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IT HAS HAPPENED. THE MOVE HAS BEGUN!
The move of the Columbus Rescue Mission from 1471-25th Avenue to its current location of 1112-15th Street has been completed for men overnight guests. We are still in need of financial donations to complete the work that must be done to finish painting, cleaning, etc. at the new facility as we will be opening the women's rooms and the family rooms in the very near future. If God puts it on your heart to make a donation or to volunteer with the cleaning or painting, please contact the mission at 402-563-1096 and ask for Karen or Pastor Justin.
The Columbus and Living Water Rescue Mission - "Helping the Hurting and the Homeless in the name of Jesus Christ!"
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Pastor Justin Fisher
Executive Director
Columbus and Living Water Rescue Mission
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MARCH 2024
Today we helped a man successfully move out of the Columbus Rescue Mission and into his own apartment. It was encouraging to see him happy to be in his own place after spending a few weeks here. We were able to help him with some things to go into his new place too since he really had nothing to start with. While he was here, he heard the gospel many times, was able to eat three meals a day and he had a warm and safe place to sleep. He is just one of many individuals that come through the mission and are able to turn their lives around because of your support. We are so grateful for how you have supported us here at the Columbus and Living Water Rescue Mission! Without your donations of food, clothing, housewares, sheets, blankets, money and many other things we would not be able to help anyone. Would you be willing to continue supporting the ministry here? We need your ongoing support to continue to share the gospel, serve the food, provide the beds and everything else that is required to run the Mission. We look forward to seeing all of the ladies at our upcoming Women’s Brunches. (Columbus is on April 13th and York is on April 20th) RSVP by calling the office in Columbus or York if you are interested in attending.
I have been able to get out and speak at a number of churches over the last few months and I would love to come and speak to your church in whatever setting works for you. If you would be willing to have me come to your church and fill the pulpit or just give an update about the mission, please give me a call at 402-563-1096.
Please continue to pray for the guests and staff of the Columbus and Living Water Rescue Mission! We need your prayers!
For His Glory,
Pastor Justin Fisher
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More Progress at the Columbus Rescue Mission
One of our goals for 2024 is to complete the Women and Family Wing of our new building. We are making progress, but we still have a ways to go. Some of our needs include: money for plumbing, 10 metal bunk beds, curtains and much more! If you haven’t seen our new building, stop by for a tour.
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James Johnson
Associate Director
Living Water Rescue Mission
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Laverna Smith
Women's Ministry / Healing Heart Director
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"Service and Celebration: Honoring our Dedicated Volunteers"
By LaVerna Smith
Dedication, commitment, and a heart for serving others. These are just a few qualities that describe Stephanie and Tiffany, two of our incredible volunteers at the Living Water Rescue Mission. Every week, they selflessly give their time and energy to help in our clothing barn, assisting those in need in our community. Their smiling faces and willingness to lend a hand bring joy to all those around them. Recently, we had the privilege of celebrating these two volunteers for their victory in a basketball game. It was a moment of pride and happiness to see them receive their blue ribbon, a symbol of their hard work and teamwork, paying off. Their success on the court is a reflection of their dedication and spirit of collaboration in everything they do.
These volunteers are truly shining stars in our community, making a difference in the lives of others with kindness and compassion. They are an inspiration to us all. We are grateful for the presence they have on our mission and community.
As we continue to work together, may their victory on the basketball court serve as a reminder of the victories we can achieve when we come together to support one another. Here's to many more celebrations, victories, and moments of joy shared with these two amazing volunteers. Thank you for all that you do. You are truly appreciated.
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received, to serve others as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms." - 1st Peter 4:10
This verse from the Bible reminds us of the importance of using our gifts and talents to serve others, just as our volunteers have done at the mission. Their selfless dedication to helping those in need reflects the spirit of stewardship and grace that we are called to embody. May we all be inspired to follow their example and use our own gifts to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
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A MINISTRY ASSOCIATE IS NEEDED IN YORK
Billy Graham once said; The highest form of worship is the worship of unselfish Christian service.
There is great opportunity for men and woman of faith in Christ to unselfishly serve in rescue ministry. Jesus said, “The greatest among you will be your servant”. Please consider serving at Living Water Rescue Mission in York where you will be able to come alongside and encourage the hurting and the homeless in the name of Jesus Christ.
If you are a Christian with a biblical world view and want to serve in ministry, we need a single male or a married couple for a live-in position in York. We have a one-bedroom apartment for you to live onsite and cover overnight and weekend duties. Applicants must be active in a local church fellowship.
If you are interested, please call James Johnson at 402-362-0127 for more information.
Living Water Rescue Mission - 701 South Lincoln Avenue.
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Columbus Rescue Mission Ladies Brunch Invite
The Columbus Rescue Mission Brunch Committee would like to extend an invitation to all the ladies of the community and donors from years past to our annual Columbus Rescue Mission Brunch. Our special speaker this year will be Pastor Justin Fisher (our new mission director). Special music will be performed by the Jubilation Ringers Bell Choir from Trinity Lutheran Church, directed by Peg Speicher. A wonderful selection of food will be provided, please come with an appetite, not only in spirit but in your bellies. The morning will be filled with sharing what the Lord has been and is currently doing at the mission here in Columbus and in the Lives of the women in the Healing Hearts Program in Living Water Rescue Mission.
