Change Local

The next volunteer invasive species plant removal work day at Warren Dunes State Park is on Sunday, March 1, from 1–4 p.m. We will meet at the picnic area south of the campground. Enter at the main park entrance and turn right just past the entrance booths on the road to the campground.  Travel past the park headquarters towards the campground; the picnic area will be on the 
left. GPS Coordinates: 41.907001, -86.591755.

By removing invasive plant species we protect the natural habitat and food supply for birds and animals that live and visit our parks and protect our parks for future generations. We welcome all families and friends. If anyone needs a letter indicating their participation for credit, we can provide this after the event.

Passion Play will be happening this year! Volunteers of all kinds are needed!

Get service credit, meet new people and have some fun!

Check it out and sign up to volunteer here: passionplay.andrews.edu/volunteers/index.html.

Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019
Warren Dunes State Park, 1–4 p.m.

Help keep our critical dunes free of invasive plants! Volunteers will help remove non-native tree saplings and bushes from dune areas. No experience is necessary, and volunteers will be trained to identify target species. Volunteers will meet at the picnic area south of the campground. Enter at the main park entrance and turn right on the road to the campground, just past the entrance booths. Travel past the park headquarters toward the campground; the picnic area will be on the left.

                                GPS Coordinates:   41.907001, -86.591755.

This is a great opportunity for students and families to give back to nature. Students can earn Community Service or Environmental Service hours. You are still welcome even if you can’t stay the full three hours. Dress for the weather. Bring a pair of work gloves and hand trimmers if you have them. Consider a hat and a water bottle. Park entrance is waived for volunteers.

Workday Cancellation

If a workday must be canceled due to inclement weather, or for any other reason, a voicemail message will be posted at 269-921-0232 at least two hours before the scheduled workday start time. If there is no cancellation message the workday will continue as planned.

Sponsored by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

For additional information see michigan.gov/dnr/0,4570,7-350-79137_79767_79860_81155---,00.html or contact:

Heidi M. Frei
Natural Resources Steward, SW Michigan
Michigan Dept. of Natural Resources
Parks and Recreation Division, Stewardship Unit
517-284-6133 office
517-202-1360 cell
freih@michigan.gov

Come and make an impact in our local Benton Harbor schools. Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3–6 p.m. For more information, please contact the individuals on the flyer. We hope to see you be a part of this great event. 

We are in the midst of creating plans for Change Day 2019! We are seeking input from student volunteers, who want to lead out in the planning and coordination of Change Day. 

If you are interested in being part of the planning team, please email teela@andrews.edu or come by Campus Ministries.

We need people to help with set up, child care, and/or prepare/serve food, etc at our monthly support meeting for foster and adoptive families in Berrien County.  We meet at PMC on the second Thursday of the month. Come and join us in making an impact in our community. Please feel free to visit our website www.godshands4kids.org. 

The Department of Music invites you to participate in something we believe is a wonderful opportunity for service. This school year we will be going to Westville Correctional Facility in Indiana. The short of it is this:

1.     Training will take place this Friday, October 12, 2-4 p.m. in the choir room, Hamel Hall. Training is mandatory to participate.

2.      Prison Ministry is a weekly event on Sabbath afternoons.  We will be departing from the Music Dept. at 2:00 p.m. and returning at 5:00 p.m. transportation is provided.

3.      We will rotate students, and no one, unless they would like to, is expected to come every week.

4.     You will receive co-curricular credit. We will be organizing a choir in the prison. You can either join the choir, or bring your instrument. Music scores will be provided.

5.      Paperwork must be completed, please stop by the Office before Friday. You can bring it with you on Friday to the training session

This is a great opportunity to share your God-given talents with those who may not have had the chance to experience something beautiful in their lives. I hope you can join us!​

The United Way of Southwest Michigan is passionate about providing for the needs of people. They update their website regularaly with new ways to connect and volunteer with children, seniors, or the community. Please see their website at https://www.uwsm.org/

Many different areas to serve...

Center for Youth Evangelism Volunteer Staff openings: 

•  CYE - 2019 CHOSEN International Pathfinder Camporee Volunteer Staff needed. 

•  CYE - Wear House Organizational Volunteer Staff needed. 

•  CYE - Marketing / Communication / Volunteer Staff needed . 

•  CYE - Foundation Writer Volunteer Staff needed.  

•  CYE - Research / Survey Volunteer Staff needed.

•  CYE -  Social Media Volunteer Staff needed. 

•  CYE - Children Ministry Volunteer Staff needed.  

If you are interested in volunteering in any of these areas please email serge@cye.org or pastorronwhitehead@me.com

Summary:  Advances the work of One Buchanan to promote a city that promotes inclusion and affirms diversity through the staffing of a One Buchanan/PRISM Club at the Buchanan High School.  The PRISM Club serves as a peer support group for LGBT students. 

