Associated Churches
Associated Churches operates multiple ministries and community service initiatives, providing support through food assistance, military family services, motherhood mentoring, and educational partnerships.
Services
Associated Churches operates an array of ministries to support the community. These include A Baby's Closet, Let's Grow, Rising Stars, The Landing, Journey Beside Mothers, The Mission House, Abel's Offering, Neighborhood Food Network, and Military Families. Each ministry focuses on unique needs such as emergency food assistance, support for military families, motherhood mentoring, community gardening, and providing safe spaces for teens.
Annual Events
Associated Churches hosts several annual events and food drives to engage the community and support their initiatives. Prominent events include the FD5K, Stamp Out Hunger, and the 80th Anniversary celebration. These events create opportunities for community involvement and raise awareness and resources for their various ministries.
Neighborhood Food Network
The Neighborhood Food Network is a crucial service provided by Associated Churches, offering emergency food assistance. This program supplies a five-day provision of food once a month to individuals and families in need. It plays a vital role in addressing food insecurity in the community.
Support for Military Families
Associated Churches provides comprehensive support for military families, including services such as emergency housing, utility assistance, medical assistance, help with reintegration to civilian life, job training and placement, financial counseling referrals, and general advocacy. These efforts aim to ease the challenges faced by military families and support their well-being.
Journey Beside Mothers
Journey Beside Mothers is a motherhood mentoring program where community volunteers are paired with mothers to provide support and education. The program aims to empower mothers through personalized guidance and resources, helping them navigate motherhood challenges effectively.
The Mission House
The Mission House is a facility run by Associated Churches that integrates several ministries to provide comprehensive support to community members. It focuses on spirituality, hospitality, creativity, and nutrition, offering a holistic approach to community service and development.
Abel's Offering
Abel's Offering is a community gardening initiative by Associated Churches aimed at improving food security. This program encourages local residents to grow produce and donate it to food pantries, promoting sustainable practices and ensuring fresh food availability for those in need.
Rising Stars Program
The Rising Stars program involves partnerships between Associated Churches and local schools to support student, staff, and family success. This collaborative effort focuses on enhancing educational experiences and outcomes for the school community.
The Landing
The Landing provides a safe and supportive space for teens, focusing on their freedom, healing, and wholeness. It's one of the ministries of Associated Churches dedicated to addressing the unique challenges faced by teenagers and promoting their well-being.