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Opportunities to Serve: Being the Hands of Jesus in the World

By March 25, 2025Articles

Opportunities to Serve: Being the Hands of Jesus in the World

 

We are continuously inspired by the generosity of our community and the opportunities we have to make a difference. In addition to our ongoing partnership with KC for Refugees, we are also excited to support Heart-N-Hand Ministries, a local organization here in Belton that serves the homeless and individuals in need of a “hand up.”

KC for Refugees: Urgent Needs

A few years ago, we opened the basement of the House of Grace to KC for Refugees, an organization that provides essential support to newly-arrived refugees from war-torn countries. They are in urgent need of replenishing their Welcome Closet for the refugees arriving weekly in the Kansas City Metro area. The following items are critical for the refugees as they start their new lives:

Needed Donations for KC for Refugees:

  • Towels and blankets

  • Small kitchen appliances (rice cookers, electric tea pots, pressure cookers, etc.)

  • Dishes, silverware, and pots and pans (the bigger, the better!)

  • Diapers (of all sizes)

  • Sheets (twin and queen size)

  • Hygiene and cleaning kits

  • Socks and underwear (for children and adults)

  • Maxi pads

All donations should be new, or very gently used with lots of life left in them. They can be dropped off at the lower level of the House of Grace on Thursdays from 9-11am, or brought to church.

 

Heart-N-Hand Ministries: Serving the Homeless and Those in Need

Heart-N-Hand Ministries, located right here in Belton, is another wonderful organization that serves our community by supporting the homeless and others in need. Heart-N-Hand provides crucial services, and they are always in need of donations to support their programs. In addition to donations, they also welcome volunteers who can help at their Thrift Store, which is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Needed Donations for Heart-N-Hand Ministries:

  • Canned meals like chili, ravioli, Spaghetti-O’s, stew (pop-top preferred)

  • Pancake mix, eggs, and pork & beans

  • Crackers, refried beans, ready-to-eat soup

  • Spaghetti sauce, white rice, boxed mashed potatoes

  • Baking goods: Flour, sugar, cooking oil

  • Peanut butter, grape jelly, canned chicken, ham, or pork

  • Canned fruit, condiments, powdered milk

  • Fresh produce, meat (ground beef, ground turkey)

  • Lunch meats, cheese, juice, dressing

  • Baby wipes, dish soap, toilet paper, paper towels

  • Household cleaning products, shampoo, and conditioner

  • Tampons and pads, Kleenex

How You Can Help: Donations for Heart-N-Hand Ministries can be left in the Narthex at the Church. If you are interested in volunteering directly with Heart-N-Hand you can learn more by visiting their website. 

Together, We Can Make a Difference

Whether you’re able to donate items or volunteer your time, your support for both KC for Refugees and Heart-N-Hand Ministries will have a lasting impact. Every contribution, big or small, helps ensure that our neighbors in need receive the resources they require to rebuild their lives and find hope.

Thank you for your continued generosity and compassion as we work together to serve our community and support those who need it most.