June 24, 2017 marked the 1 year anniversary of the Qader Family's arrival in the United States, and in UPPC's Safe Haven House.* This past year has been full of new experiences for both us and them. The Qaders have had to navigate job hunting, employer expectations, school systems, homework, and normal everyday experiences, such as doctors … Continue reading Qader’s 1 Year Anniversary
Mission Partner
UPPC Refugee Ministry Expansion
The Safe Haven refugee ministry is growing! UPPC is looking for volunteers to help local refugee families in a variety of ways. No experience is needed, and there is something for everyone. Attend one of the info sessions or contact Zoe Pearson (twobigdogs@gmail.com; 206-218-2638) for more information. Volunteer opportunities include: Becoming a friend to a … Continue reading UPPC Refugee Ministry Expansion
Kenya Mission Trip 2018
Plans are underway for a mission trip to Meru, Kenya in August 2018! During this 2-week trip you will be able to meet children and families sponsored through UPPC's Cherish Ministry, as well as build bonds and strengthen relationships with our ministry partners in Kenya. The trip is open to anyone interested, including families with … Continue reading Kenya Mission Trip 2018
Watoto Rescue Center – Expanding Our Kenya Mission
Over $13,000 was raised at UPPC’s Harambee to help us move ahead with work on the Watoto Center. Watoto is the Swahili word for “children.” It is our hope that we will eventually see a fully functioning physical plant on the land we were able to purchase thanks to a generous donor a couple of years … Continue reading Watoto Rescue Center – Expanding Our Kenya Mission
Mission Trip for All Ages
Join a mission trip to Ensenada, Mexico this upcoming June. Like last year, volunteers will spend 4 days building a home for a family in need through Youth With A Mission (YWAM). This is is a great opportunity for families and people of all ages to work together to transform another family's life, and maybe have a transformational … Continue reading Mission Trip for All Ages
Ashley Robinson Coordinates YFC’s New Parent Life Ministry
UPPC’s long-time mission partner, Tacoma Youth For Christ (YFC) has always focused on reaching out to young people in the name of Jesus. YFC along with local churches and like-minded followers of Jesus seek to engage youth and raise-up lifelong followers of Jesus. YFC expanded its ministry by adding the Parent Life Ministry in January … Continue reading Ashley Robinson Coordinates YFC’s New Parent Life Ministry
UPPC Session Tours FUN Facilities
As a part of UPPC Session’s monthly meeting on February 21, members toured the Families Unlimited Network SPOT facilities here at UPPC and the Food Bank next door. During the tour, Doug Stoeckicht, FUN Executive Director and Laura Suders, SPOT Program Manager, updated Session on the UPPC/FUN partnership’s accomplishments, and discussed plans for the future. … Continue reading UPPC Session Tours FUN Facilities
Items Needed for Families Unlimited Network
Support UPPC's longtime mission partner, Families Unlimited Network (FUN), and the families they serve by donating gift items and deserts that can be auctioned at their upcoming Fundraiser and Gala. Gift Items Send a couple to a spa retreat. Cater a meal. Provide movie tickets and popcorn for a family. Grab your friends or small group and contribute … Continue reading Items Needed for Families Unlimited Network
Habitat Serve Day – April 22nd
Save the Date! There will be another UPPC Serve Day with Habitat for Humanity on April 22, 2017. No prior experience needed - and there’s something for everyone regardless of skill level. If you’ve not volunteered with Habitat previously, there will be a mandatory 30 min training Sunday, April 9th after each service in the Library. … Continue reading Habitat Serve Day – April 22nd
