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This month, we’re proud to highlight someone whose commitmentand hard work have become essential to our ministry—Meet Randall Cornett.Randall serves as our Director of Production and Bargain CenterOperations, overseeing the many moving parts that keep ourwarehouse and Bargain Center running smoothly. From sorting andpricing donations to managing pick-ups and restoring items, and somuch more, Randall leads with excellence and a genuine heart forthe Mission. His abilities would, without a doubt, earn him aprominent administrative job anywhere, we’re thankful he chosethe Mission!What makes his leadership even more impactful is his personalconnection to the work. As a graduate of the New Life RecoveryProgram, Randall has spent years giving back to the place where hisjourney began. His story reminds us that recovery is aboutrestoration—and purpose.Randall’s role is vital. Over 70% of our operating budget comes fromBargain Center sales, and it takes strong leadership to keep thatgoing. Randall brings organization, vision, and heart to every part ofthe process. We’re deeply thankful for his dedication,administrative gifts, and the example he sets for both staff andresidents. Randall truly lives out his faith through service and hardwork. We are so very blessed to have him on our team!LIFE AT THE MISSIONA M O N T H L Y P U B L I C A T I O N O F T H E C H R I S T I A N M I S S I O N C E N T E R SJULY 2025 EDITIONBOARD OF DIRECTORSRAINER COTTERGEORGE BAUMBECCI BENSONBOB PHARESSHERRY TRAWICKDAVID ELLISORRICHARD WOODHAMQUINCEY SULLIVANTJEFFERY DOUGLASTOTAL AMOUNT OF FOOD PANTRYASSISTANCE PROVIDED IN 2024$75,020$75,020INDIVIDUALS RECEIVED FINANCIALASSISTANCE IN 20243,7603,760Employee SpotlightServing the Wiregrass region of Enterprise, Elba and Geneva

After more than 30 years of serving the Wiregrass community, the Elba Bargain Center will be closing its doors. With great prayer and careful consideration, wehave made the difficult decision to permanently close the Elba location on August 15th.Opened in 1993, the Elba Bargain Center has been a trusted part of the Christian Mission familyand a vital resource for the community. For decades, it has provided affordable household items,clothing, furniture, and more—making life just a little easier for thousands of local families.Beyond that, it has helped fuel our greater Mission. Around 70% of our operating budget isfunded through our Bargain Center sales, directly supporting our Christ-centered recoveryprograms, emergency assistance, and community outreach efforts.Sadly, ongoing economic challenges, increasing operational costs, and a decline in donationvolume have made it unsustainable to continue operations in Elba. This decision was not madelightly. Many prayers, discussions, and evaluations went into this outcome, and while it isheartbreaking, we remain committed to serving Elba in every way we still can.To honor the community and responsibly close out our inventory, we will be holding a 50%Closeout Sale beginning on July 1st. We invite you to come shop for great deals, share memories,and say farewell to a store that has meant so much to so many.The Elba Bargain Center is located at 342 N. Court Street, Elba, and will remain open Tuesdaythrough Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, until its closing day.While our physical presence in Elba will come to an end, our commitment to the community doesnot. We will continue offering services through our main office in Enterprise, located at 231Geneva Hwy, Enterprise, AL. For assistance, support, or more information, please call us at (334)393-2607. Our doors and hearts remain open to all who need help.We want to express our deepest appreciation to the Elba community. Your generosity,encouragement, and faithfulness over the years have helped transform lives, restore families,and offer hope where it was needed most. Whether you donated, volunteered, shopped, orprayed—you made a difference.Thank you, Elba, for your decades of partnership. Though this season is ending, our Missioncontinues, and we’ll always carry a piece of Elba with us.Elba Store ClosureElba Store ClosurePA GE 2 LIFE AT THE MISSIONWWW.CHRISTMISSIONS.ORG231 GENEVA HWY, ENTERPRISE, AL, 363308AM-5PM | (334) 393-2607

Our first Run With Purpose 5K was a success, and wewant to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone whoparticipated, volunteered, or supported the event in any way!We were honored to have 68 runners and walkers joinus at Bates Memorial Stadium to raise awareness foraddiction recovery and to celebrate the power oftransformation through faith. The atmosphere wasfilled with encouragement, determination, andcommunity spirit from start to finish.This event was more than just a race—it was astatement of hope. All proceeds from the 5K directlysupport the New Life Recovery Program, a Christ-centered residential program helping individualsovercome addiction and rebuild their lives.To all the participants: thank you for your patience and grace. As with any first-time event, we learned alot and are committed to using that knowledge to make next year’s 5K even better. Your feedback andsupport are helping us grow this into something trulyspecial.We are so grateful for the love and support of ourcommunity. Together, we are making a difference—onestep at a time. See you next year for an even bigger and better Run With Purpose!A Day to RememberA Day to Remember

CONTACT US:334.393.2607MMURRAY@CHRISTMISSIONS.ORG231 GENEVA HWYENTERPRISE, AL 36330STAY CONNECTEDThrough our social media platforms and websitesMain Page@christianmissioncentersCommunity Church@cmccommunitychurchMain Page@christianmissioncentersBargain Centers@cmcbargainNew Life Recovery@newliferecoveryenterpriseNew Life Websitewww.newlifeenterprise.orgMain Websitewww.christmissions.org#ShopwithapurposeShop @ our Bargain Center Locations: Enterprise Main Store & Annex317 N. Main StEnterprise, AlabamaHours: Mon-Sat; 9am to 6pmGeneva Location: 801 E. Town Ave. Geneva, AlabamaHours: Mon-Sat; 8am to 5pmElba Location: 342 Court StElba, AlabamaHours: Mon-Sat; 8am to 5pm