Missions is at the center of God’s heart. Therefore, we encourage members to be involved in “hands on” mission projects, both locally and abroad. (Acts 1:8).
Hope for Haiti
Deadline, March 28
Hope for Haiti is a ministry of First Hattiesburg, driven by the desire to provide for some of the needs of the orphans and other children of Haiti following the recent earthquake there. Look for the Hope for Haiti display in the Atrium this Sunday, where you can pick up a special box to be filled with gifts (just like Operation Christmas Child). Below is a list of suggested items.
Please fill the box with new items, and return it to the Hope for Haiti table, along with a $10 donation (to help defray handling and shipping costs. (Please place your check or cash in an envelope and tape it to the top of the box.)
The Hope for Haiti project deadline is Sunday, March 28, so pick up your box this Sunday.
Suggested Items
- Clothes – Tee shirts, gym shorts, underwear, shoes, warm weather clothing
- Stuffed animals, small toys, cars, soccer ball (deflated but be sure to include a pump), baseball, dolls
- Coloring books, crayons, markers, school supply items
- Soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo
- Chewing gum, hard candy, lifesavers, tic tacs
- Flavor packs for water
Notes
- Please no battery operated toys
- No small choke-hazard items for small children
- No perishable items or heat-sensitive items
- Any type of liquid items ned to be placed in a Ziploc bag
- Any type of candy items need to be placed in a Ziploc bag
- Please be sure to note the age and gender on the box.
To Hattiesburg With Love
This March First Hattiesburg will again partner with Habitat for Humanity in building a home for a deserving family.
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Disaster Relief Ministry Certification
Saturday, March 13
Contact: Charles Welch – 601.544.0100 or cwelch@firsthattiesburg.com
We’re looking for a few good men and women who desire to serve on our Disaster Relief Team. First serves through the Mississippi Baptist Convention as a part of this important ministry that is active during crises such as Hurricane Katrina and Haiti. Certification is required. The next certification training is Saturday, March 13. Contact Charles Welch for more info and to sign up.
Honduras Mission Trip
June 19-26
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