This is the first entry for this new blog. The OAKS (Organized Acts of Kindness and Sacrifice)Ministry was birthed out of Christ The Rock Community Church in Menasha, WI about one year ago with the vision that we are all called to help our neighbors no matter how small or large the need. At a local level it might be assisting with a move, giving someone a ride to church, or coming along side the entire community to eliminate poverty. There is nothing that God can't handle and as long as our focus is on Him. We will be able to meet countless needs giving praise to God our Father for all things in the name of His Son Jesus Christ. Christ the Rock Community Church is a non-denomonational Bible based church committed to living, loving and reaching out.
The Global branch of OAKS covers all areas outside a 30 mile radious of CTR with the vision to lead other churches through partnership and example on the path to meeting needs at all levels whether it be a natural disaster, fire or whatever.
There have been hundreds of volunteers from our church and the community deployed out from CTR to the devastated Gulf Coast Region. In January we responded to the tornado that occurred in Kenosha County, WI (a special thank you to Robby, who helped me bless the people there with needed supplies) and during the first week of March I will be heading to the southern states that were affected by several tornadoes. The path went through Arkansas, Kentucky and Mississippi leaving several areas in shambles and taking a number of lives. My mission is to evaluate the needs and report back to CTR with any immediate, short term and long term needs. The time frame of this evaluation and another building project in Gautier, MS should take approximately 4-6 weeks.
I prayerfully request your deepest prayers which will support all those involved in the OAKS Ministry and my personal involvement as a ministry leader. For those who would also like to make a financial, tax-deductable donation to either the OAKS Ministry or directly to my (D. Jacobson) needs, it can be sent to Christ The Rock Community Church, W6254 Hwy 10-114, Menasha, WI 54952 to the attention of the OAKS Ministry with a notation stating it's distribution.
I am committed to God first and formost. I am also committed to you by keeping this blog up to date with whatever information I find as I travel to make these assessments while witnessing God's word to as many people that He places in my path..
Phil 4:13 I can do everything through him who gives me strength.
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My prayer for you Diane.
Heavenly Father, I pray for protection over my sister Diane. I pray that you would guide her steps as she goes south to help those in need. I pray for a hedge of protection over and around Diane as she represents You to the hurting people of this country. Thank you for calling Diane to be Your hands and feet in this way as the Global leader of OAKS. Let Diane be able to reflect Your goodness, kindness, love, mercy and compassion to those who are hurting from the devestation down south. Allow people to "taste" your mercy and compassion and love through Diane. Protect her and guide her steps as Diane goes out to be Your hands and feet to a fallen and hurting county. Protect her family and all of her loved ones while she is gone. I pray this in the strong name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. Amen.
Hi Diane,
You and your family will be in my prayers. I saw you out of the corner of my eye this morning, but missed talking with you. I'm glad to have this link (thanks Dean!) and it's wonderful to hear how you are doing.
I love the vision of OAKS! I know it is God's will for us to serve one another in this way! It's my joy to serve when I can.
It was SUCH a joy and blessing for us to have our house painted by the team last October! I said to Dean - "sign me on!"
I look forward to hearing the results of your evaluation in these next several weeks.
God be with you!
love, Chris Hemme
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