No images? Click here April 21, 2023 How Crates for Ukraine May Become Seeds for Church PlantingNot long after Russia invaded Ukraine last year, an American missionary living in the former Soviet state found himself consulting a crisis manual published in the Dominican Republic. Site coordinators Mike and Sylvia Kelly (right) and Calvary OPC, Middletown, PA volunteers in front one of the "Sheds of Hope" Measuring Success: Sheds of Hope in NeonEight weeks and more than halfway through the Spring Community Outreach effort in Neon, Kentucky, site coordinators Mike and Sylvia Kelly’s time there has been measurably successful. Sheds have been built, repairs have been made and contacts have been established. Their outward ministry is deeply felt in this small community in the appreciation expressed to them by these unassuming residents. To date, 17 “Sheds of Hope” have been distributed and assembled in this Spring effort to shelter the few possessions that flood victims were able to save. With each shed, Mike and other volunteers are sure to pray and introduce Neon Reformed OPC for future contact before departing. Turkey Earthquake Fund UpdateOPC Disaster Response continues to explore options to partner with other like-minded ministries in the region as we wait to hear from those in the area regarding their needs. To date we've received $139,254.52 in generous donations—including contributions from churches in Korea and Uganda! Thanks to all those who have given! The fund continues to be open to accept donations. Please continue to pray for the efforts of Reformed pastors and missionaries in the region. ![]() Tornadoes Strike the South and MidwestWe are happy to report, after checking with the OPC Presbyteries in the affected regions, there are no known needs within the OPC after the recent storms and tornadoes hit in the Midwest and the South. Please join us in praising the Lord for His loving protection shown to His church and pray for those of whom were affected. STM Spotlight: Boardwalk Chapel Weekend Work TeamsIs your youth group, small group, or deacon group looking for a good weekend project? Any able-bodied group with hands ready to get dirty, a free weekend, and a willing spirit is a perfect fit for this opportunity! The Boardwalk Chapel is in need of weekend work teams (or individuals!) to help prepare the chapel for summer ministry by painting, moving furniture, and cleaning. These teams are needed this May, so don’t hesitate to schedule your trip now! Opportunities and Updates![]()
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Have You Listened to The Reformed Deacon?If you haven't yet, why not check it out? This month will mark our 30th episode of practical, useful content for deacons or anyone interested in learning more about mercy ministry. We suggest you start with these episodes: Season 1, Episode 1: Meet Deacon Tim Hopper A new episode will drop May 1! Distribute the S.T.O.R.M. Report to your church! Get the PDF summary of this STORM Report as a bulletin insert or poster! Contact us! ![]() DAVID NAKHLA ![]() TRISH DUGGAN
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