"Just
Cause" is the first annual gathering of anti-human trafficking events from
September 10-17, 2011 throughout the Houston area. “Just Cause” is a cooperative initiative of churches,
faith-based ministries, and local businesses and organizations that are
committed to addressing God's passion for justice for the oppressed in our own
community and beyond.
Our theme, “Just Cause,” is based on the
biblical principles of justice for the oppressed found throughout the pages of
Scripture. We encourage groups to form events that support this theme and
that can help their respective churches and neighborhoods to learn more about
human trafficking. For example, Kingsland Baptist is hosting its second
annual 5k run called "Just Run." Free the Captives and Mission
Centers of Houston is hosting a "Just Rap" event. Redeemed
Ministries is hosting a prayer walk called "Just Pray." As you
can see, there are numerous ways to raise awareness about human trafficking.
The "Just Cause" committee is
comprised of Omar Garcia, Missions Pastor at Kingsland Baptist, Dennis and
Bobbie Mark, Directors of Redeemed Ministries, and Julie Waters, Executive
Director of Free the Captives.
Events:
Just Rap by Free the Captives,
Mission Centers of Houston, and Harvest Community Church
Sept. 17, 2011, Noon, Gano Missions Center, 1815 Gano Street, Houston,
TX 77009
Website: www.freethecaptiveshouston.com Cost: Free
Contact info: Julie Waters, Julie@freethecaptiveshouston.com
Just Rap features an exciting concert by "Crucified," a
Christian Hispanic rap group, a BBQ lunch, and a message about human
trafficking. This community
awareness event is an outreach for the Latino community and is for the entire
family. Join us for great music
and food and learn more about trafficking in Houston.
Just Run for a Just Cause by Kingsland Baptist Church
Sept. 17, 2011, 8:00am, 20555 Kingsland Blvd. Katy, Texas 77450
Website: www.kingslandjustice.com/just-run Cost: $25
Contact info: Kelly Isenberger, 281-639-6255, kbcjustrun@hotmail.com
The Just Run for a Just Cause is a 10K, 5K and a 1 mile family walk
presented to the community. The people of Kingsland Baptist Church are
committed to and engaged in fighting for the rights of the oppressed — from our
own community to the red light districts of South Asia. We would love for you
and your family to join us as we run and walk on behalf of those who cannot.
Redeemed Ministries Benefit
Dinner: Just Eat!
25333 Gosling Road, Spring,
TX 77389
Cost: $25.00 per person or $175
per table
Contact
Benefit@redeemedministries.com Bobbie
Mark 281-705-2849,
bobbie@redeemedministries.com
September 16, 2011 at 6:30
p.m. An
evening to raise awareness about the commercial sex industry in Houston, offer opportunities to volunteer in
specific areas of ministry, give updates on women in the Redeemed Ministries
aftercare program and raise funds for aftercare expenses. Dinner and entertainment will be
provided.
Just Golf ... Tee Off
Against Trafficking
Riverbend Country Club
Cost: $500 per Foursome
http://www.graniteharboradvisors.com/files/18085/Tournament%20Sponsorship%20Levels%20with%20Entry%20Link%7E005%2Epdf
Kara Diehl 713-560-6233 Kara@GraniteHarborAdvisors.com
9am Registration 10:30 am
Shotgun Start
Granite Harbor Advisors is holding
a Golf Benefit for Home of Hope Texas.
All proceeds will go to Home of Hope. Jeff Maggert, a well-known golf-pro will also be
participating. Event to be held at
Riverbend Country Club, 1214 Dulles Avenue, Sugarland, TX 77478. Also you may bid for a Round with a
Pro! ALL Proceeds Go to Home of
Hope Texas.
Just Pray
Northwoods Presb. Church
-3320 FM 1960 Rd W, Houston, TX
77068-3604
Cost: $10 www.redeemedministries.com,
832-392-9374
Stephanie Luna: slunagirl@yahoo.com
September 17, 2011
The Redeemed Ministries
Prayer Walk will be a prayer focused event, raising awareness about human
trafficking in the Houston area. We will bring together talented Christian
musicians for praise and worship to round out the day. Join us for a family
friendly day filled with fun, food, music, prayer and much more from noon to 3pm.
Questions can be emailed to redeemedministries_prayerwalk@yahoo.com
Just Shop
Metropolitan Baptist Church
TRUTH Building 12903 Jones Road Houston, TX 77070 Free Event, 11:00am to 4:00pm www.TheMETonline.org/JustShop
missions@TheMETonline.org |
281-890-1900
Kara Diehl: 713-560-6233, karadiehl@comcast.net; Kim Harper: 281-830-0609
September 17, 2011
What does shopping have to do with human trafficking? Come find
out! Visit our shopping bazaar with booths for: fair trade vendors, survivor
made products, apparel, jewelry, cosmetics, coffee/tea, chocolate, books,
crafts, baby items, and more. Hear various speakers, including a local
trafficking survivor, and learn how to get involved! Concessions will be served.
Proceeds will support various human trafficking and other ministries.
