ChristNet at APPC

Overnight Shelter Week: March 15–22, 2026

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We are honored once again to open our doors and hearts as we host overnight guests from ChristNet Services in our Fellowship Building the week of Sunday, March 15 through Sunday, March 22, 2026.

Ways You Can Serve

We need many hands and hearts to make this ministry possible.

• Meal Hosts: Provide nourishing dinners, desserts, and snacks
• Hospitality Volunteers: Serve, welcome guests, or stay overnight
• Supplies: Help create a safe, calm, and comfortable environment

Activities & Fellowship

• Social: Bingo, board & card games, karaoke, trivia
• Creative: Cardmaking, crafts, coloring, journaling, quiet games
• Practical Care: Haircuts, manicures, beard trims
• Community Building: Movie nights, popcorn, puzzles, birthday celebrations

Why It Matters

ChristNet provides temporary overnight shelter while helping guests move toward stable housing and long-term independence. Your service helps create a space where people feel safe, respected, and cared for.

This is hospitality in action.

With gratitude,
Kerri Van
APPC ChristNet Coordinator

Support ChristNet at APPC

Help support our week of hosting ChristNet by providing meals, supplies, and financial support. Your generosity helps us offer a safe, welcoming, and comfortable environment for our overnight guests.

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How volunteering help you!

1. Empathy and Understanding: Spending time with people from different walks of life can broaden your perspective and foster empathy. It can help you understand the challenges faced by the homeless community on a deeper level.
   
2. Gratitude: It can make you more aware of your own privileges and blessings, fostering a sense of gratitude for what you have.
   
3. Community Connection: Volunteering can strengthen your ties to the community and make you feel a part of something bigger. It’s a way of giving back and contributing to society.
   
4. Personal Growth: The experience can challenge you and help you grow as a person. It can build resilience, problem-solving skills, and emotional intelligence.
   
5. Meaning and Purpose: Helping others can provide a sense of purpose and meaning in life, which can contribute to overall happiness and satisfaction.
   

Remember, while these benefits are significant, the primary purpose of volunteering should always be to help those in need. Your kindness and compassion can make a huge difference in someone’s life.