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Every member has a ministry at Myers Park Presbyterian Church. Here we serve others as disciples of Christ—not as volunteers. Why? For us, the world is our classroom, Christ is our teacher, and glorifying God is our mission. This makes the faces of discipleship unique but the experience of transformation universal. Join us and serve.

ADMINISTRATION

ADULT EDUCATION

INREACHINREACH

Columbarium Garden MinistryAssist in the operations of the columbarium wall and garden. Contact Julie Broadway at 704.927.1288 or [email protected].

Facilities Committee Help oversee our campus facilities’ maintenance and systems. Contact Julie Broadway at 704.927.1288 or [email protected].

Myers Park Presbyterian Church CooksBecome a chef’s assistant by helping with food preparation, table setting and serving. Ongoing opportunities are as follows: Tuesdays, 1-3 p.m., food preparation; Wednesdays, 4:30-7 p.m., set-up and serving; help as needed for special events. Contact Mimi Rees at 704.927.1248 or [email protected].

Reception DeskExtend hospitality to church visitors, aid staff with easy projects, sign for packages and answer the phones. Occasionally, we need assistance manning the reception desk for a few hours a day. Basic training is provided. Contact Bryn Miles at 704.376.3695 or [email protected].

Academy Teachers for AdultsShare your academic expertise or the results of a lifetime of learning by developing and teaching classes that are four- to 10-weeks in duration; college level presentations are the norm and a written proposal is required.

Adult Educational Working GroupsDevelop ideas and implement programs in any of these ongoing and new areas of focus: Sunday School classes, speaker/lecture series, small groups, Bible studies, educational tours, book club series and special events.

Sunday School Teachers for Adults(single or multiple

Sunday morning sessions).

Adult Educational Ministry TeamPlan and coordinate overall educational ministry to adults.

Small Groups Ministry TeamResearch what other churches are doing with small groups, catalogue existing groups, and assist the adult education ministry team in creating a small groups program.

Present work-related topics or share your passion for some topic of study to help adults grow in faith

The Academy BoardOversee program, help plan curriculum and publicize offerings; board members serve one- to three-year term(s).

Adult Educational Ministry TeamPlan and coordinate overall educational ministry to adults.

Small Groups Ministry TeamResearch what other churches are doing with small groups, catalogue existing groups, and assist the adult education ministry team in creating a small groups program.

Present work-related topics or share your passion for some topic of study to help adults grow in faith

The Academy BoardOversee program, help plan curriculum and publicize offerings; board members serve one- to three-year term(s).

CONTACT BECKY KEARNS AT 704.927.1275 OR [email protected].

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Art & the Bible Assistant*Assist with art activities and supervise children on Wednesday evenings from 5–6 p.m.

Mission Kids* Chaperone outreach events for fourth- and fifth-grade children during the Sunday School year.

Seasonal & Special Events*Plan, coordinate or assist with our Walk to Jerusalem (April) or other special events.

Sunday School Teams*Provide teacher support as a Live B.I.G. assistant or serve on a classroom teaching team Sunday mornings from September to May.

Tapestry Disciple* Nurture and work with our special-needs children during worship. Third Grade Bible Luncheon Assistant*Help set up the Bible presentation luncheon for third-graders and their families.

2012 Vacation Church Camp*Explore and discover God July 23–27 in this formative experience for the children of our church and community. Your help is needed in the following ways: acting as a classroom guide, assisting in the art studio, helping in the science lab, singing and dancing, setting up for the picnic, and serving as a member of the outreach team.

Wee Worship Disciple* Care and interact with preschool 3s through transitional kindergarten children during Sundayworship services.

CHILDREN & THEIR FAMILIESContact Ginny McCullough at 704.927.1271 or [email protected].

* REQUIRES CHILD AND YOUTH PROTECTION CERTIFICATION.

CONGREGATIONAL LIFEWellness Ministry*Assist others in experiencing the mind, body and spirit connection as a coach, instructor or assistant in our wellness ministry. Contact Mary Yorke Oates at 704.342.0070 or [email protected].

Every Member Has a MinistryInspire others to engage in ministry through new member classes and help plan and organize our congregation’s annual discernment and commitment activities. Contact Betty Hechenbleikner at 704.377.6836 or [email protected].

