Care Ministry Volunteers
If you are interested in nurturing and supporting those in difficulties or crises, you may want to consider volunteering with Care Ministry.
Carecore/Care Ministers
The Carecore consists of trained care ministers who provide support and spiritual guidance to people who are in need. After completing twenty-five hours of training, care ministers are commissioned for service.
Care ministers are paired with care receivers on a one-to-one basis, matching men with men and women with women. Receivers may be experiencing a variety of challenges such as; loss of job, grief, loneliness, depression, health concerns or other stresses. All information is kept confidential and may be short or long-term.
An expanding part of the Carecore ministry is monthly worship services at assisted living facilities in the metro area. The services which include the offering of communion are held at Courtyard Estates in Bondurant, Legacy Pointe in Waukee and Gardens at Luther Park.
Care ministers meet once a month for mutual support and encouragement. Continuing education opportunities and fellowship gatherings are offered throughout the year. An annual retreat provides growth, renewal and of course fun!
Next training will begin Monday, Feb. 1 (5:30-7:30 pm, Rm 104) or Monday, Feb. 15 (9:30 am – noon, Rm 201). For more information please contact Margaret Langpaul at care@hopewdm.org. Cost: $35 book fee
Celebrate Recovery® and Life Hurts God Heals
Celebrate Recovery provides fellowship and celebrates God’s healing power in our lives through biblically-based recovery principles. Each Thursday volunteers are needed to help with Audio/Visual - run Powerpoint or audio work; Worship Team- vocalists and musicians during the large group meeting; Open share group leaders that have 12 step experience; Greeters - come early and be the smiling face that welcomes newcomers; Fellowship - serve the meal and/or coffee. Contact Kolette Nelson at care@hopewdm.org.
Church Mouse
The Church Mouse program is a way to keep college students connected to Hope. Parents of college students sign up a child to receive mail from a Church Mouse. The Church Mouse, a Hope volunteer commits to corresponding to an assigned student on a regular basis during the school year. The Church Mouse might choose to send a card at the holidays, a care package at finals, etc., but does not reveal his or her identity to the student until the end of the school year. To sign up your college student or to become a Church Mouse, contact Melodie Grinvalds at 224-6324 or grinco6@aol.com.
Hope Stampers:
First & fourth Mondays, 7:00-8:30 pm, Rm 100 or second & fourth Tuesdays, 12:30-2:00 pm (off-site)
Create hand-crafted cards for those on the prayer list. Stampers or anyone who wants to share their artistic talents is welcome. Bring your own supplies or use those we provide, and stamp from home or join us at church. Contact Michaelle Bown at 422-9169 or michaelle.bown@hopewdm.org for more information or to be added to the email list.
Sending Cards
Join other volunteers who are reaching out and extending a word of Hope and encouragement to individuals with various cares, concerns and illnesses. Help spread the love and hope of Jesus Christ and let others know that they are not all alone. Cards are sent weekly, but your commitment will be only for one month each year. This ministry can be done from the comfort of your home. Cards and postage are provided by Lutheran Church of Hope. Contact Lisa Davidson at care@hopewdm.org.
Hospital Visitation Training
This is a team of caring, compassionate people willing to reach out and share the love of Jesus with the sick. Receive instruction and training on visiting the sick in hospitals, shut-ins, nursing homes, hospices and care facilities. Contact Pam Avaux at care@hopewdm.org.
