Mission Outreach @ First Pres
Get involved in missions without having to leave the Bay Area! In addition to our four strategic partnerships, we sponsor and host outreach opportunities right here on the First Pres campus. We invite you to check out the list below for local events at or sponsored by First Pres; you can also check out opportunities in our surrounding communities by clicking here. For more information, please contact the Mission Outreach Evangelism staff.
Do Justice
Every other year, we join together as a church community to worship God through acts of service. Since 2007, First Pres members and friends have worked together on projects such as assembling AIDS caregiver kits (click here to see a video of the kits being made), beautifying local schools, building at a Habitat for Humanity worksite, and assisting homebound members of First Pres. To see Do Justice in action, check out this video from April 2, 2011.
Gift World
Gift World is an alternative gift marketplace that seeks to support the needs of people both locally and globally. With each gift purchased, you receive a card and a gift description to give to your family and friends.
Interested in volunteering for next year's Gift World? Contact Hilary Dotters at (510) 848-6252 ext. 266 or hilaryd@fpcberkeley.org.
India Initiative
Over the past 18 years, First Pres has been involved in ministry with the Dalit (untouchable) people of Uttar Pradesh State, India. Through our mission partners, you can sponsor a Dalit child's education for only $1.50 a day. Click here to learn more; for more information, please contact Bob Nelson at (510) 325-3550 or bnelson@pacunion.com, or Laura Sera at laurasera@sbcglobal.net.
Mission Partner Task Force
Connect with and support the 55 Mission Partners of First Pres that serve in ministries of evangelism, compassion, and justice locally and around the world. The Task Force prepares a monthly prayer email filled with updates, praises, and prayer requests from Mission Partners. To receive the Mission Spotlight, please contact Bridget Satchwell at (510) 848-6252 ext. 298 or bridgets@fpcberkeley.org.
Street Meal
Come be a part of God's work in the world! Twice a month, the Street Meal serves nutritious hot meals to people in need in the Berkeley community. Volunteers are needed to help in the kitchen and greet the guests; contact Don Louie to sign up (information below). We are especially looking for people who can serve on a regular basis as assistant and lead cooks; to find out more about leading in the kitchen, contact Fran Sheppard at (510) 524-8003 or franshep@juno.com.
Dates: 2nd & last Saturday of each month
Time: Cooks begin at 1:30 pm, volunteers begin at 2 pm; dinner is served at 5 pm.
Location: Gym (John Knox A), Westminster Hall
More Information: Contact Don Louie at (510) 262-9030 or mclouie2000@yahoo.com.
Street Meal Bible Study
The Street Meal Bible Study provides a safe and inviting place for guests to share their faith journeys as well as ask honest questions about God and the basics of Christianity. We seek people who have a heart for those in need and who desire to help them explore God's word and discover his love.
Dates: 2nd & last Saturday of each month
Time: 5:45–7 pm (immediately following the Street Meal)
Location: John Knox B, Westminster Hall
More Information: Contact Marie Corwin at (510) 843-9778 or corwincemn@msn.com.
Street Meal Collection
Help us meet the material as well as spiritual needs of those living close to the edge. Donate new or gently used bedding, toiletries, and men's clothing items (click here for a specific list of items).
Dates: 2nd Sunday of each month
Time: After the 9:45 am worship service
Location: Street Meal table on the Pathway
More Information: Contact Don Louie at (510) 262-9030 or mclouie2000@yahoo.com.
