBA is a ministry to many African immigrants living in the Richmond area, and it is housed on the Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church campus on Dumbarton Road. Our tasks for the three days include organizing their children’s library, getting their computer lab up and running, light handyman work, and painting. If you would like to join the staff on any or all days of this mission, please contact Melissa Fallen for more details. If you are able to donate bookshelves, computers, or printers to help with this mission, please also contact Melissa.

A Look at Owsley County, Kentucky

Website Editor — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:59:54 GMT

We often forget that southwest Virginia is bordered by Kentucky. It's not far from this border that you find Booneville and Owsley County. This area was identified by the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF) as one of the 20 poorest counties in the US. It then became a part of the CBF Together For Hope initiative.

Launched in 2001, Together for Hope (TFH) is a long-term commitment to working with people in 20 of the nation's poorest counties in order to affect change and break the cycle of economic disparity. The ministry is about establishing long-term relationship, listening, learning and walking alongside local leaders. The hope is that communities will be transformed as will the churches and individuals who serve in focal counties.

Mid-November a team of 4 left HRBC on a 3 day journey to explore the possibility of joining CBF in Owsley County. It was 3 days filled with enlightenment, discovery and adventure as the team met pastors, community leaders and neighbors. People wanted to talk about their friends and families. They were excited to meet new friends. These Appalachian foothills are astoundingly beautiful. However, the poverty and need is overwhelming.

The team learned that becoming a Together For Hope parnter would find us working closely with First Baptist Church Frankfort, KY. They are excited about the possibility of having a new mission partner in Kentucky. It is easy to see that God is ready to do some big things in Owsley County. The people of that small community are ready for the challenge. They want their families and children to flourish, and have a bright future. The are ready to work towards that goal.

Opportunities for ministry are endless...... food pantry, clothes closet, community parties/festivals, VBS, Bible clubs, Bible studies, construction, education enrichment classes of all kinds, senior adult activities, sports camps, music camps and more!! If you can imagine it, the folks in Owsley County are ready to participate!

In Matthew 19, Jesus tells his disciples ....... "with God all things are possible". The same is true for Owsley County, Kentucky. We can't "fix" anything on our own. But with God working through us, we can share His love with one person at a time. Changing a heart can indeed change a life, which in turn changes a whole community.

Continue to pray for discernment and guidance for the Ends of Earth Team. Watch for more information about Owsley County, Kentucky in the coming months. The EoE team is learning all they can in order to share it all with you as soon as possible.

Take a look at the photos & videos from the exploration trip to Owsley County.

Update Team #7

Website Editor — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:15:33 GMT

It was a small team. But they sure got a lot done!!

Laura & Julie headed to Charlotte with ceramic tile on their mind and loaded in the car. After a slow start, the project started moving quickly. Julie was shouting out tile measurements and Laura was cutting as fast as the saw would go! Laura was very thankful for the small heater, as the rented tile saw "threw" water at her with every cut!

The next crew will get to grout the bathroom, install exterior siding, finish a few odds & ends and then start painting. You know the end is near when the paint brushes come out!!

Take a look at the photos from the tile work.

Holiday Giving Opportunities

Website Editor — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:18:08 GMT

As your family begins to prepare for the holidays, we would like you to consider including one of the activities on this list. We tried to put all the "giving" opportunities in one place so you do not become overwhelmed every time you hear about yet another opportunity. As a family, you can choose one or more activity where you can serve together, share stories and meet needs of those less fortunate.
(Note: Needs are placed in chronological order with the earlier deadlines at the beginning.)

Happy Holiday Giving!

1. Shoes For Uganda: Juma's Dream
HRBC is joining Mt. Pisgah and several other churches in the Midlothian area to support Juma Semakula's dream to send 30,000 pairs of shoes to his homeland of Uganda. Juma's love for his wife and two sons, and his passion for his country are evident in the Richmond Times Dispatch article about his dream to send the shoes. (Click here to read the article.) The request is for new or used shoes. Used shoes must be clean and in good condition.
The book "Four Feet, Two Sandals" by Karen Williams is a great story to share with your children while choosing which shoes you will give to help make Juma's dream come true. Imagine the excitement in Uganda when barefoot children, parents and friends come to church on Christmas day, and each are handed a new pair of shoes!!
Place your shoe donations in the labeled bins in the Wallis Bldg. For more information, contact Joan Maples at tlmaples4@aol.com.
Dealine to contribute is November 9.

