Mission and Outreach

Our Purpose:

To further the mission of Jesus Christ by engaging the Congregation in outreach and mission activities.

Our Activities:

American Red Cross Blood Drive – held twice a year. Our goal for each drive is 20 pints.

Simple Gifts – collection of small personal and food items for the needy, every Sunday.

Denominational Special Offerings -are:

Our committee is responsible for requesting Session to approve each of these offerings.

Cents-Ability – collects money monthly for feeding the hungry around the globe and in our community.

Oakwood Task Force –We provide funds and helpers for the distribution of Christmas gifts and food for this Presbyterian-founded housing complex for families needing assistance.

Quarry Manor Worship Services – Led by Harry Palmer, we provide church services to this live-in health care facility.

Heifer Project – is a worldwide organization that provides animals to villages and families to promote independence and self-sufficiency. Special offerings are collected.

Mission South American – assists Andrew and Kathy McMillan with their mission work in Columbia, South America. Andrew grew up at KUPC and keeps us informed of their needs as they continue their important work.

Piedmont Elementary School Outreach – connects with students through joining them for lunch on Fridays.

Mitten Tree – where the Congregation donates winter scarves, hats and mittens for the YWCA Sojourners Shelter.

American Indian Outreach – Harry Palmer is concerned for the American Indians and recommends that we reach out to help them.

East End Family Resource Center – is a hub for children and youth enrichment on Charleston’s east end. We have included children as guests at Forum performances and the lunch following;