Hospitality TeamServe as an ambassador on Sunday mornings or at special events by greeting, answering questions and providing information to members and guests. This is a fun and easy way to get plugged into our church. No previous experience is required. Contact Steve Mezardjian at 704.995.6726 or [email protected].

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Ministry to New MembersProvide hospitality to new members during the new member classes, on Sundays when they join and afterwards as they transition into membership. Contact Susan Tome at 704.927.1261 or [email protected].

Mingles Ministry LeadershipTake part in the steering, outreach, educational and social committees of this vibrant ministry which provides growth, education and fellowship opportunities to 30-50-year-old single adults. Contact Marie Bannister at [email protected].

Presbyterian Women LeadershipServe as a small group leader, planning council member or a special event/activity coordinator. This diverse assembly of women is committed to spiritual discipleship, the study of God's word, and serving Christ through missions. Contact Liza Sippe at 704.364.0701 or [email protected].

Trinity Leadership TeamJoin others in their 20s and 30s to plan opportunities for coming together in fellowship and study. Contact Alston Robertson at [email protected].

Women's Retreat TeamPlan and organize a weekend of spiritual reflection, renewal and relaxation for the women of our church – includes speaker selection, worship and music planning, registration and hospitality. Contact Teresa Wolhbruck at 704.366.0123 or [email protected].

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Children's Choirs Helpers*Channel your love for children by assisting our music directors with taking attendance and monitoring the church/parent transition.

Handbell Helpers*Help instill a love of music in our children by assisting with taking attendance and monitoring the church/parent transition.

Youth Choir Helpers*Foster this vibrant group's development in one of two ways. Take roll and monitor behavior during weekly rehearsals or assist with robes, worship assembly, clean-up and breakfast coordination on Sundays when we participate in worship.

Choirs and MusiciansLift your vocal and instrumental talents in worship through one of our choirs, instrumental ensembles or contemporary band.

Music Ministry Support TeamProvide assistance and leadership in budget and personnel planning, endowment supervision, choral mission trip scheduling, instrument maintenance, program development, facilities liaison, and worship council music ministry representation.

CONTACT KATIE BRIGULIO AT 704.927.1252 OR [email protected].

* REQUIRES CHILD AND YOUTH PROTECTION CERTIFICATION. CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR CLASSES.

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PASTORAL CARE

STEWARDSHIP

Church FriendsForge intergenerational friendships and help our homebound members stay connected to the church community. Contact Marshall Fitzgerald at 704.342.1921 or [email protected].

Funeral HostsOffer hospitality to grieving families and their guests by serving as a Heavenly Host at weekday church funeral receptions. Contact Carol Ruhl at 704.927.1251 or [email protected].

Funeral Sound Assistant Learn to operate the sanctuary sound system used during funeral services. Contact Carol Ruhl at 704.927.1251 or [email protected].

Health Ministry TeamHelp coordinate a monthly free community clinic, hold health information seminars, conduct blood drives, and loan basic medical equipment to members. Contact Ben Speir at 704.643.4314 or [email protected].

Helping Hands Build relationships with fellow members by assisting with carpentry, gardening and other light household tasks. Contact Jim Kothe at 704.339.0565 or [email protected].

Meal MinistryServe others joyfully with a delicious, well-balanced meal—a vital necessity during times of need. Contact Betsy Anderson at 704.334.4498 or [email protected].

Prayer MinistryParticipate in and coordinate our church's intercessory prayer team, centering prayer group and Christian meditation. This ministry offers special prayer services during Lent and Advent. Contact Steve Wooley at 704.542.0115 or [email protected].

Funeral UshersDistribute bulletins and assist guests with seating and campus directions. Contact Carol Ruhl at 704.927.1251 or [email protected].

Stephen MinistryHelp fellow members with one-on-one, confidential, distinctively Christian care during times of transition such as death, job loss and illness; requires 50 hours of training and two-year service commitment. Contact Wayne Felton at 704.543.4188 or [email protected].

Sunday TransportationProvide senior adult bus transportation to and from Sharon Towers and The Cypress for 11 a.m. Sunday worship and other special services as needed; no special license required. Contact Eli Smyth at 704.553.2653 or [email protected].

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Stewardship Ministry TeamPlan and execute our financial stewardship emphasis, which includes publicity, member contact and post-campaign follow-up. Contact Sean Mitchell at 704.927.1287 or [email protected].

