Being the Hands and Feet

When coming to Hope, one of the greatest struggles I faced was finding an outlet where I could serve. Like most students, I procrastinated finding a home church and an organization to serve in. Little did I know, there are so many opportunities in the Fullerton area. Here is a list of local organizations to get involved in!

1. Solidarity: Solidarity's mission statement says, "Solidarity exists to glorify God by empowering believers to be dynamic followers of Christ, whose lifestyles marked by love will impact communities towards holistic transformation." Solidarity many focuses on low income communities and offers a safe place for kids and teens to receive help with homework and connect with volunteers. What makes Solidarity unique is that as much as volunteers pursue to develop relationships with the community, they are also encouraged to deepen their relationship with Christ. In a nutshell, Solidarity is about loving your neighbor. To learn more about this organization or to volunteer, visit www.solidarityrising.org/






2. YoungLife: YoungLife is an organization that is committed to providing leaders who's main focus is building relationship and sharing the Gospel with the youth. The three main clubs or small groups that I would encourage college students to look into is YoungLife(High school students), WyldLife(Junior high students), and Capernaum(Students with disabilities). To get involved or learn more about YoungLife, go to www.younglife.org/us.



3. Pathways of Hope: "Pathways Of Hope has been providing food, transitional living and support and prevention services to the hungry, homeless and less advantaged through assistance of local congregations, volunteers, businesses and grants from foundations and government agencies."Pathways of Hope seeks to provide and care for those who are homeless and struggling economically. To learn more, donate, or to volunteer, go to http://www.fies.us/.

4. Maple Elementary: First Evangelical Free Church of Fullerton has adopted Maple Elementary, an at risk school in South Fullerton. Tutors are need for as  little as one hour a week. Not only Does Fullerton Eve Free Tutor at Maple Elementary, but they also hold an annual Thanksgiving dinner feast on Thanksgiving Day. Volunteers and donations are also needed for this event. Instead of hanging out on campus, spend Thanksgiving day serving a community in need. To learn more about serving through Fullerton Eve Free Church, go to http://www.evfreefullerton.com/grow/localoutreach_opps.html. 






Happy House: Looking for something to do on Halloween? Our Happy House team needs all the help they can get this Wednesday! The theme is the Superhero Factory! The Happy House team will be working from 5am till midnight. Be sure to stop by and help out or donate some candy! If you are available to volunteer, contact Michele Kleeman at makleeman@hiu.edu.  



I wish to encourage you all  in finding a way to serve in the Hope and Fullerton community. We are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus. I hope that this list of local organizations will be helpful in your search for servanthood!