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Church of the Servant

Serving In Chicago, IL
June 26, 2021
Community: Dolton
Partner: Dolton Park District, New Community Church
Staff: Eric Richardson, Larissa Poole

Arrived!

by Larissa Poole | June 26, 2021 11:56 PM

We made it safely after a 14 hour drive! Time for rest before church in the morning! 

Worship Time

by Larissa Poole | June 27, 2021 4:44 PM

We had a great morning of worship. Pastor Chris preached a great sermon about trusting!

Worship Time
Planning the Week

by Larissa Poole | June 27, 2021 4:45 PM

After the church service, we had a quick meeting with Dr. Scott about the plans for the week. 
Planning the Week
Time with Pastor Chris

by Larissa Poole | June 27, 2021 4:51 PM

it was great to hear from Pastor Chris this afternoon! He discussed the history of the church, how New Community Church is currently involved within the city of Dolton, and his testimony. 
Time with Pastor Chris
Downtown

by Larissa Poole | June 28, 2021 7:06 PM

The stick wanted to join us at Giordano’s! It was stuck to Chuck’s car all the way from the church into downtown Chicago. 

Downtown
Morning Devo!

by Larissa Poole | June 28, 2021 7:14 PM

Before we headed out for the day, we did a devotion time with the children’s program. We sang the boogaloo, continued their study on Leviticus, and taught about Zacchaeus. 

Morning Devo!
Children's Ministry

by Larissa Poole | June 28, 2021 7:16 PM

Part of the team did children's ministry at the church. We had so much fun with these kids!
Children's Ministry
Yard Work!

by Larissa Poole | June 28, 2021 7:17 PM

The other part of the team worked hard at the Dolton Park District. It felt good to get our hands dirty as we served today.
Yard Work!
More Yard Work

by Larissa Poole | June 28, 2021 7:19 PM

Chuck showed off his weed-eating skills during our time working at the Dolton Park District. 

More Yard Work
Kahoot!

by Larissa Poole | June 28, 2021 7:19 PM

We played "Kahoot" with the kids at the church today. This is a fun way to interact with each other while playing a digital game. 
Kahoot!
Devo Time!

by Larissa Poole | June 29, 2021 7:15 PM

We started out our second morning with a devotion time. We had a great time sharing the story of how Jesus fed the five thousand. Anna closed us out with a takeaway and prayer! 

Devo Time!
Rec Time!

by Larissa Poole | June 29, 2021 10:30 PM

The group at the children’s ministry had a blast during rec time playing multiple games and running around with the kids. 
Rec Time!
Ponchos!

by Larissa Poole | June 29, 2021 10:32 PM

Meanwhile, the group at the parks district were rocking their ponchos and working hard in the rain! Shortly after, the rain let up and it made for a great day of serving outside! 
Ponchos!
Weeds!

by Larissa Poole | June 29, 2021 10:34 PM

We were working hard pulling weeds at the parks district! It was rewarding to see all of the work we completed by the end of the day. 
Weeds!
Afternoon Ministry

by Larissa Poole | June 29, 2021 10:39 PM

Avery had a fun time today helping one of the kids learn about Braille! 
Afternoon Ministry
Final Devo

by Larissa Poole | June 30, 2021 11:21 PM

Our last morning devotion with the kids was today.. We worshipped with them and taught about Jesus healing the paralyzed man. It was a great morning sharing about Jesus and singing and dancing with the children at the church. 

Final Devo
Gardening

by Larissa Poole | June 30, 2021 11:37 PM

After lunch, Xander, Luke, and Max planted flowers in the pots outside the church. It was a great opportunity to serve this afternoon! 
Gardening
More Flowers!

by Larissa Poole | June 30, 2021 11:41 PM

Before lunch, the group at the parks district planted flowers in the flower beds. It was great to be able to serve the community by planting flowers! 
More Flowers!
Children’s Ministry

by Larissa Poole | June 30, 2021 11:43 PM

We said goodbye and prayed with the kids at the children’s ministry this afternoon. We were so thankful to be able to spend the week with them. Thank you Dr. Nicole for letting us help out! 
Children’s Ministry
Rec Day!

by Larissa Poole | July 2, 2021 12:34 PM

We had a great rec day! We started at the Lincoln oo, ate Portillos, and saw Navy Pier and Millenium Park. We finished off our day at a local Haitian restaurant. It was great to see the city! 

Rec Day!
Thank you!

by Larissa Poole | July 3, 2021 9:39 AM

We had a great trip this past week. Thank you for serving with PPM and we hope to see you again! 

Thank you!

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