Serve

In the Neighborhood | For the Neighborhood

There are a variety of ways we live out our call to love and serve as the hands and feet of Jesus in the world, both locally and internationally.
Check them out below, and see where God is calling you.

In the Community | For the Community

There are a variety of ways we live out our call to love and serve as the hands and feet of Jesus in the world, both locally and internationally.
Check them out below, and see where God is calling you.

In the World | For the World

There are a variety of ways we live out our call to love and serve as the hands and feet of Jesus in the world, both locally and internationally.
Check them out below, and see where God is calling you.

Doug is Going to Cuba!

I am once again traveling to Cuba to visit the church at Guasimal March 10-14th. Cuba continues to struggle in providing even basic necessities for their people. Two hurricanes hit them this past year which compromised their already inadequate infrastructure, especially electricity, as well as destroying property. I was asked to send the list out ahead of my trip so you could take advantage of any sales that may come up between now and the time I leave. You were so generous last year when I went, providing glasses and medicines. This year I asked Pastor Orlando of any specific needs that they have, and he responded with the following items.
God Bless You (Dios te Bendiga)
Doug Nordby
nordbyd@comcast.net
  • Analgesics/pain relievers, Probiotics, Antihistamines, Excedrin, Vitamins (adults and children)
  • Food Items – easily transportable, like powdered milk and rice
  • 2 rechargeable lamps/lights that can be used when the power is out
  • A laptop computer (used is okay, but should be wiped clean of data)
  • Clothes for the Pastor’s family – if interested contact me and I can get you the sizes for the Pastor, his wife, son (17), and daughter (10)
  • Clown costume and face painting materials
  • Money to help repair the roof and toilets in the parsonage and church
  • Stretch request: money for a motorbike to assist the Pastor’s son to get to school (an hour away)
We are collecting items on Sunday, February 16th and Sunday, February 23rd, but you can also drop by the office during the week (M-Th, 9-5). Monetary donations should be earmarked “Cuba” and payable to DLC.

The Kearney Center

Volunteer to cook (8am) or serve lunch (11am) at the Kearney Center on the 4th Friday of each month. Interested in joining? Email davehodges55@gmail.com.

Ramp Builds

We work with FL Cares to build ramps for the physically impaired, providing access to their homes. Email davehodges55@gmail.com to join our next build.

Frenchtown Friends

Serve breakfast to the Frenchtown community on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Join us to prep (7am) and deliver to Trinity Missionary Baptist (9am). Email info@deerlakechurch.org to join.

Blessing Boxes

Help us serve our neighbors in need! Every first Sunday of the month, we’ll celebrate communion AND invite our church family to serve our community through the Blessing Boxes. Bring one item or a whole haul to service with you! We're currently looking for pantry staples such as canned meat and milk, peanut butter and jelly, flour and sugar, condiments, etc.

Join the DLC Choir

We sing a variety of musical styles and offer music at the Traditional service on Sundays. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays (5:15-6:15 pm) in the Sanctuary.  We also prepare a special Cantata during the Christmas season.  All are welcome to join – either as a regular member or just for the Christmas season. For more information, please contact Justine at justine@deerlakechurch.org.

Something New!

CarePortal equips churches to serve the immediate needs in their area. If anyone is interested in learning more about CarePortal, please contact Barbara Thompson at missions@deerlakechurch.org or Sara Hill at shill9357@gmail.com.

If you already have an account you can login and view items needed in our community right here on our webpage!