The goal for Heritage’s Local Missions is to develop serving opportunities for a suburban church to show compassion, develop justice and practice humility with the poor, the suffering and the needy in central Ohio. We are connected with ministries and outreaches that are leaders in sharing the good news in some of the most challenging areas of our society.

The information on this page lists the partnerships we are developing. For more details about getting yourself or your lifegroup involved check the Events page or contact Pastor Richard Johnson, 614.898.9412 x105.

ONGOING LOCAL MISSIONS

Soma! Tutoring is an opportunity for Heritage to provide tutors for second graders at Linden STEM Academy in a one-on-one format. Volunteers are asked to commit to one hour a week for the school year. Must be able to read!

Poor and Hungry
BetterWay Ministries is an inner city ministry serving the needs of the poor in the Short North. Heritage provides a monthly meal and fellowship the second Friday of each month. Volunteers prepare and serve meals to approximately 100 people and lead a time of spiritual community through singing and testimony. Contact Sam Fung, Team Leader.

YWCA Family Shelter cares for families in crisis with temporary living space and meals. Volunteers from Heritage provide breakfast for these families on the third Saturday of each month. Children are welcome and encouraged to serve with parents.  Tracie Bayer, Team Leader.   

Homeless Camps is currently seeking opportunities for Heritage attenders to reach these camps in central Ohio. Please send information or interest to organize an outreach to the homeless by contacting Mary Cheadle.

The Forgotten
Alterra Sterling House Ministry is an assisted living center in Westerville. Volunteers hold Sunday Chapel services twice a month and Wednesday Bible Study at the facilities located at Cooper Road. Children are welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact John and Lorene Leis, Team Leaders

Rahab’s Hideaway addresses the issue of human trafficking in central Ohio. Volunteer opportunities range from delivering gift bags to prostitutes on the street, counseling women who have come off of the streets, cooking meals throughout the week and providing transportation to social services.  Website: http://www.rahabshideaway.org 

Medical and Health
Project Compassion provides community for individuals and families who have been affected by HIV/AIDS by giving emotional, physical and spiritual support. Heritage hosts a meal, conversation and Bible Study the second Thursday of each month. Contact Mike Durand website: http://www.projectcompassion.us

The Vineyard Free Health Clinic provides free healthcare to those in need at Vineyard on Cooper Road and at the Fruit of the Vine on 5th Ave. Volunteers are needed as healthcare professionals, administrative personnel and prayer partners with patients. Contact Carol Achmoody, Volunteer Coordinator
website: http://www.vineyardcommunitycenter.org

Prisoners





Promise Keepers inside Marion Correctional Institution strives to transform incarcerated men to live for Christ with integrity and purpose through weekly Bible study, discipleship and monthly worship rallies. Contact Pastor Richard Johnson for more information.

Breakthrough Prison Ministries ministers to women within the walls of the Ohio Reformatory for Women, Breakthrough Prison Ministries provides Biblical teaching and healing prayer to help incarcerated women break through the deep wounds that keep them in bondage so they can live freely in Christ. Contact Pastor Richard Johnson for more information.

Rachel’s House is a ministry of Lower Lights, providing transitional housing for women coming out of prison. Rachel’s House stresses a lifestyle community among volunteers and residents, fostering a safe setting to teach spiritual formation and life skills as women transition from prison back into family and society. Website: http://www.lowerlights.org

Johnny Harvey Prison Testimony

Cross-Cultural Opportunities
The Somali-Bantu Community is a new partnership for Heritage this year. They have invited us to help them assimilate to life here in the U.S. through building cross-cultural relationships. Contact Judy Rimelspach, Team Leader.

International Friendship Inc. (IFI) is a ministry dedicated to reaching the nations without leaving central Ohio. Students from countries all over the world prepare for their future at OSU and individuals from Heritage can provide a warm welcome through sharing a meal at holidays, airport transportation, temporary housing and more.  Kathy Davis, Team Leader website: http:/www.ifipartners.org

Urgent Need:  Over 100 new students needs temporary housing in September. 2-4 days
To Volunteer: www.ifipartners.org/volunteer   

Please check out our Global Missions too.

Richard Johnson
Local Missions Pastor
Phone: 614.898.9412 x105
rjohnson@heritagecc.org