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Refugee Needs Survey

Refugee Needs Survey

Wondering what to do with that extra couch you inherited? Uncertain of how to politely and quietly get rid of all the house decor your mother bought you that's 'just not your style?' Inspired by the Minimalist to purge your unnecessary furniture, decor, or other house...

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Refugee Services of Texas Lunch [Dec 11]

Refugee Services of Texas Lunch [Dec 11]

This Spring 2017, Vox Veniae will be participating as a Welcome Team with Refugee Services of Texas (RSTX). On Dec. 11th, stay for lunch after liturgy to listen to Megan (our RSTX contact) give an overview of what participating on the Welcome Team will look like....

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Salam Neighbor [Nov 16]

Salam Neighbor [Nov 16]

As Vox moves as a partner with Refugee Services of Texas (RSTX) and a welcoming host for refugees, we desire to learn more how we can be a good host. And one way, is to develop an understanding (as much as one can) and empathy for our guests. Join us as we watch...

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Inside Books Project Volunteer Dates

Inside Books Project Volunteer Dates

This year we came along side Inside Books Project as our local missions partner. If you haven’t heard of IBP, you’ve probably experienced part of their work in our space on Sundays. The books that line the walls of Space12 are part of their outreach to inmates in...

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Boggy Creek Cleanup [Apr 9]

Come out to help keep our neighborhood beautiful. The Boggy Creek runs right under 12th st, near Space 12. Volunteers will be picking up trash and debris from 9-11am. We will meet at Mabson field. This is part of a city-wide cleanup, and there will be lunch and a...

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IBP Work Party & Book Sale [Sept 25 & 26]

IBP Work Party & Book Sale [Sept 25 & 26]

This year we welcome Inside Books Project as our new local missions partner. Throughout the year we'll have opportunities for our community to volunteer and support the work IBP does. Our first opportunity is on Friday, September 25 from 6pm to 12am, and Saturday,...

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April Clothing Drive

April Clothing Drive

Austin State Hospital is in need of men’s clothing. The smaller and bigger sizes are of most need. Shorts and summertime clothing will start to become a need as it warms up over the next month. Shoes, belts, suspenders and other accessories would also be greatly...

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Boggy Creek Cleanup [Apr 11]

Boggy Creek Cleanup [Apr 11]

Come out to help keep our neighborhood beautiful. The Boggy Creek runs right under 12th st, near Space 12. Volunteers will be picking up trash and debris from 9-11am. We will meet at Mabson field. This is part of a city-wide cleanup, and there will be lunch and a...

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Opportunity to serve with Open Table

Opportunity to serve with Open Table

I want to let the Vox community know about a way Josh and I have been serving in the past year that I think might align with the interests and passions of other Vox members. There is a mentorship program here in Austin called Open Table (not to be confused with Vox's...

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