Global Opportunities
Com•pas•sion (kuhm pash' uhn) n. Deep awareness of the suffering of another coupled with the desire to do something about it.
As Christ-followers, we are called to extend compassion. We are not called to be passively aware of the suffering of others but to actively do something about it. Wrapped in the security of Christ, Stonecreek is dedicated to extending compassion and introducing people outside our doors to the life and freedom found in Him.
The global need
Scripture teaches that Jesus said our extensions of compassion are not done on behalf of Him, but that our acts of compassion are done to Him.
“I’m telling the solemn truth: Whenever you did one of these things to someone overlooked or ignored, that was me—you did it to me.” — Matthew 25:40 (The Message)
We have discovered …
Training and resources are desperately needed by pastors in spiritually impoverished parts of the world.
95% of the least-reached Christian nations lie in a concentrated area that stretches across North Africa, the Middle East, India and Asia.
There are 10,000,000 AIDS orphans. And in the minute you've spent reading this, 28 more street children have died.
The grip of poverty holds children captive with no perceived hope of being freed from its grip and no perceived possibility that they can make a difference.
To do our part in making a difference, the following are the current initiatives and organizations that Stonecreek is partnering with this year. To volunteer or support one of these compassion efforts, check out the specific opportunity links below, watch for special emphasis tables in our lobby on Sundays, or contact the Stonecreek main office at 770-754-7900.
Compassion International
Purpose: releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name.
Our Emphasis: individuals sponsoring children around the world and speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves.
Specific Opportunities: Sponsor a Compassion child today.
More Than 2,000 Reasons "You Can" Do Something About Poverty
Three seconds seems hardly worth mentioning. It goes by so fast. What can one really do in such a short amount of time? In fact, it has taken you longer than three seconds just to read to the end of this sentence. So how could it be so significant? Every three seconds a child under age 5 dies somewhere in the world from a preventable cause such as diarrhea, malaria and measles.
Right now, a little girl is breathing her last breath because she didn't have access to clean water. And a little boy won't wake from his sleep because he got a sickness that could have been prevented with a $1 vaccination. None of it has to happen.
God has called His Church to reach out to the poor and the needy - to take care of His children. In Proverbs, He tells us to "speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves." In James, we're called to "look after orphans and widows in their distress." In all, more than 2,000 verses in the Bible address children and the poor. God is that serious about it. He has commanded us to get involved. The very least we can do as a church is pray. Please take time today to pray for the millions of children in the world who are suffering in sickness that could and should be prevented.
But don't stop there. Visit www.compassion.com to learn how you can release children from poverty in Jesus' name through Compassion International. Compassion ministers to more than 800,000 impoverished children around the world, and Stonecreek is a part of this ministry!
It's time for us to get involved. Every three seconds we hesitate is another life that could have been saved.
Hope for Guatemala
Purpose: support Hope for Guatemala, missionaries serving a child development ministry in Guatemala City.
Visit Hope's Web site
2012 One-Week Mission Trips To Guatemala City
Join 15 to 20 other adults and help extend the life and love of Jesus Christ to children and families in Zone 18, Guatemala City.
Open Trip Dates:
Monday, September 24 to Saturday, September 29 (Commitment Date, Sunday, April 29)
Monday, October 22 to Saturday, October 27 (Commitment Date, Sunday, May 27)
Currently Closed Trip Dates
Monday, July 9 to Saturday, July 14 (Commitment Date, Sunday, February 19)
Main Trip Activites:
The team's main role in Guatemala is to assist the Hope for Guatemala (Hope) staff in serving the more than 250 children who rely on Hope for daily support. We will cook and serve the children, assist with food distribution to families in the area, teach children about Christ and show them love and kindness. One other major opportunity on this trip will be to build a home for one of the families in the ministry. This home is made possible through the generosity of those at Stonecreek Church who gave to the 2011 Gift Christmas Offering.
Trip Cost & Fundraising:
The total per person cost is $1,500. This includes: airfare, lodging, food, ground transportation, a day trip to Antigua, a special celebration dinner, construction/activity money and financial support for the Hope for Guatemala ministry. You are not required to fund the trip yourself. As a part of the team you will receive guidance and support around fundraising.
Express Interest Today
These trips will fill up quickly. Use the form below to express interest in a specific trip. You can also let us know if you will attend an upcoming information session. If you have any questions, contact Jason Howard, , 770-754-7900 x112.
Prayer For Foreign Missionaries
Pastor Elio Martiz, Havanna, Cuba 
Specific Opportunities: prayer for safety and for God's covering in navigating the difficult political and cultural environment within Cuba. Pray also for God's continued favor on Stonecreek which allows us to provide the monetary support to develop programs and cover living expenses.
Learn More: Contact our main office at 770-754-7900.
Missionaries in North Africa
Purpose: study the language and serve the community in order to develop relationships where Christ's love can be shared.
Specific Opportunities: Prayer for safety and protection for the local team as the political atmosphere is hostile towards those serving Christ. Prayer for unity and God's leading among the team and for strong relationships within the community to develop. Also, pray for finances as she trusts God to provide 100% of her monthly support.
Learn More: Contact our main office at 770-754-7900.
