Compassion Ministries
We desire to play our part in helping to reduce poverty, oppression and suffering--- in New York City and the world. We feel that we are very near the heart of God when we break down barriers of class, race and ethnicity by humble service. We hope to make these kinds of encounters a more frequent experience in our community of faith.
Overseas...
Chile Relief Effort
It's heartbreaking---while we're all still reeling from the Haitian tragedy, a new disaster strikes
in Chile. Our friends at the Pathway Vineyard Church
in Lewiston, Maine have long been developing relationships in Chile and have many contacts there
who are mobilizing to provide relief. Phil Strout, Senior Pastor of Pathway and Overseer of
the Eastern Region of Vineyard Churches
(of which we are a part) writes this:
- "Pathway Vineyard Church is setting up a fund to help the people in Chile at this time. If you
would like to participate in that it would be welcomed. We intend to extend a hand directly to the
people in Chile that we have relationship with as we will be able to lend a hand over the months and years to come."
The River will be giving toward this effort from our Compassion Fund. We encourage you to consider contributing as well.
Haiti Relief Effort
Like you, our hearts are heavy with concern for the people
affected by the tragic devstation in Haiti. We have partnered with Convoy of Hope
to provide relief. In addition, the Vineyard
movement
(of which we a part) is also
mobilizing a response. You can read the letter by the National Director
of the Vineyard
here.
We encourage you to consider contributing towards these efforts.
Mozambique
The River has supported Could You?, an organization whose mission is to help individuals find their own unique contribution to impact poverty....specifically in Mozambique. We encourage you to check out Could You?.
In NYC...
The River supports the following community organizations:
RestoreNYC providing assistance for women who have been victimized by the sex trafficking and prostitution.
Manhattan Youth Center providing provides academic, recreational and cultural activities for Lower Manhattan.
Bowery Mission provides assistance for New Yorkers caught in the cycle of poverty.
YounLife Red Hook, Brooklyn providing a Christ-centered mentorship program for middle & high school students.
Run For Knowledge an annual benefit for music, art & science programs (as well as the library) of P.S. 89 in Tribeca to be held September 25.
Bailey House - Game Night
The River partners with the Bailey House---a residence program to serve and empower homeless people in NYC affected by HIV/AIDS---by sponsoring a game night and art night.
Game Night: Once a month we head to the Bailey House to socialize and build deeper relationships by playing games, sharing a meal, and getting to know people. Come join us! Contact jeremiah.hulburt@gmail.com for more info.
