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Community Pantry is a ministry of University Carillon that helps support local food pantries. Once a month, “Community Pantry” bags are handed out at service with the request to fill them with nonperishables and return them the next weekend at service. The nonperishable food items donated to Community Pantry will be shared with local food pantries in need.
Next time you see one of the navy Community Pantry reusable bags, please participate in a way that gives back to those in need in our community. Thank you!
HOW IT WORKS:
Community Pantry bags will be available for pick up once a month. When you pick up the bag:
1. Take the Community Pantry bag with you and fill it with nonperishable food items.
2. Pray for those who may be receiving the food in the bag.
3. Drop the bag off at service next weekend.
Requested items: mac and cheese, canned raviolis/SpaghettiOs, tuna or canned chicken, canned soup, canned beans, rice, ramen noodles, canned vegetables, peanut butter, cereal, pasta, jelly, oatmeal, pancake mix, syrup, pasta sauce (canned or plastic jars).
Volunteer:
Opportunities to organize, bag and distribute donated items are on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9-1 at Faith United Methodist Church.
In addition to the “in-house” opportunities listed here, we sponsor “Community Launch” days where we tackle a number of activities that benefit our neighbors–yard clean-up, distribution of event information, minor home repairs, food collections and more. Watch for announcements about the next Community Launch day.
ELAINE MYERS
Ministry Assistant
elainemyers@universitycarillon.net
(407) 542–0774
Bonneville Elementary
University Carillon has partnered with Bonneville Elementary over the years, serving in multiple capacities to assist the school, students, and teachers in their academic success. As the new school year begins, UC looks to expand its ministry in partnership with the leadership at Bonneville Elementary … and we need your help! Find a way—or two—to serve alongside teachers and students this school year.
Back to School Bash (August 8 | 5–7 PM)
On August 8, they will have their Back to School Bash—where over 200 kids will pick up school supplies and materials they need to succeed at school. Our church will be purchasing supplies for 200 kids (at $20.20/student)! If you’d like to donate, you can do so by marking Bonneville in the memo line (either online HERE, on a check or giving envelope).
University Carillon will also be serving at the Back to School Bash—and we need your help! If you’re interested in serving, please reach out to ElaineMyers@universitycarillon.net. On August 8, we’ll need volunteers for the following time slots:
Reading Buddies
Give an hour of your week to helping students read and increase their reading literacy. If you can read, you can volunteer! Email ElaineMyers@universitycarillon.net to express interest or to find out more info!
ELAINE MYERS
Ministry Assistant
elainemyers@universitycarillon.net
(407) 542–0774
Join the “Doggers” in a family-friendly and visitor-friendly environment by helping to cook and serve food during UCF football games and do other “no strings attached” outreach activities.
Looking for UCF Football Parking? UCF Football Game Parking
PASTOR CHRIS AKERS
Executive Pastor
chrisakers@universitycarillon.net
(407) 588-1715
HOPE Helps, Inc., is a local non-profit with a mission to assist individuals and families in crisis and prevent homelessness in our community, by providing basic needs such as food, clothing, and other assistance through case managements. They are always in need of volunteers and donations to their thrift store and food pantry.
Volunteers Are Also Needed For Hope Help’s Annual “Christmas In The City”
University Carillon hosts Hope Help’s annual “Christmas in the City” which provides all aspects of Christmas for families in need. Toys, games, gift cards, blankets, books, pants, new socks and underwear, and even stocking stuffers are given out. Once the parents have selected gifts, they are reunited with their children who have been making crafts and visiting Santa. The families then receive a professional family portrait, a bag of food including holiday goodies, free lunch, and the opportunity to visit prayer tables and a variety of local partner resource agencies
HOPE Helps, Inc.
812 Eyrie Drive
Oviedo, FL 32765
(407) 366-3422
www.hopehelps.org
Choices Women’s Clinic exists to encourage and equip women and men to make informed pregnancy decisions. Choices does not benefit financially from any decision a patient makes and does not charge for services. Choices believe that women and men are capable of making their own choices when given accurate information.
Many patients did not plan on getting pregnant and they are facing difficult choices. Choices’ goal is for each patient to make her own decision after she has received all the resources and information applicable to her situation. If pregnant, some choose to parent, some choose to place for adoption, and some choose to end their pregnancy and have an abortion.
With over 30 years of experience providing free and confidential services to patients in Greater Orlando, Choices is here when you find yourself unsure of whether you are pregnant, and when you don’t know all of your options—a free and confidential space to have your questions answered.
HAL KLOPHER
halklopfer@bellsouth.net
ELAINE MYERS
Ministry Assistant
elainemyers@universitycarillon.net
(407) 542–0774
ISO exists to assist and prepare incarcerated men and women, no matter their personal religious beliefs, to make a successful transition from jail back into their communities. The goal is to reduce recidivism by encouraging personal growth, rebuilding families, and strengthening communities.
ISO provides an educational experience inside the jail (addressing criminal and addictive behavior, building trust, setting goals, etc.) and works with residents who request assistance in formulating a plan to keep them on track once they are released. ISO’s overall strategy includes continuing education and spiritual development; training spiritual mentors and “pen pals”; communicating and coordinating with families for support during the transition period; providing clothing to those in need; connecting persons with local resources and recovery programs; and working with public defenders and social workers.
Inside Out Jail Ministries
P.O. Box 1164
Goldenrod, FL 32733
www.ISOJM.org
CHAPLAIN TAMMY FISHER
tfisher@isojm.org
