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Adventist Community Services (ACS)

A local ministry of practical care, trusted relationships, and Christ-centred hope for our neighbours.

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Pastor Tshefu, director of Adventist Community Services, Adventist Men and ADRA

A framework for compassionate service

Departmental Framework & Operational Outline

Adventist Community Services brings church members together to respond to practical needs, strengthen local relationships, and share Christ’s care through service.

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Name and identity

Adventist Community Services (ACS) is the church’s community care and humanitarian ministry. Local congregations put its purpose into action by listening to neighbours and responding with practical, Christ-centred support.

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Mission statement

“To serve communities in Christ’s name.”
  • Show Christ’s love through helpful, practical action.
  • Support people across physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.
  • Strengthen dignity, resilience, and hope.
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Vision statement

Every local church can become a trusted source of help in its community—building relationships, meeting real needs, and helping people find a path toward renewed hope.

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Philosophy of ministry

ACS takes a whole-person approach to care. It recognises that people’s needs are connected and that service, compassion, and spiritual care can work together.

  • Listen to each person’s circumstances with respect.
  • Pair practical assistance with genuine relationships.
  • Follow Jesus’ example of meeting people with compassion and earning trust.
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Core values

SharingPut generosity into action.
ConnectionBuild relationships across the community.
ServiceCare for people as whole persons.
DiscipleshipPrepare members to serve with purpose.
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Purpose and objectives

ACS works toward meaningful community change through three connected priorities:

Community wellbeing

Respond to hardship, provide relief and development support, and encourage people’s independence and dignity.

Church involvement

Equip members to take part in local service and help congregations become active, welcoming community partners.

Relationships and faith

Build trust through care and create respectful opportunities for people to explore spiritual hope.

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Key functions of ACS

Mobilise peopleInvite volunteers, provide training, and help members serve confidently.
Understand needsListen to residents and identify the concerns that matter most locally.
Develop programmesCreate useful outreach and put sustainable projects into practice.
Build partnershipsWork alongside community groups, public services, and non-profit organisations.
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Strategic approach

Our service pathway begins by listening and develops through partnership, care, and empowerment.

  1. Listen and identify local needs
  2. Build respectful relationships
  3. Offer compassionate support
  4. Equip people and strengthen agency
  5. Encourage lasting wellbeing
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Operational principles

Every programme should uphold these commitments:

Fair access Human dignity Christ-like care Local leadership Long-term resilience
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Expected outcomes

Through this ministry, congregations can:

Be presentBecome known as a helpful part of community life.
Serve togetherGrow member participation in mission.
Build strengthSupport lasting community wellbeing.
Share hopeLet practical care open doors to faith.
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Motto

“Serving Communities in Christ’s Name.”

We put this commitment into practice through consistent care, partnership, and service to our neighbours.