Strategic Matters

Volunteer Drive

Our “mini” volunteer drive the last two weeks was to add volunteers to a few areas we were short and to add some depth in a few other areas during summer. Little did we know this would be our biggest response ever. We have over 40 new volunteers register to serve at least once a month. Many of these people have volunteered to serve in more than one area.

Two Areas To Strengthen and Serve

Because of the explosive growth in the Frog Pond (we are averaging over 100 children which is up 43% from last year), we need more volunteers for our Sunday morning children’s ministry. I want to encourage you to serve once a month in this area. You can worship one hour and serve one hour. You don’t need to be an expert in the Bible and we will never make you serve alone. Email nancy@watersedgeomaha.com for more information.

Men who aren’t serving, I want to challenge you to serve on our set-up or tear-down team once a month. You will meet some other great guys, become owners of a ministry, and serve everybody who worships. It’s simple and a no-brainer. Email jill@watersedgeomaha.com and tell her what Sunday of the month you would like to serve and if you want to set-up (7:45 to 8:45), tear-down (11:30 to 12:30), or both.

Running For Kids in Africa

63 runners have raised over $21,500 so far. Our goal was $20,000. 100% of this money goes to kids in Africa. Last Sunday morning during our special offering this congregation gave thousands of dollars and put us over the $20,000 mark. I am becoming more convinced each day that God can do extraordinary things through ordinary people. Support us at www.runningforkidsinafrica.com.

Serving water to thirsty runners. Father's Day - 2010

Bill Draper 

Bill is a member of our leadership team and is a mentor for Running For Kids in Africa. Two weeks ago he suffered a severe brain injury. We took an informal offering for them two weeks ago. I got to deliver his wife checks, cash, and notes of encouragement the next morning. Jesus says that the world will know we are his disciples if we love one another. You are showing the world what it means to love. Check out Bill’s CaringBridge page at www.caringbridge.org/visit/billdraper. 

Invite 

So many of you have been inviting friends to worship and sharing your faith. I have met so many great new people. Our worship attendance is up 21% over last year! If you are new, we are excited you are here. Feel free to ask questions and join a serving team. We will have new small groups starting in the fall and encourage you to try one of them out. 

I look forward to serving and growing alongside you. -Craig