E v e r y t h i n g yo u n e e d t o k n ow

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

Ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

• The call to Compassionate Justice Page 3

• From Vision to practice Page 4

• WHAT IS JUSTICE:MERCY Page 5

• What are the Core needs? Page 6

• MINISTRY PARTNERS and initiatives Page 7

• Volunteering Page 8 – 9

• Donations: In Kind Page 10

• Initiate Justice Page 11 – 12

• Talk to us Page 13

• STAY UPDATED Page 14

2

T h e C a l l t o C o m pa s s i o n at e J u s t i c e

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

The call to Compassionate Justice

There is a distinct theme in Scripture that calls Gods people to take up the charge of

Compassionate Justice as an expression of His righteous goodness and his overwhelming love for

the world. God charges his people to clothe the naked, feed the hungry, defend the vulnerable and

share our worldly possessions (1 Tim 6:18). These “good deeds” display the character of God and

are an invitation, to the people of the world, to seek after him.

In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify

your Father in heaven. Matt 516

What Makes a good deed?

Good deeds are a true expression of love for “our neighbour”. It is this love that works on behalf of

fellow men to enable them to acquire, dignity, provision and liberation from oppression.

Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth. 1 John 3:18

Good deeds demonstrate a thoughtful approach and make every effort, with care, to address the

root causes of the complex problems that face our world.

Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead

the case of the widow. Isaiah 1:17

3

W h at i s J u s t i C e : M e r c y

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

a ministry of Bryanston Bible Church.

It exists to:

1) enable the congregation to express compassionate justice, as

disciples of Christ,

2) administrate a portion of the churches collective resources to restore

the balance of justice in favour of the vulnerable and oppressed.

Ministry Credo

Justice:Mercy is a love driven, biblically based, response to the presence

of injustice in society. It aims to restore the balance of justice through acts

of mercy that include generosity to the poor, advocacy for the oppressed

and redemption for the oppressors.

As the hands and feet of Jesus we have been loved by Him and sent out

to demonstrate His character and person. We engage in good works that

illustrate His predilection for justice and His unyielding affection for the

least of these including orphans, widows, prisoners, slaves and the poor,

Help the vulnerable; preach the Gospel

………………………………………..……………….............................................................

………………………………………..………………..............................................................

5

F r o m V i s i o n t o P r a c t i c e

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

We seek to enable, through everything we take on, an expression of “good

deeds” that are characterised by effective justice for the vulnerable and a

sincere and measurable Gospel impact. This is the practical basis on which we

review ministry opportunities against our vision of Helping the Vulnerable;

Preaching the Gospel.

4

Click for more info

Compassionate

Justice Gospel Outreach

General Care Social Action

Efficacy of help offered

Th

e G

osp

el Im

pa

ct

High Low

Low

H

igh

W h at a r e t h e C o r e n e e d s

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

Orphaned and vulnerable

Children

South Africa is currently undergoing a family

crisis the result of which is the existence of an

estimated 3.5* million orphans with a further

multitude of children whose primary care giver

is not able to provide a tenable home

environment due to age, health, or addiction.

As a church we seek to partner with

organisations that provide a place of safety for

these vulnerable children.

Poverty

In 2015 millions of South Africans remain

trapped in a cycle of poverty which affect both

their body and spirit. As a nation we are

experiencing a 25.2%** official unemployment

rate and a widening gini coefficient indicating

that the problems of the poor are only getting

worse. As a church we aim to guide and

support the poorest of the poor

Slaves

There are an estimated 20.9 million people

trapped in slavery in an industry that generates

an estimated R400 billion worldwide revenue

for their captors. The name given to this trade

in today’s terms is “human trafficking” and

encompasses the sex trade, forced labour and

others. South Africa, while only experiencing a

medium to low prevalence of trafficking cases

is still in the infancy of recognising human

trafficking’s impact and caring for victims. ***

There are deeper forms of slavery that exists,

first and foremost, in the human heart and

spirit. It is with this in mind that BBC reaches

out to members of the voluntary sex industry,

with love, in the belief that they are of greater

value to their father in heaven than they

themselves realise.

Learn More

Learn More

6

Learn More

**Stats SA *UNICEF ***U.S.S.D T.I.P report

J : M Pa r t n e r s a n d I n i t i at i v e s

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

A ministry to the kids and

parents of the Kya Sands

informal settlement.

A ministry to the poor, that

live in and around

Bryanston.

A mentorship ministry to

Inner city teenagers.

House building ministry in rural

Mpumalanga.

Ministry to workers in the sex

industry.

Home for Orphaned and

Vulnerable Children.

Children’s home.

See More

See More

See More

See More

See More

See More

7

Evangelical outpatient drug

rehabilitation program.

See More

Under The Bridge is a home-grown initiative that aims to reach out to

the poor with a message of love. The name was inspired by a BBC

congregant who was taken by the need of the people living by the river

near Bryanston Drive. This ministry is an excellent opportunity for us to

extend a hand of hospitality to the migrant workers and homeless job

seekers who live in and around Bryanston.

