What so ever you do to the last of my people, that you do unto me. Matthew 25:40
This verse from the book of Matthew is the principle guiding force behind the mission program at the First Presbyterian Church. Through our mission efforts, we help Christ’s hurting people where the Holy Spirit directs our help. Our mission activities are divided into four categories; international, national, regional and local. In addition, one half of our mission/tithing collection goes to the local Presbytery, Synod and General Assembly for mission support. Also in addition to our tithing and pledge mission fund individuals donate money to missions of their choosing.
In 2020, we supported the following mission categories as follows:
International: Tithing Fund – $3,875.00 Private Gifts – $500.00
National: Tithing Fund – $3,860.00 Private Gifts – $1,460.00
Regional: Tithing Fund – $2,350.00 Private gifts – $500.00
Local: Tithing Fund – $2,034.90 Private Gifts – $23,702.07
International
- South Sudan
- Australian Salvation Army
- Costa Rica Mission Trip
- Operation Smile
- The Antioch Partners
- Pejuhutazizi Presbyterian Church Christmas Gifts
- Guatemala Pastor’s Children
- Lebanon/Syria Relief (Beirut)
National
- Presbyterian Disaster Assistance – Tornadoes, Fires, Storms
- Presbyterian Disaster Assistance – Covid-19
- Presbyterian Missions – Christmas Joy Offering
- Hunger Fund – Food Shelves
- Medical Appreciation – Covid-19
Regional (within the Synod of Lakes and Prairies)
- Mankato State University Scholarship Program
- Area Foundations for Covid-19 Support
- Holy Trinity Church Minneapolis – Riot Relief
- Second Harvest
Local (mostly throughout Redwood County)
- Backpack Ministry
- Friendship Dinners
- Local Food Shelves – Redwood Falls, Morton
- Local Family Outreach
- Piecemakers
- Imagination Library
- Weekend Food Bags
- Ruby’s Pantry
- Angel Fund
- Teacher/Staff Appreciation – Covid-19
- Redwood County Salvation Army
- Foster Care Support
- Pejuhtazizi Presbyterian Church Christmas Gifts
- Matthew 25
- Food Pantries