First Presbyterian is devoted to helping others at the local, national, and world levels. If you are interested in volunteering, please call the office at (850) 243-3732, or email us at office@1stpc.gccoxmail.com.
Some of the missions we support include:
Local Programs "Feed the Hungry" Every Saturday at lunchtime FPC provides a hot meal, a break from the cold of winter or the heat of summer, and Christian fellowship to more than seventy guests in the fellowship hall. “Feed the Hungry” receives support from several agencies and individuals.
"Cold Night" FPC is one of seven partner churches that opens its doors to feed and shelter those in need when the temperature drops below forty degrees. This program was recently highlighted in the Northwest Florida Daily News. It is an important outreach to our community.
National and International Programs
"Alternative Gifts" At Christmastime FPC distributes an “alternative gift” catalog. The gifts available in this catalog empower people in crisis and protect our endangered planet. Presents to honor your family and friends that also build peace in our global village.” The catalog offers you an “alternative” way to honor friends, loved ones, neighbors or co-workers at those times of celebration and gift giving while making a difference for good in the world. Local, national, and international causes are available for giving “alternative” gifts. All purchases receive a card explaining the gift.
To request a catalog please contact the church office. "SERRV International Gift Market" In February and a couple othe times a year the church hosts A Greater Gift Sale: SERRV International Gift Market. The sale features items from developing nations. Below are the 2010 dates:
Sunday, February 7 9AM to 1PM Wednesday, February 10 10AM to 1PM
Saturday, February 13 10AM to 1PM Sunday, February 14 9AM to 1PM
Wednesday, February 17 10AM to 1PM Saturday, February 20 10AM to 1PM
Sunday, February 21 9AM to 1PM
"Others" A Greater Gift is a program of SERRV International, a nonprofit alternative trade and development organization.
