Valley Creek Baptist Church Springfield Rd

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SURVEY RESULTS When asked what ways could a caring church make a difference (VCBC) we were told: Community outreach: residents mentioned the need for outreach efforts to support members of their community who are in need. This may involve organizing food drives, clothing donations, or other types of support for those facing economic hardship or other challenges. Volunteerism: people encouraged us to volunteer in the community, whether it's through local schools, shelters, or other organizations. Youth programs: Residents mentioned that we can provide opportunities for youth in the neighborhood to engage in positive, safe activities like after-school and mentoring programs. Spiritual support: It was shared that we can offer spiritual support for those going through difficult times, such as providing counseling or other types of support to those struggling with addiction, or grief. Community events: We were asked to organize community events that bring people together in a positive way. This might include events like holiday celebrations, neighborhood clean-up days, or other types of events that promote community engagement and connection. Overall, we believe that the residents we talked with want the church to make a significant positive impact in our neighborhoods by providing support, guidance, and community engagement opportunities. By taking an active role in our community, we can help build stronger relationships and foster a greater sense of unity and belonging. 9
NEIGHBORHOOD WANTS, DREAMS, AND DESIRES We took some time to interview key leaders in our community to help deepen our community relationships. Here are some key themes about their hopes/joys/likes, issues/concerns/worries, and good stories they like to tell. Hopes/Joys/Likes: People love a small town feel that offers big town amenities. The community feels safe and churches, schools, fire houses, and local agencies are trying to make a difference. The school system and educators are coming together to help with mental health needs, help get GED and work placement, and help with medical needs. The local fire department provides community oriented events and are involved in community activities. Issues/Concerns/Worries: The greatest concern mentioned frequently is the growing concentration of rehab centers. We believe the community might be concerned about a concentration of rehab centers for several reasons: Stigma: The growing concentration of rehab centers might lead to stigmatization of the community as being associated with drug addiction and substance abuse. Property Values: Residents might worry that having rehab centers in their neighborhood could negatively impact property values. Increased Crime: A concentration of rehab centers might attract individuals struggling with addiction, which could lead to an increase in crime in the area. Overburdened Services: Concentration of rehab centers may put a strain on local public services such as police, emergency responders, and hospitals 10
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Page 3 and 4: INTRODUCTION Valley Creek Baptist C
Page 5 and 6: HISTORY OF ELIZABETHTOWN Elizabetht
Page 7 and 8: DEMOGRAPHICS POPULATION HIGHLIGHTS
Page 9: SURVEY RESULTS Over 100 interviews
Page 13 and 14: CHURCH SURVEY RESULTS We also took
Page 15: REFLECTIVE QUESTIONS We are excited

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