Mission Outreach

Mission Outreach

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.

Acts 1:8 NIV

 

Acts 1:8 is the guiding scripture for the mission outreach at First Presbyterian Church of Plymouth (FPCP).  We believe the Spirit calls us to be Christ’s witnesses in Plymouth (Jerusalem), in the United States (in all Judea and Samaria), and around the world (to the ends of the earth).

God’s vision reaches all across the world. While serving locally, nationally and internationally, we narrow our focus and develop deep relationships with a small number of mission partners.  We strive to reach out with hearts and hands to those in need to foster an authentic community and provide opportunities to share the love of Christ within each of our partnerships.

We invite everyone at FPCP to become involved in mission outreach. There are countless ways you can serve our Lord and build long-lasting relationships that stretch far beyond financial support.  Your God-given talents are needed and we’d love to help connect you with an opportunity to share your gifts!

Local Mission (LMC) Partners

Calvin East

We assist Calvin East Presbyterian Church on Detroit’s east side to provide free dinners to the community.

Cass Community Social Services

We provide breakfast for Cass Community guests who are staying at the First United Methodist Church Plymouth for a week.  Volunteers make a 2-hour commitment to prep, cook and serve food purchased by the Local Mission Committee. Watch Upcoming Events for the next opportunity to serve.

Crossroads

We prepare and serve 400+ meals to community members at the Sunday Soup Kitchen.  Watch Upcoming Events for the next date we’ll be serving at Crossroads.

Faith Communities Coalition on Foster Care

We host meetings that provide information from speakers and foster care agencies on ways to support foster care and encourage people to become foster parents. We provide clothing, school supplies and backpacks, sponsor Michigan foster children, and support 25 Waye State University students who have aged out of foster care.

First Step/ARK

We provide financial and hands-on support to the shelter for victims of domestic violence and their pets.  We have a team of gardeners that tend to the grounds and grow vegetables for the residents.

HOPE Clinic

FPCP has been partners with HOPE Clinic in Ypsilanti for over twenty years.  This free clinic provides medical, dental, food, prayer, and care including mental health support for its clients.  Volunteers regularly prepare and serve hot community meals and distribute produce at the farm stand.  There is also always a need for medically trained volunteers as well.

Please join one of the groups that help prepare and serve community dinners at Hope:

2nd Monday or 4th Thursday of the month – contact Corinne Kee

5th Monday of the month – contact John McKinley

Kids Hope USA Partnership with FPCP

We mentor students at Bird Elementary School and West Middle School in Plymouth who struggle in school, socially or academically, or both. Volunteer mentors spend one hour per week at school, reading, talking, playing games, helping with homework, and most important, listening to a child who could benefit from a little extra individual attention. Through regular, positive, one-on-one attention and encouragement, mentors help their student feel seen and valued, more confident, and better equipped to learn and grow.  For more information on how to become a mentor, contact Susan Johnson.

Northville Civic Concern

We collect food to refill the food bank at Northville Civic Concern which provides support to those in need in the Northville, Plymouth, and Canton communities.

Salvation Army

We provide food and household supplies, financial assistance, and gifts for families in need at Christmas. For many years, we have rung the Salvation Army bell at the red kettles at Christmas time in the community.

Second Mile Center

We provide meals, clothing, school supplies, financial support, and building maintenance assistance to this Christian center for youth and families on Detroit’s east side.

How can I find out more about FPCP’s Local Mission Partners?

For more information about any of our local mission partners or to find out how to become involved, please contact our Local Mission Elders, John McKinley and Dana Stonerook. Be sure to check the upcoming events or the monthly newsletter to find out about upcoming volunteer opportunities.

What Else Can I Do To Help?

Kroger Community Rewards Program

As a Kroger Plus Card shopper, a percentage of every dollar you spend at a Kroger store can be donated to FPCP.  To participate in this FREE program, you must be enrolled through your Kroger Plus Shopper’s Card in the Kroger Community Rewards program and designate First Presbyterian Church of Plymouth as your recipient organization.  If you are already enrolled, you should see First Presbyterian Church of Plymouth at the bottom of your receipt.

The funds we receive from this program provide our ministers with benevolent funds to provide financial assistance to church members and members of the local community in need.  Consider asking your family and friends to link their Kroger Plus Shopper’s Card with FPCP.  It’s a free program that benefits those in need every time you grocery shop!

National and International Mission (NIMC) Partners

Colina de Luz Orphanage

Colina de Luz, located just outside Tijuana, Mexico, is a Christian home for about 60 children who have been abandoned, abused, or orphaned. FPCP supports Colina through annual in-person adult mission trips, occasional youth mission trips, financial support, and fundraising.  FPCP has done major building construction such as installation of water storage tanks, building additions to the grounds, construction of a pool deck but most important of all, we have a strong ongoing relationship with the staff and children at the home that began in 2007.

Marion Medical Mission

Marion Medical Mission is a Christian, hands-on, volunteer-based organization that responds to Christ’s call to serve by installing thousands of clean water wells in rural communities in Malawi, Zambia, Mozambique, and Tanzania. FPCP supports Marion Medical Mission by sending volunteers to join installation teams in Africa, providing financial contributions, and fundraising for special projects.

FPCP meets villages who are grateful for clean water from a Marion Medical Mission shallow well.

Mtenthera CCAP Church Partnership

Mtenthera CCAP Church is a rural Presbyterian church in Kamphata, Malawi, Africa. FPCP became formal partners with Mtenthera CCAP in 2010. FPCP employs Mr. Hussein Latif as Partnership Coordinator to manage relationships, visits, and projects.

Members from both churches have traveled between Malawi and the US. These visits have created strong relationships, rooted in our common Christian beliefs. We support one another in prayer and joint devotions. The partnership has also completed many water, building, and infrastructure projects, including construction of a girl’s dormitory providing safe access to secondary education through housing and scholarships.

Veritas College Malawi

Veritas College Malawi makes Bible, leadership, agricultural, and financial training accessible to church leaders and members. Thousands of church members in Malawi have been trained by a network of local Malawian facilitators. FPCP supports Veritas College training at our partner church, Mtenthera CCAP, through annual financial contributions to the ministry and meeting the Veritas leaders in person to provide encouragement.

Mtenthera CCAP graduation from rigorous Veritas College Bible study classes.

Youth Haven

Youth Haven’s mission is to provide life-changing, Christ-centered Summer Camp and Kid’s Club experiences for disadvantaged children. FPCP supports Youth Haven through spring/fall grounds cleanup, sponsoring a camp dorm, toy drives, and helping serve Christmas dinner.

FPCP sponsors this cabin that houses campers at Youth Haven each summer.

Financial Assistance for National or International Mission Trips

First Presbyterian Church of Plymouth values the rich Christian experience of participating in a national or international mission outreach experience. Through a special endowment, financial assistance for up to 50% of the mission trip participation fees is available.  Complete a Mission Trip Assistance Form and submit it in a sealed envelope to Rev. Emily Campbell or the Mission Trip Leader.

How Can I Find Out More About FPCP’s National and International Mission Partners?

To learn more information about any of our national or international mission partners or to find out how to become involved, please contact our National/International Mission Elders, Jim Bernard and Patrick Murphy. Be sure to check the Upcoming Events or the monthly newsletter to find the next opportunity to become involved in national or international mission outreach.

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