I am looking for a few people who might be interested in calling 2 Angel Tree families a few times during the year to invite them to join us for VBS, our Easter egg hunt, Trunk or Treat, and maybe movie night if you think they may like to. They are families who live in Athens, and have elementary or pre-school age children. These will be families that did participate in our Angel Tree party this past December. Please contact me if you are willing to serve. - Sandy Abadie
We need people to help welcome our Sunday visitors the following week with a personal visit. Take a visitor’s packet with some homemade goodies. This is a very short visit with NO entry into the home.
Contact Church Office (903-675-5161).
Several men are needed to help unload at the Food Pantry on Thursdays and Fridays. It will only take 1.5 hours each day to get the food unloaded and into the building. We also need a couple of men with pickup trucks who can go to Tyler on Thursday to pick up food and to drive to Save-A-Lot in Athens on Friday.
Please call Church Office if you can help with either of these tasks. (903-675-5161).
Want to be involved with Worship on Sunday morning or special events, but don't want to be in front of everyone. Have an interest in technology or the world of media production? Ask about how you can get involved in our Media Missions Ministries today. Learn about Audio mixing, Livestreaming, Video Editing, Stage Lighting, and Photography. Be a part of those who reach others behind the scenes.
Contact Wes for more information.
Register as a volunteer today to help the children of our community find the love of Jesus in their world. Be a part of the fun and events that can forever change a child's life. We have many positions and needs to be filled by those of all ages. Volunteer today to help change tomorrow.
Hospital Visitation - The pastor visits hospitalized members frequently to offer prayer and show Christian concern. Should you or a member of your family enter the hospital or have plans for surgery, please call the Congregational Care office at 903-675-5161 so that we will be aware of your need.
Homebound/Retirement Center Contacts - The pastors and a team of lay volunteers keep in contact with people who are unable to remain active in regular church activities. Please notify the church office at 903-675-5161 of address changes or when moving to a care facility.
Food Ministry - Volunteers prepare and deliver meals for member families in need and crisis situations. The main effort is directed toward those members who do not have a Sunday school class to enfold them in time of need.
The Ark - Campus Ministry for the student/faculty community of Trinity Valley Community College (TVCC). The Ark Campus Ministries | Home (thearktvcc.org)
Family Peace Project - The Family Peace Project, Inc. is a Christ-centered organization providing a place of refuge and resources to victims of family violence. Athens First hosts the annual Waffle Breakfast that is their largest fund raising event each year. For more information visit http://www.familypeaceproject.org.
Henderson County Food Pantry - Along with many churches in Henderson County, Athens First supports the Food Pantry with food drives, financial giving and with members who volunteer as shelf stockers. Other activities during the year benefit the Food Pantry as well. Should residents require assistance with food, we send them to the Food Pantry. Henderson County Food Pantry – Food Pantry in Henderson County, Texas. (hcfoodpantry.org)
Boy Scout Troop 343 - Meets Mondays at 7:00 p.m. in the Activity Building of Athens First where is has enjoyed our support since 1965. For more information on this troop visit http://athensscouting.com.
Disciples Clinic - The Disciples Clinic of Athens, Texas, is a faith-based volunteer clinic dedicated to providing high quality, low cost health care to the working uninsured of Henderson County, Texas. They offer out-patient treatment for illness and injuries, health maintenance for chronic conditions, preventive health care, and diagnostic service. Athens First supports this local clinic with volunteer and financial commitments. For more information visit http://www.disciplesclinic.org.
Labors of Love - Providing home repairs, at no charge, to homeowners in Henderson County who can no longer maintain their homes due to age, disability, or other circumstances beyond their control. Again, Athens First supports this local organization with financial and volunteer members who work on specific projects throughout the year. For more information visit http://www.athenssamaritanslaboroflove.com/Pages/mission.html.
Medical Bridges - Medical Bridges ® recovers medical surplus that would otherwise be discarded and redistributes it to hospitals, clinics and healthcare providers in less fortunate countries. Their goal is to continue bridging the healthcare gap, connecting those who have with those who hope. Supplies and equipment collected through the Medical Bridges ® Donation Program help combat the spread of diseases. Athens First contributes financially and organizes a mission trip to each year to work and volunteer in the Houston location. For more information visit Medical Bridges ® at http://medicalbridges.org.
Thank you for your participation in the garden last year. The food pantry was very appreciative for the produce they received from us. I am estimating 50-60 lbs. of green beans, at least that many lbs. of jalapenos and sweet peppers, and some squash and tomatoes. We welcome any input or suggestions that you all may have. We also welcome any new gardeners that wish to join us. Hope to see everyone out gardening. -Marc Abadie
The community garden ministry is one way for our Church to reach out to our community and to grow some food to share. It is also a chance for fellowship among groups and individuals from the church. There is no better way to get to know someone than to work side by side to accomplish a common goal. It will be located south of the activities building and west of the Scout building. Preparation of the site is underway and it is projected to be finished by the fall planting season. Plots are being rented for $50 with a $25 deposit which will be returned at the end of the rental period if the plot is returned to it's original condition. Contact the Church office to reserve your plot.
Click on the links below for more information:
Community Garden Plot Registration
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