REACH exists to provide opportunties for individuals to live out HIS WORD, OUR WALK through hands-on ministry across the street and around the world.

In order to accomplish that purpose, we know it’s important to remind our church that:

• Sharing God’s love for people is a responsibility and a privilege.
• Unity in mission and service makes our church stronger.
• Communication is crucial in connecting individuals to what God is doing across the street and around the world.
• Participation in service opportunities is not limited to a specific age group-- everyone can share the love of Christ with someone else.
• Obedience to God’s call through praying, giving, and going can change the life of an individual.

PEOPLE:

We are grateful for the numerous missionaries that God has called into full-time service in an international context.  It’s our privilege to partner with the following:

• Miriam Prabhakar-- India (Global Ministries)
• Family in Turkey-- name and agency withheld
• Teachers in Asia-- name and agency withheld
• Jason & Karen Shrock-- South Africa (Teen Missions International)
• Ron & Cathy Datema-- US Center for World Missions
• Jenaya Bonner - China (Global Ministries)

PARTNERS:

We are excited that God has raised up ministry partners to share the Gospel in practical ways.  We are privileged as a church to partner with the following ministries:

• Loving Shepherd Ministries (Haiti)
• InterVarsity Christian Fellowship
• Youth For Christ (Allen & Huntington counties)
• Greater Fort Wayne Campus Ministry
• Wings of Hope
• A Hope Center
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes
• World Relief

These partnerships provide hands-on opportunities for members of Emmanuel.

PARTICIPATION:

We understand that an obedient response to God's call for the church to live out His mission involves active participation in outREACH.  To that end, we’re excited to offer these opportunities to participate in what God is doing across the street and around the world.

SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

We understand that not everyone has the ability or the resources to pack his or her bags and head off on a service trip. For that reason, we offer ample opportunities for local involvement – and to stay true to our mission of hands-on ministry “across the street”.

SERVICE PROJECTS:

Watch church publications and promotional materials for upcoming projects.

GLOBAL PARTICIPATION:

As people discover the joy of serving others and sense God’s call to deeper service, they often develop a desire to serve in longer-term ways in addition to serving here in our community.

PROCESS:

Want to jump on board for an incredible experience with an eternal impact?  Here’s how you can partner with Emmanuel Community Church!



SHORT TERM TRIP (with Emmanuel Community REACH):

Watch church publications and promotional materials for upcoming short-term trips.  

SHORT TERM TRIP (with another organization):

Sometimes folks from Emmanuel choose to experience hands-on missions involvement through other organizations.  That’s great!  We’re more than interested in partnering with individuals in these circumstances.  Simply contact us if you’re planning a trip in this way.  
 
LONG TERM OPPORTUNITIES:

We’re thrilled when God calls someone from our church into full-time missionary service!  If you feel God pulling you in that direction, let us know!