serve BEYOND

 “For we are God’s masterpiece, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do!”

Ephesians 2:10

We were shaped by God to serve!  It’s not something we “do” it’s who we are!  God sends us into world to serve others so they can experience the love and hospitality of Jesus. Through our First Pres mission trips we humbly serve, grow, learn, and have fun doing it!

MISSION TRIP OPPORTUNITIES

FIRST PRES FALL SERVICE PROJECT

This fall we will be going to the Beth-el Farmworkers Ministry in Wimauma, FL on Sunday, November 22nd.

Just 40 miles outside of Tampa, migrant farmworkers labor day after day to fill our tables and fill our bellies. You and I have the opportunity to serve them as the hands and feet of Jesus by doing a family friendly project and bringing items they desperately need.

Let's fill their pantry and fill their hearts with encouragement. AND...we will have the unique privilege of worshiping in Spanish/English to launch our project!  
 
More project details to follow. If you are interested in participating, please contact Kathy Conner.
BETH-EL DONATIONS DRIVE

Help us shower our farm working friends with items they use at work and at home!
Shop the list and bring your donations back to church on Sundays between Oct. 25th - Nov. 15th or call Deena in the office, 813-229-0679 to arrange drop off during the week!

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA MISSION TRIP

First Pres, in partnership with Young Life Africa is planning a mission trip to Cape Town, South Africa in the summer of 2027.

Dates: Summer 2027 (actual datesTBD soon!)
Trip Cost: $4,500 per person*

Experience. Serve alongside Young Life leaders in South Africa by working on a project to improve the Young Life house and club room to give kids the the opportunity to hear about Jesus and see lives transformed. We will also be doing a project at an orphanage where Young Life is loving and serving kids.

Engage. Groups will be hosted by local staff & leaders. Personally see leaders engaging kids and witness how they show up in a teenager's life.

Explore. Our Expedition will include some special adventures so we can explore the beautiful city of Cape Town.

*Don't let cost be a factor in participating! Confidential scholarship help is available. Contact trip leader, Kathy Conner for more information