Our Stories

121 Afghanistan Refugees Resettled
Afghanistan Refugee Resettlement Program: A Response to Matthew’s Gospel In the summer and early fall

Bringing Hope to HOPE Shelters
Dear Bob and Hunger Committee, Thank you for the fruits of your food drive and


Fostering A Sense Of Dignity
“A big transition that was strange and frightening turned into something comforting, joyful, and welcoming because

Backyard House Church
“Backyard House Church instilled feelings of increased connectivity, enhanced perspectives, and personal growth similar to

The Strength of Men of Faith – Men’s Work Day
“With so much division in our society now, it was comforting to see the strength

Unique Fellowship – Sunday Social
“It is a means of getting together with church friends for a lovely meal and

Haiti Mission Team – 2020 in Review
Political unrest and COVID have prevented the Haiti Mission Team from visiting Jeremie this year.

Everyday Heroes and Choir Camp
“I think Choir Camp is where my faith is the strongest. Being around so many

Being an “Incredible Partner” – Helping Flood Victims
After the devastating flood in the Midland area, Nancy Keesee, Birmingham First’s disaster response coordinator,

Making Masks for the Community
She began making masks more than a month ago for her family and friends. “I

Streethreads Delivers in Face of Pandemic
The church may be closed but it doesn’t stop the Streethreads team from being the

A Passion to Help Young Women
It started four years ago with a trip to a workshop in Farmington where they

A Young Disciple – Emma’s Story
“The moms at Brightmoor have to reuse their babies’ diapers! So I was glad to

Service Over Self: Kim Bowyer’s Story
“We attended church, but we were at an arm’s length from a lot of things