Advent might be a small church, but our hearts are mighty. Together, we are making a difference both in our local community through several ministry efforts to make our world a better place. Here are some updates of the impact some of our collections have made to local charities.
Did you know our spare change adds up fast? Each week, the children of the congregation collect coins (and sometimes dollar bills) in steel buckets that go to local charities. In December and January, these coins added up to over $500 to benefit the Benzie County Animal Shelter. And just in case you need a new pet or want to help some cats and dogs in between their forever homes, this is a great place to help dogs and cats who are already local residents.
The noisy offering collected in February and March will benefit Benzie County's Blessings in A Backpack. If you haven't heard of this charity, it makes a difference in our local community by providing weekend meals to kids with food insecurity. Advent has connected with this charity before, as they are very helpful in identifying families that would most appreciate the Thanksgiving dinner baskets we have donated. There is always a special connection when it is a charity that benefits our neighbors within our county.
Advent is currently collecting items in two ways for Addiction Treatment Services, which is located in Traverse City, Michigan and helps people recovering from addiction to drugs or alcohol.
Donations of toiletry items
Donate toiletry items for people who need to focus on their recovery. Here is a list of the center's most needed items:
Single packaged toothbrush Deodorant
Toothpaste Comb/Hairbrush
Liquid Soap Razor
Shampoo Nail Clippers
Conditioner Feminine Hygiene Products
Body Lotion Laundry Pods
Shave Gel Cotton Swabs
Donations of returnable cans/bottles
Ten cents per can/bottle can add up fast! There is a collection bin immediately inside of the front doors for your returnable cans and bottles. The refunded money from the bottles will sponsor basic need items including bus passes, gas cards, hygiene products, bedding, and more.
God's Work. Our Hands.
We have more ways to help our local community coming up in the coming months. If you have any questions about how to get involved with Advent's efforts to help these local charities or any of the ways that Advent is helping our local community or worldwide, please contact Dana in the church office.
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