First Presbyterian Church has a strong commitment to share God’s love with the community around us.   We do this in a number of ways:

Friendship Table

For over 12 years, First Presbyterian Church has provided a good, hot meal for anyone in the community who needs one.  This ministry, which is run by volunteers of the church, feeds over 75 people every week.  The meal takes place in our Fellowship Hall at 6:00 on Tuesdays.   Working with Friendship Table is a rewarding way to have fellowship with other church members while serving those in need.  Our volunteers cook, serve the meal, clean up, and provide transportation.  If you would like to be part of this worthwhile ministry, please call Rev. Julie Jensen in the church office.  770-382-3511.

Through our Community Ministries Committee, we provide financial resources for a number of community ministries.  The committee also provides support for these ministries through special projects, such as food or clothing drives.   If you would like to live out your faith through ministry in the community, please prayerfully consider one of the options below. 

Good Neighbor House

The Good Neighbor House is a Christian ministry to the homeless in our community.  It provides a place to stay and a new start for individuals and families.  Volunteer opportunities include providing meals, driving guests to doctor’s appointments, making birthday party kits for children or adults celebrating birthdays while they are at the shelter, financial support, prayer. 
Contact:  Marina Robertson, Director, 770-607-0610.

Advocates for Bartow’s Children

Advocates for Bartow’s Children provides many services to kids in need in our community, including operating the Flowering Branch Children’s Shelter.  The mission of Flowering Branch Shelter is to provide a safe haven, counseling, and family treatment for abused, homeless, or runaway children and youth.  Volunteers are needed to work with Jacob’s Ladder, a mentoring program at the shelter.  You may also donate supplies or funding.  Contact:  Patty Eager or Terry Ramey, 770-387-1143.

Tranquility House

Tranquility House is a safe refuge for abused women and their children.  They need donations of clothing, personal products, and other supplies.  Contact:  770-386-8779.

Habitat for Humanity

First Presbyterian Church has funded and built three houses for Habitat for Humanity in Bartow County.  Habitat always needs volunteers to help with construction and other aspects of their work in providing homes for deserving families.  Contact:  Robin Hooker, 770-382-6293