Partnerships in Mission (PIM)
Partnerships In Mission What Does that Mean?
At Church of the Advent, we support a wide variety of community organizations and groups.
Our goal is to help as many people in our community as possible through forming partnerships where we can work together to provide for those in need.
Sometimes we offer space within our building. Sometimes we offer funds. And sometimes, we offer volunteers.
Whatever it is, we are blessed to be able to work together and make a difference.
Time of giving
Our Partnerships in Mission (PIM) here at Advent is committing to helping the following organizations whether through our time, our talents, or our financial support.
If you could donate a tube a toothpaste, a bag of rice, a toy for a child, or an adult puzzle book...our church community will make a big difference in the greater community locally and beyond.
Please see the full list of ongoing needs below.
Ongoing Collection
For Inpatient Veterans still needing time to heal in the hospital, day to day items that make life easier are often hard to attain without the help of community support.
We will be collecting, on an ongoing basis, items that our team can take to the VA Hospital of Coatesville as baskets are filled.
Some suggested items for INPATIENT:
Personal Care Body-care products: Shampoo, Bodywash, lotion-shea butter, deodorant.
Hairbrushes, straight combs, hair pic, stiff bristle brush
Blankets (twin and full size)
Brand-name disposable twin razors
Reading glasses
Men’s Boxer Briefs, Undershirts - Size - small to 3x
Sweatpants, sweatshirts – Size - small to 3x
Hard Soled Slippers - all sizes
New Sneakers
Gently used Jeans, gently used belts
Gift cards for gas, groceries, Walmart/Giant increments of $10 to $25 each card
Chess and Checkers sets
Disposable cups, napkins, plates, forks, and spoons
Puzzle books
Larry Hess is supporting this endeavor. Please contact Larry Hess for any questions concerning this outreach mission.
For the past few years we have been working to change our perspective on the work we do in the world from “Outreach work” to “Mission work.” The word mission is derived from the Latin verb mittere, meaning, “to send.” It also means “purpose.” As disciples of Jesus we are sent out into the world to serve God’s purpose. This understanding is reflected in our congregational mission statement, “To make Christ visible; changing lives and making a difference, together as the Body of Christ.”
There are two components to mission, the spiritual component of evangelism and the outreach or development component. Without the spiritual component, the work can be done by any agency. Often, at the checkout counter in the grocery or drug store you are asked if you want to donate extra money to be given to different charitable organizations. This is outreach/development without the spiritual component. For this reason we have renamed our former “Outreach Committee” as Partnerships in Mission, or PIM. We want to be sure that we honor both aspects of mission. True mission work is transformative for all who are involved.
PIM Ministry Leadership
Here are some of the many groups we currently support or have supported in the past:
Kennett Square Preschool
After the Bell - After School Program
Episcopal Relief & Development
Family Promise
Kennett Area Community Service
Episcopal Church of Trinity Vets Brunch
UTOOffering
St. James School
Good Neighbors
Church Farm School
VA Hospital of Coatesville
Community Warehouse
Project
LaMancha Animal Rescue
Mighty Writers
The Garage KSQ
Wings for Success
Technical School
Project CURE
Operation Warm
Orphan Grain Train
Young Moms
Kennett Senior Center
Church of the Advent Volunteer Opportunities
We are an active and vibrant parish! Please look over the many ministries we work with to contribute our time, talent, and treasure. If you see something that interests you, let us know and we can connect you with someone to find out more information.
Thank you! Please feel free to contact the church office at 610-444-4624.