Geneva Assoc. assists many through missions store

For Alabama Baptists in Geneva Baptist Association, the Christ Helping Hands Ministry (CHHM) is a way to “do God’s will, help others and give others an opportunity to help themselves,” according to Director of Missions Dicky McAllister. 

CHHM was started in July 2009 and consists of a missions store and food pantry. Those passing by the location on Dothan Highway 52 in Hartford can see a large sign for CHHM, which is how many of those who come for assistance know about the ministry, according to McAllister. Others are directed to CHHM by churches in the association and even those outside the denomination, McAllister said.

“Once there’s a ministry where you help and encourage people, the word is gonna get out there, especially in these rural counties,” he said. 

Volunteers from New Prospect Baptist Church, Hartford; Bellwood Baptist Church; New Teamon Baptist Church, Slocomb; Union Baptist Church, Hartford; Christian Home Church, Slocomb; and others help serve food and provide financial assistance and “spiritual guidance” to more than 20 people each week (the average number who go to CHHM for help). 

“For us, we know we’re doing God’s will and … in the worst of times we’re doing our best to meet the spiritual, physical and financial needs of others,” McAllister said. 

For more information on CHHM or to volunteer, call the associational office at 334-588-3276.