Jesus taught, one cannot love God without simultaneously loving one's neighbor. And so our life together, at its foundation, emerges from this dual emphasis.
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Sharing Table
The Sunday Sharing Table is the longest running Outreach ministry at Christ Church. It seeks to serve the homeless men and women of New York City by serving them a hot, nutritious meal in a warm, welcoming, loving environment. New volunteers will always be paired with more experienced volunteers. This ministry is a great opportunity to serve those with great need, as well as to share in serving with other Christ Church members. Contact Reverend Javier Viera at the church office for more information and to sign up.
Tutoring
Want to make a real difference in the lives of NYC high school students? Consider becoming a tutor for the Manhattan Comprehensive Day & Night High School! Volunteer for as little as one hour per week and help these students succeed in the classroom and beyond. You must complete a required training before volunteering in the school. For more information contact Javier Viera through the church office.
Christ Church Partners with Colombian Methodists
A work team from Christ Church will travel to Cartagena, Colombia from July 9 to 16. While there, we will be funding and assisting in the construction of an educational/training center and church with the nascent Methodist Community in this northern coastal city. This project represents the continuing of our work with the Methodist Church of Columbia, a work that has been evolving for over a year. For more information on work trips and the on-going work with our Colombian brothers and sisters, please contact Rev. Javier Viera through the church office.
Ghana Mission Teams
Since June 2001, Christ Church has partnered with Habitat for Humanity International to build houses for residents of Ho, Ghana. Over 100 members and friends of Christ Church have participated in this ministry. A partnership also exists between Christ Church and the Ho Methodist Church, a sister congregation with whom we worship and are developing deeper ties. Our latest team of 23 Christ Church members journeyed to Tepal Kumasi, as part of our ongoing work with Habitat for Humanity, Ghana. They constructed homes, as well as supported and visited a school founded by Christ Church member Nana Fosu-Randall. Please contact the Reverend Javier Viera if you would like more information on Ghana missions and how you can be a part of our next team.
Hurricane Katrina Relief
Our ongoing work in the Gulf Coast region continues. In the coming year we will focus our efforts on the City of New Orleans; roll up your sleeves and help the Broadmoor community reclaim their home! For more information, or contact Jerolyn Morrison (jerolynmorrison@yahoo.com) or Javier Viera (javier@christchurchnyc.org).
Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church
Christ Church supports the work of the United Methodist Church throughout the world. The UMC provides ministry in orphanages, schools, universities, and hospitals around the world. The United Methodist Committee on Relief aids refugees and victims of war and natural disasters both here and abroad. If you are interested in supporting the global work of the United Methodist Church, please contact the Reverend Javier Viera for more information at 212.838.3036.
Saturday Kid's Program
The Saturday Kids' Program is a partnership between Christ Church and the New York City Mission Society. This program seeks to build relationships between volunteers and students from PS 85 in the South Bronx. Because this ministry seeks to build relationships, continuity is an important part of the volunteer experience. Volunteers tend to work with a consistent group of children throughout the academic year, so that mutual trust is established, thus making the experience more rewarding for both volunteers and students alike.
Information about these service activities can be obtained during the Coffee Hour following each Sunday's worship service.