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YOUTH & THEIR FAMILIESCONTACT [email protected] UNLESS A LAY LEADER IS INDICATED.

Class Dinner Coordinator Help plan seven monthly dinners for each grade from September to April. Also, recruit class dinner hosts and work to provide publicity for this small group activity. Contact Carter Payne at [email protected].

Class Dinner Host*Build relationships with youth in a single grade by planning and leading a monthly dinner. Contact [email protected]

Confirmation Small Group Leader*Facilitate small group discussions and build relationships with eighth-grade youth during August-February confirmation sessions.

WORSHIPCelebrate Lay ReadersRead scripture and offer the Prayer for Illumination in the 8:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday morning service. Contact Sherrard Georgius at 704.365.1155 or [email protected].

Celebrate UshersPrepare the outreach center for worship, welcome and assist the congregation, distribute bulletins and collect the offering on a one-month rotation, three times each year at 8:45 or 11 a.m. services. Contact Joe Grier at [email protected].

Communion PreparationPurchase and prepare the communion elements for Sunday services; four teams serve on a rotating monthly schedule. Contact Jo Stewart at [email protected].

Flower MinistryBrighten the lives of others as we rearrange and distribute worship service flowers to our members living in retirement centers. For more information, contact Catherine Harkey at 704.364.7484 or [email protected].

Sanctuary KeepersReplenish the pew racks in the sanctuary on a one-month rotating schedule. Contact Kathryn Johnson at 704.846.6179 or [email protected].

Sanctuary Lay ReadersRead scripture and offer the Prayer for Illumination in the 8:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday morning service. Contact Nancy Kramer at 704.333.1981 or [email protected].

Sanctuary UshersWelcome and assist the congregation, distribute bulletins, and collect the offering on a one-month rotation at the 8:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday morning service. Contact Kemp Dunaway at [email protected].

Sound System Control the sound system for the sanctuary services at the 8:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday morning service. Contact Ken Ward at 704.366.4626 [email protected].

Wedding TeamAssist our wedding directors as they finalize details and help make the wedding a positive and meaningful one for our brides, grooms and their families. Contact Betty Bridges at 704.377.0749 or Ann Ward at 704.364.5701.


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Fundraising Team*Assist two to three youth in planning and implementing fundraising projects. Contact Tammy Lee at [email protected].

Hospitality Coordinator*Create a place of welcome for our youth and provide extra hospitality at our special events.

Major Event CoordinatorPlan and lead one of our major youth events including our Fall kickoff and senior recognition. Contact Liz Corsig at [email protected]

Parent Workshop CoordinatorPlan and staff three workshops each year for our parents.

Scout Leader*Strengthen the leaders of tomorrow with this vibrant ministry. Opportunities are available for male and female leaders. Contact Roger Gebhart at [email protected].

Small Group Co-Leader*Nurture and build rapport with small groups of middle school youth (grades 6-8) or high school youth (grades 9-12).

Sunday School Teacher*Lead our youth in discussions relevant to their faith on Sunday mornings as part of a rotating teaching team using a curriculum that is interactive and easy to facilitate; choose from sixth-, seventh- or eighth-grade classes or the combined ninth- through twelfth-grade class. Contact Carter Payne at [email protected]. Youth Advisor*Plan and lead regular Sunday night youth fellowship. Our goal is to build relationships with youth through fellowship, service, study and worship. Contact Carter Payne at [email protected].

Youth Council Action Team*Take a leadership role in our youth ministry by joining one of the following action teams: welcome team, outreach and mission, discipleship, or community of faith. The teams will meet Sept. 25 and Nov. 20. Contact co-chairs of our youth council, Rob Willingham at [email protected] or Caroline Stewart at [email protected] if you are interested in serving.

Youth Event Chaperone*Chaperone our youth on trips, retreats and special events.

Youth Fellowship Dinner Team*Further our youth fellowship by helping with one or two Sunday evening dinners on the following dates: Jan. 22, 29; Feb. 12, 26; March 11, 18. Help is needed setting up as well as organizing and planning the dinner team calendar. Meals are prepared by the church.

Youth Lemonade on the Lawn HostShare hospitality with the congregation this summer by helping staff this fellowship event on three Sundays immediately following worship.

