CONNECT TO MISSIONS EVERY DAY

At Hayes Barton Baptist Church, we define “missions” as the deliberate and diligent effort of our congregation, under the leadership of the Holy Spirit, to extend the gospel of Jesus Christ in word and deed to as many people as possible locally and throughout the world, both Christian and non-Christian. We are involved in a wide range of missions in our local community, throughout the United States, and all over the world, striving to serve people in need while expanding our Christian community.

BE A PRAYER PARTNER

You are invited to commit to be a prayer partner for one of our youth during their summer mission trip to the Bahamas. As their prayer partners, we ask that you pray for them leading up to the trip and each day they are away. Prayer partner cards will be available in the Welcome Center from Sunday, April 21-Sunday, May 5. Please choose a card and use the book provided to fill in your information. Thank you for supporting and praying for our young people!

DINNER AT HELEN WRIGHT CENTER

Would you be willing to assemble a small group and provide dinner for the women at the Helen Wright Center? This is a great opportunity to meet the women and share a meal around the table with them. There are currently 65 women on-site.

The following dates are open for dinner:
Saturday, June 22
Saturday, July 6
Saturday, September 7
Saturday, November 16
Sunday, December 15 

If you would like to learn more or are interested in taking a date, contact Jennifer Haigwood at jennifer.haigwood@gmail.com.

KUTANA KENYA

October 3-14 | Mission Trip Immersion with Africa Exchange

Through cross-cultural encounters, experience, and service-learning, the Kutana Kenya experience inspires participants to become agents of transformation and in renewing God’s world. Join with participants from other churches to experience the work of Sam and Melody Harrell and Africa Exchange. The cost is approximately $2,000 per person, including travel, accommodations, and food. For more information, please contact Kristen Muse (kmuse@hbbc.org or 919-645-6722). The deadline is June 15.

ARKANSAS MISSION TRIP

Consider joining us in Helena, Arkansas for a week-long intergenerational mission trip experience, July 5-12.  Volunteer opportunities include working with preschoolers, teaching swimming, leading camp experiences, participating in the blessings ministry, and construction work. The team will depart on Friday, July 5, and return on Friday, July 12. The cost for the trip is $870 per person. This cost includes airfare, lodging, most meals, and program expenses. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, May 5. Contact Kristen Muse (919-645-6722 or kmuse@hbbc.org) if you want to join the team.

CUBA MISSION TRIP

Are you looking for a mission trip focused on construction? Join our Cuba mission team as they partner with Baptist on Mission to continue the work in Santa Clara. The team will serve August 16-23. There will be opportunities to meet and worship with the community as well. The total cost is $1,240 per person and includes travel, visa, insurance, lodging, and most meals. Participants need a valid passport as well as Hepatitis A, Tetanus-Diphtheria, and Typhoid vaccines. If you want to join the team or have any questions, please contact Kristen Muse (919-645-6722 or kmuse@hbbc.org). The deadline for signing up is Wednesday, May 1.  

CONSIDER BECOMING A STEPHEN MINISTER

“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.” — Matthew 7:7–8, NIV

Do you have a heart for helping others? Are you a good listener? Are you looking for a way to share Christ with others? Then you may be a wonderful candidate to become a Stephen Minister. Stephen Ministers are lay members trained to provide one-on-one care to those experiencing a difficult time in life, such as grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, or relocation. Contacts may be in person, by phone, or by video call. Stephen Ministers come from all walks of life, but they all share a passion for bringing Christ’s love and care to people during a time of need. Opportunities to serve are in-person, via phone, or through Zoom if you are interested in learning more contact Bob Hutzler or Kristen Muse (kmuse@hbbc.org).

WELCOME HOUSE HOSTS

Consider connecting with the guests in HBBC Welcome House by serving as a day host. 

What is a Day Host?

In the role of Day Host, your main goal is to connect with guests and help them feel safe, welcome, and loved. This radical hospitality is the heart of Welcome House. As friendship is extended to newly arrived international neighbors, we are living out the kind of welcome that Jesus describes in Matthew 25:35. Day hosts check that guests' basic needs are being met and check on the general state of the house. Volunteers should plan to stay to do an activity and spend time with the families. A smile, unhurried presence, listening ear, and gift of friendship are essential to this ministry. If this is something that you want to learn more about, contact Kristen Muse (kmuse@hbbc.org or 919-645-6722).

