The All Peoples Church’s members assisted in the annual Christmas bazaar hosted by the Bridge of Hope from Monday to Tuesday, Dec. 12 to 13.
The church’s website announced that the program was an excellent way for them to show their love for the community and spread Jesus’ message. They added that families within the Bridge of Hope Community were welcome to shop for Christmas presents at the bazaar.
Moreover, they said parents could choose two gifts per kid, wrap them and bring them home for Christmas morning.
All Peoples Church Volunteers
According to the same website, the church members were assigned upon arrival. They assisted in different ways, such as sharing the gospel and translating Spanish to English.
Besides, they noted some wrapped presents for the parents and set up the bazaar. Another volunteer helped a family to buy some presents, as stated on the website. The church noted that they logistically support the Bazaar, from arranging gifts to assisting families.
Volunteer Opportunities at Bridge of Hope
Meanwhile, the Bridge of Hope website posted more opportunities for those interested in getting involved in their initiatives. They said they always need volunteers who could dedicate their time to helping them in their programs.
The organization welcomes occasional or regular volunteers, as added on the website. They emphasized that everyone can work with them, whatever their passion is. They mentioned that at Bridge of Hope, they could experience extensive fulfillment in helping others.
In addition, they posted that they need volunteers for Handyman and yard work. Besides, they explained that they need people to help them assist their clients who are adjusting and starting over. They hold this program every Wednesday, as announced on the website.
On Wednesdays, they noted that families could shop for furniture, all household items, clothing, and food for free. They added that they start from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
More importantly, the Bridge of Hope website welcomes helpers to distribute food every Friday morning. The organization emphasized that this effort is an excellent opportunity to serve others and the Lord.
They added that they need drivers with good records to help pick up furniture and food when in need.
More about Bridge of Hope
In another section, the Bridge of Hope emphasized that they are a non-profit group who are committed to empowering families going through adjustments. The organization understands that transition could impact families.
Some of them are leaving homeless and domestic violence or recovery homes, as noted on the website. Besides, they said that some families are struggling with crises and refugees transferring from various places in the world.
On the same website, the organization stressed that they have room for social service agencies to help them achieve their goal. They added that they welcome organizations from other parts of the world to acquire their services.
Moreover, they explained that they have a storehouse and community center in San Diego where they could impact more lives of vulnerable families.
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