Evangelism & Outreach
Evangelism & Outreach
Harvester's Evangelism & Outreach ministry offers a variety of ongoing and seasonal opportunities to serve those in need in our local community and beyond.
The Missions, Outreach and Evangelism Committee partners with other ministries locally and abroad to support them both financially and with our prayers.
Some of the ministries we partner with are:
- Christian Social Services
- Students in Transition
- Cornerstone Family Ministries
- Metropolitan Ministry
- Living Water Community Transformation
- Cuba Sister Church partnership
Trustees
What is the role of a Harvester Church Trustee?
Trustees are church volunteers who oversee physical aspects of our church such as finance, property, and buildings.
Trustees responsibilities also include risk management and liability issues.
They also have decision power over requests for use of the facilities by various groups both within the Church family and outside organizations.
If you are interested or want to know more, contact George Alexander at (813) 994-2538
Groundhogs
Groundhogs
Groundhogs are responsible for keep our grounds looking beautiful. Typical teams of 3 to 4 people use a riding mowers for the main area, use a push mower to trim, and operate a weed whacker or edger.
Volunteers Needed to work with our Ground Hogs
It's mowing season and we need volunteers to help mow our grounds.
Work 3 to 4 Hours once per month on Thursday or Friday morning between the hours of 7am and noon. Our goal is that each volunteer works once per month.
In March we mow every 2 weeks and April through October weekly. Typical teams of 3 to 4 people operate one of our three riding mowers, use a push mower to trim, operate a weed whacker, or edger.
Training on the operation of our lawn equipment is provided. If you are interested or want to know more, contact Gary Evans at 813-505-5870.
Harvester Gardeners
Harvester Gardeners
Gardeners Needed!!
We still have a few more gardens that need to be adopted/ maintained.
If you would like to adopt/maintain a garden, contact Celia Nichols at Celia@nichols-la.com for details.
Congregational Care
What does it involve?
The congregational care team is a group of loving and dedicated fellow members who reach out to others in the congregation when there is a need such as an illness or death.
We meet 3 to 4 times each year for planning, and when there is an immediate need we communicate via E-mail or phone calls.
What are some examples?
The duties of congregational care involve :
- making phone calls
- sending cards
- visiting the sick and shut in
- providing transportation to appointments
- making meals for families
- taking the altar flowers to someone each week
- providing funeral luncheons
How do I become part of the team?
If you would like to join us, please call Deborah Alexander at 813-994-2538
What if I know of someone who needs Congregational Care?
If you have a request for the team please call Deborah Alexander at 813-994-2538
Alternatively, you may contact the church office at 948-2311 or email it to harvesterumc@verizon.net
Cuba Sister Churches
Cuba Sister Churches
Harvester UMC supports two sister churches in Cuba both financially and with our prayers.
Our sister churches are
- Niquero Methodist Church (Pastor Jimmi Azahares )
- Marea de Limones Methodist Church (Pastor Esteban Cañete)
In January of 2018 a team of four went to Cuba to visit our churches. Another trip is being planned for Janaury of 2019.
Mission Trip to visit Sister Churches in Cuba
The Missions, Outreach and Evangelism Committee is planning a mission trip to visit our sister churches in Cuba the week of January 13, 2019.
Participants will need to apply for visas no later than the second week in September.
If you are interested in going or would like more information please contact Eloisa Garcia at 813-532-4440 or at casesygrandma@tampabay.rr.com.
Women's Community Bible Study (CBS)
2019/2020 Study to be announced soon!
Our 2019/2020 Study will be announced soon!
When
9:30-11:30 a.m. Thursdays, September through May
Offering excellent Nursery, Preschool and Homeschool Ministries
Contact
Prayer Ministry
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” - Colossians 4:2
"Pray without ceasing." - 1 Thessalonians 5:17
Prayer is essential
Prayer is absolutely essential to the life of any believer and any church.
Prayer Ministry
Therefore, our prayer ministry begins by encouraging everyone at Harvester to be a person of prayer. Prayer needs are listed in the worship bulletin on a weekly basis.
There are so many needs in our church and beyond that must be covered in prayer.
Make your concerns known
Text your prayer concern to the prayer chain at 813-846-434 or join the prayer group on Friday mornings at 10:00 am in the sanctuary.
Prayer Ministry Contact
Contact Larry Young at 813-846-4342.
Harvester Men
Harvester Men
Harvester Men meets at 8:00 am every Tuesday.
Location is Panera Bread at the corner of SR 54 and Livingston Rd.
PLEASE COME FOR FELLOWSHIP and GOOD FOOD
For info, contact LARRY YOUNG
813-846-4342 cell