Ministries
The First Presbyterian
Church of Paulding, Ohio
Prayer
- Prayer Chain: The Prayer Chain links willing and available individuals to pray for requested needs through e-mail or phone contact. Call the church at 419-399-2438 to activate the chain, or call Pastor David's cell phone at 419-769-3813.
- Prayer Vigil: The church is open for prayer every Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Prayer Group: A prayer group meets Monday's at 4:30 p.m. at Cornerstone Cottage. All are welcome.
- Community Prayer Group: A non-denominational ministry of the Body of Christ in Paulding meets once a month on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall for prayer for our community.
TGIF
Thank God It's Free is an outreach program that is
held the first Saturday in December each year. The week prior, donations of
gently used household items, clothes and toys are accepted. These items are
available to those in need in our community. Food bags containing a
Christmas dinner, family bags containing personal hygiene items and
children's bags are also distributed to those with needs. Approximately
300-400 people benefit from this Saturday giveaway.
Ministerial Association
The Paulding Ministerial Association is made up of
participating churches in the community. Activities sponsored and supported
include Lenten lunches, special community worship services (Thanksgiving,
Good Friday and Easter Sunrise), the Community Church Choir Festival, the
National Day of Prayer and others. Benevolent funds are also available for
individuals seeking temporary assistance for necessities. You may contact us
at 419-769-3813.
Ice Cream Tent
The Ice Cream Tent is an outreach event that is
held each year during John Paulding Days. Homemade ice cream is made prior
to the celebration and sold from a tent on the church parking lot. Each
year, especially after the parade, people gather to enjoy our ice cream and
casual fellowship.
Women's Retreat
The Presbyterian Women annually host a fall
retreat for women of all ages and denominations. For over twenty-five years
women have gathered to worship, learn, share and pray as we celebrate our
mutual faith in Jesus Christ and our unity as believers. During their day
away, guests enjoy gifted speakers, vocalists, musicians and other artists.
Great Banquet
The Great Banquet is a three-day renewal, learning
and sharing in the atmosphere of Christian Community. The weekend is held
twice a year with separate programs for men and women. A distinct program
for teens called The Awakening is offered as well. Individuals desiring to
participate in a Great Banquet apply and are sponsored prior to attending.
The Bryan Presbyterian Church hosts the event. Applications are available to
the church or you may contact The Great Banquet Community of Bryan, 1604 S.
Main Street, PO Box 7067, Bryan, Ohio 43506 for more information.
Congregational Life
Various activities are planned throughout the year
for fellowship and outreach. Special potlucks or dinners, trips to athletic
events or concerts and other field trips are some of the extra occasions
shared by all.
AGAPE Fund
This fund is a specially designated resource
available for our congregation to assist those enduring financial hardship.
It is dispenses based on need at the discretion of the Deacons.
Lenten Lunches
During the season of Lent, our church hosts an
ecumenical Lenten lunch every Wednesday at noon. On a rotating basis, each
participating church in the community provides a soup lunch followed by a
brief, but meaningful devotional. Everyone is welcome to stop in and share
in the meal and fellowship.