Local Missions, Our Jerusalem, is a great opportunity to Reach OUT to our neighbors in the town of Matthews and the surrounding communities. 

Local Mission Director: Tim Spain

CHRISTIAN ADOPTION SERVICES
Ministry Leader: Tom Young
Christian Adoption Services is a private, non-profit agency whose primary purpose is to provide domestic and international children the opportunity of having a loving, Christ-centered family.   For more information, click here.

CAR CARE MINISTRY
Ministry Leader: Tony Reiter  
Team members reach out to widows, single moms and ladies who cannot afford to have regular maintenance and minor repairs on their cars. Support people share the Gospel with people while they are waiting and others can do minor repairs or help clean up

AGAPE DENTAL MINISTRY 
Ministry Leader: Ken Funderburk
This is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides free dental care for the underserved, low-income residents of Mecklenburg County who qualify. We need prayers, volunteers, and financial support. For more information, click here.

MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP 
Ministry Leader: Larry & Irene Furr
First Baptist Matthews will meet needs of both (MES) students and staff in an effort to build relationships that will open doors for Gospel conversations. We will lead a weekly after-school Bible Club (Trek Club) providing teachers & materials, Tutoring, Conversation buddies, Financial support, and Facilities use. 

NC MED ASSIST
Ministry Leader: Nancy Miller
This non-profit provides access to free over the counter medications, patient support, advocacy and related services to poor, vulnerable and uninsured NC residents. Volunteer to sort and pack medication and first aid supplies by contacting the director.

HELP PREGNANCY CENTER
Ministry Leader: Elaine Richardson
This is a Christ centered ministry in Union County committed to upholding the sanctity of human life. They demonstrate the love of Christ to women facing crisis pregnancy through spiritual, physical and emotional support.

BLESS EVERY HOME
Ministry Leader: Steve Blake
Our ministry staff reach out to those who have visited our church. Our members also have the opportunity, through Bless Every Home, to reach out to their neighbors. For more information, click here. Click here to register.

ADDITIONAL STRATEGIC PARTNER: Metrolina Baptist Association