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Our VisionCompassion Coalition walks with Knoxville-area congregations as we respond to the cry of the suffering, the broken, and the abandoned both within our churches and in the community.
We believe transformation occurs when churches prayerfully support and serve existing ministries of compassion and justice as well as create new ministries when God leads us to serve unmet needs in our community. We envision Knoxville as a place where Christians from many denominations work together to love our neighbor as a natural out come of loving God.
Knoxville MarriageInitiativeDesigned to strengthen marriages and prevent divorce through a network of church and community organizations where people can discover how to grow and protect a lifelong, strong marriage.
About UsCompassion Coalition is a 501(c)(3) faith-based non-profit organization that began in 2002.
We are thrilled to see more than 87 churches of different denominations all over Knoxville participating in various coalition activities. In addition, a diverse mix of government agencies, non-profit organizations, and individual believ-ers also collaborate with our ministry to work on a shared purpose: the well-being of our city.
We employ four full-time and one part-time staff members. Our Board of Directors is made up of pastors and business people who help guide our efforts to transform our community.
To learn more about any of our upcoming events or luncheons, send an email to [email protected]
Compassion CoalitionTHE REGAS BUILDING
318 N. Gay Street, Suite 207, Knoxville, TN 37917Phone: 865.251.1591 Fax: 865.588.2876
Email: [email protected]
www.compassioncoalition.org
@CompassionKnox
................... Compassion Coalition exists to inform, equip, and connect churches to transform lives and communities through the love of Christ
OUR MISSION:
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Future Story ProjectThe Future Story Project is an exciting initiative made possible through a grant from the Trinity Health Foundation. In partnership with churches, non-profits, and a government agency, Bridges Out of Poverty training and Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin-By World classes will be implemented across the city. Individuals who live for years in a day-to-day struggle to just get by, lose vision for their lives and hope for their future: they lose their future story. The goal is to equip our partners with tools to help people re-discover their future story.
Bridges Out of Poverty workshops help those who work with the poor understand why certain deci-sions are made and recognize patterns that exist in poverty, middle class, and wealth. Getting Ahead in a Just Gettin-By World is a 16-session class for people in poverty designed to transform the way they think about their economic opportunities and help make life changes.
WorkshopsCost of Poverty Experience (COPE) offers participants a glimpse into the real lives of low-income individuals and families: the obstacles, decisions, and consequences that impact them–including the role the community plays and how policies and systems help or hinder the progress of those in poverty. Frontline Training is a series of four workshops that teach church staff and volunteers how to respond to requests from people seeking assistance:
Frontline I: Taking Calls for AssistanceFrontline II: Building a Strong Benevolence TeamFrontline III: Understanding Community Resources Frontlline IV: Mentoring & Relationship Building
Connection PointConnection Point is a Knox County call center for individuals and families in need. Requests are reviewed and verified by Compassion Coalition
volunteers from area churches who then make referrals to appropriate organizations, agencies, and churches in our community that may be able to assist. The
Connection Point is also a resource for churches and organizations working with individuals in need.
Mentor TeamsCircles of Support is a faith-based mentoring program; teams of four to six people are trained and matched with individuals in need of a nurturing community, referred by one of our partner agencies; the team provide support as their new friend becomes self-sufficient.
Salt & Light GuidebookSalt & Light: A guide to loving Knoxville is a 444-page reference that details many agencies and ministries that serve our community. Included are guidelines for effective
service, and glimpses of lives that have been disrupted and restored. The 4th edition of the guide has gone digital and is available on our website: www.compassioncoalition.org.
Weekly EmailBulletin Board, our weekly email, connects the body of Christ to opportunities to serve. In addition to opportunities to help with specific needs and to volunteer with local organizations, we announce workshops that equip you to make a difference in the areas you are called to serve. To receive Bulletin Board, send a request to [email protected].
Community LuncheonsSalt & Light Luncheons are held quarterly and feature
authors, professionals, and community and church leaders. Each topic is of interest to the body of Christ, such as homelessness, poverty, addiction,
refugees, and the family. Luncheons are open to the public and are an opportunity to build relationships with others interested in compassionate outreach.
I n our mission to transform lives through the love of Christ, we strive to connect and
serve Knoxville through various paths of com-munity involvement:
First Getting Ahead graduating class
To find out how you or your church can get involved in this ground-breaking initiative, contact Jessica Bocángel at 251.1591 x8 or
