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God said to go and do ... and we listen ....

Missions form the basis of what we do as Christians, and the same applies to our church family. We are very blessed to be called by God to be active in so many things. Listed below are just some of our mission activities. We generally offer a mission opportunity each month, so please call us to find out how to join us.

Local Missions

Taking part of our local community is important to us here at First Presbyterian Church Of Garner. We have experienced the grace of God as we have been able to assist others who are in need.

Garner Area Ministries (GAM) -- Garner Area Ministries is a thrift shop that also provides financial assistance, a clothes closet and food pantry to those in need. The thrift shop is open to the public. This ministry is supported by local area churches as well as individual donors. Garner Area Ministries accepts donations of food, clothes, and money on a regular basis. They are open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9AM - 12 PM. For more information, please call them at 772-9100.

Fellowship Actions Improving the Habitat (FAITH) -- The FAITH program is aimed at bringing together religious communities with The North Carolina Wildlife Federation (NCWF). This is one of our newest missions but we have plenty of projects in mind that will encourage stewardship of our local wildlife. Currently, we are planning a butterfly garden.

Habitat for Humanity -- We typically serve one Saturday per month (more in the summers) at one of the local sites. Habitat is always in need of volunteers and supplies for the work sites as well as for the Re-Use Center. For more information, please check out their website.

Operation Restoration -- The people of Garner decided that we wanted to address the needs of own community, so several faiths have joined together to start Operation Restoration here at home. We will be reparing or improving homes, providing food and snacks, holding a backyard Bible school, and having some fun activities. Chik-Fil-A sponsored an Operation Restoration night and will be donating 20% of the procedes from this event to the project.

North Carolina State University Presbyterian Campus Ministry -- Located just a few miles away from the NCSU campus, we are very pleased to provide some financial support to this wonderful program.

Raleigh Rescue Mission -- This is a local organization which provides housing, meals, and educational opportunities for our homeless brothers and sisters. Please check out their website for more information.

National Missions

Appalachia Service Project -- ASP has been a part of our family for a few years now. Through this program we have been able to serve the Appalachia communities of West Virginia, Tennessee, and Kentucky. This is a wonderful way for folks to make a meaningful impact in a short period of time.

Disaster Assistance -- Our congregation responds to natural disasters by taking up a collection, serving in the damaged communities, and by sending Disaster Response Kits.

International Missions

Mosquito Netting Project -- Our ladies circles have worked hard to help defeat malaria and other diseases in Africa by purchasing bed nets. The netting (treated with insecticides) is used to protect people from mosquito bites as they sleep.

The Rotary Club's Million Meals Project -- In conjuction with Stop Hunger Now, our youth helped package a million meals to be sent to Bolivia. To learn more about the project visit the Stop Hunger Now web site.