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Halloween Outreach

10/31/2016

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We had a great time serving our neighbors this Halloween by popping fresh popcorn and giving out hot chocolate. We love serving our neighbors however we can and this is a simple way for us to do just that. It was wonderful to see the smiles on faces as trick or treaters young and old received a little snack.

If you received a snack from us, we truly hope you enjoyed it and we'd love for you to join us this Sunday at 4 PM at 455 Evergreen Ave.
Swerve Church is a new church in the neighborhood of Bushwick in Brooklyn.
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CHRISTMAS CHEER

12/28/2015

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Merry Christmas everyone!

What a wonderful time of the year to reflect on the greatest gift ever given! As you sit around the tree and pass gifts around, as you sit at the table and eat all that delicious food with loved ones, remember the most precious gift. The gift of Jesus Christ! God, in his infinite love and mercy, sends Jesus to live the life we could not live and die the death that we deserve. In Christ we can experience the forgiveness of our sins and redemption with the Father.

The truth is we are very blessed! So many gifts were handed out and received. And we are grateful to God and all the friends and family that were so generous in their gift giving.

As a church, we too wanted to be generous and give to some families who may not have had as many gifts under the tree this year. While we wish we could do so much more, that will not stop us from doing what we can. Two beautiful families in BedStuy were able to receive gifts from Swerve Church this Christmas. We will lead the way with irrational generosity because we truly believe it is more blessed to give than to receive.

We wish everyone a wonderful and blessed Christmas and New Year!
Swerve Church is a new church plant forming in Bushwick Brooklyn.
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BREAKFAST AT AFBES

12/9/2015

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We are constantly seeking out ways to show God's love in practical ways. We have a commitment to love our community, and seek out various ways to do just that. This week we were able to serve breakfast at a monthly gathering of parents at Achievement First Bushwick Elementary School. Breakfast consisted of a variety of bagels, doughnuts, coffee, hot chocolate, and juice.

The parents and staff were so excited and thankful to have the breakfast served. It was a privilege for us to be able to provide it for them. Thank you to those of you who give regularly to support the work being done in Bushwick. We are so grateful for your generosity! Because of you we can have opportunities such as this to love and serve our neighbors.

Swerve Church is a new church plant forming in the community of Bushwick in Brooklyn.
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HIS TOY STORE

12/9/2015

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What a phenomenal experience being able to partner with Hope For New York and serve with His Toy Store which invites families to come in and shop at no cost. After families choose a gift for their children, they're even given the opportunity to have their gifts wrapped absolutely free!

What was especially great was that each family was also gifted with either an english or spanish New Testament Bible.

Let me tell you about "Laura". She was invited through a local drug rehab center where she is currently residing. Laura mentioned how she hadn't seen her children in quite some time from being checked in to the rehab center. But there, she found herself kicking the drug habit and pursuing and learning even more by continuing an education in ministry. Laura will be traveling back upstate to spend Christmas with her two kids. But thankfully because of His Toy Store, she would not be empty handed. Instead she 
would be able to go to her children with two brand new, beautifully wrapped gifts.
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His Toy Store is an awesome way to practice our values. As a church we will love God, love people, and serve our community. Participating in this outreach was a great way to do just that. Beyond that, it's great to be able to partner with other churches and ministries such as Living Waters Fellowship. We truly believe we can do far more together than we ever could apart.

We want to say thank you to those of you who faithfully give to Swerve Church. Because of your generosity we are able to participate in outreaches just like this one. Next year we hope to mobilize even more volunteers to be able to serve at an even greater capacity.

We will lead the way with irrational generosity!

Swerve Church is a new church plant forming in the community of Bushwick in Brooklyn.
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HIS TOY STORE

11/30/2015

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We have an amazing opportunity to partner with Hope For New York via His Toy Store this Saturday! This is when churches and organizations get together to provide a unique shopping experience for families in need throughout the city. Families can come and shop at no cost. And specifically there will be a store hosted right here in Bushwick!

