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The congregation of First Christian Church intentionally welcomes all. We embrace diversity which includes differences in age, ethnicity, national origin, race, sex, range of abilities, gender identity, financial means, education, sexual orientation, political perspective, and a variety of life experiences. We welcome all to share in the life, leadership, ministry, fellowship, worship, responsibilities, blessings, and joys of our congregation’s life.
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HOW WE SERVE BEYOND OUR WALLS
Community Table
In 2005, First Christian Church began serving a free dinner on Monday evenings to anyone wishing to partake. Each week, we welcome community guests into our spacious fellowship hall for a prayer of thanksgiving, hot meal, and dessert. Companionship and conversation are abundant during this time of sharing.
Haven Youth Center
In 1998, The Haven Youth Center was founded as a community-based not-for-profit organization serving middle school students. It is located in our building at 39 East Jackson Street, behind Disciple House. The Haven Youth Center is to provide students in grades 5 through 8 a safe place to come after school to hang out with friends, to visit, to play games, eat, study, learn new life skills and do community service projects.
Kairos Prison Ministry
Kairos Prison Ministry mission is to share the transforming love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ to impact the hearts and lives of incarcerated men, women, and youth, as well as their families, to become loving and productive citizens of their communities. Kairos takes teams into prisons for weekend “retreats” and follow-up meetings. FCC also provides hundreds of chocolate chip cookies, financial and prayer support.
COMMUNION
And he took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me.” (Luke 22:19)
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Christian Education
We offer a variety of study opportunities for adults throughout the year. Adult Sunday School is offered at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings.
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Pancakes and sausage... Tacos... Chili... Pizza... Spaghetti... Are you hungry yet? We are!
These are just some of the meals we have served at Community Table for over 17 years.
At First Christian Church, Monday nights from 5:30-6:30 PM are Community Table nights. The mission statement for this local operation is twofold: The Community Table–seeking to be (1) a tangible response to God’s call and commandment to be a hospitable people and (2) a figurative and literal extension of the Table of the Lord’s Supper – offers a weekly, free meal, as well as fellowship and prayer, to anyone in the community who wishes to participate.
Originally, 11 teams, manned by members of First Christian Church were the preparers, servers and cleanup crews for the meals.
But over the years many teams have been formed and added to the roster from churches and organizations around Martinsville, including: First Baptist Church, First United Methodist Church, St. Martin’s Catholic Church, Hyndsdale Christian Church, Liberty Christian Church, the Noon Lion’s Club, the Rotary Club, Boy Scout Troop 219, Tri Kappa Sorority, Home Bank, 4 H Junior Leaders, 4 H Swine Club, City Changers from Mooresville and The Haven (led by First Christian’s Youth Group.)
We love Community Table because it provides both food and connection for those in our community who are hungry.
Love this ministry? Please consider supporting us using this link: www.givelify.com/donate/first-christian-church-martinsville-in-2j7wy5MjAxNjg=/donation/amount
A donation of only $5 will provide a meal for one person.
$25 will provide a meal for a family of 5.
When you donate to Community Table, YOU are feeding the hungry in our community!
THANK YOU for your consideration and support!
From Search & Call, to Youth summer camps, to leadership training, supporting the Christmas Special Offering supports the work of the church across our regions. Find all the resources you need to celebrate the Christmas special offering on December 11 & 18. Learn more: conta.cc/3dsScCW
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First Christian Church is passionate about serving our community!
We offer a variety of resources and ministries to serve people at every stage and need in life.
We host a free dinner at Community Table every week, to provide a safe and inviting place for people to receive a warm meal and connection with others.
For those struggling to make ends meet, we provide utility assistance, gas cards, groceries, and funds for temporary housing. We do this for ANYONE who comes to our door -- not just our members.
For youth, we offer a FREE after school program and summer camp at our partner organization, The Haven. We want to provide a safe place for children to go after school -- to do homework, to make friends, and to learn about God.
For those in prison, we support the Kairos ministry. During these weekend events we offer help, healing, and compassion to men and women who are imprisoned.
And so much more!
We will be doing a deeper dive into these ministries throughout the day, so stay tuned to learn more. If you believe in what we are doing and are ready to support us in our mission to serve the community, please consider donating using this link: www.givelify.com/donate/first-christian-church-martinsville-in-2j7wy5MjAxNjg=/donation/amount
Our goal is to raise $12,000 -- This amount will provide one whole year's worth of ministry opportunity.
Yes, just $1000 a month will fund all these activities you've just read about and more!
Thank you for reading, and for your support!
Welcome to GivingTuesday with FCC!
"What is that?", you ask.
It's a worldwide day of giving, inspired by the idea of "Radical Generosity" -- that the suffering of others should be as intolerable to us as our own suffering. GivingTuesday reimagines a world rebuilt upon shared humanity and generosity. (Learn more on the GivingTuesday website, www.givingtuesday.org/)
FCC aligns with these ideas, which is why we decided to jump on board with GivingTuesday. First Christian Church is passionate about serving our community, and we know that our supporters make our outreaches possible.
Stay tuned throughout the day for more info about us and our ministries... And how YOU can be a part of GivingTuesday with us!
