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Community Action Team (CAT)

 

Welcome to the Covenant Worship Center Community Action Team. This array of ministries was inspired by Christ’s words in St. Matthew 25:40, “Inasmuch as you have done unto one of the least of these my brethren, you have done it unto me.”

It is our goal as a community based church to impact our neighbors with love. Therefore our hands must touch the very heart of our community. You are an integral part of making this vision a reality.

Would you like to help make a difference? We need people like you to donate time, energy and experience in a variety of areas. You are asked to represent Covenant Worship Center as an ambassador of good works. Some will work in Feeding Ministries and Health Care services; yet, others will keep the ministry involved in Civic Affairs and Education. Your contribution of time and talent will be rewarding to you and a blessing to our community friends. We will win the world for Christ, one heart at a time. Covenant Worship Center is committed to this great commission.

As CAT members I ask 3 things:
• First, PRAY and ask Jesus where He wants you to work.
• Second, Commit to your ministry area of service for at least a six month time period.
• Third, Represent CWC to the community with Christ’s love and compassion.

Finally, below is an informational CAT Catalog with descriptions of the various service areas. Please read thoroughly, then fill-out and return the ministry worksheet to the CAT Staff. You will be contacted shortly thereafter for ministry trainings and meeting dates.

Thank you for your service to our community and the Body of Christ.

In His Service,
District Elder K.R. Woods
Pastor, Covenant Worship Center
 

Berkeley City Council Meetings: The Berkeley City Council Meeting are an open forum for members of the community. The City Council is responsible for the civic, economic and quality of life issues in our city. CAT representatives would be responsible to attend regular meetings. Also regular reports regarding city affairs would be reported to the Civic Service Administrator.
Where: City Council Chambers 2134 Martin Luther King Jr Way Berkeley, CA
When: Council Meeting schedule will be provided.

Voter Registration and Education: This program is a component of the NAACP national “Vote Hard” campaign. Covenant Worship Center is committed to registering new voters, making phone bank calls and community voter education events. Participants will be expected to assist in these events.
Where: Various locations

Berkeley School Board: The Berkeley School Board is a public forum designed to insure the district meets and exceeds its performance goals. The district's performance goals are as follows: Increase the academic achievement of all students through effective instruction and a challenging and engaging curriculum. Implement interventions that address barriers to student learning in order to meet the needs of the whole child. Establish and maintain the culture and governance necessary to support an environment conducive to learning. If you are interested in the education of Berkeley children this would be a great service opportunity.
Where: Various locations
When: Board Meeting Schedule will be provided.

Adopt-a-School: The Adopt-a-School program is designed to serve various schools in the Berkeley area. Participants would serve as sight advocates and assistants in school events. Also participants would provide service at Parent Teacher Association meetings. Current Participating Schools are:

Berkeley Arts Magnet School at Whittier School offers a rich curriculum in both arts and academics. The school community values learning experiences in all domains, and consistently pledges funds and instructional time to incorporate visual arts, dramatic arts, music and dance into a comprehensive education program. 2015 Virginia Street Berkeley, CA 94704.

Malcolm X Elementary School is unique among Berkeley elementary schools in that it has enough space to dedicate classrooms to specific tasks. There is an art room, two music rooms, a double room for dance and/or drama, a costume room, a science classroom, a computer lab with 28 iMacs and graphic station, and a beautiful auditorium with theatrical sound and lighting. 1731 Prince Street Berkeley, CA 94704.

Rosa Parks Elementary School is a safe and nurturing place where academic excellence is the standard for all. The students and the families here come from different walks of life; we have special gifts and special needs; we speak many languages and have varied traditions. We come together with a spirit of curiosity and respect to develop a lifelong love of learning.

