Would you like to be God’s heart and hands right from your own home (even in another state)? Consider becoming a Pen Pal for a woman at Perryville Women’s Prison. You can write a note or use email to give an encouraging word of faith and hope. Some of these women do not receive family… Continue reading Pen Pal meeting
Category: Mission
Clothing Drive
Every two months, members of The Church of the Palms are asked to donate non-monetary gifts to different groups we support. During May and June, children at Dysart Community Center are the designated recipients of our gifts. This year DCC is requesting underwear (no socks needed) and stretchy shorts for boys and girls sizes 4-12.… Continue reading Clothing Drive
Grocery Store Exploration Trip
The CARE TEAM is hosting the first Grocery Store Exploration Trip on Thursday, April 20th to Peoria Discount Grocery Store. This is Senior Discount Day (10%). The church bus will provide transportation and a few CARE TEAM volunteers will be along to help you navigate the store/ manage the grocery cart and load your groceries… Continue reading Grocery Store Exploration Trip
Our New Sacred Place: Notes from the Mission and Outreach Team & Social Justice Action Team
A sacred place is defined as a space distinguished from other spaces. The rituals that a people either practice at a place or direct toward it mark its sacredness and differentiate it from other defined spaces. At The Church of The Palms, we have several sacred spaces: Our beautiful Sanctuary, the Memorial Garden, our Chapel,… Continue reading Our New Sacred Place: Notes from the Mission and Outreach Team & Social Justice Action Team
Why Palestine Matters
Save the dates: February 24th, March 3rd, and March 17th Fridays from 1:30 to 3 pm At The Church of the Palms we began our journey of support for Tent of Nations and Palestinian human rights in 2018 after Daoud Nassar, who is a Palestinian Christian farmer, spoke to our church. We have engaged in… Continue reading Why Palestine Matters
Dysart Community Center News
The following memo was received from Dysart Community Center Executive Director Annie Ansell: Please express our joy and gratitude for all the hard work and gifts given by members of The Church of the Palms. It has been a remarkable partnership. The church has made such a practical difference in the lives of our families… Continue reading Dysart Community Center News
Doing Grief™ Community Healing Project at the Palms Rings in the New Year
A new ministry begins at The Church of the Palms in 2023! Doing Grief Community Healing Project at the Palms (DGCHP) is a collaborative ministry between COTP and Doing Grief Healing Center, directed by Rev. Shea Darian – a UCC minister, hospital chaplain, and member of The Church of the Palms. COTP serves as fiscal… Continue reading Doing Grief™ Community Healing Project at the Palms Rings in the New Year
Spaulding Memorial Thanksgiving Dinner is BACK!
After a two-year absence, Church of the Palms is happy to announce that the Spaulding Memorial Thanksgiving Dinner will once again take place in King Hall on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 24, 2022. We’ll be serving the meal between 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM. This meal takes place with generous donations of food from our… Continue reading Spaulding Memorial Thanksgiving Dinner is BACK!
Service Project Craft Group update
Wow!! We are in the middle of the “Dog Days” of summer. But, our Meeting Room at Church stays cool, the coffee or ice water on hand, and usually a little goodie. Do come and join us any Wednesday from 9-11. We keep busy making small quilts and lap robes, or crocheting scarves, hats, and… Continue reading Service Project Craft Group update
Volunteers needed!
The Church of the Palms Social Justice Action Team needs your help. The mission of this Team is to seek justice through Prayer, Action, Love, Ministry, and Support. Currently, the most critical need for volunteers is in the area of our ministry to the homeless population in our community. Monitors are needed for our I-HELP… Continue reading Volunteers needed!