Accountabilities:

1.  In conjunction with One Buchanan and the Buchanan High School, coordinates the launch and activities of a One Buchanan Club.

2.  In tandem with appointed liaisons from the Buchanan High School, arranges for educational programs that advance diversity and inclusion.

3.  Defines community service projects and community service organizational partners.

4.  Handles logistics for community service projects.

5.  Provides recommendations to One Buchanan and Buchanan High School for support service needs for marginalized youth.

Qualifications: Experience in working with youth.  Ability to work with diverse youth from differing ethnic, racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, including LGBT youth.
Well organized and ability to coordinate community service projects. Skills in conflict management and meeting coordination.

Time Commitment:  3-4 hours per week

 

Volunteer to assist in conducting demonstrations  at local churches and schools that illustrate important chemical principles with spiritual applications. 

Mentor or tutor students today in Berrien Springs' public schools from Mon. - Thurs. 2:45pm-5:00pm

We recently posted opportunities to help seniors learn about computers, including computer basics, Microsoft Excel,  Windows 10 and what streaming services are. These opportunities will be at the new Area Agency on Aging computer lab in St. Joseph. The times of classes are very flexible to fit into your daytime, weekday schedule. Thank you and please call or email me if you have any questions.

First the Blade ministry exists to support the discipleship of Seminary families with children through:

• Experiences for Seminary student families including but not limited to:
  • Meet and Greets for new and returning Seminary families. 
  • Family nights for Seminary families that might include activities like bowling and other activities for children.
  • Parent's Night Out events which are designed to give parents an evening away from their children while their children are cared for and involved in spiritual and exercise activities.
• Planned visits with Seminary families in order to identify areas of need and provide support. 
• Biblical education may be provided at the Ruth Murdoch Elementary School, Andrews Academy or Village SDA Church School. Often this involves teaching upper class students how to teach the lower grade students.
• Scholarship funds are collected for Christian education and disbursements made to schools for tuition for the children of Seminary students.

Our vision is "Every child a growing disciple."

Our mission is to make it possible for all children of Seminary students to have religious education while their parents are studying, and for them to leave even more dedicated, Seventh-day Adventist, Christian disciples of Jesus Christ than they were when they arrived.

We exist to change the world by empowering at-risk youth Benton Harbor and beyond to overcome adversity and break the cycles of generational poverty. Volunteer with us today! To get more information email us: greateryouthmovement@gmail.com.

Are you looking to help another person or family? 
We are in need of kind caring people that enjoy sitting with and talking to people that are on Hospice Care.
We are looking for someone who would enjoy doing bible study in a facility every week for an hour or so. 
If you enjoy helping and providing comfort to those in need this is the opportunity for you. 

For more information contact: http://hospiceathomecares.org

           For more information contact: http://hospiceathomecares.org

      For more information contact: http://hospiceathomecares.org

As a Girl Scout volunteer, you’ll introduce girls to new experiences that show them they’re capable of more than they ever imagined. You’ll be their cheerleader, their guide, and the mentor that shows them that anything is possible. The memories you’ll share will last long after the meeting is over. Start today.

When you register for volunteer opportunities with Girl Scouts of the USA or Girl Scout councils, you agree that we can: (i) communicate with you; (ii) email you opportunities; and (iii) share your registration information with GS Councils in your relevant geographic area.

Contact us at: www.girlscouts.org/en/adults/volunteer.html

Crisis Text Line provides free, nationwide, 24/7 support for people in crisis, all via text message. The service is powered by volunteer Crisis Counselors who work remotely anywhere with a computer and secure internet connection. Crisis Counselors answer texts from people in crisis, bringing them from a hot moment to a cool calm through active listening, collaborative problem solving, and safety planning.

Apply to volunteer at crisistextline.org/volunteer     Email: support@crisistextline.org

Swim for MS encourages volunteers to create their own swim challenge while recruiting online donations to support the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA). There are no specific locations, date, or time - you can swim at any pool, any time! You can participate individually or recruit a team. Please visit SwimForMS.org to register. Prizes are given to the top fundraiser each month. Through the participation of Swim for MS, you will help spread awareness of multiple sclerosis and promote the positive benefits of swimming for people of all ages and skill levels.

For information about community service hours, please contact swim@mymsaa.org.

Mission minded, community driven volunteers were asked to commit 4 hours per month to help children living in poverty learn to read.  As team members, the volunteers will interact with BHAS students every other Friday. However, there will be a group present in the classroom every week

If you are interested in joining the team or supporting the effort, you may contact H.E.L.P. at human.empowerment.life.project@gmail.com or carlisle@andrews.edu.