Churchwide Operation Charlotte is a week of ministry opportunities, October 17–22. As a church, we reach out to our neighbors by meeting their physical and spiritual needs in tangible ways through service projects with various local organizations. We have projects available for all ages. Please register by Thursday, October 13.
Additional Operation Charlotte Events to plan for:
- Saturday, October 15 - +1 Missions 5K - Register to run or volunteer here.
- Sunday, October 16 - Clothes Closet Collection - see list of donations here.
- October-November - Mission Tree - see list of gifts here.
Ministry Opportunities
Each ministry project will be led by a Hickory Grove member. No childcare will be provided for any of these projects. Click on the ministry or organization's name to learn more about how they serve the community. Family-friendly projects (for all ages) are highlighted under the ministry's name.
NOTE: This table is best viewed on a desktop computer or tablet device.
| DATE | MINISTRY/ ORGANIZATION |
TIME | PROJECT | PEOPLE NEEDED | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Monday, October 17 |
HG Food Pantry *Family Friendly |
8–11 AM | Sort food at the Food Pantry. | 15 | Full |
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Monday, October 17 |
HG Food Pantry *Family Friendly |
1–4:30 PM | Sort food at the Food Pantry. | 12 | Full |
|
Monday, October 17 |
Queen City Pregnancy and *Children 12 and up |
6-8 PM | Prayer walking inside local pregnancy center. Parents, be mindful that sensitive topics will be discussed. | 20 | Click Here |
|
Monday, October 17 |
*Family Friendly |
6-8 PM | Compile Welcome Bags | 15 | Full |
|
Monday, October 17 |
Durham Memorial Baptist Church *Family Friendly |
6-8 PM | Closet Organization on the church campus. | 10 | Full |
|
Monday, October 17 |
Durham Memorial Baptist Church *Family Friendly |
6-8 | Shut-In Visitation | 20 | Click Here |
|
Tuesday, October 18 |
HG Food Pantry *Family Friendly |
8:30–11:30 AM | Neighborhood distribution of food to people in the community. | 20 | Full |
|
Tuesday, October 18 |
*Family Friendly |
9 AM-12 PM |
Sorting in the warehouse. *Ages 8+ and accompanied by an adult. |
30 | Full |
| Tuesday, October 18 | Second Harvest Food Bank | 1–4 PM | Sorting, inspecting, boxing, and stocking donations for local food agencies. Other activities may include: packing food boxes and/or food backpacks for kids or sorting through non-food products and pet food. *Must be 17 years or older. Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. |
10 | Full |
| Tuesday, October 18 | Charlotte Rescue Mission | 4:15 PM | Assist the organization with meal service. | 8 | Click Here |
| Tuesday, October 18 | HG Clothes Closet *Family Friendly |
6–8 PM | Sort clothing in preparation for Saturday distribution. | 10 | Full |
| Tuesday, October 18 |
*Family Friendly |
6-8 PM | Painting rooms in the new Charlotte facility. | 10 | Click Here |
| Thursday, October 20 | Second Harvest Food Bank | 9 AM-Noon | Sorting, inspecting, boxing, and stocking donations for local food agencies. Other activities may include: packing food boxes and/or food backpacks for kids or sorting through non-food products and pet food. *Must be 17 years or older. Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. |
10 | Full |
| Thursday, October 20 | Second Harvest Food Bank | 1–4 PM | Sorting, inspecting, boxing, and stocking donations for local food agencies. Other activities may include: packing food boxes and/or food backpacks for kids or sorting through non-food products and pet food. *Must be 17 years or older. Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. |
10 | Full |
| Thursday, October 20 | Cooperative Christian Ministries | 6-8 PM | Pressure washing housing for single women and children. | 8 | Full |
| Thursday, October 20 |
*Family Friendly |
6–8 PM | Sort clothing in preparation for Saturday distribution. | 10 | Full |
| Thursday, October 20 |
*Family Friendly |
6-8 PM | Painting rooms in the new Charlotte facility. |
10 | Click Here |
|
Friday, October 21 |
HG Clothes Closet |
6-8 PM | Sort clothing in preparation for Saturday distribution. | 10 | Full |
| Saturday, October 22 | HG Car Care | 9 |
Help with routine oil changes for single women and widows. *Must be 16 years or older. Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. |
8 | Full |
| Saturday, October 22 | HG Clothes Closet *Family Friendly |
9 |
Greet and check-in shoppers. Assist and pray with shoppers as needed. | 25 | Full |