Our story begins in 1994 when three churches, all of different denominations, surveyed the PVSD community to find the greatest need facing residents. Their question, ‘How can we help? ’ has been the catalyst for all we do at The Factory to this day. In 2006, the Factory Ministries was born, expanding to an organization that provides social services for people of all ages and programs to empower the whole family. As advocates for collaboration, we do this in partnership with local schools, townships, churches, and other community-based organizations.Today we serve over 3,000 people annually through our services and programs. Practically, we get food into the homes of the hungry, connect the lonely to friendship and community, and bring those who are hopeless the hope of Jesus.
The Factory Ministries的外部链接
3293 Lincoln Hwy East
US，PA，Paradise，17562
Have you got your tickets yet? We are so excited for the Community Leadership Summit with Dr. Irvin Scott on Friday, March 7th! Enjoy hot coffee and breakfast from Speckled Hen, a copy of Dr. Scott's new book, Leading with Heart and Soul, and networking with local leaders. You don't want to miss it! Tickets are $35 and can be purchased by visiting: https://buff.ly/3QcJ34X.
We are almost a month away from the Youth Center Winter Camp! This is a weekend event designed to build and deepen meaningful relationships with students and share the Gospel in a new and engaging environment. This year's theme is ‘Shift’ based on Colossians 3:1-2. Students and leaders will be invited to a radical mindset SHIFT…lifting our eyes from the confusion and chaos here on earth, in order to understand and embrace the Kingdom thoughts, attitudes and priorities that will matter for eternity! The total cost per student (including transportation) is $220. This year we are asking each student to contribute $25 and to participate in peer-to-peer fundraising. Will you help us raise $10,000 to send all our teens on this life-changing weekend? Click the link below to support! https://buff.ly/3QdDSlo
Have you read today's Pennysaver? Ann Ash visited us to do a deep dive into the world of VITA: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance. They are serving in many places throughout Lancaster County, and one of them is here in the Factory! They take appointments on Thursdays, on the hour from 9am-1pm. Walk-in appointments cannot be guaranteed, so appointments are highly recommended. Visit VITA's website to schedule an appointment, or call 211: https://buff.ly/3yC26wV .
We were so excited to hear our Executive Director, Adam Nagle, live on WJTL last snowy Thursday! Thank you Fred and the team for having us. We got to talk about a lot of great stuff, including what God has been doing and about a community leadership event we have coming up on March 7th! Listen to the whole episode on the WJTL Radio YouTube: https://buff.ly/417e28W The Factory Ministries is dedicated to addressing issues of poverty while empowering people, connecting resources, and building community.
Join us for our 3rd Annual Community Leadership Summit! This year's summit will be led by Dr. Irvin Scott: learner, leader, speaker, author, philanthropist and Harvard educator. Ticket includes a hot breakfast and coffee from Speckled Hen, networking opportunities with local leaders, a Q&A, and a copy of Dr. Scott’s book: Leading with Heart and Soul. Dr. Irvin Scott is a leading expert in educational and organizational leadership, as well as entrepreneurship and educational reform. His list of accomplishments is numerous, including: serving for five years as the deputy director for K-12 education at the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the chief academic officer for Boston Public schools. He has now joined the faculty of Harvard’s Graduate School of Education. Before all this, he “served in the trenches” for 20 years as a teacher, principal, and assistant superintendent, including serving as the principal of our very own McCaskey High School for four years. We hope you can join us! Visit https://buff.ly/4aWtcAV for tickets.
Next week is our Homecoming Open House and the biggest fundraiser in the country, Extra Give! Register online at thefactoryministries.com for Thursday, 11/21 for a SUPER FUN event with games and BIG prizes ($300 1st place cash prize, and $100 2nd and 3rd place prizes), presentations from CEO of Hope International Peter Greer, our very own Shira Zimmerman, and Adam Nagle, and original poetry by Kate Lab, as well as a SILENT AUCTION and delicious Lancaster County Treats from Stoltzfus Meats, Speckled Hen, and MORE! There will be opportunities to give that evening, or give on?Friday, November 22nd?to DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT with match donations through Extra Give! ? A special thank you to our sponsors: MAKE/FILMS, Smoker Door Sales, Paradise Custom Kitchens, Old Candle Barn, Andrew’s Auto, Paradise Energy Solutions, Beechdale Builders, Lancaster Civil Engineering, DS Machine LLC, Allan Myers, El’s Door Sales, Stoltzfus Feed and Supply, Country Acres Campground, MK Builders, Hoober Inc, King’s Homestead, Lancaster Prestige Painting, Hursh Painting Co Inc, Peifer Waterjet Cutting and Welding, BB’s Grocery Outlet, and New Holland Church Furniture. #empowerconnectbuild
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! Want an easy way to stay connected as a volunteer at The Factory? We are looking for a sub/back-up driver for the Market. This role would involve driving our Factory Truck to locations in Gap and Strasburg for market donation pick-ups. This is would be an as needed basis if our regular drivers are unable to make it. Reach out to [email protected] for more details!
What an incredible night at Pequea Valley’s annual “Read Under the Lights”! Thank you to all the families, learners, and athletes who came together to celebrate literacy and community. From fun reading and activity stations to door prizes and free books, it was a night to remember! A huge shoutout to our amazing student athletic teams for making this event so special. Didn’t make it to this Building Braves’ event? Check out the highlights from the evening and be sure to join us next year! #ReadUnderTheLights #PequeaValley #LiteracyNight #Community #PVproud What’s your favorite part of the event?