2007 Christmas Store
The 2007 Christmas Store is a partnership between Mile High Ministries and
Pathways Church. Last year was our first year with this event and we were
able to serve over 200 families in the Denver Metro Area. This year’s store
will be on December 8th at the Temple Events Center.
The Christmas Store provides the opportunity for Denver moms and dads to purchase brand new toys at 25% of the retail cost. The atmosphere of the store affirms and supports the parent's efforts to provide for their families. Parents are invited to participate by churches and ministries who serve the poor in Denver's inner city. Dignity is as much a product of the store as the toys.
There are three ways that you can be involved in this event:
Seek
We are asking that you would seek out families who might benefit from the Christmas Store. Maybe in your job, your neighborhood, small group, whatever your circle of influence - if you identify a family who may need some assistance in their Christmas shopping this year, you can nominate them for the Christmas store. There is a limited number of slots so contact Dave Neuhausel (daven@pathwayschurch.org) by November 20th to nominate a family.
Serve
You also can serve by volunteering on the day of the store. We are in need of lots of different help like: gift-wrapping, greeter, hospitality, shopper assistance, parking assistance, bilingual help!
You must be available for the entire event to volunteer! You must RSVP by either calling the voicemail registration system: 303-839-5198 or via email: cs@milehighmin.org (Be sure to include your name, phone number, address and the role you would most prefer to serve in - first come, first serve!
Sponsor
Finally, this year we have the opportunity to sponsor a child in Denver who will benefit from the Christmas Store. On the tree are ornaments (made by our children at Pathways in the children’s ministry!) It costs us $37.60 to povide two gifts for each child shopped for at the event, while it only costs the family $5 per gift!
You may have noticed a Christmas tree at one of the services you attended at Pathways. Each ornament on the tree (made by our own Pathways children's ministry) represents different designations: a gift = $20, a child = $40, a family = $80, $120, or $160.
In the next several weeks until Christmas you can choose an ornament from the tree that represents the sponsorship you would like to make on behalf of a child or family who will benefit from the store. There is a box next to the tree where you can drop cash or a check (make checks payable to Pathways Church) that matches the ornament you choose. You can also sponsor a child from our website Take the ornament home and put it on your own tree or in a place that will be a reminder to you about families all across Denver who will benefit from the store.
The more sponsorships we receive, the bigger our impact will be and the more families who will be able to participate in the store!
Click here to sponsor a child or family for the Christmas Store!
If you have any other questions about the Christmas Store contact Dave Neuhausel (daven@pathwayschurch.org)
SOJU Group - Change of format!!!
Social Justice Group - The social justice group no longer meets on the first Tuesday of each month. We have now moved to quarterly, seminar-style meetings. The next seminar is on October 20th at the Temple Events Center from 9:45am-2pm. We will be exploring the topic of Consumerism and its effects domestically and abroad. Please come and join us! For more information or to RSVP, contact Stephanie Burnett (halfpipesb@yahoo.com)
ServeDenver
Serving the city through Pathways Church
To be notified about upcoming volunteer opportunities, join the Serve Denver email listserv! Send a blank email to: servedenver-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
Whiz Kids — www.whizkidstutoring.com
Make a difference in the life of an at-risk student through tutoring once a week during the school year at Pathways Uptown. Contact Matt Wolfe (mt@netpenthe.com | 303.521.0045) to sign up or for more information.
Friends for Youth — www.friendsforyouth.com
Make a difference in the life of a teen through mentoring. Attend one of the upcoming orientations for group and individual mentoring. Contact Becky Slamal (beckys@friendsforyouth.com | 303.756.9285 x112) for upcoming orientations or more information.
Project C.U.R.E. — www.projectcure.org/cure —
Help pack life-saving medical supplies at the Project C.U.R.E. warehouse for people in need worldwide. Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Contact Janna Petrie (janna.petrie@uch.edu | 303.372.0227) or Tim Johnson (tjohns49506@yahoo.com | 303.725.8091) to sign up or for more information.
