In other faith related news: Thanksgiving meals, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton roof repairs, and St. Mark’s Annual Craft Sale
Two elders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elijah Nyre and Chinaza Uyanwune, have launched a new outreach effort aimed at supporting the local Haitian population. The missionaries have begun teaching weekly lessons in Haitian Creole as a way to share the message of Jesus Christ while also helping participants develop English-language skills.
The free classes are held every Thursday at 7 p.m. at 402 N. Palmetto St., Bunnell, and are open to all members of the public, regardless of religious background. The program is designed to meet both spiritual and practical needs within the area, offering language instruction alongside opportunities to learn about the church.
In addition to the weekly meetings, Nyre and Uyanwune, originally from Victorville, California, and Boston, Massachusetts, respectively, use social media to reach individuals who may not yet be aware of the church’s programs.
“A lot of people reach out to us through social media, where we post about Jesus Christ and our English classes," Nyre said. "When someone fills out their info, we’ll call them, set up a time to visit, and just get to know them. We invite them to read the scriptures, to pray, and to come worship Jesus Christ with us. We also go out and talk with everyone we meet, inviting anyone who’s looking for peace, community, or a sense of family. That’s really important to a lot of people.”
Call Nyre and Uyanwune at 689-299-2614.
In other faith related news:
St. Mark by the Sea Lutheran Church hosts annual craft and bake sale
Get a head start on your holiday shopping at the Annual Craft and Bake Sale hosted by St. Mark by the Sea Lutheran Church, located at 303 Palm Coast Parkway NE, on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Organized by the Women of St. Mark, the sale supports local, state, and national non-profit organizations. Attendees can find a variety of handmade crafts such as quilts, stained glass, diamond paintings, table runners, and microwave holders, as well as homemade baked goods including cookies, candies, breads and muffins.
Other items available include furniture and a boxed electric child-size toy car. Cash and credit cards will be accepted.
The event provides an opportunity for the community to support charitable causes while browsing handmade items and baked goods.
Methodist churches unite to serve Thanksgiving meals
Three local Methodist congregations recently teamed up to provide hot Thanksgiving meals at one shared location, offering support to residents experiencing food insecurity during the holiday season. First United Methodist Church of Bunnell, First AME Church of Palm Coast, and Palm Coast United Methodist Church combined their volunteers and resources to host the community meal.
The initiative was organized in partnership with Grace Tabernacle Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Charles Silano, who also directs the Grace Community Food Pantry. In addition to the prepared Thanksgiving meals, the pantry distributed 818 food boxes, including 700 turkeys, for families to cook at home. The coordinated effort helped ensure that households throughout the area had access to both festive meals and essential groceries for the holiday.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church announces roof repair campaign
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church has launched a capital campaign to address major infrastructure needs, including extensive roof repairs and the expansion of the parish columbarium, the sacred space used for the interment of cremated remains. The initiative is intended to maintain the safety and functionality of the church while accommodating a growing faith community.
The project will focus on restoring aging structures and expanding facilities to better serve parishioners and visitors. As part of the campaign, the parish is coordinating events and initiatives to engage the community in supporting the necessary improvements.
The columbarium expansion will provide additional space for interment, while the roof repairs are expected to prevent further deterioration and ensure the long-term integrity of the building. The campaign reflects an ongoing commitment to preserving the parish’s sacred spaces and supporting the needs of the local faith community for years to come.
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