In love he predestined us for adoption as sons through Jesus Christ… Eph 1:4-5
All believers are spiritual adoptees, brought into the household of God our Father through the work of Jesus our brother. This is one huge reason we champion the ministry of orphan care at Providence. God calls us to care for orphans because He has a heart for the weak, as demonstrated in the gospel itself. When we care for the fatherless, we image our heavenly Father who gave of Himself to make us His own. To that end, there is always some opportunity at Providence to donate, serve, or volunteer in some other way to help the fatherless.
This is a big season for adoption at our church for a couple of reasons. First, we have multiple families in various stages of preparing for adoption. Second, we have a building full of items at our old property waiting to be converted to funds to help bring orphans into the homes of these families. Love for the Lord, for His gospel, for these children, and for our fellow members calls us to unite and joyfully do what needs to be done!
Here are some ways you can help, including reminders of ongoing initiatives:
1. Rummage Sale, 7938 Cox Road
A) Work Days
Sat, July 4 8-11a** (We really need help from men on this date!)
Tue, July 7 8-11a
These days are crucial to get the items organized and prepared to sell.
These dates are also pre-shop dates for volunteers. See something you like? You get the first crack at it!
B) Sale Hours/Dates:
Fri, July 31 8a-1p
Sat, Aug 1 8a-1p
Fri, Aug 7 8a-1p
Sat, Aug 8 8a-1p
(Volunteers needed 7a-2p each of those days)
2. Orphan Care T-shirts - “Chosen, Loved, Adopted”
Purchase one of these t-shirts, which are based upon the passage above from Ephesians 1. A great way to support the orphan care fund and a great conversation starter about our adoption in Christ!
Short sleeve - $20
Long sleeve - $25
Available in the entry way at church. Pay cash to Julie Sewak.
3. Palace Market Research
Many people participate in market research to make a few extra bucks. Here’s an opportunity to do the same thing, but all the proceeds go to the PBF Orphan Care fund. It’s a simple way to do something of real impact. Click the link to sign-up and select the PBF Orphan Care Ministry as your beneficiary.
4. Amazon Smile
This is something we’ve been doing for a while. See this article about how to bless orphans with every purchase you make on Amazon…no cost to you!!
Every little bit helps. Let’s continue to working diligently to bless orphans and families!
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