Kya Sands is a community development ministry that take place in the Kya

Sands informal settlement. The ministry operates around three key needs

that affect this poor community, namely the early childhood development of

children, prevention of illness in homes and the development of life skills

among woman and teenagers.

We address those needs through three programs: Play with a Purpose,

Primary Healthcare and Bible Studies.

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

TUESDAY PLAY WITH A PURPOSE 09:30-11:30

WEDNESDAY PLAY WITH A PURPOSE 09:30-11:30

WEDNESDAY PRIMARY HEALTHCARE 09:30-11:30

THURSDAY LADIES BIBLE STUDY 10:30-12:00

FRIDAY BI WEEKLY TEEN BIBLE STUDY 16:30-18:00

Monday Night Worship/feeding Scheme 16:45-18:45

Wednesday Night Zulu Bible Study 18:00-19:00

Thursday Night Zulu Bible Study 18:00-19:00

Learn More

Learn More

8

Vo l u n t e e r i n g

Cherished is a faith-based support group for women and men working in

the local sex industry. The aim is to reach, restore and equip people in

the sex industry. We pray that they will come to know that they are

valued, purposed and loved. We hope to provide friendship, support and

access to avenues that they can utilise in pursuit of a healthy, fulfilling

life

You can mentor an orphaned teenager in 2015. It is a annual commitment

Alternatively join in our weekly bible studies held at the 5C’s centre in

Hillbrow. Additionally you can become a tutor.

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

Wednesday Night Bible Study 18:45-21:30

Mentor an inner city TEEN Annual Commitment

Sign up for a Trip in 2015

Building Trip 12 - 16 June, Youth Day Weekend

Friday Night Prostitute Outreach 21:00-24:00

Saturday Night Strip Club Outreach 19:00-23:00

Tutoring Weekly at your own time

Learn More

Learn More

Learn More

As a church we make our way to Shongwe multiple times a year. We

build a house with our own hands while investing time and love into the

recipients of the home.

9

Building Trip 24 - 28 Sept, Heritage Date Weekend

Building Trip 24 - 27 April, Freedom Day Weekend

Vo l u n t e e r i n g

D o n at i o n s : I n k i n d

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

In Kind: A Charitable Gift of goods or Services

10

Justice:Mercy serves as a channel through which you can give away:

Depending on your professional background we will try match your

skills with a good cause. Volunteerism deployed in the area of an

individuals proficiency has been proven to be a potent driver for

charity and development.

Finance, Design, IT, Trades, Engineering, Art, Humanitarian,

Education, Legal, Medical, Administration, Entrepenurial

If you have passion and the availability email ray@bbc.org.za

Your expertise

If you have first or second hand goods that you would like to

distribute to worthy causes feel free to contact us. We will distribute

you goods, old clothes or jumble in ways that are just and promote

dignity through relationship.

Donations can be dropped off at church, outside the admin

office, during business hours, after services on Sunday.

For advice on larger items email ray@bbc.org.za

Your Charitable Goods

I n i t i at e J u s t i c e

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

………………………………………..………………........................................................................

11

Initiate is a Justice:Mercy ministry through which church congregants, individual

or groups, can put forward a plan or initiative that is close to their hearts and

receive structured assistance if that plan or initiative lines up strategically with the

ministries vision of “Helping the vulnerable and Preaching the Gospel”.

Do you have a plan to aid the oppressed; are prepared to do

it right and see it through to fruition?

We are excited about your passion and want to aid you with

the tools you need to make it effective.

If you are willing to champion the cause we are willing to

help you get there.

I n i t i at e J u s t i c e

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

………………………………………..………………........................................................................

12

If you have a cause then help comes in the form of 3C’s; Coaching, Cash

and Communications.

Get coaching from the JM coordinator in how to make your proposal

effective. Together create a proposal for consideration.

Access cash or other resources that you may need to make your

proposal effective.

Access church communication platforms to promote your initiative

and sell your vision to others.

Click here for a full ministry outline

Ta l k t o u s

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

The call to compassionate justice is bigger than just the official

Justice:Mercy ministry partners and initiatives. We want to know

what you are up to.

Are you planning or hosting a compassionate justice event

that you would like us to promote?

Are you undertaking any compassionate justice initiatives for

which you would like support?

Are you involved in an external partnership or initiatives that

you think Justice:Mercy may want to be involved in?

Do you have any exciting stories that we can use to

encourage and inspire our congregation?

Contact us. ray@bbc.org.za

………………………………………..……………….............................................................

………………………………………..………………..............................................................

13

S tay U p d at e d

……………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………...

Its easy to stay up to date with all the latest news, real life stories

and upcoming events in the Justice:Mercy ministry.

Follow us via one of these exciting avenues:

Wordpress Blog

Facebook Page

Twitter Feed

Newsletter

Like

Download

Follow

14

Email Updates