ONEHOPE REFUGE

Onehope Refuge is a ministry launching near the Triangle area providing long-term transitional housing and trauma-informed care to women who have their children in their care coming out of sex trafficking and/or sexual exploitation. Onehope is asking God to send them those who may fill a board role, staff-team role, and/or volunteer role in the areas of development, grant writing, trauma-informed counseling, administrative assistance, etc.  If you have an interest or passion for this space, click here for more information. There is a form at the bottom of that page for inquiries.

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE THAT NEEDS A VISIT?

Do you know a homebound church member who would like someone to call or visit with them each month? We are working to identify those members that would like to stay connected with a member from our home visitation team. If you know someone, please contact Linda Giles.

STEPUP MINISTRY MISSION

StepUp Ministry is a three-step program that provides pathways for people to overcome barriers and transform lives by providing employment prep assistance, life skills, and long-term connections to support growth personally and professionally. 

• Employment Academy - teaching job readiness: resume writing, interviewing skills, and how to dress for success, along with connecting participants with employers who provide livable wages.

• Life Skills Program - a 48-week program where participants are paired with Co-Partners who walk alongside the participant, holding them accountable through the four phases as they learn financial literacy, goal setting, developing communication tools, and more. If they have children, they are required to attend one of our Children’s Programs (broken out by age), where they learn topics similar to what their parents are learning, but at an age-appropriate level. 

After graduation, participants can join the Alumni Group where participants continue to grow personally and professionally with the help of various community partners.

STEPUP VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

StepUp Ministries is in need of volunteers on Thursday evenings at HBBC to help with the Children’s program. This allows the alumni to stay connected, learn, and grow by participating in the classes offered without the worry of childcare. For more information or to volunteer, contact Alicia Allen, StepUp Academy Program Coordinator (aallen@stepupministry.org).

VOLUNTEER AS AN ADVOCACY AMBASSADOR WITH HABITAT WAKE

In Wake and Johnston counties, one in four families lacks affordable housing. Spending too much of one's income on housing can leave little left for other necessities such as groceries, health care, or reliable transportation. Our Advocacy Ambassador program helps give you the knowledge and tools to advocate for affordable housing. 

By becoming an Advocacy Ambassador, you can:

• Support Habitat Wake's local campaign work on property tax relief, funding for affordable housing, assistance to families impacted by COVID-19, and much more!

• Learn how to organize your community to act on affordable housing

• Join meetings and build relationships with local elected officials

• Connect with other local advocates and get more involved in your community

You can learn more about the program and sign up to receive our advocacy alerts here or email Blair Usedom at blair.usedom@habitatwake.org.

SUPPORT REFUGEES THROUGH WELCOME HOUSE

Join a Circle of Friends

While we were able to offer temporary housing to several families, relationships developed as they transitioned into permanent housing. As our friends continue to get accustomed to living in a new land it is always good to have friends to walk alongside you. If you would be willing to join a circle of friends who commit to six months of being a friend with our new neighbors, contact Kristen Muse at kmuse@hbbc.org for more information.

Join the Hospitality Team

Do you like cleaning or setting up homes? Greeting people and offering a warm welcome? If so, Welcome House continues to welcome new friends in the Raleigh area and is in need of volunteers to serve in this area. If you would like to learn more, please contact Kristen Muse at kmuse@hbbc.org.

MEALS ON WHEELS VOLUNTEERS

Meals on Wheels of Wake County is in need of volunteers at their Blair Drive and North Raleigh locations. They are also in need of people to serve a meal at their Friendship Cafes Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM. If you would like to learn more or volunteer, please contact lesley@wakemow.org.

LEDFORD MISSIONS FUND

In May 1999, Hayes Barton Baptist Church was informed that Mr. Hubert F. Ledford had included the church in his will. His desire was to support the missions program of the church (including television). The church established the Hubert and Lola Ledford Missions Endowment Fund. Each year, the Ledford Council considers requests from both inside and outside of the church. Requests for the upcoming year are due by July 31 of the current year. The council also holds some funds in reserve for requests that come up during the church year.

All requests should support the missions program of the church (including television). Missions at Hayes Barton Baptist Church shall be defined as “the deliberate and diligent effort of the congregation, under the leadership of the Holy Spirit, to extend the gospel of Jesus Christ in word and deed to as many people as possible locally and throughout the world, both Christian and non-Christian.” 

Application forms are available here or may be obtained in the church office. Completed forms must be returned by July 31.

Our Mission Partnerships

There are many opportunities to serve on mission with HBBC. Contact Kristen Muse (kmuse@hbbc.org) for more information about projects and places to get involved.