Union Bethel AME Church: We Are Family: Rev. Linda E. Mouzon, Executive Director, We Are Family Community Development Corporation

Rev. Linda E. Mouzon, Executive Director, We Are Family Community Development Corporation

Rev. Linda E. Mouzon, Associate Pastor, Union Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church, Randallstown, Maryland

This has really been an exciting year for the We Are Family (WAF) Community Development Corporation (CDC). We’ve worked to fulfill our mission to empower individuals throughout the community and to reclaim and restore dignity to the people and their communities. As you read this report, you will see that we have made great strives though an organization of strong staff and committed hearts to achieve our goals. There are many persons to thank for helping to make the organization’s inaugural year an overwhelming success.

We must first thank our church, Union Bethel AME Church of Randallstown, whose congregational members, 70 years ago, envisioned the same services that we now are blessed to provide, as well as our visionary pastor, Reverend Charles T. Sembly. Then we must thank our families, friends, staff and supporters for their help. We owe our success to God and to each of you. We look forward to continuing our work and seeing the fruit of our labor in the programs that we provide to the community.

We hope to continue the success of the WAF CDC as we prosper through the grace and mercy of the Lord.

Eye has not seen, ear has not heard, nor has it entered into the mind of people what God has prepared for those who love Him - 1 Corinthians 2:9

In His Service, Rev. Linda E. Mouzon

But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. II Corinthians 9:6

We Are Family CDC Programs and Services

The Union Bethel AME Church family, in partnership with We Are Family Community Development Corporation, is supporting the construction of the Family Life Intergenerational Center to better serve our Randallstown community. We are “BUILDING OUR FUTURE – CONNECTING OUR LIVES.”

Rev. Charles T. Sembly, Board Chair, We Are Family CDC

Linda E. Mouzon, Executive Director, We Are Family CDC

Mission of We Are Family CDC

First Time Homebuyer's Program and 2008 Schedule of Classes

Homeless Prevention Program

Union Bethel Outreach

Community Meeting Center

Child Learning Center

Christian Academy

Project RICHES

Summer Camp Program

FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION:

410-922-9623

We Are Family CDC

8611 Church Lane

Randallstown, MD 21133

Christian Academy

CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

For information and registration please callChristian Academy Administrative Offices410-922-9624

The Christian Academy, located at Union Bethel A.M.E. Church in Randallstown, Maryland,is designed to provide a powerful and unified K – 5th grade educational program. Students receive a quality education, which prepares them to enroll in institutions of higher learning. Students receive instruction in Biblical teachings, computer skills, physical education, sign language, science, mathematics, reading, language arts, and Spanish. Mrs. Almenta Bell, Director of Educational Services, has over 35 years of experience in education where she was employed as a principal and administrator. Under her guidance your child will receive a solid academic foundation. Before and after school services are available from 7:00 a.m. until 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The Academy is approved by the Maryland State Department of Education.

Child Learning Center

CHILD LEARNING CENTER

For information and registration, please call:Child Learning Center Administrative Offices410-922-9012

The Child Learning Center, a Christian Pre-School located at Union Bethel A.M.E. Church in Randallstown, Maryland, focusing on Christian principles, opened its doors on April 5, 2004.The center offers a wonderful pre-school curriculum to develop the young mind. The children range in age from 2 through 5 years. We provide breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Our hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. We focus on Christian Education, Academics, Social and Emotional Development, and Cognition.

In addition to that curriculum, we have incorporated Spanish, Sign-Language, Computers, African American Studies for Youth, and Physical Education. We are happy to say that we have fifty (50) children enrolled, with a waiting list. Our center is open year round. All subjects are taught in a creative manner, by caring teachers, to excite the young mind!

Mrs. Ethel Wilkes, Director: "I cannot think of any profession that I would rather be in. Every day, I am blessed to come to a job that I simply love. The formative years of a child’s life are crucial. Parents entrust us with the greatest gift God has given them, their children. Here at Union Bethel Child Learning Center, we instill good values and skills that will last a lifetime. Our motto is: "We plant, We water, We Expect an Increase", Matthew 13:8. To God Be the Glory!"

Project RICHES

PROJECT RICHES

For information and registration please callProject RICHES Administrative Offices410-922-9624

Project RICHES (Remarkable Improvement In Children's Education Success) is a 21st Century Community Learning Center that partners with local schools to provide after school reading, cultural activities, and homework assistance to students in Grades 3-10. Operating three days per week, the program assists over 200 students attending Winand, Church Lane, and Scotts Level Elementary, Old Court Middle and Milford Mill Academy Schools. The program is funded by the Maryland State Department of Education.

Summer Camp Program

SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM

For information and registration please call:Summer Camp Administrative Offices410-922-9624

The Summer Camp Program, a Christian-based day camp program, is located at Union Bethel A.M.E. Church in Randallstown, Maryland, focusing on Christian principles in a fun, enriching and safe environment for children 5-13 years old. The program offers a comprehensive full day of activities, including arts, music, literature, reading, physical education, computers, dramatics, swimming, day trips, snacks and so much more. The Summer Camp Program runs from June to August. Administrative staff are professional State of Maryland certified teachers, who have oversight for all lesson planning, training and development for all counselors and associate staff.