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The outreach arm of Rolling Hills is called Local Compassion. This ministry focuses on demonstrating God's love by extending our church beyond the auditorium and into the community through a variety of projects and partnerships to alleviate human suffering.
Thanks to your generosity and love, we were able to accomplish many things in 2012. See the video below to learn more.
For volunteer opportunities and project ideas please contact Stefanie Thayer at stef.thayer@yahoo.com or 530-586-1533 and check out our Facebook Page.
May-June Serving Events Calendar
June 20, 9am - Noon and 5:30 - 8pm / Made with Love Ministry, The Gathering Room
June 24, 6pm / Food Bagging for Distribution, Multipurpose Building
June 25, 9:30am - Noon / Food Distribution, Multipurpose Building
Underprivileged Children
The Knitting Ministry and Made With Love Dress Making have joined to become the SHARES Clothing Ministry. Please join us once a month to make hats, scarfs, and dresses for those in need. No sewing or knitting skills are necessary just a desire to help and to fellowship. We will be meeting on the third Thursday of the month from 9am to 12pm and 5:30pm to 8:00pm in the Seminar Room.
To volunteer: Contact Rae Zarghami at 916-941-9503, Valerie Richards 916-941-7895 or just show up!
"Her hands are busy spinning thread, her fingers twisting fiber. She extends a helping hand to the poor and opens her arms to the needy." Proverbs 31: 9,10
Be a positive role model for a child between the age of 7 and 15. Through a one-to-one mentoring relationship, youth are given support and opportunities that help them grow into confident, competent and caring adults. Depending on your schedule, you can mentor a child just 45 minutes a week during the child's school lunch or after school. Or you can devote 2-3 hours a week doing activities in the community. There is an at-risk child waiting to have a friendship with you. It's fun, rewarding and it works.
Website: http://www.mentors4youth.org/
Homeless/Those in Need
FILL THE SHED!
Please bring your gently used clothing, toys, linens and small household items in good repair, to meet the needs of the less fortunate at our food distribution and our sister church in Sacramento, Genesis Missionary Baptist Church.
The SHARES shed is located in the back parking lot of the church campus. Donations can be made during regular church office hours and during Sunday services. For questions regarding this ministry please contact Pegi Scarlett at pegi@svcrs.com.
Website: www.sacgenesis.org
ROLL HILL FOOD COLLECTION & ON-SITE FOOD & CLOTHING DISTRIBUTION TO THOSE IN NEED
Did you know that Rolling Hills Christian Church is the El Dorado Hills food distribution site for the El Dorado County food bank?
To volunteer:
FOOD DONATION: We collect non-perishable food in the lobby point every Sunday or to the office during business hours. All donations go directly to families in need.
FOOD BAGGING: Every Monday evening prior to food distribution at 6pm in the lobby of the Multi-Purpose Building we bag the food that has been donated by our congregation for distribution.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION: Join us on the second Tuesday of every month from 9:15am to 11:30am to give food out. We need help organizing clothing, food bank food, family sign ups and food distribution.
We also need help distributing food on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 9:45am to 11:30am.
To receive food:
Please come to the multi-purpose building on the second or fourth Tuesday of each month. Sign ups are at 10am, and distribution begins at 10:30am. Please allow up to an hour to receive your food as we get many families. WE ALSO WELCOME RECEIVING FAMILIES TO VOLUNTEER DURING THE DISTRIBUTION. Many families volunteer and it is quite rewarding.
To volunteer: : contact Maya Francisco at maya@rollhillchurch.com or (916)934-6744.
Website: http://foodbankedc.org/
Powerhouse Ministries is in the Business of Transforming Lives : There is hope for everyone. The less fortunate of our community need encouragement and support in every area of their lives. Powerhouse Ministries has created three distinct areas of service:
· Drop-In Center The drop-in center meets immediate needs: Food, Clothing & Household Items; Financial Assistance including Rental & Utilities; Health Services including Medical, Dental, Emotional & Spiritual support; Social Worker & Resource Referrals; Transportation & Laundry Passes; etc.
· Neighborhood Outreach ProgramsHealthy relationships and a positive view of self is key to recovery: Weekly support and activities for men, women, teens and children; Opportunities and group events promoting life change and personal growth; Positive children’s and youth; Weekly time of worship and learning; Special events, etc.
· Family Transition Center offers long term opportunity for growth and change. By providing a stable environment, women can focus on recovery, life skills and education so that the bonds of homelessness and addiction can be broken.
To volunteer: Contact Susan Douglass at sdouglass416@hotmail.com or 916-294-9554
Website: www.phmfolsom.org
Furniture for Families is a local, non-profit, all volunteer furniture bank. We solicit good, serviceable used furniture, store it in our warehouse, and distribute it (free of charge) to qualified clients who are referred to us by caseworkers from social services agencies familiar with the specific needs of the clients. Here is an opportunity to fill the needs and enrich the lives of both.
To volunteer: contact (916) 635-0664 Website: www.furnitureforfamilies.org
Volunteer Position Needed: Furniture for Families, A SHARES partner, is looking for a volunteer for their neighborhood pick up team. The volunteer would be a member of a three man team that collects furniture in our area one Thursday morning each month. You should be able to do light lifting (we do not pick up heavy appliances, etc.) If interested call Jan Voy at 916-802-3883.
Through this ministry, Rolling Hills Christian Church will assist the needy. The Master's Hand Ministry will extend help with household repairs, light construction projects, home safety modifications, etc. This ministry is also available to those in need within our own congregation. This ministry needs not only volunteers with various construction backgrounds but also those with a heart to serve who are handy and comfortable working with tools.
To volunteer: contact Dave Matthews atdmatthews@base3consulting.com
Rotating Homeless Shelter
Several churches in the county provide overnight shelter for homeless people 7 nights a week from November 1 through March 31. Just your time and a desire to help are needed for 2 to 4 hour shifts.
To volunteer contact: Carole Smith: mcs4850@att.net or 530-644-6018.