SERVE WEEK
JULY 16-23, 2022
In one of the most iconic moments of Jesus’ life, he told his friends about the key to living a fulfilling life. Contrary to what we think would produce a fulfilling life, Jesus tells his followers that whoever wants to be great must become a servant. This is exactly what Jesus came to do. From start to finish, Jesus’ entire life was about serving others. What we learn from Jesus is that something powerful happens when people stop living for themselves and start living for others.
SERVE WEEK is all about providing you with an opportunity to serve like Jesus. We’ve got opportunities for people of all ages and stages of life. As you explore the options, we have 3 hopes for you. First, we hope you find a serve opportunity that fits your passions, gifts, and abilities. Secondly, we hope that as you take a step of faith during Serve Week, you discover that serving like Jesus is more fulfilling than you ever imagined. Thirdly, we hope that you make a connection with one of our local partners that leads you to deeper involvement in our community.
SATURDAY, JULY 16
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, aspires to turn compassion into action through initiatives like blood drives.
ITINERARY
7:30 a.m. | Set up
8:00 a.m. | Doors open for donors
1:30 p.m. | Blood drive ends/clean up
8:00 a.m. | Doors open for donors
1:30 p.m. | Blood drive ends/clean up
LOCATION
20 Gambrills Road, Severn, MD 21100
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for people age 16 and older. Volunteers age 16 must have the consent of a parent to serve.
There is currently a critical shortage of blood donations and this is an opportunity to make a difference that literally saves lives.
Maximum group size is 10.
SUNDAY, JULY 17
SARAH’S HOUSE
Sarah’s House is a supportive housing program offering emergency shelter and project-based supportive housing with an array of other services for families experiencing homelessness in Anne Arundel County.
ITINERARY
1:30 p.m. | Meet at Severn Covenant Church, 20 Gambrills Road, Severn, MD and set up for the event.
2:00 p.m. | Host Block Party for the residents of Sarah’s House
4:00 p.m. | Clean up
2:00 p.m. | Host Block Party for the residents of Sarah’s House
4:00 p.m. | Clean up
4:30 p.m. | Event ends
LOCATION
20 Gambrills Road, Severn, MD 21144
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for people 12 years of age and older. Anyone 15 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent or guardian.
Volunteers will work to host a Block Party for the residents of Sarah’s House.
Maximum group size is unlimited.
HELPING UP MISSION CENTER FOR WOMEN + CHILDREN
At Helping Up Mission, they believe God’s love can set people from drugs and alcohol, poverty and homelessness, and from any other self-destructive behavior or trauma.
ITINERARY
4:30 p.m. | Meet at Helping Up Mission for orientation and brief training
4:45 p.m. | Serve Dinner
6:15 p.m. | Event ends
4:45 p.m. | Serve Dinner
6:15 p.m. | Event ends
LOCATION
1216 E. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for women age 18 and older. To best serve the women and children under their care, Helping Up Mission asks that all volunteers are background checked prior to serving.
Maximum group size is 4.
MONDAY, JULY 18
BEMORECARING (Anne Arundel County)
BeMoreCaring is a local non-profit organization committed to raising awareness and empowering the community to join in our efforts to provide relief and immediate assistance to temporarily misplaced adults and underprivileged children. This population includes women and children who are victims of domestic violence, our nation’s veterans, and those suffering from mental illness.
ITINERARY
3:45 p.m. | Meet at 131 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD, for an orientation and to load supplies and equipment.
4:00 p.m. | Depart to follow the Anne Arundel County route to distribute a meal, drinks and essential items.
6:00 p.m. | Return to 131 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD/Event ends.
4:00 p.m. | Depart to follow the Anne Arundel County route to distribute a meal, drinks and essential items.
6:00 p.m. | Return to 131 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD/Event ends.
LOCATION
131 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for people 16 and older. Anyone under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian. This team will assist with outreach to people experiencing homelessness in Anne Arundel County.
A BeMoreCaring staff member will drive the route which includes stops where volunteers will get out an interact with people in Anne Arundel County who are currently experiencing homelessness.
Maximum group size is 4.
BEMORECARING (Baltimore)
BeMoreCaring is a local non-profit organization committed to raising awareness and empowering the community to join in our efforts to provide relief and immediate assistance to temporarily misplaced adults and underprivileged children. This population includes women and children who are victims of domestic violence, our nation’s veterans, and those suffering from mental illness.
ITINERARY
5:45 p.m. | Meet at 131 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD, for a brief training and to load supplies and equipment
6:00 p.m. | Depart to follow the Anne Arundel County route to distribute a meal, drinks and essential items.
8:00 p.m. | Return to 131 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD/Event ends.
8:00 p.m. | Return to 131 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD/Event ends.
LOCATION
131 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for people 10 and older. Anyone under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian. This team will assist with outreach to people experiencing homelessness in Baltimore.
A BeMoreCaring staff member will drive the route which includes stops where volunteers will get out an interact with people in Baltimore who are currently experiencing homelessness.
Maximum group size is 8.
TUESDAY, JULY 19
HELPING UP MISSION CENTER FOR MEN
At Helping Up Mission, they believe God’s love can set men free from drugs and alcohol, from poverty and homelessness, and from any other self-destructive behavior.
ITINERARY
4:45 a.m. | Meet at Helping Up Mission for orientation and brief training
5:00 a.m. | Serve breakfast
6:30 a.m. | Event ends/Cleanup.
5:00 a.m. | Serve breakfast
6:30 a.m. | Event ends/Cleanup.
LOCATION
1029 E. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for people age 18 and older. This team will serve breakfast to residents of Helping Up Mission.
