Community Page
We highlight opportunities to serve because we believe following Jesus means caring for others. These moments allow us to step into our community, meet practical needs, and make a meaningful impact together.
Downtown Ministries Pancake Breakfast or Walk/Run
Stack up some pancakes and sausage for just $10 per person - kids 5 and under eat free! Come hungry, bring the family, and support a great cause. Register today or purchase tickets at the event.
PLUS! Run for the stacks! Walk, jog, or run your way through our pancake-themed walk/run, because earning your pancakes is half the fun. All ages and paces welcome!
Downtown Ministries
Downtown Ministries Inc. (DTM) is a Christ centered organization that desires to love our neighbor and serve our city. DTM empowers individuals and families who have experienced difficult circumstances, abuse, and poverty. Everyone has God-given potential with unique gifts and talents that need to be developed.
Reta
RETA is a nonprofit organization offering no-cost pregnancy clinic services, mentorship, mental health support, and family resources. RETA is committed to restoring hope and healing, empowering individuals and families to overcome challenges and rediscover their self-worth in the light of Christ’s unconditional love.
Cultivate Food Rescue
Cultivate Food Rescue has now proviced 8 million meals for families facing food insecurity in Elkhart, Marshall, and St. Joseph Counties. Their new cold storage facility in South Bend has played a key role in accelerating this progress.
Cultivate is now on track to provide $47 million worth of nutritious meals annually. That’s nearly two meals a day for every food-insecure child and a daily meal for over half of adults and families living in poverty throughout our service area.
Child Evangelism Minstries
Child Evangelism Ministries is devoted to serving Christ and furthering His kingdom by teaching His Word to children. We are made up of a diverse group of people, ready and willing to sacrifice our time and desires for Christ. There are many ways to volunteer. If interested in volunteering please call 574-848-4800.
First Light Mission
First Light Mission is devoted to providing a place of refuge and fresh starts for the homeless in crisis by providing resources and temporary shelter in partnership with congregations and the community. Click below if you are interested in volunteering or donating.
New Mercies Ministries
New Mercies Ministries is a gospel-centered organization providing supportive connections, safe housing, and restorative services for women and families, empowering them to gain stability and ultimately live independently.