Two years ago during Give to Grow, we shared the powerful story of our team rescuing Dee from a dark, dangerous drug house. She was trapped in heavy drug use and a toxic dating relationship — a life-threatening situation, with no end in sight. What happened to Dee after that and where is she now?
Read MoreA neighbor who voiced a wish that resonated with us all, “I wish our streets were clean…” sparked a powerful idea—why not be the champions of the change we want to see in our own neighborhood? Four years later, God’s using community clean-up to unite us!
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What's the value of community? It's a big question right? We have dedicated our lives to building relationships for the purpose of sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. But it has been more than that because Chester is our home as well, and our community has become like family. And after all this time we are still being surprised and blessed by those relationships.
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Three years ago, we lost a dear close friend sold out for Jesus, Lisa Merideth. I take the time to honor her legacy with supporters like you in this space as a reminder of the life-changing impact Jesus creates through believers who care for others in need with radical love. Check out these three big aspects of her legacy that are an encouragement for us all today!
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Our full schedule of events and outreach are back again! Keep reading to learn more about each event and the different ways God has made us able to impact our community!
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Something awesome just happened! We just got certified for the 4th year in a row by the ECFA!
Read MoreDo we miss what God is doing through interruptions as we hold tightly to our plans or agendas? Daily life in Chester is filled with interruptions—from a neighbor needing prayer to a child seeking a safe place to ask for help. Here's a couple stories to inspire us to slow down for interruptions.
Read MoreEven in recent heartbreak God has blessed us with so many kids in our after school program! He essentially just dropped a youth group in our lap when several weeks ago at our last Community BBQ 9 people gave their live to Jesus
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Today we reach out to our partners and supporters to encourage prayer and action. Because myself, my family, and our community's friends are heartbroken from what seems like a never ending cycle of violence and crime.
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In 2023 we launched our summer Community BBQs. Our idea was to have one large outreach per month throughout the summer where we could connect with our Homework Club students, celebrate our community, worship under the stars and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Read MoreI still remember praying and talking with Emily about stepping out into full time ministry in Chester. COVID had just hit in 2020
Read More“I’m born and raised in Chester and I see the need for this ministry here and throughout the country!”
Read MoreWe are sending 11 urban kids to camp this summer, and we need your help! The last week of May we had our closing party for our Homework Club kids.
Read MoreAll prayers, volunteer time, shared meals, home church fellowship, hosted events, recovery meetings, donated items, reach outs, financial gifts, and supplies... every single act of love
Read MoreSomething was different with Matthew this time when he reached out to join our recovery houses. He said, “Pastor John, you cared when no one else did”…
Read MoreWhen God called us to Chester we never planned to get a “big” building. We are a church but our specific calling is a bit different than some churches because we’re the Church for the streets in the communities that we serve in Chester.
Read MoreThe direction of Andrew’s life and how he spends his time changed significantly several years ago. “I was touched by a sermon…’Christ sacrificed everything for you, what are you going to do to give back? The church needs you’
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What does it look like to show up in hard times and persevere? Whether we're facing unbearable challenges like grief and loss, or an exciting new beginning, life is a series of opportunities to keep going. Here’s how some neighbors are inspired to press on, thanks to food outreach.
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Our weekly food outreach gathering is a lifeline of hope for neighbors living below the poverty line in our community. Much more than just distributing groceries; it's about nurturing authentic relationships, being known, and ensuring real encounters with Jesus. Feed the Faith starts now to keep this running in 2024!
Read MoreWhen we bought our first house for Greenhouse Project Sam offered to take the lead of the major renovations. We had to completely redo and replace everything to make it possible to use