Fundraising Team*Assist two to three youth in planning and implementing fundraising projects. Contact Tammy Lee at [email protected].

Hospitality Coordinator*Create a place of welcome for our youth and provide extra hospitality at our special events.

Major Event CoordinatorPlan and lead one of our major youth events including our Fall kickoff and senior recognition. Contact Liz Corsig at [email protected]

Parent Workshop CoordinatorPlan and staff three workshops each year for our parents.

Scout Leader*Strengthen the leaders of tomorrow with this vibrant ministry. Opportunities are available for male and female leaders. Contact Roger Gebhart at [email protected].

Small Group Co-Leader*Nurture and build rapport with small groups of middle school youth (grades 6-8) or high school youth (grades 9-12).

Sunday School Teacher*Lead our youth in discussions relevant to their faith on Sunday mornings as part of a rotating teaching team using a curriculum that is interactive and easy to facilitate; choose from sixth-, seventh- or eighth-grade classes or the combined ninth- through twelfth-grade class. Contact Carter Payne at [email protected]. Youth Advisor*Plan and lead regular Sunday night youth fellowship. Our goal is to build relationships with youth through fellowship, service, study and worship. Contact Carter Payne at [email protected].

Youth Council Action Team*Take a leadership role in our youth ministry by joining one of the following action teams: welcome team, outreach and mission, discipleship, or community of faith. The teams will meet Sept. 25 and Nov. 20. Contact co-chairs of our youth council, Rob Willingham at [email protected] or Caroline Stewart at [email protected] if you are interested in serving.

Youth Event Chaperone*Chaperone our youth on trips, retreats and special events.

Youth Fellowship Dinner Team*Further our youth fellowship by helping with one or two Sunday evening dinners on the following dates: Jan. 22, 29; Feb. 12, 26; March 11, 18. Help is needed setting up as well as organizing and planning the dinner team calendar. Meals are prepared by the church.

Youth Lemonade on the Lawn HostShare hospitality with the congregation this summer by helping staff this fellowship event on three Sundays immediately following worship.

YOUTH & THEIR FAMILIES CONTINUEDCONTACT [email protected].

* REQUIRES CHILD AND YOUTH PROTECTION CERTIFICATION.

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A Child’s PlaceUse your time and skills to meet one-time needs at A Child's Place, an agency that provides support and care to homeless children in the school system. Options include hosting birthday parties, holiday gift-wrapping sessions, serving as a lunch buddy, or preparing a meal with friends for the monthly parent/child training meetings.

Double Oaks Child Development CenterLend support to this recently re-opened organization in the following areas: administration and strategic planning, finance, personnel, fundraising/grant writing, technology, public relations and facility management. Contact Sandy Weathersbee at 704.355.3800 or [email protected].

Contact Jen Yoger at 704.343.3790 or [email protected].

Brookstone SchoolMentor and befriend an inner-city child, kindergarten through sixth-grade, by serving as a lunch buddy. Contact Patti Ratcliffe at [email protected].

Central Avenue Bilingual PreschoolTutor Spanish-speaking preschool children to help improve their level in English and excel in school. Contact Barbara Cantisano at [email protected] or 704.535.8080.

Jacob's LadderHelp the unemployed and underemployed with job readiness by serving as counselors/interviewers, resume writers and classroom helpers; administrative support and clothing boutique assistance also are needed. Contact Denise Moses at 704.332.5822, ext. 231, or [email protected].

Patricia Fields Scholarship College BuddyNurture talented, yet at-risk, scholarship students to heighten their college experience. Contact Judy Ranson at 704.376.5070 or [email protected].

The Learning Collaborative/ Family-to-FamilyBuild relationships with families in need through fellowship events. Church families are matched to build relationships with single mothers and their children. Contact Sally Helweg at 704.375.0593 or [email protected].

Contact Jen Yoger at 704.343.3790 or [email protected].

Brookstone SchoolMentor and befriend an inner-city child, kindergarten through sixth-grade, by serving as a lunch buddy. Contact Patti Ratcliffe at [email protected].

Central Avenue Bilingual PreschoolTutor Spanish-speaking preschool children to help improve their level in English and excel in school. Contact Barbara Cantisano at [email protected] or 704.535.8080.

