Need:
The Freeda Harris Baptist Center needs teams to help with all types of outreach, community assistance and construction. Contact Center Director for specific needs.
Immediate Need: Teams or small groups (couples) to assist with Christmas 2021 event including (but not limited to) set up, unpacking/organization, assisting and serving with meal, cleanup and set up for pick-up of gifts by families/individuals.
Ministry Description:
The Freeda Harris Baptist Center is a service ministry center located in the Appalachian region of Pike County in Eastern Kentucky. The center partners with local churches and ministries in various communities to provide assistance and outreach events. The center has added a “mobile ministry unit” to its outreach opportunities and will be utilizing it to conduct VBS and BYBC’s throughout their service area. There are numerous opportunities for teams to serve on multiple projects for a “customized missions experience.” The center has undergone a change in leadership for the first time in over thirty years so there are new service opportunities being offered.
They host an annual “Christmas on the Creek” event where families register and pick up gifts for children throughout the local community and county. The plan for 2021 includes a meal at the Freeda Harris Baptist Center facility and a Christmas “program” to minister to those in attendance.
The Freeda Harris Baptist Center is connected with the Pike Association of Southern Baptists and the Kentucky Baptist Convention.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freedaharris
Dates Teams are Needed: For “Christmas on the Creek” events – October 31-November 6, 2021; November 7-13, 2021; November 29-December 4, 2021; December 13-18, 2021.
Can use mission teams for other outreach event about anytime throughout the year. Call for information.
Size of Teams Needed: For “Christmas on the Creek” events – no more than 15 is preferred. For all other events 5-25 persons.
Cost: Contact director for specific information. For “Christmas on the Creek” events – Donation Only!! No Set Cost.
Housing & Food Preparation: Housing (bunkrooms) with restrooms / showers are available at the center. There is a fully functional kitchen available at the center for teams to prepare their own meals.
Materials for Project: Materials will be provided. Would be very helpful if teams could provide wrapping paper & scotch tape for the “Christmas on the Creek” event. Contact directors for more specific information.
Are Background Checks of Volunteers Required: Yes, Contact directors for more specific information.
Physical Address:
6846 Marrowbone Creek Road
Elkhorn City, KY 41522
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 113
Rockhouse, Ky 41561