One of our most valuable constituents do not receive enough attention for the hard work they do on behalf of HopeTree. They coordinate Walks, generate mailing addresses, recruit and train volunteers, speak on our behalf, and disseminate HopeTree publications to their congregation. These volunteers are passionate, active, and inspiring. They are our Church Representative Network.
The HopeTree Development staff work very hard to spread the good news of the wonderful ministries at HopeTree. However, with so many Baptist Churches on our mailing list we do not know if our message is reaching everyone. Thus, the CRN was created to act as a liaison between HopeTree and the Baptist community.
While our CRN volunteers are active and enthusiastic, there simply aren't enough of them to effectively spread HopeTree's message across the great state of Virginia. Volunteering as a CRN is an incredibly emotionally satisfying experience. It makes you an active participator in enhancing the lives of the at-risk youth and adults with intellectual disabilities in our care. Rather than being a passive observer, why not indulge yourself in HopeTree's great ministries and see for yourself the difference you can make in the lives of others?
So to all of our CRN volunteers: thank you. You truly effect the lives of the residents at HopeTree in a tremendous way. To everyone else—active supporters, passive readers, or people just learning about HopeTree—consider joining the CRN. It won't cost you any money or extensive travel. It isn't very time consuming either. All it takes is a big heart.
If you are interested and live in the western half of the state, contact:
David Wilson
(540) 389-2112
davidw@hopetreefs.org
or in the eastern half of the state:
Donna Lohr Wilbourne
(804) 545-1202
donnaw@hopetreefs.org
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