MISSIONS

"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." Matthew 28:19-20

At Spring Hill we believe that praying for and giving to God’s global mission work are vital to sharing the message of HOPE. We talk about missions a lot at Spring Hill. Every month we focus on doing missions: sending groups to serve others, collecting supplies for local needs, feeding the hungry, helping children and families, spreading the love of Christ, supporting other churches and ministries and much more.

"By this everyone will know that you are My disciples, if you love one another."
John 13:35

As a church family we encourage people to give of their time, talents and finances to go into all the world with the Good News of Jesus Christ, allowing God to work in us and through us to meet people where they are and creating opportunities to follow Jesus. We want everything we do to bring hope, share Christ and impact the world.

Through our cooperation and collaboration with other churches and organizations, we support the work of missionaries throughout the United States and around the world. In a typical year, nearly 30% of Spring Hill's total income goes to support mission causes locally, nationally and internationally.

You can support the Lamm, Munson and Smith families by praying for them, giving to our Christmas Offering or going on a short-term mission trip to work alongside them.

To find out more info on how to get involved with the missions ministry, contact office@springhillbaptist.org or (434)973-7473.

Community Missions:

PACEM 2021 was a true example of how we at Spring Hill Baptist Church are living out our Core Values set forth in our 2021 ministry plan. The compassion shown through each team leader's generosity with their time and resources in organizing and preparing meals for the homeless was amazing. The collaboration between ministries within our church and with other local churches was a blessing to watch. The commitment to the PACEM ministry was as strong as ever with an abundance of volunteers serving Christ and in prayer for our brothers in Christ in the PACEM program. I am humbled and blessed to lead this ministry and look forward to our next opportunity to serve alongside each of you bringing glory to God and bringing others to Christ. Peace be with each of you and thank you for following in Christ's footsteps serving those in need. - Team Lead Justin Kinsey

TUESDAY'S TABLE is a way for us to connect with our neighbors where they are and to meet the needs of those who are hungry, hurting and lost. Spring Hill's Tuesday's Table Team prepares and serves a hot, nutritious meal for hundreds of local residents who are struggling. If you are interested in finding out more about this ministry or helping out with your time, talents or financial support, please contact Team Lead Nalini Rhea.

The local THANKSGIVING BOX Ministry is a wonderful way to bless a family in our community with all the trimmings of a Thanksgiving meal that they might not otherwise be able to afford. By providing food for their holiday table, they can focus on the reason for giving thanks: the abundance of God's blessings. Family sponsorship cards are currently available at Spring Hill! (Specific instructions can be found here.) For additional info, please contact Nalini Rhea.

Help provide a special Christmas for children in need -- right here in our own backyard! Through the GRACE Christmas Gift Ministry we have the opportunity to choose a child from a family that is facing hardship and provide them with Christmas gifts of shoes, clothing, jackets, toys and other items to bring joy on that most joyous of days. Tags to sponsor a child will be available in December.

Spring Hill's CARE TEAM is a group that stands ready to roll up their sleeves to minister to people in our community. Formed as a response to the covid pandemic chaos, the team continues to minister to those who need assistance. If you are interested in hands-on ministry in our community, please contact Team Lead Justin Burney.

State and National Missions:

The Spring Hill HOPE FOR APPALACHIA ministry team provides hope to schoolchildren in impoverished areas of Kentucky, ministering to the children by providing necessities like warm jackets and personal-care items as well as offering opportunities to learn about Christ.

Currently, we are collecting throw blankets, kids' jackets and winter hats, scarves and gloves, small packs of hand wipes, and pocket-sized games for the children.

Team Lead Nat Hyatt can be reached via email at nhyatt36@gmail.com. If you would like to know more about this ministry to impoverished areas of our country please visit the HOPE for Appalachia website.

The VIRGINIA BAPTIST DISASTER RESPONSE TEAM is a front-line volunteer team that heads into the danger zone of catastrophic events and emergencies to minister to the needs of those who have been affected. Disaster Response exists to provide the greatest service and impact to communities in need. From food and shelter to cleanup and compassion, when disaster strikes the team is ready to roll whenever and wherever they are needed. For more info on how you can serve, please contact Team Lead Nalini Rhea.

Virginia Baptist Disaster Response and Samaritan's Purse invite the Spring Hill Baptist Church family to show the love of Christ by caring for people facing crisis. In partnership with Virginia Department of Emergency Management, we are collecting hygiene kits for refugees and others in crisis, which you can put together yourself and drop off at Spring Hill. We are also working with other agencies that respond to disaster situations locally, nationally and in other countries.

