The "How Do I Say Thank You" Breakfast recognize the invaluable
contributions of volunteers from 25 churches during the 2023-2024
season.
JACKSON,
Tenn., June 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Area
Relief Ministries (ARM) held its annual "How Do I Say Thank You"
breakfast to honor and celebrate the volunteers of the Room in the
Inn program. The event took place at First Methodist, bringing
together community members and leaders to recognize the invaluable
contributions of volunteers from 25 churches during the 2023-2024
season.
Our Room in the Inn program would not be
possible without our volunteers.
During the breakfast ARM Board chairwoman Martha Robinson greeted attendees, Matthew Marshall, United Way of West Tennessee
President, gave the invocation. Among the key speakers were Room in
the Inn coordinators Teresa Wilson,
of St. Paul CME, and Rowland Fisher,
of Northside Church. Their messages underscored the significant
impact of the program on both the volunteers and the community.
Gary Ross, a senior staff member,
presented certificates to the volunteers, acknowledging their
dedication and hard work. "Ask your friends to be stars — those who
are the least of these in our community," Ross encouraged.
City of Jackson Mayor
Scott Conger and Madison County Deputy Mayor Terica Smith attended the event, showing support
for ARM's initiatives. Frank Waters,
an ARM Board Member, introduced the new ARM leadership and Board of
Directors, emphasizing the importance of expanding partnerships and
strengthening relationships with additional ministries.
The breakfast also highlighted the collective effort of multiple
denominations working together for a common cause. ARM Executive
Director Fred McKinnie praised the
volunteers. "Our Room in the Inn program would not be possible
without our volunteers. It's been beneficial that we've been able
to give shelter to men during the cold months of the year, keeping
them off the streets and providing a day center for showers five
days a week."
McKinnie presented the Volunteer of the Year award to
Jim McKissack, who gave a heartfelt
message that emphasized the importance of love and community
service.
"It's all about His love," McKissack said. "We are commanded to
love God with everything we have and to love each other as He loves
us."
Certificates of appreciation were presented to the volunteer
churches by Gary Ross and
Tim Mathis, members of ARM's
Homeless and Housing Staff.
McKinnie concluded the event with a call to action, encouraging
continued support and volunteerism. "We are always welcoming
volunteers to help in any way," McKinnie said. "Our mission to
provide shelter and support to those in need is a testament to the
power of community and the love of God."
For more information about Area Relief Ministries and how to get
involved, visit areareliefministries.org or call McKinnie at
731-616-0916.
Media Contact
Dawn Bramblett, Area Relief
Ministries, 731-608-7650, dawn@bramblettgrp.com,
areareliefministries.org
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