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August 27 & 28 Fighting hunger and feeding families is what we’re all about – but we can’t do it without YOU and our community coming together as one to help those in need. Join in on Saturday, August 27 and Sunday, August 28 for a community-wide food drive that will benefit all local food pantries through distribution of goods by Midwest Food Bank. We’re partnering with many grocery stores in our area, all collecting food for those in need all on the same weekend! Come by, join the fun, and bless those in need.

There are two opportunities to be part of Food4All: 1) Volunteer and share your love for others with the community. Volunteers

will cover 2-hour shifts and serve as greeters, hosts, loaders, and goodwill ambassadors for Christ.

Sign up at: signupgenius.com/go/5080f45acaf22a13-central 2) Shop at one of 19 participating stores and bring your donated goods to the

trucks in the parking lot! There are Aldi, Kroger, and Hyvee stores participating all around Central Illinois.

August 2016

American Red Cross Blood Drive: Ready to exercise your Bless Mode? The Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive at Knoxville Campus on Tuesday, August 16 from 1:00 - 6:00PM. Across the US this summer, there is a shortage of blood supply for people in need. Join us in blessing others and saving a life. One unit donated saves up to three lives. Registration recommended, but walk-ins accepted.  

Register here:  www.redcrossblood.org/give/drive/driveSearchList.jsp?zipSponsor=0402910

Contact jadaann@gmail.com with questions.

See reverse side for more from Jada Hoerr, event coordinator, on why you should get involved and the various ways to do so!

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PEACE Gatherings Next Gathering: August 12 at 6:30pm, Parkway Campus Come enjoy a time of fellowship and community with others passionate about serving God and being a blessing outside the walls of the church. Learn from one another about what is happening in our community and beyond.

American Red Cross Blood Drive: Interview with Jada Hoerr, Blood Drive Organizer

1) What made you decide to host a blood drive? 

My sister has autoimmune hepatitis. Essentially, her body attacks her liver. On her health journey she has had many stints that she was transfusion dependent. Her life was dependent on blood donors.  I myself have not given in years and I realized my need to give to support my sister and the millions of people like her who need donor blood to live. Simply donating didn't seem like enough. I wanted to encourage everyone to give.  I know I can't control my sister's health and her journey, but I felt called to do something in her honor. 

2) Why Richwoods?

As a believer in Jesus, the concept of saving blood is very real to me!  When considering a location for the drive, I immediately thought of the church.  What better place to collect blood to save lives!  Also, the Red Cross is always looking for new donors and willing to establish new relationships with donor locations. 

3) Why should I donate blood? 

Today there is a shortage in the Red Cross banks across the country.  An average day requires 95,000 units. The Red Cross is operating at 80,000 units this summer.  Every unit saves 3 lives.  There is a clear need and an opportunity to bless others in ways we will never know!

4) I'm unable to donate blood, are there any other ways to be involved? 

Yes, if you can't donate, we still need you!   1) invite your friends to register  2) volunteer to work the drive 3) volunteer to make cookies or bring snacks to the blood drive  4) pray for a successful event. 

Richwoods is excited to host this inaugural conference on September 16 & 17, and much help is needed! This two-day event will require at least 100 volunteers. Volunteers are needed for a range of activities from hospitality to greeting, set-up to technical assistance, grounds care to escorts for speakers…the list goes on. We are excited for the opportunity to host this conference and inspire, encourage, and equip pastors from small churches around the midwest and beyond. If you are interested in helping make this dream a reality, visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/95cVolunteers. Thanks for taking a minute to consider being part of this milestone event! #ExploreBlessings #95c2016