"YES I CAN" LITERACY: The tutoring and literacy program is designed to assist youth with schoolwork; and enhanced reading skills. Students are welcome from the community. This program will consist of reading labs, books clubs and field trips.
Where: Covenant Worship Center
When: Twice weekly
Leader: Carmen Bogan

Academic Support: We provide one on one coaching in Math, Science, English, Spanish & History. This support is available for 3rd to 12th graders by appointments. To reserve a coaching session please email academicsupport@cwcministry.org no later than Tuesdays by 6PM. In your email please include: your name, subject you need assistance with, telephone number, and time of availability. Please note that we provide academic support Wednesdays from 6-7:30PM.
Where: Covenant Worship Center
When: Wednesdays 6-7:30 PM
Leaders: Dwight and Tecsia Evans

Parent Advocacy: This ministry provides education & support to parents with children in K - 12 school systems. It is open to all parents/gaurdians.
Where: Covenant Worship Center
When: Wednesdays 6-7:30 PM
Leader: Tracy Nunley

School to College: This ministry helps Junior and Senior High school students prepare for acceptance into college. The ministry provides assistance in passing the California High School exit exam, PSAT and SAT, college prepatory class planning, tutoring, college application assistance, scholarship and grant assistance and much more. Participants are expected to be committed to the education and success of students.
Where: Covenant Worship Center
When: 1st & 3rd Saturdays @ 10:00 a.m.
Leaders: Olive Davis, Amarra Lee

Intervarsity Black Campus Ministries: Black Campus Ministries (BCM) is a ministry of Intervarsity Christian Fellowship. BCM assist Intervarsity in accomplishing its purpose of establishing and advancing at colleges and universities witnessing communities of students and faculty who follow Jesus as Savior and Lord: growing in love for God, God's Word, God's people of every ethnicity and culture and God's purposes in the world.

BCM is committed to serving Black students by:
• Witnessing to the work of Jesus Christ in their lives;
• Developing them as Black Christian leaders for the Church and the marketplace;
• Developing culturally appropriate and relevant training methods for college-aged leaders;
• Raising the vision in Black churches for students ministry;
• Calling them to God's Kingdom challenge to racial reconciliation with others on their campus;
• Calling them to God's Kingdom challenge for global awareness and involvement in missions;
• And more!

Where: UC Berkeley, Cal State East Bay University, San Francisco State University.
Leader: Christopher Foster

UC Berkeley Chancellor’s Outreach: This is an opportunity to serve as Covenant Worship Center’s representative to the UC Berkeley Chancellor. This team was formed by the Chancellor’s office to address outreach and retention issues at UC Berkeley. This service will require periodic meetings and approval by Pastor K.R. Woods.
Where: UC Berkeley Chancellors office
Leader: Auna Harris
 

HEALTH SERVICES Carmen Bogan, Director

 

Covenant Worship Center Mobile Medical Clinic: Covenant Worship Center Mobile Medical Clinic exists to provide free primary care medical services by using our 26 ft mobile clinic directly into the community. We strive to make reliable access to health care as easy as possible by eliminating many of the barriers to care. We have coalitions with Healthy Oakland, Lifelong Health and the Jeffrey Watson clinic. All licensed healthcare professionals are welcome to serve with the unit.
Where: Various locations
Leader: Pastor K.R. Woods

Alameda County Nutrition Services: Alameda County Nutrition Services is a dynamic health promotion program that focuses on motivating, educating, and assisting children and adults to develop and maintain positive health and nutrition behaviors. Participants are expected to assist in community events and attend regular meetings.
Where: Various Locations

Alameda County AIDS Administration: The mission of the Office of AIDS Administration (OAA) is to work in partnership with the community to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS and to improve the quality of life for those living with and affected by the disease. The OAA directs the overall response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Alameda County in cooperation with community-based organizations, governmental bodies, advocates, and people living with HIV/AIDS. It sets the standards of care for countywide HIV/AIDS services and assures accessibility for the infected and affected populations. Participants are expected to represent CWC at regular meetings and community events.
Where: 1000 Broadway#310 Oakland, CA 94607
Leader: V. Huff

Nursing Home Ministry: The CWC nursing home ministry takes place every 1st Sunday @10:30 AM. Volunteers visit various nursing homes in the Berkeley area. Worship services and acts of kindness are rendered to the infirmed. Participants work with Mother Rachel McClendon and staff, providing various services. This is a great ministry for those with busy schedules during the week.
Where: Various locations
When: 1st Sunday 10:30-11:30 AM
Leader: Rachel McClendon
 

COMMUNITY SERVICES
 

NAACP: Founded in 1909, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization. Its half-million adult and youth members throughout the United States and the world are the premier advocates for civil rights in their communities, conducting voter mobilization and monitoring equal opportunity in the public and private sectors. Participants are expected to represent CWC at meetings and events. Please contact Pastor Sheila Morgan for more information (510-644-8117 opt. 2)
Leader: Sheila Morgan

