As the temperatures drop, we want to come alongside our new partner Washington Elementary and the 290 children resuming in-person classes. We are kicking off a winter wear drive on January 24. Please bring in new or gently used children’s coats, gloves and hats, in a variety of sizes for children ages 4-11. You can drop them in the box in the lobby or in the Children’s Ministry wing. Deadline to receive coats is February 7. Contact wferguson@eastminster.org for more info.

Local missions partner, Raise my Head, provides healing and restoration for women breaking free from sex trafficking. They offer a safe, structured two-year residential program. After successful completion, the residents move into their own apartment. One woman is graduating this month, and we would love to come alongside her and bless her. If you can donate any of these new or gently used items, please contact Saundra at itsrog2each@aol.com or leave a message at 316.993.8330. Moving day is Feb 1.

Items Needed:

1 Floor Lamp

Kitchen Knives

Swiffer Mop & Pads

Microwave

Vacuum Cleaner

Double Bed frame, Box Springs & Mattress

1 Set of Double Sheets & Pillowcases

1 small couch

1 Chair

Raise my Head is also in need of volunteers to help with transportation. The women often need help getting to appointments, jobs, etc. Please contact Pat Jones at patj@raisemyhead.org or 316.706.9840.