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August 28, 2025
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by cefiggins
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Growing in Faith Through Serving-August 2025

Growing in Faith Through Serving

August has been filled with opportunities to love our neighbors well. From Back-to-School events to our Cooling Center for our unhoused neighbors, we’ve seen the power of showing up in Jesus’ name.When we serve, we don’t just meet practical needs—we grow spiritually. Jesus reminds us:
“Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.” (Mark 10:43)

As we move into this next season, let’s ask ourselves: How is God forming me as I serve others?

Current Opportunities

School Outreach Crew Leader – Becky David Elementary

We are looking for a Crew Leader to help us love and support the teachers, students, and families of Becky David Elementary. This role acts as a liasion between HCC and Becky David. The crew leader communicates with volunteers, helps create serving opportunities, and shares prayer requests with the School Outreach crew. If you are interested in learning more about this email Carissa at cfiggins@harvester.cc

School C.A.F.E.

Join us in building strong school–community partnerships through Community And Family Engagement (C.A.F.E.). HCC is hosting a community breakfast on Wednesday, September 10th, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Some of our local school principals will share their goals and unmet needs. The broader community of our church, other churches, non-profits that serve children, legislators, community leaders, and concerned neighbors will make an action plan for each school with 3, 6, and 9-month goals to better serve students, teachers, and families. Together, we can meet real needs in our local schools. Registration is required. Please share this form with your circles, small business owners, and service organizations before 9/3.

Math Tutors Needed – Central Elementary

Do you enjoy math and encouraging kids? Central Elementary needs math tutors to walk with students toward success! FHSD reached out specifically to Harvester Christian Church to recruit volunteers to serve two days a week for an hour each time during the school day. The commitment is only for 6 weeks at a time. Volunteers will need to complete the FHSD video-based volunteer training and background check, regardless of whether you have an active background check with HCC. HCC will reimburse you for that cost. If you are interested in serving in this capacity, your first step is to complete this FHSD Google form. 

September Book Discussion

Grace Can Lead Us Home: A Christian Call to End Homelessness. From this book, we hope to learn more about unpacking the complexities around homelessness that may lead us to apathy and inaction. We hope to learn more about how HCC might be a part of changing the landscape of homelessness in our community. If you would like a copy of the book, please email Carissa. We will discuss the book on Monday, September 29th, at 6:30 p.m.

📅 Looking Ahead

September Serving Opportunities

  • School Outreach Monthly Pray and Prep| Monday, September 8, 6:30 p.m. in the Annex.

  • School C.A.F.E.| Wednesday, September 10, 7:30 a.m. in the Family Life Center

  • The Sharing Shed | 3rd Saturday of each month, 9–11 a.m. and 4th Wednesday of each month

  • See You At The Pole| Wednesday, September 24, 7:00 a.m. at Barnwell Middle
  • LO/GS Coaches & Leaders Gathering| Wednesday, September 24 6:30 p.m. in the Mission Cafe for Food Pantry, Local Outreach, and Guest Services leaders and coaches

  • Grace Can Lead Us Home Book Discussion | Monday, September 29, 6:30 p.m. Location TBD

  • Monthly School Outreach Pray & Prep | Monday, October 6, 6:30 p.m. Annex

  • * Tentative Harvest Ridge Trunk or Treat| Sunday, October 12 5 p.m. Harvest Ridge Elementary
  • Safe Families Training #3| Monday, October 13, 6:30 p.m. Annex
  • Safe Families Training #4 Monday, October 20, 6:30 p.m. Annex
  • The Sharing Shed | 3rd Saturday of each month, 9–11 a.m. and 4th Wednesday of each month
  • *Tentative Boys and Girls Club Trunk or Treat| Saturday, October 25 Boys and Girls Club O’Fallon

✍️ Take Your Next Step

Ready to serve? Know someone who has been wanting to get plugged into serving outside the walls of Harvester? 
Fill out the Volunteer Interest Sign-Up Form here: https://harvestercc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/265/responses/new

Together, we are leading people to find and follow Jesus through generosity, justice, and joyful service.

