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Acts 6:2-4

Acts 6:2-4.

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Acts 6:2-4

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    2. Acts 6:2-4 “It would not be right for us to neglect the ministry of the word of God in order to wait on tables. Brothers, choose seven men from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will turn this responsibility over to them and will give our attention to prayer and the ministry of the word."

    6. Psalm 142 Listen to my cry, for I am in desperate need; rescue me from those who pursue me, for they are too strong for me. Set me free from my prison, that I may praise your name. Then the righteous will gather about me because of your goodness to me.                                   

    9. Sponsorship Cultivating relationships between inmates and the faith community. Spiritual support Bible ministry Prayer warriors Moral support Letter exchange Visitation program Material support Special occasion gifts Times Free Press & Yellow Book subscriptions

    10. Sponsorship Terminal Point (RE:CONX) Basket offering Celebration and homecoming Limited material assistance Reliable information First steps to a second chance Introduction to social services Invitation to worship (including directory)

    11. RE:CONX

    12. Sponsorship Why stop? Division of labor or cooperation on mission? Let agencies tend to material needs Let churches tend to spiritual needs

    13. Stephen’s Table Committees Step 1 :: Identify Stephen’s Table liaison Step 2 :: Recruit 3-5 members from church Step 3 :: Train members Step 4 :: Match committee with inmate Step 5 :: Monthly sponsorship meetings Step 6 :: Publicize within member churches Step 7 :: Development & Fellowship

    14. Other Opportunities Lenten Cross Good Samaritan Collection Hospitality Committee Helpline Stephen’s Table Council

    16. TIM DEMPSEY 423.266.1888/103

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