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Mission, Evangelism, and Volunteering
In response to Christ's reminder, "Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these... you did it to me," Priest Lake Presbyterian Church believes strongly in Mission outreach as a way to deepen our relationship with God and with our fellow man. The second Sunday of the month is Mission Sunday. Learn more about our relationships with the missions we serve and see how you can connect with others.
 Youth
The youth of our community are a true mission for this church. Through our Wednesday night CareS program, we create welcoming, fun, and safe learning environment for the children and youth of our community. |
 Project J.O.Y. (Joyous Offering of Youth)
This youth-driven project is the church's biggest mission. We collect food, clothing, toiletries, and learning bags to distribute to an impoverished community in the Appalachian mountain area of Kentucky [more] |
 LOT Ministry (Least Of These)
"...anything you did for one of my brothers here, however insignificant, you did for me." - Matthew 25:40
The purpose of the LOT MINISTRY is to reach out to those of HIS who have lost their way (the down trodden, the unemployed, the injured, the mentally challenged, those restrained by the courts, the hungry, the homeless, those who have lost hope and faith) to help them regain or find anew Jesus' love with direction for their lives. Giving of our TIME, TALENT, & TREASURES is the LOT MINISTRY.
As the Priest Lake Presbyterian Church and its members offer time, talents and treasures to those who are in need, for whatever reason, we are attempting to teach them to fish & not just giving them needed fish (their basic needs).
Several PLPC members have been a part of the ministry and have provided care in a variety of ways, such as: the ill and shut-ins have been visited by phone and in person; meals, grocery shopping and other gifts; listening and pastoral presence as a source of comfort in times of sorrow or loneliness; transportation or other immediate needs. These expressions of care are just some of the ways Jesus will have us to serve Him as we serve one another.
Contact the office at office@priestlakepresbyterian.org or 366.0247 |
 Martha O'Bryan Center
Martha O'Bryan Center, a Christian outreach ministry located in the James A. Cayce Homes, supports and empowers individuals and families in need living in the East Nashville and surrounding community to attain greater levels of well-being and self-reliance, and provides opportunities for people to respond to God's love by giving through service. Contact Judy Gaither at 254-1791 for more information.
PLPC participates in Miss Martha's Ice Cream Crankin' each year.
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 Monroe Harding
Monroe Harding Children's Home was founded in 1893 as a home for orphans and continues today to provide vital services through a variety of programs to youth of all ages. Since its establishment, it has expanded to include children, youth and their families through residential care as well as off-campus programs in the community.
It has always been the goal of Monroe Harding to help at-risk children and youth realize their full potential by providing them opportunities to learn key life lessons. Monroe Harding believes that all young people have the ability to succeed and seeks to create change and truly make a difference in lives of at-risk children and youth.
To volunteer with Monroe Harding, contact Lindsay Kear at 278-5573 x.140 or by email
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 Second Harvest Food Bank
Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee opened its doors in 1978 with commitment from several community leaders. The purpose of the organization was to provide a central distribution center for companies, groups, and individuals who wished to help provide food for Middle Tennessee's hungry. Second Harvest's mission is to feed hungry people and work to solve hunger issues in our community.
The Ladies' Lunch Bunch makes monthly donations to this worthwhile cause.
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 4 Cents a Meal
The Presbyterian Hunger Program (PHP), a ministry of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), works to alleviate hunger and eliminate its causes, responding with compassion and justice to poor and hungry people in local communities in the United States and internationally.
Through giving to the annual One Great Hour of Sharing offering and year-round support of the Hunger Fund through 4 Cents a Meal collections, Presbyterians provide the PHP with approximately four million dollars a year to support ministries of direct food relief, development assistance, public policy advocacy, education, and lifestyle integrity. The PHP seeks to fulfill its mission through strategic grantmaking, print and web educational and worship materials, and participatory programs that allow us to recognize and love especially the most vulnerable of our neighbors next door and across the planet.
Through grants, this mission benefits local programs such as Project JOY.
Every 4th Sunday, the youth of the church take up a special offering to support this mission.
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 Christian Kitchen
The Christian Kitchen provides meals for friends and members of the church in times of need. Contact the Catherine Gracy if you know of someone in our church community who needs a meal during a time of need. |
 Lord's Table
Sue Handisides and Joyce Hanson oversee this project. We support the next door neighbors, the Church of Christ in their efforts to feed the homeless. This group cooks a meal in our kitchen and takes it next door to serve to the homeless. The homeless receive a meal Friday night, Saturday breakfast, and a sack lunch for Saturday afternoon. Please contact Sue or Joyce about how you can help with this important mission. |
Bethlehem Star
"I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now." Philippians 1: 3-5 NIV
Bethlehem Star is our sister church in Moscow, Russia. We communicate with and pray for this small mission church in Moscow. [More...]
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 Volunteering at the Church
Usher/Greeter
Anyone interested in being an usher or greeter is very welcome. Greeters hand out church bulletins before the service and assist the Ushers with taking up the offering. To become an usher or greeter, speak to the Worship Elder (Shirley Hansel), and she will give the very brief training necessary. On days when communion is served, the ushers/greeters must be Elders.
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