HANOVER AREA COUNCIL OF CHURCHES PAL DATE: Saturday March 23, 2024 and April 27, 2024
O.U.R. Offering – April 14th OPERATION UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
This non-profit organization works in the USA and abroad to free victims of human trafficking, assist with their aftercare and develop relationships with law enforcement to offer resources for criminal investigations: In 2023 they were involved in 4000 operations, and 6500 arrests. They have impacted over 7000 lives. They have added a K-9 program that helps to locate USB devices on the criminals that store child sexual abuse materials. The K-9 dogs can identify a unique chemical used on USB drives. This is helpful in prosecuting them. There are millions of people trafficked worldwide. Trafficking includes, but is not limited to, using people for forced labor, sexual exploitation and organ harvesting. Traffickers see the unsettled situations, such as the displacement of people during war in the Ukraine as an opportunity for exploitation. O.U.R. provides “Aftercare” to equip the survivors with safe accommodations. They give personalized care and offer life skills to reduce the victim’s vulnerability and restore their dignity. For more information, you can visit www.ourrescue.org online. Offering envelopes will be on the offering table for your use.
STOLTE SCHOLARSHIP
The Stolte Scholarship Fund was established in 1973 in memory of Rev. Robert H. Stolte. The fund provides a one-time grant of $1000 to an individual in the greater Hanover area pursuing a career in the field of ministry, missions, or humanitarian service. The administration of the fund is handled by the Hanover Area Council of Churches. The applicant must submit an application form and submit a brief summary of their call into the field and their future vocational goals. They should be an active member of a church, with good moral character and high scholastic ability. Application forms are available in area high school guidance offices, seminary financial aid offices, and at the Hanover Area Council of Churches. The deadline for applications is April 23, 2024.
HOMEWOOD BENEVOLENT FUND OFFERING Offering Date: May 12th MOTHER’s DAY OFFERING
The Benevolent Fund Offering helps Homewood to fill in the gaps on finances for those who are no longer able to contribute to their care. Residents are never asked to leave due to financial reasons. Regardless of income levels, everyone at Homewood is treated with dignity and respect. Our contributions will help to provide continued care for those that need it the most. Envelopes are on the offering table. Thank you for your support.
THANKS FOR THESE HEARTFELT DONATIONS
HANOVER AREA COUNCIL OF CHURCHES: “GET INVOLVED”
The Council of Churches is very busy every day of the week. They rely heavily on the work of their wonderful volunteers. Without volunteers, the Council cannot fulfill God’s mission to provide resources to our community. Stop in to see how the Council works, volunteer your time and talent whenever you are able. Even an hour of time can help tremendously!
Don’t forget to check the donations list on the offering table for all of the Council Needs! Your help is very much appreciated!
Seeking volunteers in the following areas:
HACC CLOTHING BANK - "HEAVENLY CLOTHING BANK"
Open Tuesday and Thursdays from 9AM to Noon and Wednesday evenings from 6—8PM. Also the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 9AM to Noon
O.U.R. Offering – April 14th OPERATION UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
This non-profit organization works in the USA and abroad to free victims of human trafficking, assist with their aftercare and develop relationships with law enforcement to offer resources for criminal investigations: In 2023 they were involved in 4000 operations, and 6500 arrests. They have impacted over 7000 lives. They have added a K-9 program that helps to locate USB devices on the criminals that store child sexual abuse materials. The K-9 dogs can identify a unique chemical used on USB drives. This is helpful in prosecuting them. There are millions of people trafficked worldwide. Trafficking includes, but is not limited to, using people for forced labor, sexual exploitation and organ harvesting. Traffickers see the unsettled situations, such as the displacement of people during war in the Ukraine as an opportunity for exploitation. O.U.R. provides “Aftercare” to equip the survivors with safe accommodations. They give personalized care and offer life skills to reduce the victim’s vulnerability and restore their dignity. For more information, you can visit www.ourrescue.org online. Offering envelopes will be on the offering table for your use.
STOLTE SCHOLARSHIP
The Stolte Scholarship Fund was established in 1973 in memory of Rev. Robert H. Stolte. The fund provides a one-time grant of $1000 to an individual in the greater Hanover area pursuing a career in the field of ministry, missions, or humanitarian service. The administration of the fund is handled by the Hanover Area Council of Churches. The applicant must submit an application form and submit a brief summary of their call into the field and their future vocational goals. They should be an active member of a church, with good moral character and high scholastic ability. Application forms are available in area high school guidance offices, seminary financial aid offices, and at the Hanover Area Council of Churches. The deadline for applications is April 23, 2024.
HOMEWOOD BENEVOLENT FUND OFFERING Offering Date: May 12th MOTHER’s DAY OFFERING
The Benevolent Fund Offering helps Homewood to fill in the gaps on finances for those who are no longer able to contribute to their care. Residents are never asked to leave due to financial reasons. Regardless of income levels, everyone at Homewood is treated with dignity and respect. Our contributions will help to provide continued care for those that need it the most. Envelopes are on the offering table. Thank you for your support.
THANKS FOR THESE HEARTFELT DONATIONS
- New Hope Ministries – New Oxford During the months of January and February we collected cleaning supplies and paper products. There were 82 items received with an estimated value of $750.00,
- For the Love of a Veteran During February we collected many items such as playing cards, puzzle books, candy, hygiene products, eyedrops, fruit cups, packs of crackers, and the list goes on and on! We received 464 items with an estimated value of $580. In addition, we received $60.00 in cash and a check from Fireside Friends for another $200.00 in cash. The recipients were quite grateful for our donations, since their stock was running low. This will be a great boost to show appreciation for our troops.
- HACC- Donations During the months of January and February, we received $275.00 worth of hygiene products and food items for the Hanover Area Council of Churches.
- Holy Joe’s Café – A combined total for the February 11th & March 3rd collections during Fellowship Sunday came to $102.36. Thank you so very much for all of the above contributions. We are showing the love of Christ by reaching out to others.
HANOVER AREA COUNCIL OF CHURCHES: “GET INVOLVED”
The Council of Churches is very busy every day of the week. They rely heavily on the work of their wonderful volunteers. Without volunteers, the Council cannot fulfill God’s mission to provide resources to our community. Stop in to see how the Council works, volunteer your time and talent whenever you are able. Even an hour of time can help tremendously!
Don’t forget to check the donations list on the offering table for all of the Council Needs! Your help is very much appreciated!
Seeking volunteers in the following areas:
- MEALS ON WHEELS: Runners and drivers to deliver hot meals to the homebound. 9:30am-11:00am Monday through Friday. (Volunteers can be flexible with available days.)
- CLOTHING BANK: Wash, sort and hang clothing. Organize household items, shoes, etc. Assist in sales on Tuesday and Thursday 9am-Noon. Load and deliver overflow donations to Community Aid.
- CHANGING LIVES SHELTER: The shelter is looking for groups to provide evening programs, such as game nights, crafts, worship and more! You can shine positive light into the lives of those in need.
- PAL PROGRAM: Volunteers are needed to sort food donations, make donation pickups from local vendors and more. Hours are typically 8:30am-12:30pm.
HACC CLOTHING BANK - "HEAVENLY CLOTHING BANK"
Open Tuesday and Thursdays from 9AM to Noon and Wednesday evenings from 6—8PM. Also the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 9AM to Noon