Urban Peak — www.urbanpeak.org —
Prepare and serve dinner for homeless youth at the Urban Peak shelter the first and second Fridays of each month. Contact Dave (daven@pathwayschurch.org | 303.761.9464 x209) or Rose Saal (tpsaal@msn.com | 303.588.6002) to sign up or for more information.
Xylem Family Resource — www.xylemfamily.org — Web Designer Needed
Provide meals or help with errands and light household tasks for new families or those experiencing hardship. Xylem Family Resource is a Christian ministry that offers a wide-range of services and resources from childbirth education, pregnancy support, doula/birthing coaches, and post-partum support, to age-specific parenting classes, in-home family coaching, playgroups, as well as baby sign language workshops, and parent and child classes. Contact Tara Wood (tara@xylemfamily.org | 303.756.0951) to volunteer or for more information.
Dry Bones - www.drybonesdenver.org
Sharing and Loving the way of Jesus, this ministry focuses on meeting the physical and spiritual needs of homeless youth and young adults in the urban Denver area. You can serve alongside this ministry through various means. Contact Rebekah (rebekah.duke@hotmail.com | 303-250-4410 for more information.
Inner-City Health Clinic - www.innercityhealth.com
A private, non-profit, volunteer based health care facility committed to improving the health of low-income and medically uninsured families. Their primary motivation is to express love for Jesus Christ, love for people, and deep concern for their physical, emotional, and spiritual well being. Contact Dave Neuhausel (daven@pathwayschurch.org) for more information on how your can serve with the ICHC.
Alternatives Pregnancy Center — www.apcdenver.org
Support women and men who are faced with the decisions involved in facing an unplanned pregnancy by volunteering as a pregnancy decision or post-abortion counselor, being part of the 24-hour helpline team, or providing office help. Contact Karla Bebber (apcauraria@aol.com | 303.623.0860) for upcoming trainings or more information.
HIV Care Link — www.hivcarelink.org
Serve the HIV+ and AIDS community by helping HIV Care Link clients with household projects, moving, and a variety of other activities. Contact Carrie DenBleyker (carrie@hivcarelink.org | 303.382.1344) for upcoming trainings or more information.
Forgotten Treasures
Serve elderly and care-bound patients at a relatively under-served care facility. This Pathways group aims to befriend and love an often-forgotten population (both young and old) by singing and/or visiting with them 2 sundays a month for 1-2 hours. Contact Holly johnson (hollyjohn@earthlink.net) or Alison Schofield (horsevaulter@hotmail.com) for more information.
ServeGlobal
Serving Internationally through Pathways Church
ServeGlobal Serving Team Application Packets (Application, Recommendation, Liability Form, Emergency Form, Checklist)
- ServeGlobal Team Application (pdf, 49k)
- ServeGlobal Recomendation Form (pdf, 58k)
- Liability Form (pdf, 50k)
- Emergency Contact Form (pdf, 40k)
- Application Checklist (pdf, 30k)
ServeDenver/ServeGlobal Missionary Support Application (Pathways Serving team members NOT eligible)
- Missionary Support Application (pdf, 73k)
Rwanda Team - Team Full
February 23 - March 8, 2008
Download the Rwanda Information Packet
Partnering with Food for the Hungry, this team will travel to Rwanda to assist in a variety of community development oriented projects.
Mexico Team
March 24-30, 2008
Download the Mexico Information Packet
Partnering with S.O.S. Ministires, this team travels to Matamoras, Mexico to build a house for a family and also to serve in the soup kitchens.
Nepal Team
April 12-26 , 2008
Download the Nepal Information Packet
Partnering with ServLife International, this team travels to Nepal to work with the ServLife Children’s Center and the new Pastoral Traning Center in Kathmandu.
New Orleans Team
May 11-17 , 2008
Download the New Orleans Information Packet
Partnering with Urban Impact, this team will travel to New Orleans to take part in the continuing clean up and rebuilding efforts.
ServeGlobal Yahoo Group
To be notified about upcoming international serving opportunities, join Pathways International Outreach Yahoo Group!
Send a blank email to: pathwaysinternationaloutreach-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
