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HOPEww Kenya Volunteers Mobilize Quickly Following Terrorist Attack
Nairobi, Kenya -- On the morning of Saturday, September 21, 2013 most people in Kenya’s capital of Nairobi were busy with their weekend plans. At about 11:30 a.m. news of an attack at Westgate Mall in the Westlands area started spreading fast through the media. At first the details were unclear. Around 2:00 p.m. it was confirmed that it was a terrorist attack with victims and hostages. A rescue operation ensued and soon various hospitals sent out appeals for blood donations. Ultimately, the official tally of those directly affected by the terrorist attack was 67 dead and more than 200 injured.Discover Your Talents with HOPE worldwide Singles Corps!
This fall, discover ways you can use your gifts and talents by serving with HOPE worldwide Singles Corps in Port of Spain, Trinidad. From Oct 26-31, singles from around the world will come to this Caribbean island to serve the church, build houses with Habitat for Humanity, work with orphans, and enjoy a great time of fellowship, devotionals, and of course the beach! Hurry - spots are running out.
Colorado Flooding Relief Update
The Denver, Fort Collins and Colorado Springs Chapters of HOPE worldwide and the ICOC congregations in these areas continue to serve those impacted by the severe flooding. In partnership with the American Red Cross and Samaritan’s Purse, local HOPE worldwide/ICOC volunteers are "mucking out" houses, performing damage assessments and serving at bulk distribution sites in the affected areas. Hans Rasmussen and Andre Peterson are coordinating efforts at the local level.
FEMA Recognizes HOPE ww for "Protecting Our Neighbors"
Dear HOPE worldwide Family,FEMA has once again recognized HOPE worldwide for the program "Protecting Our Neighbors"! As the country faces natural disasters like the floods in Colorado and man-made tragedies like the shooting at the Washington Navy Yard, it is important for every citizen in our country to be prepared. Today FEMA has invited HOPE worldwide to be one of six national charities to participate in a preparedness round table to discuss best practices in Disaster Preparedness. The September 11th Day of Service provided several wonderful examples of how ICOC churches and chapters are helping our neighbors to be ready when disaster strikes!
Boston Church Hosts Successful Week of Service
I wanted to pass along some final results from our past week of service:
HOPE ww Volunteers join September 11th Service Efforts
The following is a press release from the Corporation for National and Community Service about September 11 rememberance and volunteer efforts. Several HOPE worldwide chapters are recognized below.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) today announced that hundreds of thousands of Americans are participating in service activities to commemorate the 9/11 anniversary on the September 11th National Day of Service and Remembrance, paying tribute to and honoring the victims and heroes of that day.
HOPEww Singles Corps Service Opportunity: Trinidad & Tobago
Looking for an opportunity to serve this fall? Do you need a good dose of spiritual inspiration? Join HOPE worldwide Singles Corps from October 26-31, 2013 as we serve in the capital city of Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago, located in the southeastern Caribbean just off the coast of Venezuela. Participants will have the opportunity to build houses with Habitat for Humanity, serve children living in a care home, and worship with the Port of Spain Church of Christ. Come, be a part of the team as we seek to not only serve but grow in our faith, zeal, and relationships with one another. HSC Trinidad & Tobago will also feature times of prayer, group devotionals, worship, and an opportunity to soak up the sun and enjoy the beach.
YOUR HOPE worldwide video
As disciples of Jesus we love to walk in the steps of Jesus as we preach, teach and heal. God is using tens of thousands of disciples to touch two million lives per year around the globe through HOPE worldwide.The International Day of Giving is crucial to the support of the core of HOPE worldwide. Disciples are once again engaging their friends and family to join in this giving opportunity on November 10th with a goal of $1.5 million to serve the poor.
