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1315 N. 15th Street
Waco, TX 76707
(254) 753-4900

Our Mission:

1) Provide Christian-based holistic, relationship-based programs that empower the poor and marginalized

2) Mobilize middle-class Americans to become more compassionately involved among the poor

3) Seek ways to overcome the systemic issues of social injustice which oppress the poor and marginalized


History

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Trolls and Truth:
14 Realities About the Church We Don't Want to See,
Jimmy Dorrell's recent book

Read Dorrell's article in the Wittenburg Door

See Jimmy with Shane Claiborne and David Crowder from "Cry for the Poor"
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Mission Exposure Trips Leaving Soon!
25 adults/students continue community development projects in poor nation. From expanding a small church-based clinic to assisting water well drilling and helping school-sponsored children, another group of Christian sojourners head out to NE Haiti, March 5-14. A second group of 25 leaves on May 18 for more work. Mexico City Trip now open for groups leaving July 13-21 to serve orphans, homeless, addicts and “the least of these”. There is no better way to see the “real world” than this mission-exposure trip. Applications and deposits will hold your seats (see www.missionwaco.org under “Training”). Contact us at 254.753.4900 or jdorrell@missionwaco.org for more information.


See Janet's photos from her February 2010 trip to Haiti


Easter (April 4) and “Global Day of Prayer” (May 23) Go Together!
The Resurrection is followed by the sending of the disciples to “go!” As a Christian organization, Mission Waco’s motivation is the gospel which brings “good news to the poor.” The empty tomb was followed by the sending by Jesus to their own community and to the world. Easter is the beginning. The Kingdom is the conclusion. So after you celebrate this year, put May 23 on your calendar (7:00-8:00a.m., World Cup Cafe) and join Christians from all over the world who are praying that day for God’s will to be done. We would love to have you!


Style Show (April 22) Tickets on Sale at Mission Waco office
Children’s ministry at “THE ROCK” benefits from annual “stylish” affair Buy a table or just bring a friend, but join us for lunch at the Phoenix Room to see local clothiers show their stuff! Donations will help develop our after-school and summer programs, including adding needed playground equipment. Each year, participants leave with an enhanced understanding of the incredible work of one of Mission Waco’s programs and so will you. Call us at 753.4900 to get your ticket.


“Other Side of Waco Tour” Still Opening Eyes
1.5 hour tour and a World Cup meal can “fill up your life!” Got a group of 8 or more who really want to see the whole community. Come take our tour and learn about Waco’s history, what is happening now, where various ministries exist and what the needs are. It’s a great time of re-education and motivation to make a difference right in our own town!


“Jazz at Jubilee”- Neighborhood theatre comes alive on Friday nights!
“Jazz at Jubilee”- Neighborhood theatre comes alive on Friday nights! The old Texas Theatre (1321 N. 15th) was the first movie house for most of Wacoans. But after the neighborhood became more challenged twenty-years ago, it became the scene of XXX movies. When Mission Waco took over the facility in the early 90’s, it was restored into a 243 seat, multi-functional theater that allows for dance, drama, meetings, concerts and even a “climbing wall.” With the success of the World Cup Café and the growing revitalization of the neighborhood, the Jubilee Theatre has a variety of activities, include Friday night music. You are invited to come hear “jazz man“ Richard Thomas, the Turbevilles and other musicians for only $5 most Friday nights, 7:30.
Internships
"Waco messed up my life."



Work Groups
"Our students learned they can make a difference!"



Volunteer
"It is in giving that we receive."



Poverty Simulation
"One weekend changed my life!"



Exposure Trips
"I will never be the same."
Poverty Simulation Information
One Weekend Can Change Your Life!
READ the Current ENews
Call Mission Waco office this fall to schedule your Volunteer Orientation 254-753-4900, ext 230.

See who we are ... told in photos


Donate your used books and items to help the poor!
Bring them all and we’ll go through them. READ MORE!



Read Winter 09 Newsletter!
Children
"Our best chance to overcome the sins of the city is to offer the best assets of the Kingdom to the children in the city."

Youth
"When everyone seemed to give up on me, you were there for me."
Job Training
"I could never have found a job and my dignity without the M-Powerment Program."

Recovery
"Crack and booze had made me a slave; Mission Waco's Christian-based treatment set me free to be human again!"
Homeless
"I was a stranger and you invited me in."

Meyer Center
"A shower, food, clean clothes and lots of encouragement and opportunity to change."

Planning an Event? Have you considered Mission Waco?

Do you have an event coming soon and need a space? The Meyer Center sanctuary is available for weddings, funerals, and meetings. The dining hall is available for additional fees. Click here for more information!

Other events? A climbing wall? A meeting space? The theater? Look at what Mission Waco has to offer.