Learning as we Grow

Instead of having a competing event on October 31^st we do something that honors Christ by simply inviting our neighbors to stop by while out trick-or-treating.  For the past several years our neighbors walk over and join us. Some drive from local neighborhoods and some families even make it by public transportation from the inner city!

This ministry is a very simple one. We’re simply there to meet our neighbors and put a face on Ashland Church. We meet kids, teens, parents and even grandparents. Our neighbors are always grateful.  Many are surprised that we offer this free of charge and want to know why we do this - what an opportunity to share Christ’s love! Families are invited to different ministries; some join us for these ministries and for others it is simply and introduction to Ashland.

 We set out easy carnival games and crafts while providing hot soup (for the chilly parents as they follow their children around), hot dogs, and of course, lots of candy. The activity that really draws a crowd is the box maze. With large appliance boxes (donated from local companies) and lots of duct tape, some very talented individuals make a maze for the children to crawl through with flashlights and glow sticks in hand. This has earned quite a reputation among the children and as soon as October hits they start to talk about it.

This very simple outreach has been a great way to reach out and get to know our neighbors.