2. Freedom House BINGO Prizes
Early in December, HRBC youth will play BINGO with the residents at Freedom House. We are providing gifts for the BINGO game. The beauty of this game is that all participants will walk away a winner, as all residents will receive a prize! The residents consist of 12 women and 26 men.
Here are some gift suggestions: knapsack, thermal socks, $5 GRTC bus card, fast food gift card, a box of fancy chocolate, art set, pen and pencil set, stationary set (notepad, pen, envelopes, paper, stamps), gift set for a man with cologne, body wash etc, and gift set for a woman with perfume, body wash, etc.
Place your donations in the designated area in the Wallis Bldg. For more information, contact Kris Branch at kabdcb2@yahoo.com.
Deadline to contribute is November 15.

3. Oregon Hill Thanksgiving Food Bags
As we continue to help eradicate hunger from the Richmond area, we'll be collecting bags of Thanksgiving food. Requested items are: $10 grocery store gift card (to be distributed one per family); canned hams; turkey & brown gravy; boxes of instant stuffing or potatoes or rice; flavored rice (Rice a Roni, etc.); family-size cans sweet potatoes/yams; family-size cans green beans or corn; cream of mushroom or chicken soup; cans of fried onions; cranberry sauce or apple sauce; muffin mix, cornbread mix, etc.; graham cracker pie shells in pan; large boxes of instant pudding mixes for pies; apple juice; instant coffee; and box of tea bags.
You may donate individual items or donate a complete bag. Please mark your bag “complete” if it contains all of these items.
Place groceries items, or completed bags, in the designated area in the Wallis Bldg.
Deadline to contribute is November 15.

4. Christmas Shoe Boxes for Samaritan's Purse
Join the Happy Clay class as they fill boxes for needy children in foreign lands. You can fill a plastice or cardboard shoe box with anything for a girl or boy. Suggested items are: small doll or stuffed animal, art supplies, suckers or hard candy only, balls, yo-yos, jump ropes, school items, flashlights with batteries, gloves, hats, t-shirts, socks, underwear, puzzles, Slinky, small cars, plastic kazoos, harmonicas, pencil sharpners, and hygiene supplies. Please do not include guns, war items or scary toys. Please include a check for $7.00 to pay for shipping.
If you secure the lid on your box, please clearly mark on the outside if it is for a boy or girl, and the appropriate age. Place it in the designated area in the Wallis Bldg. For more information, contact Anne Price @ 379-1352.
Deadline to contribute is November 15.

5. Family Mission Day
Saturday, November 21, at 9:00 a.m. is our first Family Mission Day. ANY kind of family (Mom, Dad, and 2.5 preschoolers; Empty-nesters; Singles; Family of 5 + friends; Grandparents and grandkids; etc.) is welcome to be a part of creating and delivering "Thankful Baskets" to our homebound members, as well as to families who have celebrated a significant milestone this year (a new baby or a wedding). Be prepared to caravan to your pre-planned destination as we share our blessings, a song, a smile, and a word of encouragement! To pre-register your family for this fun mission experience or to receive more information, please contact Amanda Lott at amanda@hrbcrichmond.org.

6. Christmas Store
Each year HRBC joins other Richmond area churches to partner with the Oregon Hill and South Richmond Baptist Centers to make certain needy families can provide gifts for their children at Christmas time. This year we ask individuals, groups or Sunday School classes to contribute new, unwrapped clothing and/or toys for children—ages 1 to 12 years old. If you prefer, you may also contribute to the bicycle fund that provides a number of bikes each year for the Christmas store.
Bring your gifts and place them in the designated box in the Wallis Building.
For more information, contact Dotty Shepard at 272-2796.
Deadline to contribute is November 22.

7. Christmas Store Volunteers Needed
Your gift of time is another way you can invest in others during the holidays. Choose one of the options below, grab a friend, and discover all the smiles and fun that awaits as you work in the Christmas Store.
-- Christmas Store set-up. Tues. & Wed., December 1&2 @ 10:00 a.m. - noon.
-- Shopper's Assistants to help customers choose their gifts. Thurs. & Fri., December 3&4 @ 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
-- Spanish interpreters Thursday, December 3 @ 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
For more information, contact Dotty Shepard at 272-2796.

8. First Sunday Food Offering
Just like the other 11 months of the year, we'll be collecting bags of groceries to take to the Oregon Hill Baptist Center. You may bring any non-perishable food items for this offering. This probably doesn't even require a trip to the grocery -- just take a look in the pantry!!
Place your donations in the "First Sunday Food Offering" designated area in the Wallis Bldg.
Deadline to contribute is December 6.

