MissionsWhat is Chaplaincy?
Chaplaincy is an expression of ministry that places chaplains inside various settings, which include hospitals, corporations, prisons, public safety agencies, and the military services. As such, chaplaincy is an extension of the local church reaching into our diverse and multi-cultural society providing spiritual care to people. Chaplains perform the roles of pastor, teacher, evangelist, counselor, and administrator as they represent the church and the denomination from "inside" the using agency.
Where do Chaplains and Counselors in ministry serve?
- Military chaplains serve in all components of the armed services through the Chaplain Corps of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Civil Air Patrol.
- Healthcare facilities - Hospital Chaplains serve in general medical centers, Veterans Affairs (VA) medical and psychiatric centers, developmental disability, hospice, home care, and retirement facilities..
- Institutions, including correctional facilities, children’s homes, and academies.
- Corporate settings, including businesses, motels/hotels, sports organizations, and other related areas.
- Public safety, including law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency medical services.
FVBA Builders for Christ
With the high cost of construction facing each church, volunteers play a significant role in reducing costs. In fact, many churches would not exist today without volunteer help. “Builders for Christ” (BFC) was organized to involve individuals and/or families in missions and has been designed as another opportunity for the building needs in the United States. BFC assists churches and missions build new or additional buildings. We are not all professionals and we come from different walks of life.
We go to build & We get built
In 1999 Wendell & Joanne Unger went on their first mission trip and was so touched by what God did in their lives. They would love to expand a team here in the Fox Valley. We have been so blessed by these mission trips and would love to share this excitement with you. We look forward to each mission trip. Each year is different and exciting; we have seen God’s hand in each trip. It is amazing what God can do.
At the work site
We start off the week arriving on Saturday, joining some of the crew that has already arrived on the site. At 6:00pm we break for dinner, which is the time for our first circle up. Joining hand in hand we have prayer for special needs, the project, and for the team members that are still in route. Following dinner there is a devotion, music and time for anyone to share. This takes place during and after each meal. Sunday we worship with the church and fellowship. On Monday and Tuesday we are back at work. Wednesday we board a bus for some site seeing. We call it a day to play. Thursday and Friday we are back at the worksite. Friday evening we have a dedication service praising God for what he has done with us, his tools.
If you or you know of someone that would like to know more about “Builders for Christ” Contact
Wendell & Joanne Unger
254 N. Crystal
Elgin, Il 60123
847-845-9159
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