Jacob's LadderHelp the unemployed and underemployed with job readiness by serving as counselors/interviewers, resume writers and classroom helpers; administrative support and clothing boutique assistance also are needed. Contact Denise Moses at 704.332.5822, ext. 231, or [email protected].

Patricia Fields Scholarship College BuddyNurture talented, yet at-risk, scholarship students to heighten their college experience. Contact Judy Ranson at 704.376.5070 or [email protected].

The Learning Collaborative/ Family-to-FamilyBuild relationships with families in need through fellowship events. Church families are matched to build relationships with single mothers and their children. Contact Sally Helweg at 704.375.0593 or [email protected].

A Common ThreadJoin this unique Myers Park ministry as they knit items, host an annual sale, and donate 100 percent of the proceeds toward building shallow wells in Malawi, Africa. Contact Harriet Pharr at 704.376.7901 or [email protected].

Charlotte Community Health ClinicContribute your gift of healing the first Thursday evening of each month to those who need, but cannot afford, healthcare. Physicians, physician assistants, nurses and bilingual interpreters are needed to help at the Charlotte Community Health Clinic. Contact Lorainne Byrd at 704.365.6181 or [email protected].

Florence CrittentonPromote health and hope for single, pregnant adolescents by providing homemade meals, facilitating activities, tutoring/mentoring residents, supplying childcare, and doing yardwork and landscaping. Contact Michelle Reader at 704.372.4663 or [email protected].

Friendship TraysDeliver encouragement and a warm meal weekly to the homes of elderly, handicapped and homebound individuals; delivery takes place during the lunch hour. Contact Patricia Joslin at 704.391.8025 or [email protected].

Harvest CenterOffer the homeless physical and spiritual support by cooking and serving breakfast and lunch Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays, and organizing donated clothing, shoes, coats and housewares. Contact Beth Bell at 704.554.8686 or [email protected].

Loaves & FishesAssist the working poor by sorting food in the uptown pantry at First Presbyterian Church. Disciples are needed Wednesdays from 1-4 p.m. Contact Jody Strange at 704.927.1282 or [email protected].

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SHELTERCharlotte Rescue MissionServe at these Christ-based recovery programs. Rebound is the 90-day residential substance abuse program for the 140 homeless or about to be homeless men. Dove’s Nest is the women’s program with 12 beds and a 120-day program for women who have become homeless due to addiction. For more information, c

meals; host cookouts, pizza or ice cream socials; teach craft skills; organize beauty afternoons; or provide office help

ontact Andria Tindall at 704.334.4635, ext. 214, or [email protected].

Crisis Assistance MinistryProvide assistance and advocacy for people in financial crisis. Tasks include financial assistance interviews, inspecting and sorting donated goods, entering data, and participating in furniture pick-up teams. To participate, e-mail [email protected].

Charlotte Family Housing—Family Promise and Hope TeamsUnite with Family Promise as we provide safe shelter, meals and support services for homeless families in the Cornerstone several weeks each year. Serve meals, spend the night and host weekend activities with Family Promise, or provide ongoing comfort and friendship to a homeless family by becoming part of a four- to six-person Hope team. Contact Barb Merlie at 704.743.7029 or [email protected] to serve with Family Promise or Leigh Brewer at 704.365.8738 or [email protected] to join a Hope Teams.

Habitat for HumanityWork alongside prospective owners on construction tasks and see lives transformed through home ownership. You may participate on a build locally or globally, work with family services or volunteer at the ReStore. Contact Brian Carney at [email protected].

McCreesh PlaceBrighten the lives of these disabled, formerly homeless men. Host a cookout; watch sporting events; play board games; plant and harvest a garden; start a book club; or teach cooking, painting or photography. If you are passionate about an activity, they might be too. Contact Mike Boldt at 704.335.9380 or [email protected].

Men’s Shelter of CharlotteServe homeless men in our community by providing meals and devotional services, driving vans, and offering job skills counseling at the newly-merged Uptown Shelter and Emergency Winter Shelter. Night-by-night shelter with dinner and breakfast is offered at the Statesville Avenue campus. Emergency shelter, ongoing care and job skills programs are provided on the North Tryon campus. Contact Linda Miller at 704.334.3187, ext. 111.

