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| Compassion Center History |
Cornerstone Compassion Center opened the doors in September of 1995, to meet the needs of hungry and homeless people. Located in the neighborhood which it serves, many of those that have come for help are now the core volunteers in the program.
The strength and success of the center is compassionate ministry to the practical needs of families and individuals. This builds a foundation for lasting relationships and affords the opportunity to share the Gospel. Cornerstone Compassion Center is making a difference. We see the power of God helping individuals to grow and change, to create a better future and a better life. A hand up, not a handout, is the answer to America's problems. Government can not do it, groups and individuals can. With the help of God, we can turn our city around and eliminate homelessness and poverty. Come be a part of something that will change our area and change lives!
From the center's very beginnings we have relied on the help of many sources to meet the needs of the hurting around us. Organizations such as Inland Harvest, San Bernardino Clergy Association and the Southern California District Churches of of the Nazarene have helped supply food and financial donations to feed and clothe the less fortunate. The University of Redlands Community Service Learning and Point Loma Nazarene University have sent many student groups to help. As a part of The Norton Neighborhoods Initiative we are in close contact with possiblilities and opportunities available to all our neighbors.
Collaboration means not only do we cross organizational lines, but religious ones as well. We have always enjoyed support from Churches of the Nazarene such as Faith Community, Redlands, Gateway, Hesperia, Bloomington, Arlington (Riverside), Highland and Twentynine Palms, but also St. Paul Methodist, Trinity Evangelical Free Church, and Congregation Emanu El, the reformed synagogue in San Bernardino. The volunteer hours and donations of food and other materials are critical to Cornerstone Compassion Center's ability to respond to requests for help. If you are interested in the "Compassion Movement" we recommend you check out the website www.nazarenecompassion.org as a starting place.
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Mission Statement Experiencing Christ's love in our lives, we have determined to meet the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of the people in our community by providing help and hope.
| Mission Purpose Preach the Gospel to the poor, feed the hungry, clothe the naked and set the downtrodden free.
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Volunteer Clothes closet workers, kitchen help, cooking serving and cleanup crew, tutors and mentors for adults and children's programs
| Team Work Projects Call, write or email regarding current and upcoming projects . There are opportunities for your group to come help those in need.
| Speaker Presentation Our Executive Director, Rev. Robin Hyde will come and share with your group about meeting the needs of homeless and hungry people.
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Cornerstone Compassion Center is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization, your gift is tax deductible. Your support of this effort is more than a gift to charity, it is an investment in people. The contribution you make goes directly to help the needy. The funds we receive are expended to help individuals and families get the help they require. Funding comes from individual donors, companies, churches and synagogues, and non-profit foundations. You may designate us on your payroll deduction plan through the United Way Campaign. We are an equal opportunity organization and do not tolerate prejudice or discrimination of any kind. Donations of basic groceries (peanut butter, tuna, powdered milk), hygiene products (bar soap, shampoo, toothbrushes and paste, deodorant, disposable razors), blankets, clothing, and household items as well as financial support is greatly appreciated
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