STAND FIRM!
1 Corinthians 16:13-14
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Columbus Berean Church - 3027 38th Street Columbus NE 68601
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Saturday, April 13th
- 9:30 – 11:30 am
- Please call (402) 563-1096 to RSVP or to reserve and decorate a table for the event
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CALENDAR of UPCOMING EVENTS
March 14 - 7 pm - Prayer Meeting at Living Water Rescue Mission in York
March 28 - 10 am - Prayer Meeting at the Columbus Rescue Mission
April 11 - 7 pm - Prayer Meeting at Living Water Rescue Mission in York
April 13 - Columbus Rescue Mission Women's Brunch - Berean Church - 9:30-11:30 am - Columbus
April 20 - Living Water Rescue Mission Women's Brunch - Emmanuel Lutheran Church - 9:30-11:30 am - York
April 25 - 10 am - Prayer Meeting at the Columbus Rescue Mission
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Columbus & Living Water Rescue Mission Statistics for February 2024
Men's Beds Provided = 383
Women's Beds Provided = 123
Kids Beds Provided = 0
Total Beds Provided = 506
Meals Served = 1,572
Non-Guests Assisted = 252
Chapel Attendance = 415
Jail Inmate Contacts = 104
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Living Water Rescue Mission Current Needs List
Ground Beef (1 and 2 lb. packages), 17 and 33 Gallon Trash Bags, Canned Chicken, Canned Peaches and Pears, Dishwashing Liquid, Toilet Paper, Eggs, Paper Towels, Hot Dogs, Hamburger Helper, Macaroni and Cheese, Coffee, Creamer, Paper Plates (sturdy), Men's Boxer Briefs (Medium and Large), Women's Intimate Wear, Women's Socks, Feminine Hygiene Products, Unscented Deodorant (Men's and Women's), Body Wash, Shampoo, and Conditioner
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Columbus Rescue Mission Current Needs List
Bleach, Mr. Clean, Windex, Pinesol, Toilet Cleaner, Shower Cleaner, 33-gallon Trash Bags, Laundry Detergent, Ziploc bags (various sizes), Wide Aluminum Foil, Dawn Dish Soap, Kleenex, Sausage, Bacon, Milk, Butter, Coffee, Sugar, Kool-Aid, Ground Beef, Canned Vegetables, Canned Soups, Canned Fruit, Napkins, Paper Towels, Paper Plates and Bowls, Plasticware (knives, forks, and spoons), Liquid Hand Soap, Coffee and Creamer, and Cooking Seasonings
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Karen Phillips - Columbus Rescue Mission Administrative Assistant and Volunteer Coordinator
The Giving Shed and Donation Shed at the Columbus Rescue Mission ARE NOW OPEN. We are accepting financial, food, clothing and household goods at this time. WE DO NOT ACCEPT: ANY FURNITURE, seasonal (holiday) decorations, broken picture frames, any books of a questionable nature, exercise equipment, toys, computers, or monitors. We DO accept all sizes of men's, women's, and children's clothing as well as shoes, coats, bedding, mittens, gloves, etc. Please refrain from packing used underwear in your bags of clothing that you bring to us. We can not accept these items because of health reasons.
We have certain guidelines for shoppers to follow that will be posted in the shed. Please adhere to these guidelines as closely as possible to make your shopping experience pleasant for everyone concerned.
Finally, we are still in need of volunteers to help us in the sheds. Our volunteers primarily help with the sorting of clothes and helping the shoppers during their visit to the mission. We are in need of volunteers Monday through Saturday from 1 PM until 4 PM. If you are interested in helping us out, please contact Karen Phillips at the Columbus Rescue Mission at 402-563-1096.
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Would You Please Consider Volunteering at the Columbus and Living Water Rescue Mission?
1 Peter 4:10 Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.
If you are interested in bringing in a dinner to the Columbus Rescue Mission, please contact Mindy Bates at 402-246-2058.
If you are interested in bringing in a dinner to the Living Water Rescue Mission, please contact Winnie Callahan at 402-362-3252.
If you would like to be a blessing to those in need, please call Karen in Columbus at 402-563-1096 or LaVerna in York at 402-362-0127.
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Prayer Time at the Columbus and Living Water Rescue Mission
Matthew 18:19-20 "Again I say to you that if two of you agree on earth concerning anything that they ask, it will be done for them by My Father in heaven. For where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am there in the midst of them."
The power of prayer is so amazing. It is the time when God wants to share with us. Prayer by the individual is powerful in its own right, but when "two or three are gathered" the time spent in prayer can be an experience that we will never forget for the rest of our earthly lives.
We would like to invite you to share with us in prayer at our monthly prayer meetings at the Columbus Rescue Mission in Columbus and at the Living Water Rescue Mission in York. Prayer meetings are held in York the second Thursday of each month at 7 PM. The March meeting will be held on March 14 and the April meeting will be held on April 11 at the Living Water Rescue Mission. Prayer meetings are held in Columbus the last Thursday of each month at 10 AM. The March meeting will be held on March 29 at the Columbus Rescue Mission and the April meeting will be held on April 25. If you have any questions (or would like more information) please call Karen at 402-563-1096 in Columbus or LaVerna at 402-362-0127 in York. Please consider praying with us!
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As we are a 501 c 3, we accept no state or federal assistance. Please consider Him as you consider helping us.
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