Room In The Inn/Urban Ministry CenterJoin us on Thursdays in the outreach center from December through March as we open our doors to the homeless men, women and children of Charlotte; opportunities include driving the church van, spending the night, preparing and serving meals, and leading devotions. Partner with the Urban Ministry Center to address the needs of the poor and homeless on a regular basis by working as a counselor, serving a meal or helping with a program. Contact Bill Scott at 704.366.0738 or [email protected] for Room In The Inn or Barbara Conrad at 704.375.5820 or [email protected] to serve at the Urban Ministry Center.

Shelter Casserole MinistryNourish the homeless at The Men’s Shelter of Charlotte and the Salvation Army Center of Hope by donating meal items, preparing and transporting casseroles, and/or serving the meal. Contact Karen Kung at 704.373.5695 or [email protected].

United Family ServicesHelp support families experiencing crisis. Contact Jody Strange at 704.927.1282 or [email protected].

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RAINEncourage compassionate care for people touched by AIDS through care teams and community education. Contact Becky Ranson at 704.355.5214 or [email protected].

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GRIER HEIGHTS PARTNERSHIPSGRIER HEIGHTS PARTNERSHIPSBillingsville Elementary School

CROSS MISSIONSCROSS MISSIONSCHARLOTTE REGIONAL, OUTREACH, STUDY AND SPIRITUALITY

DIRECTOR OF CROSS MISSIONS

704.927.1282, [email protected]

JODY STRANGE

CROSS MISSIONS COORDINATOR

704.927.1279, [email protected]

BETH VAN GORP

CROSS Missions Host

Extend hospitality by serving as a Monday night dinner host during the summer to our visiting youth groups who are sharing Christ’s love to our urban neighbors. On Saturdays during the year, accompany youth and adults while they serve at local mission sites.

Serve as a mentor and a living example of God’s love to Grier Heights youth through soccer. Disciples are needed Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact Ben Page at [email protected].

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CROSS Missions, a unique urban outreach ministry of Myers Park Presbyterian, was founded in 1999. Visiting youth groups share Christ’s love and grace with our community’s less fortunate.

Over the past 11 years, more than 6,000 people from over 200 churches in 17 states have served through our CROSS Missions ministry. It is our hope that visiting churches return home and initiate similar programs to serve the needs of their communities.

Regional youth groups minister to people who are homeless, hungry, elderly, addicted, disabled, memory-impaired and children who are at-risk or living in poverty.

Study & Spirituality

Each day begins with 30-minutes of worship and a ministry site review. Evening activities include devotions and reflections on the day. A closing worship service is heldonThursday for summer groups; weekend groups attend the 8:45 a.m. Celebrate service.

Freedom School Afterschool and Summer programs

Partner with the children, families and teachers of this school where over 90 percent of the children qualify for free or reduced-price lunches; 37 percent speak English as a second language; and 17 percent are homeless. Tutor or mentor a student, serve as a lunch buddy, assist the teachers, help with teacher appreciation events, or serve on an as-needed basis. Contact Mike Stewart at 704.365.1342 or [email protected].

Assist at-risk children through the six-week Freedom School at Billingsville Elementary. Everything from snacks to field trips chaperones are needed for this literacy-rich summer program. Contact Jody Strange at 704.927.1282 or [email protected].

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FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENTCROSSROADS CORPORATIONCROSSROADS CORPORATION

704.371.8887, [email protected] DONNIE DAUGHERTY

704.371.8888, [email protected] DON GATELY

Join this diverse ministry that includes Bible studies, workshops and book discussion groups for Grier Heights residents and community churches as we build and strengthen our relationships.

Youth Programs Team

Chaperone and mentor Grier Heights youth with afterschool and summer educational and recreational opportunities. Programs include swimming and summer camp.

Home Repair Team

After-School Tutoring

Partner with CrossRoads and Habitat for Humanity as we help low-income homeowners with critical home repairs. We are in need of disciples for three projects throughout the year.

Help Grier Heights middle-schoolers excel in math and language arts. The program runs Monday through Thursday from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Alexander Graham Middle School.

New Home TeamWork with us and the Self-Help Community Development Corporation as we build 35 single-family homes in Grier Heights. The homes will be sold to families of mixed income.

Make a revitalized Grier Heights a reality through this faith-based nonprofit organization that was founded by Myers Park Presbyterian Church in 2008.