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March 3, 2025
in Church, Community Partner, HCC, Local, Ministry Partner, Outreach, Safe Families for Children, School Outreach, Serve Teams, The Sharing Shed, Uncategorized
by cefiggins
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March 2025 Edition: What’s Coming in HCC Local Outreach & Beyond

March 2025 Edition: What’s Coming in HCC Local Outreach & Beyond
Thank You Father

On Sunday Nikomas preached on Gratitude. I had the vantage point of sitting up top during the third service. As I looked down I saw two of our warming center guests praising God with all of their might during a sermon on gratitude I saw one of our members who I know is battling harsh health issues praising with all their might during a sermon on gratitude. I saw one of our Local Outreach volunteers who I know is going through a rough family season praising with all of their might during a sermon on gratitude. That was one of the “Thank You Fathers” I wrote down in my phone. Thank you Father for examples of spiritual giants who praise you and thank you and keep a laser focus on you no matter what life throws their way.” I would love for you to share one of your “Thank You Fathers” in the comments of the blog!

Local Outreach Updates:
In order to focus on the For The One Campaign we had very few events in February. But if you attended one of the vision nights I know you got a piece of the momentum and excitement. I personally loved when we turned to our neighbors and prayed with 3-4 people seated around us for courage and for our One. Be sure to sign up for a time slot for the 24 Hours of Prayer. Commitment Sunday is coming up on March 9th. Continue praying about how God wants you to share his gifts to go above and beyond your normal giving.

I have been working hard to build out this blog with useful information. You can now find an overview of all current serving opportunities as well as many specific volunteer descriptions. Make it a goal to share those links with people in your small group this month.

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February 27, 2025
in Church, HCC, Local, Outreach, School Outreach, Volunteer Spotlight
by cefiggins
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Volunteer Job Description: School Outreach Crew Member

Volunteer Job Description: School Outreach Crew Member

Position Title: School Outreach Crew Member

Vision: To meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of students, teachers, staff, and/or families while building trusting relationships that lead them to find and follow Jesus.

 Purpose:

  • Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.”
  • To support local schools through various service projects, encouragement of teachers, and maintenance activities. Volunteers will also participate in monthly meetings for prayer and preparation of upcoming needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Participate in at least one school support activity per month. Activities may include:

  • Supporting school events
  • Encouraging teachers through thank you notes, small gifts, or other forms of appreciation
  • Providing maintenance assistance as needed
  • Prepping food for the Food Back Pack program
  • Sorting and organizing backpacks and school supplies

Attend monthly meetings at Harvester Christian Church to:

  • Pray for the schools, teachers, students, and upcoming activities
  • Prepare supplies for upcoming service projects
  • Handwrite thank you notes to teachers and staff
  • Assemble gifts for teachers and staff

Qualifications:

  • Commitment to the mission and values of Harvester Christian Church through membership
  • Completion of Belong and/or Discover Harvester class (not required but highly recommended)
  • FHSD Background Check (not required but highly recommended
  • A heart for serving the community and supporting local schools
  • Good organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work well in a team and follow instructions

Time Commitment:

  • At least one service activity per month at a local school
  • One monthly meeting at Harvester Christian Church for prayer and preparation

 Benefits:

  • Opportunity to make a positive impact on local schools and the community
  • Fellowship and connection with other church members
  • Spiritual growth through prayer and service

 

Contact:

For more information or to sign up, please contact

Carissa Figgins

Local Outreach Pastor

cfiggins@harvester.cc

 

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From the HCC Outreach Team:

Thanks so much for stopping by the Harvester Christian Church Outreach Team’s blog! We hope you find this resource helpful, insightful and encouraging as we strive to Unleash the Hope of Jesus back into our world!

This resource belongs to Harvester Christian Church in St. Charles, Mo.