Mar
24
7:00 AM07:00

Give Joplin Day - Rally For Recovery

Thank you x a million! Because of your generosity (and the luck of the draw) Building Bridges was able to raise over $12,000 during Give Joplin Day. And checks are still coming in! After a full year of cancelled fundraisers, light is beginning to pour in to the end of the tunnel! The Leaders, Allies, staff and board members of Building Bridges sincerely cannot thank you enough. For more details check out the attached link!

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February 27, 2020
Feb
27
6:00 PM18:00
Thursday Nights

February 27, 2020

Phase 1 will be working with Dr. C doing SMART goals, financial work and gratitude journals. Phases 2 & 3 will attending the last week of the Parenting Café. Teens will have a guest speaker, and the children will continue to talk about money.

The Rooted Home Group from Christ Church of Oronogo is returning this week with dinner consisting of burrito bowls and brownies with ice-cream.

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February 20, 2020
Feb
20
6:00 PM18:00
Thursday Nights

February 20, 2020

Phase 1 will continue last week’s topic - relationship! Phases 2 & 3, it’s the third Thursday of the month. You know what that means? Finances! And in particular - budgeting. The teenagers and children will follow suit.

Dinner will be provided by the Rooted Home Group from Christ Church of Oronogo, and it is a baked potato bar!

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February 13, 2020
Feb
13
6:00 PM18:00
Thursday Nights

February 13, 2020

 

Phase 1 will be focusing on relationships, and utilizing tools like the Johari Window. Phases 2 & 3 will be attending our last parenting cafÉ for this cycle. The teens will continuing with money management. The children will be Valentine’s Day by making cards and crafts!

Dinner will be chicken, potatoes and dessert, as provided to us by the lovely individuals at Soroptomist.

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January 30, 2020
Jan
30
6:00 PM18:00
Thursday Nights

January 30, 2020

 

Tonight, Phase 1 will be participating in our financial program with Dr. C. The subject is budgeting. Phases 2 & 3 will continue with our Parenting Café classes. The teenagers will learn about the importance of money management and the children will continue to focus on nutrition.
Dinner is meatloaf, roasted potatoes, veggies and dessert provided to us by the wonderful, Nancy Bettasso!

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Builder/Partner Night
Mar
7
6:00 PM18:00

Builder/Partner Night

Builder/Partner Night are relational and progress focused for both the Bridge Builder and their respective Partner(s).  Builders and Partners come together and discuss updates on set goals, work on specific group building activities and address any current or new obstacles.  These meetings are NOT OPEN to the Public.

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Builder/Partner Night
Feb
7
6:00 PM18:00

Builder/Partner Night

Builder/Partner Night are relational and progress focused for both the Bridge Builder and their respective Partner(s).  Builders and Partners come together and discuss updates on set goals, work on specific group building activities and address any current or new obstacles.  These meetings are NOT OPEN to the Public.

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Building Bridges - Bridge Partner Training
Jan
31
6:00 PM18:00

Building Bridges - Bridge Partner Training

Are you interested in volunteering as a Building Bridge Partner? This 2 hour Bridge Partner Training will give you a better understanding of the role of a Bridge Partner and how your work will make a direct impact on the lives of families working to overcome poverty. This training is required for anyone interested in volunteering as a Bridge Partner.

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Building Bridges - Bridge Partner Training
Jan
24
6:00 PM18:00

Building Bridges - Bridge Partner Training

Are you interested in becoming s a Building Bridges Partner? This 2 hour Bridge Partner Training will give you a better understanding of the role of a Bridge Partner and how your work will make a direct impact on the lives of families working to overcome poverty. This training is required for anyone interested in volunteering as a Bridge Partner..

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7th Annual Turkey Trot to benefit Circles
Nov
22
7:30 AM07:30

7th Annual Turkey Trot to benefit Circles

As much a Thanksgiving tradition as parades and football games, the downtown Joplin Turkey Trot is gearing up for the seventh consecutive year! And once again this year, Circles of Joplin will be the benefitting charity!

The Turkey Trot is a fully certified 5K (and one mile fun run) and it’s not too early to register! Information can be found at https://localraces.com/starlitrunning/7th-annual-joplin-turkey-trot

And watch this space for more information once we get closer to Trot time!

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Oct
18
6:00 PM18:00

What you need to know regarding medical debt

You’ve probably heard the horror stories; one false move or serious diagnosis and your medical debt could totally skyrocket. This week, Freeman Hospital’s Mandy Maghe will discuss navigating through medical debt. This is one of those truly “not-to-be-missed” presentations. And if you’re new to Circles, this would be a great week to come see what all the excitement is about.

To entice you even further, Liberty Utilities will be providing dinner!

We hope to see you at 6 pm Thursday evening, October 18th at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church.

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Oct
12
6:00 PM18:00

God's Resort Dedication

The staff and residents of God’s Resort in Joplin are great friends to us at Circles and we’re excited to pass on some information on a true milestone in the history of their facility! Join in on the celebration of “What’s New and Good at God’s Resort” Friday, October 12th at 6 pm, Saturday, October 13th at 10 am, and Sunday, October 14th at 2 pm. Their new Five-Plex will be dedicated at the God’s Resort Community Center, 1501 S. Pearl at each of those days and times.

RSVPs would be appreciated by phone at 417-553-4080 or email jenny@godsresortjoplin.org

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Oct
4
6:00 PM18:00

Leader / Ally Night & Free Flu Shots!

Leaders and Allies will be meeting up this Thursday at Circles. If you’ve been wondering what all of this Circles stuff you’ve been hearing about is, this Thursday will be a great time to dip your toe in the Circles water. Leader/Ally pairs will be tracking their progress to make sure they stay up to date in each other’s lives.

Also this Thursday, get your flu shot so you can stay healthy through the holidays. Circles will be providing flu shots at the very affordable price of nothing. That’s right, get inoculated for free!

But wait! There’s more! Dinner will be served (also for free) between 6 and 6:30!

So let’s add all of this up: Leader/Ally night + Free Dinner + Free Flu Shots = a Circles experience you really shouldn’t miss!

See you this Thursday at 6 at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church on west 26th in Joplin.

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Sep
20
6:00 PM18:00

Tell Your Story

Due to popular demand, J.J. Spurlin is back this week to show our Leaders and Allies how best to “tell their stories.” Everybody has a story to tell and that may be particularly true for Circles folks. Learn how to use your own story to make a difference in the world.

Of course if you’d like to come investigate this “Circles” thing that everyone is talking about, feel free to drop by St. Paul’s United Methodist church this Thursday, September 20th. Dinner will be provided by MaMa JJ’s so you know you’re going to get some delicious eats before J.J. shares his own story.

And training will be continuing for our Class 8 Leaders.

6pm. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church on west 26th. Hope to see you there!

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Sep
6
6:00 PM18:00

Leader / Ally Night

It's Leader / Ally night at Circles! Matched "Circles" will have the opportunity to meet together after a delicious dinner provided by The Light Church. SMART goals and other items of circular note will be discussed.

Meanwhile, Circles Class 8 will continue their training.

See you at 6 pm Thursday at St. Paul's United Methodist Church!

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