So this Saturday you can volunteer to help setup the shop and serve the families of Bushwick. Here's the schedule for the day:

11:30AM-12PM
 - Volunteers Arrive
12:00-12:15PM - Volunteer Orientation
12:15-12:30PM - Divide and Assign Roles
12:30PM-2:00PM - Family Shopping Time!
2:30PM-3:00PM - Food, clean up, depart.

So if you would like to take part in this awesome opportunity, all you have to do is visit this link to register and sign up. Now, spots are limited so make sure you act on it right away! Here's all the info you need to know about when and where:

His Toy Store
Saturday, December 5th
11:30 AM - 3 PM
Living Waters Fellowship
265 Stanhope St. Brooklyn, NY 11237

As a church we are passionate about being the hands and feet of Jesus and seeking out opportunities to serve our community, Bushwick. What a great way to do just that!
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EMPOWERING OUR BUSHWICK YOUTH

8/31/2015

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What a busy summer thus far! To date we have hung 25 nets at 7 parks throughout Bushwick and Ridgewood. 

Something we've intentionally done differently is involve the youth at the parks to help in the hanging of the nets. We find this to be an important way to empower the kids. They feel a sense of pride being that they were hands on in serving their park.

I think this also helps to contribute to helping keep the nets up longer at the parks. The youth played a part in hanging the nets so they do  not want to see them torn down. I want Bushwick youth to take pride in their park and community. This is where we live, work, and play. Why not be good stewards of the resources God has blessed us with and take are of what we have?
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BUSHWICK LOVE WEEK RECAP

7/28/2015

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We had an incredible time serving our neighbors last week for Bushwick Love Week showing God's love in practical ways. This included block and park cleanups, hanging basketball nets, giving away hundreds of bottled waters, granola bars and even over 350 lunches!

This would not have been possible if not for the hard work of Victory Baptist and First Baptist Great Falls. Thank you so much for following God's leading in serving the people of Bushwick.

Thank you also to those of you who financially contribute to Swerve Church. Your generosity helps to fund these projects and to share the love of Jesus with the people of Bushwick.
Swerve Church is a new church forming in the community of Bushwick in Brooklyn which is in NYC.
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BUSHWICK LOVE WEEK

7/16/2015

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We love Bushwick!!! Do you?

We're starting a new initiative called "Bushwick Love Week" which will start next week July 20 - 25. With this we would love to ask, what could you do to serve a neighbor or your community during Bushwick Love Week? Here's a few of the things we'll be doing:
  • Park cleanups
  • Adopt-a-blocks
  • Cleaning business windows
  • Hanging basketball nets
  • A BBQ for a local shelter
  • Paint the fence for a local shelter
  • Water and granola bar giveaways

We'd love to hear what ideas you  have to serve someone next week. Let's start a servolution. The Bible teaches us to "serve one another in love" (Gal. 5:13). So why not join the initiative and serve a neighbor, a friend, family member, or your community?

Join in on the conversation on social media. Post your pictures and videos using the hashtag #BushwickLoveWeek. Let's make it happen!
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BUSHWICK BASKETBALL CLINIC

7/16/2015

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We had an awesome time at our Summer Bushwick Basketball Clinic! What a fun time of learning the game of basketball. Children learned how to dribble, shoot, and pass, along with lessons on working hard and good sportsmanship.

We are so grateful to the Longhollow and GenSend teams who helped to make this clinic happen. We are especially grateful to our parents and kids. It could not have been made possible without you! We look forward to providing more opportunities for the beautiful families of Bushwick soon!
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BUSHWICK CITYFEST HIGHLIGHTS

7/16/2015

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It's been a while since we've posted here on the blog. Mostly because we've really hit the summer full steam and head on. So far the summer has been full of opportunities to serve our neighbors and community.

Check out the highlights from the Bushwick CityFest. Though it was a rainy afternoon, that didn't keep people from spending time out at Irving Square Park right here in Bushwick. We had live music, activities for the kids, awesome BMX stunt bikes, and free food!

Be on the lookout here as well as on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more opportunities like this one to meet us or to serve alongside.
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