Interested in Running a Half-Marathon?

We're currently trying to build a team to run a Chicago half-marathon to raise funds for Breakthrough Urban Ministries. This is the first year for this - so we still have a lot of kinks to work out - but be patient with us. I promise - it'll be worth it! :)

There are several half-marathon options in Chicago this summer. The one we're officially using as a fundraiser for Breakthrough is the rock 'n roll half marathon on 8/2.

I'm building a Google Groups page to get everyone together that's interested. If you're game, please send me an email at amanda.bratschie@gmail.com and I'll get you invited to that group ASAP!

And invite friends that you know are up for the challenge! :)

Compassion Ministry Meeting - 3/29

Hey volunteers -
Willow Chicago is holding a get together for all the branches of our Compassion Ministry. This is a great opportunity to fellowship with others and learn more about all of the ways that Willow Chicago is serving others in our communities. :)

Sunday, 3/29
Noon
Chuch Office (226 S Wabash Ave, 10th Flr)

Bring your appetite for good food!

Attn: Small Groups!

If your small group is looking for a service opportunity, consider serving a meal together at Breakthrough Urban Ministries!

Every month, the Volunteer Coordinators at Breakthrough have a list of several open nights that, for whatever reason, don't have a group coming in to serve dinner. As a single, one-time commitment, your small group can fill in and serve dinner together on any of the available nights.

After finding an open night that works for your small group - just get together and plan the menu. It usually works great to have each person or couple bring a specific dish. Plan to feed about 40-45 people (30 guests at Breakthrough, 10 volunteers - or however many are in your small group, and 2 staff).

A typical meal might look like this:
7 PM - you'll be at Breakthrough - prepping the meal and setting the condiments and tables. 8 PM - dinner is served! Try to clean as you go because after the guys eat, they'll start their chores right away and you'll get kicked out of the kitchen. Your group should be out of there and on your way home by 9 PM.

Also, Don and I are more than happy to help with any questions you might have or ideas you might want to bounce off us. We'll even join your group on your service night if you want us to and help you navigate the kitchens. And you can even go directly through Breakthrough to arrange it if you don't want to deal with us. :)

The Volunteer Coordinator Intern right now is Kara Emmering. You can reach her at:
Office: 773.722.1144
kemmering@breakthroughministries.com