When we launched our food outreach several years ago, Fred would come to our front porch by 6am every Tuesday. “I wanted to help Pastor John because he always helps us,” Fred recently said. Here’s more on Fred and why providing consistent food outreach is an inroad for deeper, approachable ministry moments here.

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?

A 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!

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.

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!

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!

For the 4th year in a row, Greenhouse Project is a proud Certification recipient by the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA), an organization ensuring leading Christian nonprofit organizations faithfully maintain high standards in financial transparency, ministry integrity and trust.

Daily life in Chester is filled with interruptions—from a neighbor needing prayer to a child seeking a safe place to ask for help. These moments are not distractions from our work; they are the work. Opportunities to put our faith in action, provide hope, and make a difference for others come alive in these smaller moments.

As we grow into our 4th year of Homework Club, we are celebrating the renewal happening with the youth on our block — renewal that your partnership makes possible! — as nine kids have given their lives to Jesus! We essentially have a youth group on our hands… glory to God! 

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.

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.

I still remember praying and talking with Emily about stepping out into full time ministry in Chester. COVID had just hit in 2020

 “I’m born and raised in Chester and I see the need for this ministry here, and throughout the country!” This inspiring incredible story from our faithful, trustworthy volunteer, Serena, started when she drove by Food Outreach one day. She stopped to ask if she could help… the rest is history.

We 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.

All 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 creates growth in our daily efforts to minister in Chester!

Something was different with Matthew this time when he reached out to join our Recovery House. He said, “Pastor John, you cared when no one else did”…

When 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.

The 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’

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.

Our weekly Food Outreach gathering is a lifeline of hope for neighbors living below the poverty line. 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!