Cornerstone Connections - The Cornerstone Rescue Mission
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Cornerstone Connections - The Cornerstone Rescue Mission
30 Main St. PO Box 2188 Rapid City, SD 57709 605-341-2844 Fax:605-718-2332 [email protected] July 2015 Cornerstone Connections Our Ministry First program and our mission statement are very similar. Both are designed to lead our guests and staff to a successful, balanced and interdependent life with Christ. We have always strived not only to meet the physical needs but the emotional and spiritual needs of the people we serve as well. Making that connection is not easy with those that have been on the streets and mistreated, understandably having a difficult time with trust. We look at them as someone’s mom or dad, brother or sister, son or daughter. They are precious human beings who are suffering in immeasurable ways, each one with their own very unique story. Connecting through an activity is a great way to present the gospel, remove barriers and instill some hope. Taking a walk, getting some fresh air, add an ice cream cone and you can open the door for a nice chat. Doing some crafts or playing disc golf are some options too. This is not revolutionary or complicated, it can even begin with a question: “What can I do to help you”? It is part of the process of building a relationship that will build trust and safety. And eventually helping someone find Jesus and more hope than they’ve known without Him. Currently we are offering “A School of Discipleship” at a church where the idea is to “serve and be served”. A group of about 12-15 men from the mission get to go to a church, have a meal and enjoy a teaching time. We are starting a “Linked-up Program” to link up women awaiting court dates who are needing a friend to encourage them during this time. We are also looking for Interest Groups who would be interested coming along side our guests to share the love of Christ. Josh Bond can link you up with ideas for making connections with Cornerstone guests. Please consider sending an email to Josh at [email protected] for more information. Worship Service on Wednesday at 6:30 in the chapel (Cornerstone Church) seems to be a favorite. This is a transitional worship service for any individuals and families who, for whatever reason, have not linked with a local congregation. We believe the local congregation is the ideal place for most people, yet know that problems vary as to why people are unable to attend local church services. Bible studies are an ongoing part of the chapel at the mission and at the Women and Children’s Home. Thank you for investing in the people we serve - those who are trying to escape the disaster of homelessness. You are helping them climb out of an underworld that is evil and join a world of health and hope. CORNERSTONE RESCUE MISSION COMFORT PILLOW DRIVE At Cornerstone it is our mission to help displaced families and individuals that come to us for help. We hope to provide a little comfort in their time of need. Many of us may feel a pillow may seem insignificant; a “luxury” we don’t think about. Many of the families at the Women and Children’s home, and the men at our Mission, would appreciate the comfort of a pillow to end their day. We need new or gently used pillows for our Women’s and Children’s home and the Men’s Mission. Non-feathered pillows are preferred, as they wash better. Both of these facilities are normally full to capacity, so the need is always present and real. Please help us fill this comfort need for those who are experiencing hardships at this time. Drop off for your pillow donation to: Cornerstone Rescue Mission Admin. Offices 401- 11th Street, Rapid City SD. Please contact Stephanie for more information at 605-718-8712 or e-mail to [email protected]. Needs List MEN’S MISSION 30 Main St. Eggs • Pepper • Egg noodles • Canned fruit Milk - fresh or dry milk Meat • Butter or margarine Toothpaste & deodorant • Razors VETERANS 30 Main St. Shaving cream & razors • Shoes & boots, all sizes Back packs • Underwear and T-shirts Many Thanks It seems quite often we come across amazing people at the Cornerstone Rescue Mission– and Cindy Cooke is one of them. Cindy is the owner of Trisha Waldron Designs, which is a wholesale jewelry company based in Rapid City. She contacted Cornerstone about doing a jewelry fundraiser where 25% of the proceeds were donated to the Cornerstone Women & Children’s Home. In addition to this event, she has made many generous donations to our thrift store. We want to thank Cindy and all the generous donors who continually give to Cornerstone. We thank God daily for you. WOMEN & CHILDREN’S HOME Kleenex & tampons • Mosquito repellent Diapers size 3 • Baby lotion & baby wipes Tomato/spaghetti sauce Towels • Twin size comforters Shampoo & Conditioner • Bus Passes APARTMENTS 1220 East Blvd. Queen size mattress pads • Queen size beds/frames Vacuums • Kitchen chairs/tables DEAR ONES CHILD CARE 2901 Wisconsin Avenue Drying rack or drying line for art projects Mosquito spray • Electric griddle Sippy cups/small plastic glasses Small bowls • Boy and girl underpants Size 5 or 6 diapers & pull ups Toy storage containers • Ziploc bags (all sizes) Large muscle toys (jump ropes, hula hoops, Parachute, ring toss, large plastic balls 1 KITCHEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Do you have a group that wants to help out at Cornerstone? We invite you to bring food, cook and serve a meal in our remodeled kitchen! OPEN DATES: Supper for the First Monday of every month Call Maryam at 341-2844 for more information. Supper for the Second Tuesday of every month Lunch for the Second Sunday of the month on every other month. Thank you!! Much Needed Hope The Cornerstone Apartments have 24 apartments meeting the need for many who start out in the other Cornerstone facilities, or come from referrals from other area agencies. The following story was written by one of our guests. The names have been changed. Hello, this is a story about a couple who struggled with life and overcame adversities. My name is Lenard and my girlfriend is Marsha. When I met her, I was living at the Men’s mission who no sudden aspirations to do anything with my life but stay put. I think I was at a crossroads cause thinking back, I was drifting from place to place and had no stable environment. Marsha strolled into my life when I was at my weakest and no urge to start a family. A family was far from my thoughts at the time because I made poor decisions up until that point when I met her. That is where everything changed for me and her. She reminds me that she was on a downhill slide in her life, so you can say we changed together. This is where life took off for us with our approval or not. Our first son was born in March, next was our daughter exactly on the same day in March five years later (which means we throw two birthday parties). Instead of having everything prepared for their life- a stable household, we ended up staying in countless rundown motels. Motels that had mice, walls where the paint was coming off, broken glass outside the rooms, etc. I could go on and on. I remember one moment that made me feel real heartbroken, this is when Marsha was sobbing because we had no money for rent, no transportation and our little ones needed things. Then we heard about Volunteers of America and a lady who was one of our saviors. Kelly directed us to the Cornerstone Apartments, where we met MaryAnn and Andrea who gave us hope that was much needed at the time. All I can say is that VOA and Cornerstone Apartments gave us a chance to keep our family together. So thanks from me and Marsha (plus the lil ones) for all your help. This family has been living in the Cornerstone Apartments for over a year and the children are doing great, along with the family. They have found the real Savior. We thank all the volunteers and donors who help make happy families of people with no hope, remembering the words in Titus 1:2b “in hope of eternal life, which God, who never lies, promised before the ages began.” ESV Cornerstone Rescue Mission 5k Fun Run We invite you to participate as a Sponsor of the 3rd Annual Cornerstone Rescue Mission 5k Fun Run. The event will be held on Saturday, August 15th at Sioux Park. As a GOLD, SILVER or BRONZE sponsor your business name will be printed on our Fun Run T-shirts for participants. If you would like your logo on the shirt, please send an email before July 15th to [email protected]. If you would like to participate in the 5k, please see the registration form on the back page. Please send check and form to Cornerstone at PO Box 2188, Rapid City, SD 57709 Name of Business: ___________________________________________________________ ____ $100 Bronze ____ $250 Silver Sponsor Contact Name: ______________________________________________________________ ____ $500 Gold Sponsor Thank you for your consideration of becoming a Fun Run sponsor !! ____ Other _______________
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