Opportunities at IBC
IBC English as a Second Language Ministry
The mission field comes to Immanuel to learn English. Immanuel’s ESL Ministry serves 35-70 adults from 20+ countries - some that don't accept missionaries. Students come to Immanuel for class twice a week in the morning or evening. Volunteers serve once a week as teachers, classroom helpers, greeters, Bible Time teachers, substitute teachers and in administrative capacities. Requirements are that volunteers speak English, love God, and love people. Training and curriculum are provided. New classes start every fall and winter and small group Bible classes are offered in the spring. The need for helpers and teachers is constant. Contact: Sara Ortiz, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Opportunities for Central Union Mission
Mission Muffins Are Back!
As part of Central Union Mission’s Ready 2 Cook program, our employees learn baking, retail, and business skills that help make them ready for the job market. We believe we can replace dependence (“Will Work for Food”) with responsibility (“Will Work for My Future”), pairing the employee’s potential with his determination to succeed. Every time you purchase one of our delicious products, you are helping to train and equip a homeless or employment-challenged individual to return to society.
Place your order online by Wednesday, March 31. Orders will be available outside the IBC Bookstore after the 9am service on April 4. (For May, place orders by Wednesday, April 28 for pick up on May 2.)
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Central Union Mission Shelter Needs Sheets & Towels
The shelter overnight guest population is growing once again. There is an immediate need for white twin sheet sets, standard pillow cases and bath towels. Donations are needed by April 12th. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to help out!
Camp Bennett Counselors
Central Union Mission is offering a unique paid opportunity this summer at Camp Bennett in Brookeville, MD. Counselors are needed, ages 18-26, with lots of energy and excitement to share the gospel. Camp will run Monday-Friday, June 21 through August 13. Counselors are allowed to go home for the weekend, but they are also allowed to stay on campus on weekends if desired. Learn more about Camp Bennett at campbennett.org. Contact Camp Director Michael Tate, 301-327-3313, to learn more and to apply for a position this summer.
Central Union Mission Family Ministry Center
Non-perishable Food & Gift Card Donations
The FMC is serving twice as many families during the pandemic. Please drop non-perishable food items in the Mission bin in the Atrium any Sunday. Gift cards for Amazon and Giant are given to elderly and single parent households with children attending school virtually. It allows them to order their food online to be delivered. Mail gift cards to: Family Ministry Center, Attn: Tracy Duncan, 3194 Bladensburg Rd., Ste. B, Washington, D.C. 20018.
Bible Verse Writing Rally
Organize a verse-writing rally with your family at home to encourage those less fortunate. Bible verse cards are a great encouragement to the low-income neighbors who receive services from the Mission. All you have to do is:
- Write out Bible verses of encouragement on 3x5 index cards, one verse per card. Do not list any personal information.
- Mail the stack of cards to Central Union Mission, P.O. Box 96763, Washington, DC 20090
Support Mission Muffins
March 1, Atrium
With the Ready2Cook program, employees learn baking, retail, marketing and business skills that make them ready for the job market. A wonderful assortment of scones and muffins will be on hand - they freeze up for later just great too! Learn more at missionmuffins.com.
Serving Dinner at Central Union Mission
Volunteer to serve dinner, 4:45-6:30pm, Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18 and 25. Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit missiondc.org/volunteer to see other opportunities to serve at the Mission.
Assist Pregnancy Center Ministry Needs
Cleaning Volunteer: Help keep the clinic and offices hospitable and welcoming to patients by joining the cleaning team! Assist has an immediate need for additional volunteers to serve on a weekly or bimonthly basis. Learn more about this role by contacting This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Baby Girl Clothing: Each month, Assist throws a baby shower for clients nearing the end of their pregnancies. We are currently running low on new baby girl clothing (newborn - 12 months). If your small group is interested in hosting a supply drive or baby shower, this would be a great time! Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for details.
Central Union Mission Food Drive
Sunday, March 15, all services
Every week the Mission provides over 300 people with non-perishable foods through their Ministry Resource Center. IBC holds a food drive in conjunction with our communion services in support of this important ministry. While many of the clients are not homeless, they do suffer financial hardships. The program serves senior citizens, single families and the Hispanic community. The Mission recognizes that hunger does not always stem from homelessness or unemployment, it affects the working impoverished as well. For more information, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Bring donations to the Atrium.
Breakfast & Chapel at The Lamb Center of Fairfax
Thursday, April 2, 8-11:30am
Join our team as we serve those in need with breakfast, love and the Gospel at this daytime shelter.
Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Volunteer at the Family Ministry Center of Central Union Mission
Over 4,000 individuals are ministered to every month. Volunteers are always needed for assisting with preparing food bags, Monday-Thursday, 9:00am-3:00pm. This is a great service opportunity for families! The Center is located at 3194 Bladensburg Rd., NE, Suite B, Washington, D.C. 20018. Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Fresh Start Kits
You and your team can encourage our homeless neighbors today - and all you need is a shoebox! We invite you to decorate a shoebox or Ziploc bag and fill it with small necessities that can help keep a homeless man or woman clean and safe. Remember that being homeless often means having no access to supplies we take for granted. You can fill your kit with these suggested items and more: comb/brush, hand towel, travel sizes of shampoo, soap, lotion, deodorant tissue pack, baby wipes, hand sanitizer, toothbrush, toothpaste, adhesive bandages, antibiotic ointment, and some warm socks. The items may be brought on Sundays to the Mission donation basket in the Atrium. For more information, visit missiondc.org/shoebox.
Bible Verse Writing Rally for Central Union Mission
Organize a verse writing rally with your family or any group to encourage those less fortunate. Bible verse cards are a great encouragement to the low-income neighbors who receive food from the Mission and will be placed in the bags of groceries they receive. All you have to do:
- Write out Bible verses of encouragement on 3x5 index cards, one verse per card. Do not list any personal information.
- Send the stack of cards to Central Union Mission, P.O. Box 96763, Washington, DC 20090
Donate Hotel Travel-Size Toiletries
Are you a frequent traveler? Help Central Union Mission by donating travel-size toiletries given out to their overnight guests. The Mission estimates a savings of over $1000 a year through these donations. It also makes their guests feel special to have their own private toiletries. The items may be brought to the Atrium CUM donation basket any Sunday. For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Clean Out Those Closets!
You can help provide hope and confidence to those Central Union Mission serves in the DC metro area by donating new or gently used clothing. Men’s, women’s and children’s clothes for any season are appreciated. Please drop off donations at Central Union Mission, 65 Massachusetts, Avenue NW, Washington DC 20001. The Mission is open 24 hours a day and tax receipts will be provided. Contact the Mission, 202.745.7118.
Anacostia Gracious Arts Program (AGAP)
AGAP is an after-school ministry in SE Washington DC. They have partnered with First Rock Baptist Church on Alabama Ave SE to meet with 40 kids from the surrounding neighborhood of Benning Terrace. Please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information on how you can support this vital ministry serving inner-city youth.
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