Each Christmas Eve, our church family gives a special offering dedicated entirely to a selected mission partner. This gift is our way of making a meaningful, focused impact—supporting their work and extending care to the people they faithfully serve.
At Christmas, we tell a story about a Child— born into darkness, bringing light and hope for us all. Every year, our church carries that same light forward— bringing safety, belonging, and a future to children and families in need. This Christmas, we carry that light from this sanctuary into the world. Your gifts will bring hope for children— in the Texas Hill Country, in East Austin, and in Pátzcuaro, Mexico.
We are grateful that a church member has offered a dollar-for-dollar match for this year’s special offering, up to $100,000—doubling the impact of every gift.
Beginning December 1
There will be a Christmas tree outside of the Library with tags indicating home good items to gift. This a great opportunity to make a difference furnishing the home of a newly housed family.
Drop off items in the Blue Bin located in the 200 Wing.
Contact: Stephen Finkel stephenf@whpc.org
The Gathering at WHPC is a memory loss respite program, where participants engage in activities and socializing while their caregivers get a break. We meet on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 1:30pm. A Kitchen Crew provides a meal for about 30 hungry participants and volunteers each week.
Volunteers with the Kitchen Crew could help prepare lunch from 10:00am – 1:00pm or clean dishes from 12:30pm – 1:00pm. You could also help prepare for the lunch in advance by shopping or baking treats.
A respite program for caregivers of those living with dementia. We are looking for caring volunteers to join us Wednesdays from 9 am-
1 pm as we provide supervision, companionship, and fun activities for our guests—giving their families a much-needed break.
For more information contact hilaryf@whpc.org
Beginning December 1
There will be a Christmas tree outside of the Library with tags indicating home good items to gift. This a great opportunity to make a difference furnishing the home of a newly housed family.
Drop off items in the Blue Bin located in the 200 Wing.
Contact: Stephen Finkel stephenf@whpc.org
1. Teaching Classes. Using God of Hope approved curricula, volunteers teach the Bible, spiritual habits, and life skills. Classes are held in the dorms every weekday morning and afternoon, and are attended by all participants.
2. Leading a Discipleship Group. Meetings are held once a week, and are led by a volunteer. The purpose of Discipleship Groups is to provide an atmosphere of trust and safety where individuals come to know Christ and each other through sharing and discussion of life issues.
3. Life Coaching offers a one-on-one relationship where a volunteer walks through life with an offender examining issues through use of the Word, praying for offender concerns, and helping the offender prepare for release.
For further information or to volunteer to serve, please contact Chris Knepp, WHPC’s liaison to the God of Hope Ministries, at 512-809-0957 or at c.ardenknepp@gmail.com
More information about the ministry, as well as directions for applying to serve as a volunteer, can be found on the God of Hope website: https://www.thegodofhope.org/
JOB DESCRIPTION
Mentor a teen mom (women) or dad (men). The role of a mentor includes attending YoungLives events such as club and campaigners with you mentee, and finding time to hang out with them outside of these events. Your role is to be someone that they can feel loved and seen around. The most important thing that you can do in this role is show up! Once the parents know that you are there for them, the relationship will grow and you will be able to point them to Christ.
TIME REQUIRED
We ask YoungLives mentors to reserve Tuesday evenings from around 5:00-8:00pm. This time will be used for club, campaigners, mommy and me events, and leader meetings. You are also expected to spend time with your mentee outside of events if you are serving as a mentor.
LENGTH OF COMMITMENT
We ask YoungLives volunteers to commit to at least one school year.
TRAINING PROVIDED
Training will be provided at the beginning of each school year and as needed throughout the year. The training will be specific to the role that you decide to serve in.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS
When looking for YoungLives volunteers, we are seeking individuals who are willing to share their faith with young parents, who have time to spend with them, love them, and who can be consistent in their lives. Sometimes we are the only positive influence in these parent’s lives.
To be a YoungLives volunteer you will need to pass a background check.
BENEFITS TO THIS POSITION
Serving with Younglives will help you grow in your faith and lead many generations to faith through young moms, dads, children, and supportive family members. You will also grow strong relationships with the team that you serve with. We look forward to having you on our team!
