- GROWING in God's love;
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CARING for one another;
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RESPONDING
- to the needs of the
- world
- to the needs of the
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RESPONDING
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CARING for one another;
The Mission Trip team has returned with a new understanding for
what it means to live in the heart of the city on the edge of
subsistence. They've experienced eating from a food
cupboard's shelves, toured the city with a formerly homeless
person, worshipped with artists and street people, and survived
hot days with no AC. AND they know the joy of serving
the community while making new friends. A full report in worship on September 19
Connects caring adults with youth in the juvenile justice system and supports programs which help these teens.
Pairs caring persons with senior members for visits and phone calls. The team also provides programs of interest to seniors and their caregivers. A brief training is available for anyone wanting to join this team.
Spreads the word about First Presbyterian and plans events to welcome the community to our church.
Opens the indoor labyrinth to the public monthly and provides occasional retreats and special events for labyrinth walkers.
Welcomes the community to a breakfast, craft sale, and fall celebration.
Cooks the basics of Thanksgiving Dinner and invites church friends and others to join in a potluck for this holiday.
Organizes the angel tree giving and purchases food boxes for area families at Christmas time in partnership with Red River Valley Community Action and the Teamsters Union.
Serves a feast each January to low-income neighbors as part of Zion United Methodist's monthly meal program.
Meets twice a month to plan for Sunday worship; decorates the sanctuary for special seasons.
Uses a special Montessori-based program to help children learn worship skills in a hands-on setting on Sunday mornings.
Leads our midweek program of recreation, Bible lessons, music, and dinner for elementary students and middle school youth.
Povide nursery care for infants and toddlers on Sunday mornings.
Organizes a week of fun and learning for all ages each summer.
The landscaping team works every Friday morning throughout the summer mowing, weeding, and keeping the church grounds and patio beautiful.
This is an intergenerational team and everyone is welcome.
After the snow flies, the team meets for coffee on Friday mornings. Come pull up a chair at 10:00 am. Guests are welcome year-round!
Takes care of the routine maintenance of our beautiful building.
Coordinates many of our women's groups and offers opportunities to engage in mission beyond our local community.
Mails CD recordings of the 11:00 worship each Monday morning to those who are homebound.
Perform many important tasks and answer the phone throughout the week.
