Hands of Hope Ministry
Mission Statement
In the name of Jesus Christ, Crossgates Baptist Church Hands of Hope Ministry seeks to bring assistance and relief from suffering to all who experience loss in the time of public disaster through the faithful use of material and spiritual resources of our local church. In addition, this ministry helps less fortunate individuals with home improvements in the most efficient and helpful manner.
Hands of Hope Ministry is a group of church member volunteers that give of their time to help those that are less fortunate. Volunteers set aside a minimum of one Saturday a month to join one of four teams that have projects in the local Jackson area. People of all skill levels, ages, gender and gifts join together to create a team to share God’s love. To join us please contact Richie Lott at 601-259-1931.
UPCOMING WORKDAY - Saturday, May 19
Meet in the church parking lot at 7:00 am for work details/assignments.
More info: Contact Richie Lott at richie@ase-inc.com or 601.259.1931
Donations are received through the church offering or by mail. You should write Hands of Hope in the memo of your check and mail to:
Crossgates Baptist Church
8 Crosswoods Road
Brandon, MS 39042
To seek assistance on your home or make us aware of someone that needs help, please contact Charles Holmes at 601-540-3643. All applicants must be approved before being appointed to a team leader.
If you would like to start a Hands of Hope Ministry at your local church and need assistance please feel free to contact us at 601-259-1931.
Prison Ministry at Central Mississippi Correctional Facility
Fulfilling the scripture by taking the love of Jesus and the gospel message to men and women who are without hope…
We may ask “Why the prison ministry, Lord? It’s people who have disobeyed the law, done heinous things, and are just not deserving of time or resources.” Isn’t this what most people think? Just put them away and forget about them. And then we think of the Cross, Jesus, His love & forgiveness, His grace and mercy…OUR sins. None of us deserve what He did for us. But He did it because of His love for us, for ALL of us.
***Ministry at CMCF does require pre-qualification – you should print and complete the applications below and return to the Missions Office to begin this process.***
For those already qualified, join us for ministry on these dates:
Tuesday, May 22 – Men’s Side
Wednesday, June 6 – Women’s Side
First Time Guest Application Form
Orientation Application Form
Impact Events 2012
We are thrilled to be partnering within our community to host several events this year. Make plans to take part and enjoy these events with your families!
Pearl Day – Saturday, May 19
VBS Parent’s Night – Wednesday, June 6
Neighborhood Block Parties – Saturday, September 29
Brandon Christmas Village – December (date to be determined)
We Will Go Ministry
There are many needs that we can help meet for David and Amy Lancaster at their inner-city Jackson ministry, We Will Go. Feel free to contact them at 601-398-2410 and see if there is a ministry need that you can fulfill for them. You will truly be blessed by all that God is doing through this ministry! Crossgates partners with We Will Go every third Sunday of the month to serve a meal and minister following the 3:00 pm worship service held in the We Will Go pavilion at 799 North Congress Street, Jackson, MS 39202.
Meets the Third Sunday of each month:
NEXT 3:00 PM WORSHIP WITH MEAL IS MAY 20
***UPCOMING MEETING DATES ARE JUNE 17 AND JULY 15***
Join us as we serve an afternoon meal and minister at this Jackson inner-city ministry. 2012 Schedule will continue on every third Sunday. To read more about the ministries of We Will Go, please visit www.wewillgo.org.
Mission Mississippi Prayer Breakfast
Thursday, May 24, at 6:45 am in the Fellowship Hall
Be part of encouraging and demonstrating unity in the Body of Christ across racial and denominational lines, so that communities throughout Mississippi can see practical evidence of the Gospel message.
Call ahead for reservations.
