MISSIONS: SERVE LOCALLY

We invite you to participate in this monthly serving opportunity. On the last Sunday of each month, we will distribute lists after each service. Each list will indicate the community partner, mission, or ministry that we have prayerfully chosen to support.


NEXT LIST PICKUP:  JANUARY 25
NEXT ITEM DROPOFF: FEBRUARY 1

THIS MONTH WE ARE SUPPORTING:

National Human Trafficking Awareness Month

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A Look Ahead

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Did you know...

Texas is the second-largest hub for sex trafficking in the United States.


Nearly 20% of trafficked individuals travel through Texas, often along the I-10 corridor.


86% of victims are recruited by someone they know—an employer, intimate partner, family member, or caregiver.


On average, girls in Dallas enter the sex trade at age 13.


Each night, approximately 400 girls are trafficked  on the streets of Dallas.


The illegal sex trade generates nearly $99 million annually in Dallas.

How RockPointe Is Responding:

In response to the needs of those impacted by human trafficking, our church supports two local, faith-based organizations that provide support and long-term care: Refuge for Women and Restored Hope Ministries.



Refuge for Women



Refuge for Women is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing specialized emergency housing and long-term residential care for women who have escaped sex trafficking or sexual exploitation. With multiple locations across the U.S., Refuge for Women offers a multi-year continuum of care. Residents receive 24/7 support as they progress through evidence-based, trauma-informed programming—helping each woman develop a vision for her future and build a life marked by dignity and hope.


Restored Hope Ministries


Restored Hope Ministries seeks to rescue and restore women and their children affected by sexual exploitation and trafficking, human slavery, sexual abuse, poverty, domestic violence, homelessness, and interaction with the criminal justice system.



Their program provides 12–18 months of transitional housing with spiritual and practical self-help programs. Each resident is supported by a mentor and a professional counselor who stays with her through graduation and beyond.

WAYS TO PRAY

Peace • Healing • Provision


  • That residents would experience God’s peace, especially amid difficult family circumstances
  • For continued healing—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually
  • For God’s provision, trusting that He who calls His people to this mission will faithfully provide

WAYS TO INVEST

There are two ways to invest this month:


1) Help Us Collect Donations for Refuge for Women & Restored Hope Ministries:

We are collecting items for Refuge for Women’s Emergency House and Restored Hope Ministries:

  • Women’s bras and underwear (all sizes)
  • New or gently used shoes (all styles and sizes)
  • Full-size hygiene items, including (but not limited to):
  • Gentle face wash (e.g., CeraVe)
  • Shampoo & conditioner (all hair types, including Black/ethnic hair)
  • Deodorant
  • Toothbrushes & toothpaste
  • Lip balm
  • Body wash

Gift cards to grocery stores or restaurants are also appreciated to help with meals, groceries, and household necessities.


2) Help Us Collect Items for Care Kits for First Responders

During Love Your Neighbor Day on January 10, we will assemble care kits for first responders to share with individuals rescued from trafficking. To make these care kits possible, we need help collecting the items listed below.

 

Care Kit Items Needed

  • Toothbrush
  • Travel-size toothpaste
  • Unscented cleansing wipes (10–20 count)
  • Travel deodorant (neutral or unscented)
  • Feminine hygiene (pads only)
  • New women’s underwear
  • Lip balm
  • Hair ties
  • Notepad & pen


We invite you to check out our Amazon Wishlist and order directly from there OR you can purchase items and bring them to the missions bin at either campus by January 4.

Upcoming 2026 Mission Trips and Camps

We're headed all over the world in 2026. Check out the details below.


LYNCH, KENTUCKY

MARCH 15-20, 2026


All ages can join us for the family mission trip to work alongside Meridzo Ministries in the Appalachian Mountains.


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INDIA

MARCH 2026


Adults are welcome to join us in India with our ministry partners, working within the community there.

UTAH

MARCH 23-27, 2026


Calling for Young Adults on mission! Join us in Utah to learn how to reach out to Mormons through training and hands-on ministry. There is only space for 15 people, interest meeting is January 15th! Email or text Valerie Tharp for more information at valerie@cafe1040.com or 469-323-5348.

Aguascalientes, Mexico

MAY 21-25, 2026


Join us for a mission trip to Aguascalientes, Mexico, where we will partner with Pastor Dante, Pueblo de Dios, and the Aguascalientes Mexican Baptist Association. We will engage in community outreach to connect families with the church.  We will also provide discipleship training to equip and encourage local church members and leaders.

BELIZE

JUNE 5-12, 2026


Calling all families for the family mission trip to Belize to work with our ministry partners at All 4 Jesus Belize as we lead a VBS in the local schools.

ACUÑA, MEXICO / DEL RIO, TX
JUNE 30 - JULY 5, 2026


Ages 15 (with parental guardian) and up can join us as we work with our partners at Young Living Stones along the border.

FAMILY CAMP
JULY 1-6, 2026


Come one and all to Family Camp in Arkansas at the beautiful Shepherd of the Ozarks camp! A great way to connect and fellowship with your family and friends.

CUBA
OCTOBER 2026


Join as as we minister alongside Almendares Church in Havana.

For more information about any of these trips,
please contact Sareka Lubin at sareka.lubin@rpcstaff.org.

 

Thank you for being a part of a church that prays, gives, goes, and shares!