Internationals & Refugees

The International Ministry of Ashland was started in 2022 as an ecumenical effort between First Baptist Church Ashland and Ashland Christian Church (Disciples of Christ).  We strive to share God’s love with our newest neighbors, refugees and immigrants.  We offer 3 levels of English classes and we have a mentorship program.  We also serve as a drop off site for donations for the Disciples Depot clothing closet held monthly at Ashland Christian Church.  We are always looking for more volunteers to help us in our efforts of showing hospitality to those who have recently come to America.

Are you interested in volunteering with our Internationals Ministry?
Please fill out the form below.

VOLUNTEER INTAKE FORM

English Classes

We work with Hanover County Adult Education to provide 3 levels of English classes including a pre-Beginner class for those who don’t speak any English and a Beginner 1 and Beginner 2 level classes.

Our classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am-12pm (the pre-Beginner class is Thursdays only).  We offer childcare and transportation.  We are always looking for more driving volunteers, childcare volunteers, as well as volunteers in the pre-Beginner classroom to assist students.
 
Our Fall semester runs September to November.  Our Spring Semester runs February to May.

Please email FBCA.Esl@gmail.com to get involved.

Disciples Depot Clothing Closet

Our clothing closet is held on the first Saturday of the month at Ashland Christian Church (Disciples of Christ): 301 S James Street Ashland, VA.   We usually set up the Thursday evening before and the Friday morning before the clothing closet.  

We accept donations from Monday to Thursday 9am-2pm.  Please enter through the door with the awning and drop your donations in the closet on the left.
 
Donations accepted include: gently used toys, clean blankets and sheets, coats, shoes, cleaned and gently used kitchen items, as well as all sizes of clothes.

Please email AccDisciplesDepot@gmail.com to get involved.

Other Opportunities

We also have a mentorship program, assist families with medical appointments, assist with college and career readiness.  If you want more information or want to get involved, please email Lily Cameron at LilyCameronRVA@gmail.com