Missions Spotlight: Handyman Ministry

Behind the scenes in our community is a ministry team we call Handymen Ministries. This team has been blessing our community by providing free labor for those who need a ramp built to have easier and safer access into their homes. Our men provide free labor and the homeowners provide the materials needed to build the accessibility ramps.

Most of us never anticipate physical crises and those who serve in First Baptist’s Handymen Ministries know they are a God send to those who need a ramp built for their home. Over the years this group has been flooded with thank you notes and donations to their ministry that come from an outpouring of gratitude from those they bless with their work. The group has also volunteered together for various projects at Caraway and Mundo Vista. They also sometimes help widows address minor things in their homes. This group receives great joy serving together and wants no recognition for their service. They do what they do because of their love for the Lord and their community. They build community together among themselves as they serve together.

This team has been building in our community for well over a decade and plans to keep serving. If you know of someone in need of a ramp you can contact our church office at 336-629-9191 for more information.

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