Becoming a church our city and world would miss if we were gone.
We believe Jesus calls us to impact the world around us. South doesn’t exist just for ourselves, but rather to respond to the unique felt needs in our community. This may look like serving in our Food Bank, supporting our local ministry partners, and being an outward-facing church. In Local Outreach, we desire to love like Jesus, respect, and value everyone, build relationships, partner with and empower others, and invite people into meaningful and transformative experiences.
Access our Local Outreach YouTube playlist here.
Get Involved
VOLUNTEER/DONATE
SOUTH FELLOWSHIP FOOD BANK
Our Food Bank supports anyone who could use some help with food for their household. Each person who comes through our doors has a name and a story, and together with Jesus, we create a safe place where everyone is known, cared for, and encouraged. Our Food Bank thrives because many volunteers work together, pitching in with what they love to do. Our team members pick up from local grocery stores, sort food, get to know shoppers as we serve them food, and keep all the behind-the-scenes things running. If you’d like to join our team, please fill out our Serve at South form.
SHARE YOUR IDEAS
TOGETHER TEAMS
Do you have a project or activity in mind that would serve our local community? We’d love to hear about it! We’re always looking for passionate people in the South community interested in bringing people together to address needs in our area. These “Together Teams” could work with the homeless, immigrants, or refugees, help at a neighborhood school, partner with a local nonprofit, beautify the neighborhood, or do something else we haven’t considered yet. Fill out our Project Pitch Form to share your thoughts and to find out how South can support you.
“By being a part of this team, I have grown in my joy of the Lord for His Excellence and caring for those who are poor in spirit. I am thankful when I recognize and am recognized by some of the unsheltered people in our community because of my service at GraceFull and the Food Bank. I am grateful that I have grown in compassion for these people.”
” [I] really enjoy volunteering at [the Food Bank] on Saturday mornings. We are helping many in the community and also making good friends!”
“What I love about outreach is spreading the love of Jesus. Even if they don’t know Jesus, we are glorifying God by serving others.”
“Oh my goodness, what a wonderful-looking garden we arrived to see on Monday morning! Truly, the community garden looks beautiful! Thank you ALL so much for your hard work and commencement to Easter, we so appreciate all of you and your continued support of East Elementary!”
“[South is] a beautiful church that honors God and reaches out to the neighborhood. Thank you for providing space for Love INC’S Impact program and fundraising events. Love it when Christain originations work together to serve God’s people.”
“The depth of gratitude is deep for South’s investment in our mission to care for those on the margins in our community across the table and the trust in our board to steward this generosity faithfully. Thank you for modeling Jesus’ heart.”
“[First Mile Initiative] was valuable to find ways to serve as a family. Such a win to serve others in a world where self seems to be the focus.”
“We are truly grateful for your support as we strive to respond to neighbors in need of a helping hand.”
“I really enjoyed cleaning up around Love INC! The employees at Love INC were welcoming and worked alongside us and it was all around a great experience.”
“I wanted to thank you for everything. That was so humbling. Everyone just wanted to help in any way they could. I don’t think I have ever experienced so much love. THANK YOU.”
Events
JULY 30TH, 9AM-12PM
WHIZ KIDS AT SOUTH
Discover how you can come alongside our Local Ministry Partner, Whiz Kids, and share the love of Jesus with kids in our area! Whiz Kids offers an opportunity to minister to children in our community who need some extra help understanding their school work and provides an opportunity to build relationships. Representatives from Whiz Kids will be available in the lobby at South on July 30th after both services. We’d love to help you get connected with this great organization.
