Steadfast Neighbor Habitat Build 2023
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This year, 2023, marks the fourth year of Westminster’s ten-year Steadfast Neighbor Endeavor commitment to our surrounding neighborhood. The first three years saw very successful programs for Matching Grants, our Little Pantry, and our Service Weeks. This year, we are embarking on a new adventure: Westminster is sponsoring a Habitat for Humanity build at 626 S. Glenwood, on the block just south of the church.
WPC’s Habitat Steering Committee, a subcommittee of the Strategic Planning Committee, has been working with Habitat leadership to gather donations for contractor work and materials, as well as helping finalize the build plans. We will also be asking for ministry partners, you all, to help in the actual building of the house. Two members of the church have agreed to co-supervise the build: Tom Owen and Coleman Moore. |
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On Sunday, December 18, Todd Knox presented the Ministry Moment to introduce the 2023 Steadfast Neighbor Habitat Build and introduced the Capler Family, with whom we are partnering on the build, and who will be our new neighbors. Karen Sherrick, Director for Children’s Ministry, and our Sunday School children presented a gift of several Christmas ornaments, created by the children, to the Capler Family with these words: On behalf of the children of Westminster, we welcome you to the neighborhood. During this season, within these walls, and in our homes, we wait for the birth of our Savior. This is also a season of waiting for your family, not just for a house, but for your new home. The children of this congregation have made ornaments for your Christmas tree as a reminder and invitation that our doors are open to you now and in the future. Welcome!
Volunteer Orientation and Training Dates
One Session Required for All Participants
(except food providers)!
Habitat for Humanity Office Entrance (2744 S. 6th Street)
Tuesday, January 17 – 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 7 – 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 21 – 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 7 – 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Westminster Presbyterian Church (533 S. Walnut Street)
Sunday, January 22 – 8:45 – 9:45 a.m. (Parish Hall)
Sunday, February 19 – 8:45 – 9:45 a.m. (Parish Hall)
Following worship, members gathered in Parish Hall as Todd shared the story of our journey to this crossroads within our Steadfast Neighbor Outreach and Colleen Stone, Executive Director of Habitat, shared details about the build and ways members can participate. All who choose to work on the build site need to attend one Orientation Session which are listed above. Additionally, one most register at habitatsangamon.volunteerhub.com.
The anticipated cost of the house is $157,000 which Westminster will raise through donations, grants, donated professional services and materials. Presbyterian churches and neighboring congregations have been invited to partner with us. Those who would like to include the Habitat Build in their charitable giving are invited to write a check to Habitat for Humanity and designate it to the 2023 Steadfast Neighbor Habitat Build. Habitat’s address is 2744 S. 6th Street, 62703. You can also donate on their website at https://www.habitatsangamon.com/donate. The Dedication Bulletin will acknowledge and thank those who contribute.
The Blitz Week is tentatively scheduled for March 27–April 1.
Mark your calendar and plan to be flexible as this is totally weather dependent. If you have questions, contact:
Susan Carrigan – development@habitatsangamon.com
217-523-2710 ext. 213
Todd Knox – hardknox1@mac.com 217-691-3312
All are invited to drive by the empty lot at 626 S. Glenwood. We are grateful that the demolition of the front house was completed the week of December 12 by Jaren Industries.
After purchasing the property during the summer, the City of Springfield demolished the back carriage house. The $34 to purchase the property and the $26,000 to demolish the front house came from Mission Endowment Funds designated for the Steadfast Neighbor Mission Outreach.
Volunteer Orientation and Training Dates
One Session Required for All Participants
(except food providers)!
Habitat for Humanity Office Entrance (2744 S. 6th Street)
Tuesday, January 17 – 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 7 – 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 21 – 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 7 – 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Westminster Presbyterian Church (533 S. Walnut Street)
Sunday, January 22 – 8:45 – 9:45 a.m. (Parish Hall)
Sunday, February 19 – 8:45 – 9:45 a.m. (Parish Hall)
Following worship, members gathered in Parish Hall as Todd shared the story of our journey to this crossroads within our Steadfast Neighbor Outreach and Colleen Stone, Executive Director of Habitat, shared details about the build and ways members can participate. All who choose to work on the build site need to attend one Orientation Session which are listed above. Additionally, one most register at habitatsangamon.volunteerhub.com.
The anticipated cost of the house is $157,000 which Westminster will raise through donations, grants, donated professional services and materials. Presbyterian churches and neighboring congregations have been invited to partner with us. Those who would like to include the Habitat Build in their charitable giving are invited to write a check to Habitat for Humanity and designate it to the 2023 Steadfast Neighbor Habitat Build. Habitat’s address is 2744 S. 6th Street, 62703. You can also donate on their website at https://www.habitatsangamon.com/donate. The Dedication Bulletin will acknowledge and thank those who contribute.
The Blitz Week is tentatively scheduled for March 27–April 1.
Mark your calendar and plan to be flexible as this is totally weather dependent. If you have questions, contact:
Susan Carrigan – development@habitatsangamon.com
217-523-2710 ext. 213
Todd Knox – hardknox1@mac.com 217-691-3312
All are invited to drive by the empty lot at 626 S. Glenwood. We are grateful that the demolition of the front house was completed the week of December 12 by Jaren Industries.
After purchasing the property during the summer, the City of Springfield demolished the back carriage house. The $34 to purchase the property and the $26,000 to demolish the front house came from Mission Endowment Funds designated for the Steadfast Neighbor Mission Outreach.