This means that every person carries the mark of their Creator, with dignity and worth that cannot be erased. Joyful Hands is driven by this truth. We refuse to sit back while our neighbors—God’s image bearers—struggle; we step into the mess because we believe that Jesus steps into ours. Jesus bore the weight of retributive justice on the cross so that we could know restorative justice—healing, hope, and new life.

1. A ministry of Joy Church dedicated to embodying the love, justice, and compassion of Jesus through practical acts of service and outreach.

2. Joy Church’s attempt to meet physical and spiritual needs within the community, reflecting the belief that every person is made in the image of God.

3. Making the Kingdom of God tangible on Long Island.

4. Helping all of Long Island enjoy Jesus.

[ ˈʤɔɪfəl hændz ]

proper noun

The Kingdom of God is where God’s justice, mercy, and love come together to make the world right under His Kingship. It’s a vision of a world remade to be perfect, where there is no hunger , no brokenness, and no more lostness. This Kingdom isn’t just something we look forward to after this life—it’s something we work to model here and now. Through Joyful Hands, we aim to live out this vision by following Jesus example of meeting needs, showing compassion, and creating a community where everyone can experience the care, dignity, and love of God they deserve to receive from His children.

Every meal shared, every hand held, and every word of hope spoken is a declaration that you matter, because you carry the image of God. This isn’t just service—it’s our calling, a reflection of the relentless love we’ve received. Love is active, never passive. Justice speaks up, it doesn’t remain silent. We believe that through these acts, the Kingdom becomes visible, as the marginalized find belonging and the weary find rest.