CHESTER EASTSIDE MINISTRIES

An evolving mission of the Presbytery of Philadelphia, Chester Eastside Ministries (CEM) shines a light in the heart of the City of Chester, PA. It provides food and clothing as well as after-school activities, a library and computer lab and programs for GED and other adult education. Media Presbyterian Church looks forward to renewing our long-time partnership with CEM.

 

CITYTEAM INTERNATIONAL (CHESTER)

Located in the heart of Chester, CityTeam is a non-profit Christian service agency that seeks to meet the physical, spiritual and emotional needs of hurting people throughout the Delaware Valley. Staff and volunteers reach out to those in need with a hot meal, a safe shelter, and decent clothing. They offer a residential recovery program for men who are on the road of destruction from drugs and alcohol. CityTeam also operates the Mother-Baby Program, a family ministry which provides food, diapers and clothing to families in need. Media Presbyterian Church has partnered with CityTeam in Chester in a variety of ways for many years.

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FREDERICK DOUGLASS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Hundreds of children throughout the economically-distressed community of Chester have found a safe, nurturing environment to learn, to grow and to be challenged at Frederick Douglass Christian School (FDCS). Its curriculum stresses both the academic and spiritual development of students and meets all Pennsylvania state requirements. FDCS teaches the Bible at all grade levels, and biblical truth is integrated into the curriculum when appropriate. Christian values are taught, emphasized and modeled by all of the school staff. Media Presbyterian Church has partnered with Frederick Douglass Christian School since World Impact started it in Chester in 1995. MPC members have volunteered in the classroom, library and after-school programs, as well as working on construction projects. Some MPC members have taught at FDCS full-time.

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GREENHOUSE PROJECT & 912 HOUSE

We live life in the struggle with neighbors because every life is meant to flourish. We cultivate gospel-centered, long-term relationships and community support for those who are struggling in Chester, PA.  Our ministry provides safe environments for life transformation through free recovery counseling, life coaching, food outreach, youth mentorship, and church fellowship.

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