Fellowship & Mission Groups
Grow In Peace
Community Garden
The Grow in Peace Garden is a collaborative effort between members of the church and nearby neighbors to grow food to support the community. We come together in a spirit of solidarity and friendship to improve both the strength of our community bonds and our collective food security. All are welcome to participate, learn and grow together!
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Social Justice Ministry
Downey’s Social Justice Ministry works to promote justice for all disadvantaged people through education and service. We strive to engage the congregation in efforts to improve equality for people of any race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, age, religion, national origin, immigration status, gender identity and expression, or physical ability. We partner with other churches and local groups to provide opportunities for learning and direct action.
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Creation Care Ministry
The Creation Care Ministry believes God intends humans to act as primary caretakers of this world. As stewards, we know we are but one part of God’s interconnected tapestry of Creation. The purpose of this ministry focus is to inform our congregation on environmental issues and suggest actions that will benefit both nature and humanity.
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Families Fellowship Group
The Families Fellowship Group are those with kiddos ages birth to 5th grade. Families bring a snack to share, eat together, then the kiddos have play time supervised by our nursery staff. Parents then have some fellowship time to be with one another. Activities vary, but blessings always abound! Always welcoming new families!!
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Children's Church
The inner wisdom series the lessons are both heart-centered and experiential. Through stories and activities, children’s bodies and feelings are engaged as well as their minds. Giving children experiences that are real and meaningful helps them integrate and apply the ideals of Progressive Christianity to their lives right now. Experiential learning also helps to create a solid foundation for a child’s lifelong spiritual journey.
Downey Co-Op Preschool & Kindergarten
Downey Cooperative Preschool has a simple and happy philosophy — children, parents, and teachers go to school together. Our cooperative preschool is a parent-run, non-profit organization. We offer families an affordable program and the opportunity to work alongside other parents on creative and challenging projects.
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Downey Music Ministry
The Music Ministry supports Downey's mission by providing relevant vocal/instrumental music for services and special events. We support the mission by providing music not just for worship, but also for the Performing Arts Ministry, supporting fundraisers with entertainment, and performing throughout the community. For information on how you can join in, click the 'more info' button below.
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Performing Arts Ministry
Downey Avenue Performing Arts Ministry's (P.A.M.) pursues a mission to inspire and educate by bringing Quality Theater with a Conscience to Downey and the community. Formed in 2016 from a member’s generous donation, P.A.M. brings together diverse talent to express relevant messages through a variety of art forms.
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ICAN Food Pantry @Downey
ICAN Food Pantry has served Irvington since the 1980s and reaches more than 140 families each month. It is open every Thursday 1-3p.m. for neighbors in the 46219 area and works in collaboration with ICAN (Irvington Community Advocacy Network), formed by Irvington Area Ministers. ICAN’s mission is to aid neighbors in need with financial assistance, food, and clothing. Financial Donations help us purchase food at deeply discounted rates. Thank you for your support.