Bi-Monthly Newsletter for Lebanon County Christian Ministries
What does it profit, my brethren, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can faith save him? If a brother or sister is naked and destitute of daily food, and one of you says to them, “Depart in peace, be warmed and filled,” but you do not give him the things which are needed for the body, what does it profit? Thus also faith by itself, if it does not have works is dead. But someone will say, “You have faith, and I have works.” Show me your faith without your works, and I will show you my faith by my works. James 2:14 -18
Volume XXVII, No. 3, May 2009
Executive Board President Joseph Mesics Vice President Steve Frykholm Secretary Robert Fortna Treasurer David Funk Board Members Alice Ann Bonham Ann Charles Patrick Freer Kandice Giurintano David Henise Edwin Kercher Lu Layser Richard Newmaster Randy Tice Annetta Wells Walter Zehring
“Folks Like You”
This anonymous letter we received touched our hearts and encouraged our spirits; we hope it does the same for you.
To Christian Ministries in Lebanon, “Folks Like You” In this troubled world it’s refreshing to find, Someone who still has the time to be kind. Someone who still has the faith to believe That the more you give the more you receive. Someone who’s ready by thought, word, or deed To reach out a hand in the hour of need. We wish to thank you all for caring about individuals who cannot come to eat at the sight. You are very special to give from your hearts to others. God will surely reward you in heaven. God be with you all! God bless. Thanks.
LCCM Staff Troy Williams Executive Director Henry Welker Warehouse Manager Wenda Dinatale Client Services Mgr. Maryann Moore Receptionist Lillybell Diaz-Miranda Client Services Asst. Jeff Falk Client Services Asst. Angela Santiago-Rios Admin. Assistant
A Message from the Executive Director
It’s not often we receive a note of thanks. Although it is not our goal, it is refreshing to our volunteers, staff and board of directors to hear and see the thankfulness of those we’ve helped in their time of need. What’s even more refreshing is when a client returns to give us an update on their story. Do you remember “John”? He came to us just before Christmas and we told you his story in the January 09 edition of Ministries’ Moments. We are happy to report that “John” and his young family are doing well. He was able to secure employment shortly after the new year and has since moved into a new apartment (much better accommodations than sleeping in his car). Things have certainly turned a corner for “John” and his family and we thank God for His blessings. Thank You for your support of LCCM! It’s through you, that God enables us, LCCM, to help, not just these two families, but the thousands of families we see each year. God Bless. TROY E. WILLIAMS LCCM Executive Director
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LCCM Ministries’ Moments
Donations, Donations, Donations!
LCCM relies heavily upon the Food and Clothing donations received each month. Without this generous support, LCCM would not be able to carry out its mission. Food donations for March and April totaled more than 42,000 pounds. Thank you for your donations! Castle Roller Rink of Lancaster donated 163 pounds of food to the food bank.
The Lebanon County Young Democrats collected 478 pound of food for the food bank.
Swift Trucking donated 1,263 pounds of food for the LCCM Food Bank.
Mary Gate of Heaven collected and donated 1,087 pounds of food for the food bank.
The food bank received 6,114 pounds of food from Jacobson Company & Riviana Foods.
River of Life Church donated clothing and 500 pounds of food to LCCM.
The National Letter Carriers held their Annual Food Drive on May 9th and collected 16,196 pounds of food for LCCM. Thank You to all who contributed toward this drive and Thank You to all of the Lebanon County Letter Carriers for your extra hard work to make this year’s food drive a success!
LCCM could not provide its services without the help of volunteers. Thank You to all who contributed to the 5,095 Volunteer Hours we received during March and April.
The “Lucky Youth” from Fredericksburg held a 30 hour famine in March. During that time they went out to the community and collected 81 pounds of food for LCCM.
Curves for Women donated a total of 2,918 pounds of food between March and April! Three locations donated the following amounts: Cleona - 1,439 pounds Lickdale - 1,200 pounds Womelsdorf - 279 pounds
Gingrich Mennonite donated 756 pounds of food.
Hoss’s Community Night a Hit
Our deepest thanks to those who supported us by dining at Hoss’s on April 23rd. Your efforts earned LCCM $432.35! The manager who gave us this total was quite impressed with the number and said it was the second highest she has seen in a number of years. The community has always been a priceless component in LCCM’s operation. This Community Night was further affirmation of that point. Thank you for your continued support, we hope you enjoyed your dinner!
ITS NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER AND PLAY in Lebanon County Christian Ministries’ 15th Annual Golf Outing Friday, June 5, 2009 Lebanon Valley Golf Course, Myerstown
$10,000 Hole-in-One $500 Visa Gift Card Hole-in-One Longest Drive Contest Closest to the Pin Contest
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Every Golfer will receive a certificate for a FREE Golf Bag or Golf Club from Magique Golf $5.00 Mulligans JACKPOT OF GOLD ONLY $60 PER GOLFER!!!
Includes round of golf w/cart, drinks & snacks, prizes and Steak Dinner!!!
Call 272-4400 NOW or Email troy@lccm.us to Register Your Foursome 4-Person Scramble Morning Shotgun Start @ 7:30 am Afternoon Shotgun Start @ 1:30 pm
DONATE ONLINE
You may GIVE without loving but you can’t LOVE without giving.
Go to www.lccm.us and click on the “Make a Donation” link.
YES, I want to help people in my own community who are in need of emergency assistance. I PLEDGE to make the following monthly payment to support the mission of LCCM. $20_____ $50_____ $100_____ $200_____ $500_____ Other Amount $_____
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Lebanon County Christian Ministries 250 South 7th Street Lebanon, PA 17042 Phone: 717-272-4400 Fax: 717-274-1361 E-mail: info@lccm.us
Making a difference by filling the physical and spiritual needs in individual lives, thereby making this community a better place to live.
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WISH LIST
FOOD BANK Cold Cereal Instant Mashed Potatoes Spam Corned Beef Canned Chicken Canned Pasta Vegetable Soup Jams & Jellies Personal Care Items Cleaning Supplies
We are a United Way of Lebanon County Agency. Support your local United Way. LCCM is a nonprofit agency with IRS 501(c) (3) designation. Your contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.
CLOTHING BANK Towels—Hand, Bath, Washcloth Men’s Shoes
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MONDAY, MAY 25, 2009: MEMORIAL DAY - LCCM CLOSED FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2009: ANNUAL GOLF OUTING THURSDAY, AUGUST 27, 2009: OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2009: BENEFIT DINNER
LCCM is a member of Community Lebanon Association, Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce and Lebanon Leave A Legacy.
Remember to think of LCCM when doing estate planning