Working teams include:

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Preschool & Parenting EducationPartner with the Learning Collaborative (formerly known as Seigle Avenue Preschool) and CrossRoads to provide quality, early-childhood education for Grier Heights preschoolers, as well as general parenting support and education.

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SALVADORAN RELATIONSHIP TEAM

Continue building a relationship with the seminary in Matanzas as well as the Presbyterian Church in Remedios.

March 6–13

Help meet the demand for new pastors and further the groundswell of interest in religion and church membership.

Contact Trey Smith at 704.664.6592 or [email protected] or Kay Ethridge at 704.442.2146 or [email protected].

Myers Park Presbyterian is continuing to build relationships with our brothers and sisters in the Congo.

Improve education by partnering to build a model girls’ school; develop and implement sustainable accounting and human resources systems; strengthen healthcare services; and support the interim medical director. Here at home, ease the transition of 4,000 Congolese relocating to the Charlotte community.

April 30–May 12

Tshikaji and surrounding villages

Partner with Congolese Presbyterians to improve the quality and sustainability of life in their country.

Contact Fay Grasty at 704.375.5849 or [email protected].

Myers Park Presbyterian, Habitat for Humanity and more.

Work with us on a holistic project in Getsemani to provide 90 homes, clean water, and assist with education, medical services and microfinancing.

Feb. 17–25 (Lenten build), March 30–April 7 (Holy week) and April 20-28 (all- women’s build)

Build hope and further the work of Habitat for Humanity and local churches – one home, one family, one community at a time.

Contact Frances Foxworth at 704.999.3788 or [email protected] or Bruce McIntyre at 704.442.2727 or [email protected].

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Global Outreach Director704.347.3993 – ELIZABETH LITTLE –

[email protected] LEROY704.927.1281 –

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Myers Park Presbyterian has had a twinning partnership with the Great Church in Debrecen, Hungary for over 10 years.

Partner with the Great Church to improve a disabled children's home, develop senior adult programs and implement new outreach tactics.

Feb. 18-27

Debrecen, Hungary and Szurte, Ukraine

Further the Great Church's outreach initiatives.

Contact Carol Spain at 704.542.8181 or [email protected].

Our church is partnering with World Vision.

Further the two-year culture of peace-building projects and the child sponsorship program; sponsor families meet periodically to share information and support.

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El Alfarero

Help prevent violence and facilitate peace with a holistic approach.

Contact Daniel or Virginia LaFar at 704.333.9469 or [email protected].

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Who: We are partnering with the Church of Central Africa Presbyterian’s Synod of Livingstonia.

Create an ongoing relationship; partner to strengthen their strategic plan and leadership; deepen their infrastructure and sustainability; and work with the crisis nursery, community-based childcare centers, hospitals, schools and clean water programs.

May 23–June 2

Northern Malawi

Provide better healthcare, education, clean water and strengthen churches.

Contact Paul Stroup at 704.364.5736 or [email protected].

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ADULT MINISTRY

JULIE HESTER –

GINNY MCCULLOUGH – Administrative Assistant

Associate Pastor for

Children and Their Families

ROB FRAZIER – Director of Music Ministries

NICK CHEEK – Celebrate Music Coordinator

KATIE BRIGULIO – Administrative Assistant

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BOB BREED – Associate Pastor for Outreach

– Administrative AssistantLAURA LEROY

JODY STRANGE – Local Outreach Director

BETH VAN GORP – CROSS Missions Coordinator

ELIZABETH LITTLE – Global Outreach Director

NICK CHEEK – Middle School Coordinator

GINNY MCCULLOUGH – Administrative Assistant

MICHELLE THOMAS-BUSH – Associate Pastor for

Youth and Their Families

KATIE BRIGULIO – Administrative Assistant

DEBORAH CONNER – Associate Pastor for Pastoral Care

BECKY KEARNS – Administrative Assistant

LAUREN SMITH – Parish Nurse

VON CLEMANS – Associate Pastor for Adult Education

BECKY KEARNS – Administrative Assistant

MILLIE SNYDER – Executive Pastor

SUSAN AUSTIN – Administrative Assistant

JAN SWETENBURG – Every Member Has A Ministry

Coordinator

SUSAN TOME – New Member and Presbyterian

Women Coordinator

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