How you can help:

Pray for those struggling with these basic needs of hygiene, water, power and housing.
Pack Hygiene Kits for refugees and those affected by natural disasters.
Donate to the relief drive: Text RELIEF to 434-423-5300, or click this link. You may also give in person at the church office (please designate "RELIEF" in the memo line of your check).

Text RELIEF to 434-423-5300

Thank you for showing compassion to those who are lost, hurting and in need.

How to Create an Emergency Response Hygiene Kit:
Fill a 1-gallon sealable/Ziploc-style plastic bag with travel or small-sized items:

Soap
Shampoo
Deodorant
Washcloth
Comb/brush
Facial tissue
Shaving cream/razor
Toothbrush/toothpaste
Feminine hygiene items (napkins only, please)
Diapers (all sizes)

For additional info please contact Nalini Rhea..

The V3 MOVEMENT is a ministry that supports church planting throughout Virginia and across the nation. In a time of upheaval, people need more than ever to rely on the God who saves, the God who hears, the God who rescues. The V3 in our logo stands for Vision, Voice and Viral which represents: discovering a hopeful vision for the in-breaking Kingdom of God in our local places, learning our unique voice within the 5-Fold ministry of Jesus, and developing practices for being a viral movemental church. To find out more about how you can further the kingdom through church planting, training and discipleship, contact Steve Nethery.

International Missions:

Spring Hill has a rich history of international mission work through praying for missions, giving to missions, supporting missionaries associated with Spring Hill and sending people on short-term international mission trips.

Praying for mission work and missionaries is a priority for our church. Every member, small group and ministry group is encouraged and expected to pray for missions. We are to pray for God’s message of hope in Jesus Christ to be heard by every person in every people group in every nation.

Spring Hill supports mission efforts around the world through the International Mission Board and the Baptist General Association of Virginia (BGAV) by committing a portion of our budget to supporting short-term mission trips, missionary families and church planting internationally. If you are interested in a short-term mission trip or becoming a missionary family living and ministering overseas, please contact team lead S teve Nethery.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD is a fun and simple way to get the whole family involved in spreading the Good News through the power of a simple gift. By collecting toys and toiletries and packing them in a shoebox, families can bring hope, joy and the message of salvation to children around the world. For additional information on how you can volunteer, contact Team Lead Brian Mellott.

Our community is home to many who have come from countries around the world to continue their studies at the University of Virginia. You can have an impact on students from different cultures, different beliefs and different backgrounds by becoming a host family to a foreign student or by participating in fun activities with these students through the INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS INCORPORATED program. What a great opportunity to bring hope, share Christ and impact the world! For additional information on this incredible opportunity, please contact Spring Hill Mission Coordinator Debra Pennington, ISI Team Lead Patrick Flynn or Eric and Amber Myers.

SHBC Families on Mission:

The Lamm Family
Josh & Caroline Lamm teach English to university students in China. Through their connections and relationships with students they find creative ways to bring hope, share love and impact the world.

The Munson Family

Bob & Celia Munson and their children, Joel, Becky and Esther serve as missionaries in Baguio City, Philippines. They are Missionary Ambassadors with the Virginia Baptist Mission Board (www.vbmb.org). Bob and Celia work with (and helped found) Bukal Life Care & Counseling Center (www.bukallife.org) which focuses on Christian Counseling, Chaplaincy Training and Certification, and Seminars in various topics of missions, pastoral care and education. Follow the Munsons on their blog or here. Spring Hill supports the Munsons by providing monthly support to take care of their basic needs.

The Smith Family

Aaron and Emma Smith, along with their two children Zach and Ezra, are missionaries to the urban poor in Manila, Philippines. Aaron is the Manila team leader with Servant Partners. The Smith family serves as church planters and trainers. As a church planter, Aaron is involved in evangelism, discipleship and leadership development. As a trainer, Aaron is the lead instructor in Servant Partners' Global Urban Training School: Foundations. He also teaches as an adjunct professor at Asian Theological Seminary for the Masters of Transformational Urban Leadership program. He earned a Masters of Divinity from Asian Theological Seminary in Manila, Philippines, and a Doctor of Ministry from Bakke Graduate University in Seattle, Washington. Email Aaron or Emma