Staying involved in the Bloomington/Normal area, and beyond. 
Where do you fit... Beyond the Bricks?

Welcome... to the latest issue of
Beyond the Bricks!


Dear Christian Friends,

We named this biweekly publication Beyond the Bricks because its purpose is to take us outside the brick walls of our church and get us involved in our community.  We come to church to learn and grow in our faith, and then we go beyond the bricks to put our faith into action.

James 2:17 tells us, "So faith, by itself, if it has no works, is dead."  Beyond the Bricks lists ways in which you can do good works and, in so doing, bring your faith to life.

Take a few moments to look over these opportunities.  Perhaps there will be something for you!

Your servant in Christ,
Jim Warren
Faith in Action Applebee's Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast 

Saturday, June 17, 2017
8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Applebee's Restaurant
502 N. Veterans Parkway
Bloomington, IL
$5.00 per person
 
Enjoy a morning of great food with friends and family.  Faith in Action will receive 80% of ticket sales for the event.  Tickets available at FIA office at 600 Willow St., Suite 201 in Normal.    
Improve Your Speaking and Leadership Skills with
Voice for Service Toastmasters    

Be a More Effective Volunteer!
1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
First State Bank
202 N Prospect Road, 2nd floor conference room
Bloomington, IL
 
Looking to improve your speaking and leadership skills?
Ignite your career? Gain the confidence to speak up?

Toastmasters International is a world leader in communication and leadership development, with more than 332,000 members in over 15,400 clubs in 135 countries. This network of clubs and their learn-by-doing program are sure to help you improve. Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to express yourself effectively in any situation. Whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retired, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. Don't delay! Become the speaker and leader you want to be. GUESTS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME! Visit our next meeting -- bring a friend -- bring your lunch. You won't regret it!
For more information: VP Membership Mike Guaderrama 309-706-8476   
Advocate BroMenn Medical Center
Community Garden for the Community Health Care Clinic
Volunteer Opportunity 

902 S Franklin St.
Bloomington, IL 

We have planted a vegetable garden for the patients of the Community Health Care Clinic and need your help in nurturing it. Sign up your group to weed and water the garden at tinyurl.com/advocategarden.

Food that is harvested from the garden will be distributed to the patients of the Community Health Care Clinic who often do not have
access to fresh, healthful foods. 
Volunteer for Faith in Action   

Attend a Volunteer Orientation
Faith in Action is looking for volunteers.  We offer flexible, rewarding ways to help seniors in our community stay active, independent, and in their own homes.
There is no minimum time commitment to volunteer.  Visit our website at www.bnfia.org for more information.   

To attend a Volunteer Orientation, contact the Faith in Action Office @ 309.827.7780 or email: jessica@bnfia.org

Orientation Dates: 
      • June 15th (Thursday) 10:30AM-12:00PM
      • July 12th (Wednesday) 1:30PM-3:00PM
      • Aug 2nd (Wednesday) 10:30AM-12:00PM
      • Aug 8th (Tuesday) 5:30PM-7:00PM

Visit the website for info about fundraisers and other ways to support FIA. 
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