Maximum group size is 6.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 20
PAUL’S PLACE
Paul’s Place is a catalyst and leader for change, improving the quality of life in Southwest Baltimore. Paul’s Place provides programs, services, and support that strengthen individuals and families, fostering hope, personal dignity and growth.
ITINERARY
9:45 a.m. | Meet at Paul’s Place for a brief training tour.
10:00 a.m. | Assist guests in the Market Place
12:30 p.m. | Debrief
1:00 p.m. | Depart
LOCATION
1118 Ward Street, Baltimore , MD 21230
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for people 10 years of age and older. Anyone 15 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent or guardian. Volunteers will assist in the Market Place where guests can shop (for free) for clothing and other items.
Maximum group size is 5.
FRIDAY, JULY 22
HELPING UP MISSION CENTER FOR WOMEN + CHILDREN
At Helping Up Mission, they believe God’s love can set men people from drugs and alcohol, poverty and homelessness, and from any other self-destructive behavior or trauma.
ITINERARY
4:30 p.m. | Meet at Helping Up Mission for orientation and brief training
4:45 p.m. | Serve Dinner
6:15 p.m. | Event ends
4:45 p.m. | Serve Dinner
6:15 p.m. | Event ends
LOCATION
1216 E. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21202
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for women age 18 and older. To best serve the women and children under their care, Helping Up Mission asks that all volunteers are background checked prior to serving.
Maximum group size is 4.
SATURDAY, JULY 23
NORTH GLEN POP-UP PANTRY
Serving at the North Glen Pop-Up Pantry is an opportunity to help North Glen Community Church establish a food distribution outlet for people living in north Glen Burnie. They have never done this before and our team is going to help them build a program based on our pop-up pantry model.
ITINERARY
7:45 a.m. | Arrive at North Glen Community Church
8:00 a.m. | Assist with set up of the pantry and organizing food and other essential items
8:00 a.m. | Assist with set up of the pantry and organizing food and other essential items
10:30 a.m. | Pantry opens/food distribution begins
12:30 p.m. | Clean up
12:30 p.m. | Clean up
1:00 p.m. | Event ends
LOCATION
508 W Furnace Branch Road, Glen Burnie, MD
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for families, small groups and friends to serve together.
Maximum group size is unlimited.
BEMORECARING (Warehouse)
BeMoreCaring is a local non-profit organization committed to raising awareness and empowering the community to join in our efforts to provide relief and immediate assistance to temporarily misplaced adults and underprivileged children. This population includes women and children who are victims of domestic violence, our nation’s veterans, and those suffering from mental illness.
ITINERARY
9:00 a.m. | Meet at 131 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD and get a layout for the day
9:15 a.m. | Serve by assisting with organizing inventory, preparing respite kits for people experiencing homelessness in Anne Arundel County and Baltimore, and helping with other projects in the warehouse.
12:00 p.m. | Event ends
9:15 a.m. | Serve by assisting with organizing inventory, preparing respite kits for people experiencing homelessness in Anne Arundel County and Baltimore, and helping with other projects in the warehouse.
12:00 p.m. | Event ends
LOCATION
131 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD 21061
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for families, groups and friends who want to serve together. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to support the priorities of BeMoreCaring.
Maximum group size is unlimited.
HOPE FOR ALL (Warehouse)
HOPE For All is a unique resource in our area for those transitioning from homelessness in need of a helping hand. Through community donations, HOPE For All transforms an empty living space to a home by providing furniture and household goods. They also provide shoes, clothing, and personal care items to help meet the needs of daily life. HOPE for All is on mission to stabilize the home environment and offer HOPE for the future.
ITINERARY
9:00 a.m. | Arrive at HOPE for All to review scope work for the day.
9:15 a.m. | Serve by assisting with organizing inventory of furniture and household items at
warehouse.
12:00 p.m. | Event ends
9:15 a.m. | Serve by assisting with organizing inventory of furniture and household items at
warehouse.
12:00 p.m. | Event ends
LOCATION
122 Roessler Road, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for people of all ages. Anyone under age 10 must be supervised by an adult.
Maximum group size is 15.
HOPE FOR ALL (Deliveries)
HOPE For All is a unique resource in our area for those transitioning from homelessness in need of a helping hand. Through community donations, HOPE For All transforms an empty living space to a home by providing furniture and household goods. They also provide shoes, clothing, and personal care items to help meet the needs of daily life. HOPE for All is on mission to stabilize the home environment and offer HOPE for the future.
ITINERARY
9:00 a.m. | Arrive at HOPE for All to review scope work for the day.
9:45 a.m. | Serve by delivering furniture and household items to families in Anne Arundel County
12:00 p.m. | Event ends
9:45 a.m. | Serve by delivering furniture and household items to families in Anne Arundel County
12:00 p.m. | Event ends
LOCATION
122 Roessler Road, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for people 18 and older who are able to lift and carry relatively heavy objects.
Maximum group size is 5.
WELLSPRING LIFE MINISTRY
Wellspring Life Ministry is a faith-based, medical non-profit serving those facing pregnancy-related and sexual health issues by offering physical, emotional, and spiritual support and empowering them to make healthy and life-affirming decisions.
ITINERARY
11:45 a.m. | Meet at Wellspring Life Ministry
12:00 p.m. | Assist with delivering blessing bags to the staff, cleaning the facilities, and take a tour to learn more about Wellspring
2:00 p.m. | Event ends
12:00 p.m. | Assist with delivering blessing bags to the staff, cleaning the facilities, and take a tour to learn more about Wellspring
2:00 p.m. | Event ends
LOCATION
934 West Street, Annapolis, MD
THE DEETS
This is a great opportunity for families to serve together. The facilities are small which means cleaning will be minimal.
Maximum group size is 20.
