refugee crisis
Ministry to Venezuelan Refugees in Chicago
relief activities
MONDAY NIGHTS WEEKLY AT 5PM
& SATURDAY ONCE PER MONTH
Weekly small teams join other believers to share the gospel, give out tracts, help serve food, pray & give out winter clothing & food.
Partners:
Jesus Chicago & People Loving People, Inc
– Adrianna Grimaldo
Monday Nights | 5:30PM
State Street & Van Buren, Chicago
(Near one police station where refugees are housed inside & out}
Maranatha USA
– Diego Loreto
Saturday, December 9 | 2PM
4301 W Diversey Ave.
Chicago, IL 60639
(773-384-7717)
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PREPARE FOOD TO TAKE FOR SATURDAY OUTREACHES
Hot meal to be served of meat, veggie, side dish, bread, bottled water & cookies. (May need food on Monday nights eventually).
PRAYER PLEASE!
Thousands of refugees are outside in the cold and have no consistent food or water. Many are unsaved!
SHOPPING FOR DEALS ON WINTER
CLOTHING, TENTS & SLEEPING BAGS
Shoppers to find bargains/donations from businesses, retailers, etc. & to pick up/purchase items.
greatest needs
COORDINATORS FOR OUTREACHES
We need leaders to acclimate small teams regarding transportation, parking, evangelism, donations and ministry to refugees.
SPANISH SPEAKERS
Essential to have translators with each team.
MEMBERS & FRIENDS GOING, GIVING
AND PRAYING WEEKLY
Adopt & bless a family of 4:
• $400 buys winter coats, boots, hats, gloves, 0 degree sleeping bags & a camping heater & stove
• $300 buys winter coats, boots & 0 degree sleeping bags
• $100 buys winter coats & boots
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REFERRALS TO OTHER CHURCHES
Please contact friends you know in other churches to encourage them to participate or refer them to us to contact.
DONATIONS NEW & USED
Venezuelans have a smaller build than Americans. We need small & medium sizes for adults. Winter coats, boots, socks, hats, gloves, blankets, food, water, camping heater/stove,
Spanish Bibles, small Christmas gifts, 0 degree sleeping bags & tents, etc.
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Note: All donations can be dropped off at Shiloh Church during office hours or during our Sunday service.