THE SOCIAL CONCERNS MINISTRY

• Focuses on helping members grow in their faith by reaching out in love and justice individually, in small groups, and in congregation-wide projects.

• Strives to develop and foster an active witness that reaches out in love to those troubled or in need. 

• Seeks to be a sign of justice and mercy in God’s world

• Links members to ELCA and community ministries.

• Operates within the guidelines of the ELCA and adheres to its policies and recommendations. 

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Two Special Prince of Peace
“God’s Work, Our Hands” Workdays at
Riverview Gardens in Appleton

Wednesday, February 23, 2022  •  1:00 – 3:30 pm
Wednesday, April 27, 2022  •  1:00 – 3:30 pm

An invitation from Riverview’s Volunteer Coordinator:

“Join us on the Farm to support our mission to build dignity through job training and employment! Our certified organic, community supported urban farm hosts volunteers of all ages and backgrounds, working together side-by-side. Participants in our ServiceWorks job training program work towards graduation, achieved after 90 hours of volunteer time, on the Farm. In addition, anyone who volunteers 15 hours with us can take advantage of our Earn-A-Bike program and receive a free bike and safety gear! Your work on the Farm enables us to continue hosting a location for our neighbors and community members to work towards transforming their lives and circumstances.
 
Not only does volunteering at Riverview Gardens support our community through ServiceWorks, but your work on the Farm directly impacts our neighbors experiencing food insecurity. In 2020, Riverview Gardens grew over 15,000 pounds of organic, local produce for local pantries, through a partnership with Feeding America.
 
None of this work would be possible without you, our dedicated volunteers. Thank you!”
 
Want to learn more? Visit https://riverviewgardens.org/ & click on Mission Video link (upper righthand corner)

On February 23rd, we expect to be planting seeds in the warm, sunny greenhouse. Sign up for one or both Prince of Peace Spring workdays on the Farm at this link: Prince of Peace 2022 Workdays
 
NOTE: If you aren’t able to participate in the workday(s), but would like to support this awesome local non-profit, check out the Wish List of Greatest Program Needs. We hope our workday will include presenting a check from the Appleton Conference ELCA congregations. A Thrivent Action Team grant has been secured to purchase supplies for Riverview Gardens. 
 
Questions?  E-mail Nancy Jones at njjones.wisconsin@gmail.com OR call (920) 731-9250.
 

CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR ACTIVE INVOLVEMENT

Advocacy Team - A team of the Social Concerns Ministry – See the Advocacy Team page

Christmas in August - Team volunteer (May – August)

CROP Walk - Participate in the annual, community fundraiser for Church World Service—an ELCA partner organization—supporting development projects around the world and local food pantries. (second Sunday in October)
 
Habitat for Humanity Interfaith Build - Help build, provide a lunch, or serve as site host (April to May); sign-up through the following SignUp Genius link for various work or site support shifts needed: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0b4eaeac2da4f58-2017

Harbor House - Volunteer to serve as good male role model, help in the Critter Corner, or be an economic mentor at local domestic abuse center
 
Homeless Connections – Volunteer to serve evening meal (4th Wed. of month). To Volunteer at the Homeless Connections Sign up on line at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0b4eaeac2da4f58-homeless

Salvation Army Bell Ringing - Volunteer during Annual Red Kettle campaign. 

Women and Justice: One in Christ Social Statement Project – Participate in study process at PoP. 
 

OPPORTUNITIES TO DONATE ITEMS OR FUNDS

Christmas in August –Donate clothing item for specific child or donate funds used for shoes or haircuts.  

Collections
       St. Joseph’s Food Pantry –Non-perishable food items (Quarterly)
       Community Clothes Closet – Donate to April clothing drive & November winter boot collection
       Tri-County Community Dental Clinic- Dental care items (September)
       Help for the Homeless – Personal care supplies (February)
 
CROP Walk – Sponsor a PoP CROP-Walker
 
Homeless Connections (Formerly Emergency Shelter) - Provide dessert item for evening meal.  (4th Wed. of month)
 
For more information, please contact Ron Jones or Trisha Kostelny.