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               HIS Heart is an inner-city ministry to the children, youth, and families of the West Park neighborhoods of Jackson, Mississippi. They are the community ministry of Calvary Baptist Church at 1300 W. Capitol Street.  In the mid 90s, Calvary’s members chose to remain at their current location, though many churches in the area were moving into the suburbs of Jackson at that time.  The mission of the church was, and remains to this day, to establish relationships with the families and children of the community for the purpose of enriching their lives through love, faith, hope, and friendship.  HIS Heart has been a non-profit ministry of the church since 2003. They are housed in the church, and many of their ministries happen inside the walls of the church.  When the church stepped out of its walls to reach beyond itself, the real purpose of the church was revealed.
                This Thanksgiving season, HIS Heart Ministries is having a canned food drive and asking for donations for inner-city families in Jackson. You can drop off canned good at Gift by KPEP located in the Renaissance across from Libby Story and next to Anthony Vince Nail Salon. If you would like to donate money, the money will be used to purchase a turkey for these families to eat for the holiday. Donations will be accepted now until November 21st.
           If you would like to serve in other ways, they are in need of volunteer tutors, mentors, Bible study leaders, teachers, and helpers. Their Fall schedule is listed below.

​Sunday afternoons (twice a month): 
Tutoring and Youth Bible Study on September 5th and 26th, October 10th and 24th, November 14th and 28th, December 12th from 12:30 until 4:30pm at Calvary Baptist Church.  Tutors may come any time between 12:30 and 4:30 pm on these Sundays as long as we know in advance. 
 
Sunday afternoons (once a month):
Bible Club for K-12th graders – held on September 19th, October 17th, November 7th, and December 5th from 2:00 until 4:00 pm at Calvary Baptist Church 
 
Monday afternoons from September 13th to December 6th:
Tutoring for K-2nd grade from 3:30 to 4:15 pm 
Bible Club for K-2nd graders from 4:15 to 5:00 pm 
 
Tuesday afternoons from September 14th to December 7th:
Tutoring for 3rd-5th graders from 3:30 to 4:30 pm 
Bible Club for 3rd-5th graders from 4:30 to 5:30 pm 
 
Apartment Ministry / Prayerwalks - every other Wednesday from September 29th - December 1st 3:00-4:30 pm
 
Every other Wednesday evening from October 20th to December 1st:
Youth mentoring through sports and other activities Fondren Church gym from 5:00-7:00 pm 

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J A C K S O N  ,  M I S S I S S I P P I

      The Mississippi Blues Marathon is a one-of-a-kind race set to the tune of, you guessed it, Mississippi blues! Taking place in our capital city, this marathon showcases the rich Blues history of our state all while raising money for the Mississippi Blues Commission’s Musicians’ Benevolent Fund. Many of Mississippi’s older blues musicians are living in extreme poverty, and they are in need of food, shelter, medical care, and other assistance. This fund helps meet the needs of our native creators and artists. 100% of donations to the Benevolence Fund go directly toward providing money and resources to our blues community. It’s a race that has rhythm and heart! 
        So if you’re wanting to sign up, here’s what you can expect. There are several levels to the race so the experienced and the novice runner can hit the pavement! the Mississippi Blues Marathon gives you an opportunity to run the Marathon, Half-Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5K or Marathon Relay. We love to see options! And if you’re not a runner, don’t worry. This race is also one giant party! The streets are lined with supporters cheering on their loved ones, and live musicians play throughout the day. 
        The Mississippi Blues Marathon takes place November 13th, and you can register by visiting their website. 
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        Is it ever too soon to start talking Christmas? We don’t think so, and neither do our friends at Green Oak Garden Center. Green Oak, a Mississippi staple since 1960, is preparing for their 61st Christmas Open House and they have cordially invited all of you to join in on the Christmas cheer.
        If you’ve never been, trust us when we say that this is a Christmas shopping experience unlike any other.  Not only do you get to walk through dazzling displays, but you also get to see all the latest holiday trends. It’s also an opportunity for you and your family to pick out a Christmas tree! And get this, Green Oak will flock, dress and deliver it to your door. Holidays are done right with Green Oak! There will be food, drinks, photos with Santa, door prizes, and so much more. 
       So call up the sitter, and get to Green Oak on Sunday, November 7th from 12:30-4:30. To stay in the loop, head to their website, or give their social media a follow. We can’t wait to see all the festive goodness Green Oak has to offer this winter! ​

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