Let's SHINE

Sunday, September 20, 2026

Join the body of Christ as we SHINE the light of Jesus beyond our walls and into our communities, following the inspiration of Matthew 5:14-16. Our mission is to meet the needs of the God-curious, meaning-hungry, spirit-thirsty, and friendship-deprived world through practical service projects that demonstrate love for our neighbors. We’ll gather for a rallying church service at 10 am, and then disperse into the community for service projects. Join us to celebrate and eat dinner together after. Food will be available from 5-6 pm at The Cashmere Community Church, 213 S. Division St., Cashmere, WA.

Let’s illuminate lives with Jesus’ love and create a transformative and united impact.

Take a look at the projects, register for the one that best utilizes your gifts, 
and let's SHINE in our community!

Students holding Shine encouragement package boxes

Shine Students Encouragement Packages

Students in grades 5-12 are invited to join us during regular Youth Group on Sunday night from 6:00-8:00 PM for a special SHINE project! We'll be putting together blessing bags for staff members at Cashmere Middle & High School-a way to remind the people who serve our schools that they are appreciated and valued. All supplies will be provided! Just bring yourself, a willing heart, and a desire to encourage. Let's SHINE by spreading a little kindness and encouragement throughout our schools!

5800 Kimber Rd, Cashmere, WA
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Students grade 5 to 12
Volunteers hauling trash bags during property cleanup

Property Cleanup at the Y for Mission/Sand Creek

Property clean-up at the end of Mission Creek Rd, including large items, metal, junk/garbage, personal items, and more. Afterward, we'll head to dinner together at Cashmere Community Church.

855 Mission Creek Rd, Cashmere, WA 98815
11:30 am - 5 pm (Bring a sack lunch)
Ages 16+
Volunteers sorting blessing bags with handmade blankets

Teacher Blessing Bags

Christ Center Kids will create blessing bags for the teachers and staff at Vale Elementary as they prepare for a new school year. Each bag will include small treats, school supplies, handwritten encouragement notes, and a Bible verse or prayer. Through this project, children will learn how simple acts of kindness can share God's love and encourage those who serve our community every day. It will be done during normal Sunday kids ministry time.

Christ Center Cashmere, 5800 Kimber Rd
10:00 am, during Sunday kids ministry
All ages welcome
Man and boy picking up trash bags in Hay Canyon

Hay Canyon Cleanup

Picking up and hauling trash out of Hay Canyon.

Hay Canyon
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
All ages welcome (16 & under with a parent)
Volunteers weeding the Vale School flower beds

Vale Elementary Garden Cleanup

Clean up the raised beds and collect seeds and starts for next spring. We may also be removing soil from boxes so they can be repaired.

210 S. Division, Cashmere, WA
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
All ages welcome (16 & under with a parent)
Volunteer organizing shelves at the Cashmere Food Bank

Cashmere Food Bank

Deep clean, including floors, shelves, and bins. Stock shelves as needed.

316 River Street, Cashmere, WA
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Ages 16+
Volunteers assembling gift bags for those in need on a sidewalk

Filling Fall Gift Bags

Filling Fall gift bags for those in need of encouragement in our community.

Christ Center, 5800 Kimber Rd, Cashmere, WA
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
All ages welcome (16 & under with a parent)
Group Full
Worshippers with raised hands at a church service

Kiddo friendly Project: Cookie Decorating

Cookie decorating with the residents of Cashmere Assisted Living. Bring the littles - this project was made for them.

Cashmere Assisted Living (formerly Epledalen), 809 Pioneer Ave, Cashmere, WA - meet in the lobby
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
All ages welcome (16 & under with a parent)
Volunteers doing yard cleanup and landscaping

Yard Cleanup Project

Helping a member of our church with some landscaping and yard cleanup around her home. We'll be tackling general cleanup, trimming, and a few other outdoor projects. Many hands will make for light work!

116 Mission Creek Rd, Cashmere, WA
Noon - 3:00 pm
All ages welcome (16 & under with a parent)