Covenant Worship Center Feeding Ministry: The CWC feeding ministry takes place 4th Mondays & 2nd Tuesdays at the Veterans Memorial Hall 1931 Center Street Berkeley, Ca @6:00p.m. This ministry cooks for and serves over 60 men daily. CWC has participated in this program for over 10 years. This ministry works in conjunction with BOSS and several local Greek letter organizations. Participants are expected to be timely and prepared to express the love of Jesus Christ to those in need.
Where: Veterans Memorial Hall 1931 Center St Berkeley, Ca
When: 4th Mondays & 2nd Tuesdays @ 6:00 p.m.
Leader:

TK YOUTH FOUNDATION: The Terrance Kelly Youth Foundation (TKYF) grew out of tragedy and great loss. De La Salle High School graduate and Covenant Worship Center member Terrance Kelly was fatally shot while sitting in his car in the Iron Triangle of Richmond on Aug. 12, 2004, two days before the teen was to leave for the University of Oregon on a full scholarship. Terrance’s father, Landrin Kelly a member of CWC, later started the foundation as a way to help guide some of Richmond’s most disadvantaged youth in the positive way that he guided his son. The programs developed by the group helps Richmond’s youth see themselves differently and choose paths that will help them realize fulfilled and meaningful lives. Participants are expected to be involved in TKYF programs and special events. Please see Landrin Kelly for more information.
Where: MLK Jr Center Richmond
Leader: Landrin Kelly

Adopt-A-Block: This is a unique outreach ministry to the community. CWC goes out into the community showing love to our neighbors. We do this by sweeping sidewalks, cutting lawns, minor home maintenance, and “random acts of kindness.” Participants are expected to be on time and get a little dirty if necessary. This is a great outreach for those who have busy schedules during the week. Also for Greek letter organization service projects, those fulfilling court mandated community service.
Where: South & West Berkeley Community
When: Annually

SOCIAL SERVICES
 

Black Adoption Placement and Research Center (BAPRC): This is a private, non-profit agency founded in 1983. Our services are provided to families residing in 14 Northern California counties. In the spirit of reclaiming our own, we are a licensed adoption and foster family agency (FFA) dedicated to recruiting permanent loving families from the community from which the disproportionate number of waiting children come - the African American community. BAPRC places an emphasis on advocating on behalf of children with special needs who might otherwise spend their entire childhoods in foster care.
Where: 7801 Edgewater Dr #2000, Oakland, Ca

STAND! Against Domestic Violence: With programs focused on creating safety and healing for victims, batterer accountability, social justice and community change, STAND! Against Domestic Violence offers a range of programs including shelter, crisis line, support services, and outreach to schools and the community. Together we can make a difference for victims in our community
Where: 1410 Danzig Plaza, Suite 230, Concord, CA 94520
www.standagainstdv.org

Detention and Prison Ministries: The CWC Detention and Prison ministry is designed to serve people who are incarcerated. We make ourselves available through worship services, bible studies and encouragement to inmates. Participants are expected to complete a background check and training course provided by each facility. This is a great opportunity for ministers.
Where: Contra Costa County Jail

Social Workers Guild: This ministry is offered for Social Services professions. It utilizes the vast resources within CWC to direct the community in the direction of quality social services. Participants are expected to meet regularly and act as experts in providing information to those in need. Also the guild will sponsor Community service fair once yearly, offering information and resources to the community.
Where: Covenant Worship Center

Small Business Assistance: This program is offered in conjunction with the Berkeley Economic Development. It helps entrepreneurs get started in business. This ministry offers classes and coaching for interested parties. Participants are expected to possess knowledge is the organizing and maintaining a small business.
Where: Covenant Worship Center

Legal Services: These consultation only services are CWC legal professionals. This program is offered to help those who could not otherwise afford legal consultation. Participants are expected to be licensed and/or experienced legal professionals.
Where: Covenant Worship Center

Employment Services: This program offers to assist those in the job market. Provided services are job search assistance, resume building, interview assistance, life coaching and much more. Participants must be committed to the program, by remaining current on available jobs and training programs in the area. Also, they should have adequate experience in human development.
Where: Covenant Worship Center


 

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