Contact Information
Tamara Hartman- South/Central Austin (512)992-4382
tamara.hartman473@gmail.com
Caitlynn Lopez- East/North Austin (512)906-7026
caitmaceo@gmail.com
JOB DESCRIPTION
Support the ministry financially, along with supporting staff with the operations of the ministry. Committee members attend clubs when available, and a monthly committee meeting.
TIME REQUIRED
Two Tuesday evenings a month- one for club and one for committee meetings.
LENGTH OF COMMITMENT
We ask YoungLives volunteers to commit to at least one school year.
TRAINING PROVIDED
Training will be provided at the beginning of each school year and as needed throughout the year. The training will be specific to the role that you decide to serve in.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS
When looking for YoungLives volunteers, we are seeking individuals who are willing to share their faith with young parents, who have time to spend with them, love them, and who can be consistent in their lives. Sometimes we are the only positive influence in these parent’s lives.
To be a YoungLives volunteer you will need to pass a background check.
BENEFITS TO THIS POSITION
Serving with Younglives will help you grow in your faith and lead many generations to faith through young moms, dads, children, and supportive family members. You will also grow strong relationships with the team that you serve with. We look forward to having you on our team!
Contact Information
Tamara Hartman- South/Central Austin (512)992-4382
tamara.hartman473@gmail.com
Caitlynn Lopez- East/North Austin (512)906-7026
caitmaceo@gmail.com
JOB DESCRIPTION
Childcare- Attend one YoungLives club a month to watch babies. Other opportunities may come up throughout the year. A YoungLives Coordinator will reach out to you if we need additional support from the childcare team.
TIME REQUIRED
Childcare- One Tuesday evening a month.
LENGTH OF COMMITMENT
We ask YoungLives volunteers to commit to at least one school year.
TRAINING PROVIDED
Training will be provided at the beginning of each school year and as needed throughout the year. The training will be specific to the role that you decide to serve in.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS
When looking for YoungLives volunteers, we are seeking individuals who are willing to share their faith with young parents, who have time to spend with them, love them, and who can be consistent in their lives. Sometimes we are the only positive influence in these parent’s lives.
To be a YoungLives volunteer you will need to pass a background check.
BENEFITS TO THIS POSITION
Serving with Younglives will help you grow in your faith and lead many generations to faith through young moms, dads, children, and supportive family members. You will also grow strong relationships with the team that you serve with. We look forward to having you on our team!
Contact Information
Tamara Hartman- South/Central Austin (512)992-4382
tamara.hartman473@gmail.com
Caitlynn Lopez- East/North Austin (512)906-7026
caitmaceo@gmail.com
JOB DESCRIPTION
Leader support- Check in with volunteer leaders. Many of our leaders are volunteers from UT and need support as they get through school, work, and ministry.
TIME REQUIRED
Check in with a leader at least once a month.
LENGTH OF COMMITMENT
We ask YoungLives volunteers to commit to at least one school year.
TRAINING PROVIDED
Training will be provided at the beginning of each school year and as needed throughout the year. The training will be specific to the role that you decide to serve in.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS
When looking for YoungLives volunteers, we are seeking individuals who are willing to share their faith with young parents, who have time to spend with them, love them, and who can be consistent in their lives. Sometimes we are the only positive influence in these parent’s lives.
To be a YoungLives volunteer you will need to pass a background check.
BENEFITS TO THIS POSITION
Serving with Younglives will help you grow in your faith and lead many generations to faith through young moms, dads, children, and supportive family members. You will also grow strong relationships with the team that you serve with. We look forward to having you on our team!
Contact Information
Tamara Hartman- South/Central Austin (512)992-4382
tamara.hartman473@gmail.com
Caitlynn Lopez- East/North Austin (512)906-7026
caitmaceo@gmail.com
On the second Sunday of each month we pass out Blue Bags with a grocery list. Church members fill these bags with the grocery items and return them to the church. The bags are then delivered to the food pantry at Manos where it is handed out to the vulnerable who visit Manos de Christo seeking aid.
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