The OUTREACH MISSION
of First Presbyterian Church
is aware and concerned
about the needs of peoples
within the community and in the world.
We endeavor to reach out a helping hand wherever we can,
providing financial assistance, leadership and volunteer time
to people in need, and to these fine organizations that serve them:
Athens Food Pantry |
provides an emergency three day supply of food for many households in Athens County facing a variety of crises. Food Line: 800-338-4484 |
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| Appalachian Peace and Justice Network |
empowers groups and individuals to work for peace and social justice through education, training, and coalition building
among local and regional groups and institutions. |
| Good Works | is a multifaceted Christian organization that gives shelter to the homeless, provides jobs for the poor, and empowers and inspires individuals in need, through love, faith and compassion. |
builds decent, affordable homes for people in need in Athens County. |
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| My Sisters' Place | provides emergency shelter and support services to victims of interpersonal abuse and their children. |
| Planned Parenthood of SE Ohio |
provides quality, affordable reproductive health care to women and men in southeast Ohio. Offers sexuality education programs for community organizations and schools. |
promotes social justice by helping people put their religious faiths into action. UCM works to build bridges of understanding and respect among diverse groups in the Athens and Ohio University communities. |
Financial assistance has also been given to assist persons and missions
in
Montana de Luz, Nicaragua; Honduras; and Port au Prince, Haiti
This large hand-painted bamboo fan is on display in the sanctuary.
It is one of three presented to First Presbyterian Church by
Thawarntam Church, our sister church in Changrai, Thailand.
Join us this Sunday! WORSHIP 10:30 a.m. REFRESHMENTS & FELLOWSHIP 11:30 a.m.
First Presbyterian Church of Athens 2 South Court St. Athens, Ohio
Phone (740) 593 3351 Email office@athensfpc.org
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