IBC Ministries Offered During November and December 2020
Ministry: Middle District Baptist Association 2020 Christmas Store
Contact: Bill Vickers popvickers@gmail.com
Information: Sponsor a child by providing the following: only one toy, one outfit (to include underwear and socks), and a stocking with some candy if you so choose).
What to do:
1- As soon as possible, contact Bill Vickers with the number of children you want to sponsor and your name and email of phone number.
2- Deliver your gifts to Ironbridge Church on Monday, November 30th or Tuesday, December 1st between 9am and 2pm.
Ministry: Virtual Angel Tree (through Prison Fellowship)
Contact: Marjorie Loya marjorieloya@ymail.com
Information: Sponsor a child whose parent is incarcerated
What to do:
Provide a $20 gift card for a child (plus $2 for postage) through a secure online portal
Contact Marjorie for the link and code
We have not received firm dates, but are expecting an early December deadline.
Ministry: Mercy Mall
Contact: Marjorie Loya marjorieloya@ymail.com
Information: Bring new or gently used items for Mercy Mall to help local individuals and families in crisis.
What to do:
On the collection day, bring any of the following items:
– New or used men’s coats (especially larger sizes)
– New “comfy” clothing: sweat pants, sweatshirts (men’s or women’s, especially larger sizes)
– Hygiene supplies: shampoo/conditioner (all in one), toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, deodorant (men’s / women’s), body wash, razors (men’s / women’s)
– New or used Bibles and/or devotionals, preferably easier to read, but KJV is OK if that’s what you have
Ministry: Chesterfield Food Bank
Contact: Marjorie Loya marjorieloya@ymail.com
Information: Give a financial donation to help the Chesterfield Food Bank provide food for families in need.
What to do:
Mention “Chesterfield Food Bank” on your check memo or online giving.
Ministry: Operation Christmas Child (through Samaritan’s Purse Ministries)
Contact: Marjorie Loya marjorieloya@ymail.com
Information: Fill a shoebox for a child this Christmas.
What to do:
Pick up an empty box at Ironbridge, fill it with toys, and return it no later than Sunday, November 15. All details about packing the box are included in the box.
Ministry: Yard work for senior citizens
Contact: Marjorie Loya marjorieloya@ymail.com
Information: Rake leaves and complete other yard work
What to do:
Contact Marjorie to get the address of a senior family who needs help.
Recruit a few friends or bring your family or BridgeGroup.
Bring your own tools.