9. Chuck & Erica Morris Offering for International Missions
We begin collecting for our Chuck and Erica Morris Christmas Offering for International Missions on Sunday, December 6. The ingathering takes place at the conclusion of the Week of Prayer for International Missions, November 29-December 6. Click here for information on the projects we are supporting this year and how you can give generously to these mission efforts.
For more information, contact Liz Bass at geoteacg@msn.com.

Clubhouse Update Team #6

Website Editor — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:21:22 GMT

It was a flurry of activity as 8 team members descended upon Hyaets to work on the clubhouse. Wilton, Caroline, Wil & Carrie Johns, Greg & Julie Carr, Chung Kwon and Don Hutcheson adjusted to the small work space and made a lot of progress. When working in a group, you soon learn that everyone has their specialties. Well, this group was no different. Here are some of the highlights:
*** The Door Man -- Every place needs a good one, and Wil rose to the occasion. When Don gave him the first job, Will thought it would be quick work to drill a few holes and apply the weather stripping. Two days later, Wil finished the door project. He learned that weather stripping required about 30 small holes. After that he attached the door sweeps ......... about 20 more holes! He then drilled the holes for the locking mechanism, then installed the threshold. All this was done with people walking through the door every few seconds! As you look at the photos, you will be able to sympathize with Wil!!
***Carrie was willing to do anything. Poor girl -- she got all the gross, dirty jobs! After measuring, cutting and installing the last pieces of insulation, she moved on to even dirtier things. Drywall mud! Carrie took on the fun task of taping and mudding the seams in the drywall. She was closed in a tiny bathroom, all alone, most of the day. But the rest of the team kept checking to make sure she wasn't napping.
*** Wilton and Caroline make a superb team, no matter what the task they're given. They demolished the old, plank siding on both sides of the clubhouse. We had to pull them off the ladders when it started to rain! Then they went inside and began to install light fixtures.
*** The rest of the team worked together to finish hanging wallboards, trim work, door installation (Chung would not rest until the bathroom door closed perfectly!), preparing for new exterior siding and throwing lots of things into the dumpster as we cleaned the work area.

Click here to see the photos.

Next steps to finish the clubhouse require ceramic tile, paint, electrical finish work and bathroom fixture installation. If any of these activities are on your list of skills, contact Julie Carr (beemeup@comcast.net) about going with the next teams.

Clubhouse Update Team #5

Julie Carr — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 17:48:25 GMT

Brown boards, blue boards, door locks, attic stairs ......... Cross them all off the list!

Thanks to Don H, his resources and engineering skills, the main door can now be locked and secured. Sometimes what seems to be the smallest job turns out to be the biggest challenge. Wilton F and Don L continued hard work to finish interior walls, and preparing the bathroom for tile.

With the exception of one small wall, the interior is ready for a little drywall work, trim, paint and light/electrical fixtures. "What's up with one wall being unfinished?" you ask!! It's been decided that a utility sink would be a very valuable asset in a high-traffic, activity-driven, kid-friendly room! The plumber will be adding the plumbing lines this week to make that happen. When he's finished, up goes the last wall.

Click here to see Team #5's photos.

Clubhouse Update #4

Julie Carr — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 02:59:50 GMT

LeeAnn and Melissa started off with insulation on their minds! The ceiling was first.

While they wrestled with insulation strips, Terry framed in and began to install the pull-down stairs. It never ceases to amaze us when we see how God is the author of "perfect timing". Just when Terry was contemplating how to measure, hold, drill and adjust ....... Raynard pops in to ask if he can help! Raynard has been a part of the Hyaets community since it began. He has made friends with several of our HRBC folks and is always helping with the children and work at the houses. It didn't take long for Raynard and Terry to finish the pull-down stairs.

The next two days consisted of more insulation, installing the ceiling, and getting up two walls. Of course, there were many fun challenges along the way, but by the end, the third wall was begun and ready for team 5 to pick up the next weekend! One of the fun parts of the experience was Friday afternoon when neighborhood kids popped in to investigate what we were doing. The comments ranged from, "I can't wait until it's a clubhouse!" to "Can you put a swimming pool and a slide in here too?" While our construction skills have significantly improved, we still can't accommodate all requests!

Click here to see the team photos.

Check back for more updates next week! And don't forget...it's not too late for you to join the mission!

