Mission Ministry Team
Mission Statement: To be Christ's hands, feet and heart to those in the world in need, to serve others – both near and far, regardless of race, creed, nationality or gender, and to inspire our Church Body to share their gifts and their talents through chosen ministries, all as one team, moving in one direction – God's direction.
Mission is an important aspect of First Presbyterian Church of Oceanside. It is a place where “Mission” is not just a word – it is an action. With the guidance of God, it is a way in which our congregation can seek and reach out locally and globally to those in need through financial support or through the giving of our time, energies and talents. Our eyes, ears and hearts continually remain open to see, hear and feel how it is God is leading us to discover ways that we can do His work through the Missions Committee.
Mission Ministry Team Activities
- Angel Tree/Prison Fellowship Program – a ministry that reaches out to the children of inmates and their families with the love of Christ. www.angeltree.org/
- The Peacemaking Offering - every year we ask the congregation to donate to the Peacemaking Offering to help support a variety of peacemaking efforts, 25% of your donation would be retained by our church to distribute locally, 25% of your donation is used by synods and presbyteries and 50% goes to the General Assembly ministries.
- Interfaith Shelter – a collaborative network of religious, social service, and government entities arrayed to help homeless members of the San Diego family. www.interfaithshelter.org/
- Military Outreach – an organization that meets some of the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of military families in San Diego County. www.sandiegomom.org/
- The Michaelle House - a residential home where men and women disabled by HIV/AIDS can receive comprehensive care and services in order to rebuild their health and regain their highest possible level of independence, or where they can spend their last days in comfort and dignity. www.fraternityhouseinc.org/
- The Women’s Resource Center - dedicated to serving the needs of individuals and families threatened or victimized by domestic violence and sexual assault. www.womensresourcecenter-wrc.org/
- Interfaith Coastal Service Center - emergency services agency helping persons in crisis situations providing assistance for food, transportation, clothing, medical appointments, case management and much more. www.interfaithservices.org/
- Spirit of Christmas Fair - held every November in hopes of extending the love of God to our neighbors in need. Representative from approximately 20 missions/organizations gather in the Great Hall to tell the congregation about their ministry and outreach programs.
- Howard Major - AMOR Ministries - a non-profit religious organization whose mission is to provide housing for the poor while focusing on the needs of the local church”. Congregation travels to Mexico yearly to build home for a family in need. www.amor.org/
- Mission Aviation Fellowship - a team of aviation and communication specialists conquering barriers in support of more than 300 Christian and humanitarian organizations around the world. www.maf.org/
- Reality Changers – provides inner-city youth from disadvantaged backgrounds with the resources to become first generation college students. www.realitychangers.org/
- North County Solutions for Change – mission is to end family homelessness in North San Diego County. www.solutionsforchange.org/
- InterVarsity Christian Fellowship – establishes and advances at colleges and universities witnessing communities of students and faculty who follow Jesus as Savior and Lord. www.intervarsity.org/
- Get on the Bus – offers free transportation for the children and their caregivers to the prison where the child can spend lunch and the day with their incarcerated mom. www.getonthebus.us/
- Princeton Seminary – www.3.ptsem.edu/
New Committee Members Wanted!
The Missions Committee is looking for members of our congregation to join our team. We meet the first Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. Please prayerfully consider giving of your time to this rewarding ministry. If you have any questions please contact any member of the Missions Committee.
CURRENT MEMBERS:
Stephanie McNulla, Chair
Cindy Henderson
Bonnie Campbell
Phyllis Bird
Dan Henderson
For more information, contact Stephanie McNulla at 760-231-6512
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