Missions

Missions at First Presbyterian

First Presbyterian Church is commited to advancing the Gospel through words and deeds, addressing the needs of under-resourced individuals within our communities, region, nation, and world. Our commitment to serving a diverse cross-section of our community is reflected in our support of 40+ local ministries in areas such as housing, hunger alleviation, elder care, addiction issues, homelessness, youth development, and spiritual growth. FPC supports domestic and global service organizations, supporting missionaries in Kenya, Taiwan, and Mozambique, and international service projects in countries like Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica. Church members actively volunteer their time and talents to support partner organizations both domestically and internationally.

Local Opportunities

The church’s Local and Adult Missions Committees work together to offer a variety of mission service opportunities right here in our local community and even on the church’s own campus. These service opportunities provide an inspiring way to advance the Gospel in deed. There is a need and an opportunity for all ages to serve. Contact the Missions Ministry for more information about upcoming activities.

Room In The Inn

Every year from November through March, First Presbyterian Church houses homeless men through Room in the Inn. There are a number of volunteer opportunities available: overnight hosts, van drivers, breakfast donors, lunch donors, and laundry volunteers.

Blood Drives

First Presbyterian Church is known to the Red Cross as a generous and reliable source of blood donations. With your support at our quarterly blood drives, we can continue to aid in their life-giving work, which is especially vital while blood donations have decreased locally.

Habitat for Humanity Build

First Presbyterian Church partners with Habitat for Humanity to help a deserving family build a home. All skill levels are invited! Adults and youth over age 16 are able to serve (ages 16 and 17 must be accompanied by an adult). 

Mission Partners Volunteer Opportunities

Click below for a list of Nashville area non-profits and organizations supported by First Presbyterian Church for other volunteer opportunities offered by these organizations.

Local Opportunities

The church’s Local and Adult Missions Committees work together to offer a variety of mission service opportunities right here in our local community and even on the church’s own campus. These service opportunities provide an inspiring way to advance the Gospel in deed. There is a need and an opportunity for all ages to serve. Contact the Missions Ministry for more information about upcoming activities.

Food Drive benefiting the Nueva Vida Food Project | January 12–February 9

Help us collect items for our friends at the Nueva Vida Food Project, a Matthew 25 ministry of the PCUSA. Every contribution matters, no matter how small. Collection boxes will be placed in the Narthex, Hospitality Center, and Courtenay Hall.

Items Needed

• Hygiene products (hand sanitizer, toothpaste, toothbrushes, feminine products, baby wipes, diapers for children and adults)
• Specific Food Items: Maseca (tortilla flour), Nido (powdered Milk), black beans, rice, oil
• Cold weather clothing: gloves, hats, and scarfs
• School supplies

Room In The Inn

Every year from November through March, First Presbyterian Church houses homeless men through Room in the Inn. There are a number of volunteer opportunities available: overnight hosts, van drivers, breakfast donors, lunch donors, and laundry volunteers.

Blood Drives

First Presbyterian Church is known to the Red Cross as a generous and reliable source of blood donations. With your support at our quarterly blood drives, we can continue to aid in their life-giving work, which is especially vital while blood donations have decreased locally.

Habitat for Humanity Build

First Presbyterian Church partners with Habitat for Humanity to help a deserving family build a home. All skill levels are invited! Adults and youth over age 16 are able to serve (ages 16 and 17 must be accompanied by an adult). 

Mission Partners Volunteer Opportunities

Click below for a list of Nashville area non-profits and organizations supported by First Presbyterian Church for other volunteer opportunities offered by these organizations.

First Presbtyerian sends trips to established partners around the globe. Recent trips have included Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica.