What is the vision of Lake Christian Ministries?
Lake Christian Ministries’ vision is a poverty-free Smith Mountain Lake community where each individual is valued, is connected, and lives in hope.
Who is Lake Christian Ministries?
Lake Christian Ministries (LCM) is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization which has been serving families in Bedford, Franklin and Pittsylvania counties since 1992. Our programs and services are provided by a core of 200 volunteers and supported by businesses, organizations, churches and other concerned individuals in the community. LCM has no paid staff.
When did Lake Christian Ministries begin?
LCM first opened its doors in September 1992 as a satellite facility under Bedford Christian Ministries. Supported by four local churches – Bethlehem United Methodist, Morgan’s Baptist, Resurrection Catholic and Trinity Ecumenical Parish – and other concerned individuals and community organizations, LCM operated out of the old Rucker House donated by Moneta Medical Center and located across from Moneta Elementary where the Firehouse now stands.
While the rent-free facility allowed LCM to offer food, clothing and other household goods, and financial aid, the deteriorating condition of the old house became too serious to ignore. In the fall of 1996, LCM was forced to find a new location. For the next two years, LCM operated from a small space in the basement of Resurrection Church, providing only food and financial aid to clients.
While the rent-free facility allowed LCM to offer food, clothing and other household goods, and financial aid, the deteriorating condition of the old house became too serious to ignore. In the fall of 1996, LCM was forced to find a new location. For the next two years, LCM operated from a small space in the basement of Resurrection Church, providing only food and financial aid to clients.
How did Lake Christian Ministries afford their present facilities?
In late 1998, as Dave and Cindy Cappellari, owners of CAPPS Home Building Center, neared completion of their new store in Franklin County on Route 122, they announced their plans to donate one acre of land and the 4,000 sq. ft. facility once known as Moneta Building Supply to LCM. With the enthusiastic support of numerous volunteers, the building was remodeled to accommodate an expansion of the full range of services formerly offered. LCM celebrated its grand “re-opening” in early 1999 and is where LCM is today.
Who directs the "vision" of lake Christian Ministries?
The governing body of LCM is the Board of Directors, elected by the Members of the Corporation at the Annual Meeting in December each year. Members of the Corporation are those organizations and entities that have expressed commitment to the objectives of LCM.
2018 Board of Directors
Chairman: Dave English
Exec Director: Jane Winters
Vice Chairman : Mike Bond
Treasurer: Paul Marx
Secretary: Larry Broomall
Randy Agee
Jon Atchue
Jim Bennett
Sally Cappellari
Jim Caskie
Lindsey Coley
Bill Copening
Cindy Dudley
Kevin Edwards Sr
Kate Ellis
Tom Gordon
Jim Laseter
Ann Saad
Rich Sours
Anna Turner
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
Chairman: Dave English
Exec Director: Jane Winters
Vice Chairman : Mike Bond
Treasurer: Paul Marx
Secretary: Larry Broomall
Randy Agee
Jon Atchue
Jim Bennett
Sally Cappellari
Jim Caskie
Lindsey Coley
Bill Copening
Cindy Dudley
Kevin Edwards Sr
Kate Ellis
Tom Gordon
Jim Laseter
Ann Saad
Rich Sours
Anna Turner
This institution is an equal opportunity provider
