About Missions

At First Church, one of our core values is PURPOSEFUL OUTREACH AND MISSIONS that truly make a difference. We believe our efforts should connect us with those we serve, uphold their dignity, meet real needs, and transform both their lives and ours. This value guides us in selecting the organizations we partner with as we work alongside our neighbors to show God’s love to the world around us.

Current Partnerships

• School of Early Learning Preschool
  
• Children First Center
  
• DeKalb Community Impact Corporation (DCIC)
• Fortify Life
• McCurdy Ministries
• Mission Guatemala
• Red Bird Mission
• Reelfoot Rural Ministries
• Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
• Shelter Ministries
• St Martin’s Healthcare
  
• United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR)
• Vance family, our missionaries in Africa
  

Ongoing projects

• Wednesday Meal ministry - A free, hot meal for all, no questions asked
• Faith in Action - Support for our neighbors who need a helping hand (submit a project application here)
• The Master's Card Makers - Handmade cards for veterans
• Crochet Prayer Shawls & Blankets - Gifted to those experiencing difficult life circumstances
• Crochet Baptism Blankets - Gifted to babies for their baptism

Seasonal Projects

• Non-perishable collections for local food pantries
• Giving Tree - Christmas presents for kids in partnership with local organizations
• Rice Meal Packing