Future Missions
April 19, 2025 - Update
2025 Future Mission Details
I am pleased to inform you of the 2025 Summer project.
The project is in Heflin AL and the first work day is Saturday June the 7th. I will communicate more once we work out the logistics.
Work site:
Verdon Chapel Baptist
12581 Hwy 46
Heflin, AL 36264
The building is two story and 50x100. The bottom level is a basement which is already poured. The main level is a sanctuary. We will be installing floor joists(truss type). Framing the building. Installing a metal roof and vinyl siding.
The church has both outgrown their existing building and the old build is beyond repair.
The project is in Heflin AL and the first work day is Saturday June the 7th. I will communicate more once we work out the logistics.
The cost for this year’s trip will continue to be $50. As a reminder please wear appropriate job site attire. Closed toed shoes, sleeved shirts, and modest length shorts.
Lodging, Eating, Showers, Devotion (not 100% yet but pretty sure):
Ranburne First Baptist Church
2700 Frank Ledbetter Memorial Dr,
Ranburne, AL 36273
Campground nearby:
Tallapoosa River RV and Outdoor Center
9673 AL-46, Heflin, AL 36264
Hotels:
Locals suggest Oxford or Anniston.
I am going to ask for two prayer requests.
1.) Pray as we work out the logistics and everyone’s traveling graces.
2.) We have been talking another church for quite some time. Unfortunately we can only do 1 project and it feels like God has lead us to Heflin by opening so many doors. Please pray for our brothers iand sisters in Florida. They are a great congregation with a wonderful pastor. Pray that God opens doors for them. If you know of any groups looking for a project please let me know.
I look forward to seeing everyone. Let me know if you have any questions.
In Christ,
Mark
~News:
The Cherokee Baptist Association CARPENTERS FOR CHRIST has undergone some changes and reorganization. Because of the aging leaders health issues and age it has been decided that new younger leaders should be appointed to leadership positions to continue our ministry of construction that was begun some 40 years ago. The following have been appointed as official leaders by John Coggin the present retiring leader.
Official Leader -- Mark Whitt - 281-757-1283 - [email protected].
On site Construction Foreman -- Duane Flatter - dflatter@independentplastic .com
Secretary/Treasurer -- Todd Simpson - [email protected]
Website Communications -- Duane & Jane Flatter, Courtney Roberts.
Organization Steering Committee -- Mark Whitt, Duane Flatter, Todd Simpson, Debbie Crabtree, Debbie Early Advisors -- John Coggin, Claude Robertson.
The organization continues to operate under the Cherokee Baptist Association of churches in Cherokee County Alabama. [email protected]
The outgoing leaders wish to thank all who have served with the Carpenters for Christ for their faithful service to the Lord over the years. We will continue to serve the Lord with the Carpenters for Christ as we are able. ~John D. Coggin
Remember to pray for our leaders.