Older Adult Hyaets Mission

HRBC Website Admin — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:37:30 GMT

Now is the time to sign up for our annual November mission to the Hyaets community in Charlotte, North Carolina. Each year, we go and serve this community November 4-7. This year, we will again assist in making Christmas crafts for the children on Saturday, November 7. We will also host a community meal on Friday, November 6. The rest of the time will be spent doing household chores and spending time with the neighbors. We would love to have some handymen join us for help with some small projects around the house. The total cost of the trip is $85. Don't miss out on this time of putting our faith into action! Please make your $50 deposit by October 25. If you can place these in a blue envelope available through the church office with a new completed medical release form, that would help with the paperwork.

Hyaets Clubhouse Construction Continues ......

Julie Carr — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:57:37 GMT

After a much needed summer break, we are ready to get started on the Hyaets Clubhouse Project. The clubhouse is over half-way finished, and it's time to git-er-done! You can be sure the Hyaets folks are ready to be able to use this wonderful facility that's soooooo close to being open.

We are planning to finish the project in October. The final steps include ceramic tile, caulking, drywall finish, electrical and installation of bathroom fixtures. If you are available to volunteer during any weekend in November, please contact Julie Carr. beemeup@comcast.net or 378-2133.

World Hunger Offering

HRBC Website Admin — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:53:38 GMT

On Sunday, October 11, our church will collect a love offering for World Hunger. Many people around the globe go to bed hungry every night. Whatever you can give will make a difference. All offerings will be distributed through SBC & CBF hunger relief.

Camp Alkulana Golf Tournament

HRBC Staff — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:46:04 GMT

Attention HRBC Golfers and Hackers!

It's time for the Camp Alkulana Golf Tournament.
Date: Friday, October 9
Time: Lunch 12 Noon, Tee Time 1PM
Place: The Hollows Golf Club, Montpelier, VA
Cost: $70 per player

If your interested in playing on an HRBC team or already have a foursome and want to register, call or email:
Roy Lewis
Home:   320.8268
Cell:      677.7568
Email:    rjlewis@gmail.com

For more info on Camp Alkulana, see their website: http://www.alkulana.org

Hope to see a bunch of you out there!!!!

Update: Love Offering for Virginia Missions

HRBC Website Admin — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 01:59:17 GMT

To date, we have given $3,705 toward our goal of $4,500 for the state mission offering. It is not too late for you to support the spread of the Gospel across the Commonwealth.

Hyaets Fall Newsletter

Julie Carr — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:52:31 GMT

Click here to read the latest edition of The Well.

Adopt an HRBC College Student

HRBC Staff — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:10:39 GMT

This fall HRBC has 54 enrolled college students. Going away to college is a significant transition for college students. The goal of HRBC is to keep college students connected during the school year. We do so by asking the HRBC family to adopt college students. What is required to "adopt"? Those who participate in this ministry agree to the following: pray specifically for the student, send a note in the fall identifying yourself, stay in touch for special occasions like birthdays and holidays, periodically send an email of encouragement (especially at exam time), etc. That's all that is required. Addresses, birthdays and email addresses will be furnished. If you are interested in adopting a college student for this school year, please contact Nell Branton, Jerusalem Team Leader nhbranton2@verizon.net.

New 2010 Mission Opportunity

Website Editor — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:10:39 GMT

The members of the Ends of Earth Team ask you to continue to pray with us as God guides us into new mission opportunities over the coming months. Many locations and needs have been shared with our team. We are discerning those places where God has gifted HRBC to serve ....... those places where we can join God in His work

Even though God is closing doors in some places, we're excited that it appears He is paving the way in others. We are confident new journeys will begin in the near future. Be sure you clear you calendar for July 17-25, 2010. This date has been set aside for you and your family to participate in a new mission experience. Stay tuned in the coming months for more details.

Love Offering for Virginia Missions

HRBC Website Admin — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:10:39 GMT

We come to the conclusion of our Week of Prayer for State Missions today, and we ingather a love offering to support the work of Virginia Baptists. Our goal is $4,500. Please give generously!

Furniture Items Accepted	Household Items Accepted	Items NOT Accepted
Mattresses (all sizes)	Rugs	Garbage bags filled w/misc items
Bed Frames (all sizes)	Pots and Pans	Mirrors or items with mirrors
Dressers	Bed Linens	Desks
Sofas/Loveseats	Lamps	Patio Furniture
Dining Tables/ Chairs	Bath Towels	Large Appliances
	Dishes/Flatware	Headboards w/o Frames
	Vacuums