" ...and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" Micah 6:8

Philadelphia Presbytery Affiliated Ministries

Broad Street Ministry: A Presbyterian ministry established in 2005, BSM “cherishes creativity, fosters and nurtures artistic expression, extends inclusive hospitality and works for a more just world through civic engagement”. Offerings include: Sunday worship and weekly Bible study that reach out to the unchurched; No Barriers Community Dinners; the 315 South Homeless Café extended to folks who fear entering shelters; arts and cultural events. Website link: www.broadstreetministry.org

Camp Kirkwood: A Presbyterian ministry, Camp Kirkwood is located in the Pocono foothills; the mission is “Living the Word of Jesus Christ by providing a safe, nurturing, caring Christian Community that energizes and transforms children and adults in a tranquil natural setting”. The Outreach Council provides scholarships for inner city children. Contact: Carolyn Jeffrey at the Philadelphia Presbytery office, Kirkwood@presbyphl.org. Website link: www.Kirkwoodcamp.org

Chester Eastside Ministries: A Community Ministry of the Philadelphia Presbytery. CESM seeks to “bring urban and suburban people together in worship and service…to serve individuals in need so they may meet the challenges of life…to offer people the opportunity to realize their potential so they in turn can help others to expand their horizons”, says the Rev. Bernice Warren, Pastor/Director. The Outreach Council supports the summer Enrichment Camp and the After School Programs. Website link: www.chestereastsideministries.org

John Gloucester House: A Community Ministry of the Philadelphia Presbytery, JGH works to “empower economically disadvantaged young people in the Point Breeze community of South Philadelphia by enhancing their educational capabilities while ensuring their safety and welfare. The Outreach Council supports the After School Tutorial Program and the Summer City Day Camp programs. Website link: www.jghouse.org

Latin American Fellowship of Central Presbyterian Church: A ministry for the growing Hispanic members of Central Church and the surrounding community of Norristown, now approximately 10,000 people. The ministry offers spiritual development for youth and adults, and a coordinated outreach ministry to neighborhood homeless people. BMPC contact: John Vaughan, JSV2@aol.com Program contact: the Rev. Gadiel Gomez, gadielgomezs@msm.com