Inner City Ministry is an outreach ministry of First-Centenary. The program began in 1968 when a Sunday school class saw Inner City children playing on the church's parking lot. 38 years later, the program continues to help students realize their potential and reach beyond the cycle of simply existing

The mission of the Inner City Ministry of First-Centenary is to follow the example of Christ by sharing his ideals with children and their families in the Chattanooga community. Through educational, physical, social, spiritual, and work programs, we help these children and their families build self-esteem, cultivate self-discipline, develop better communication skills and respect for others. We celebrate the diversity and dignity of all people and strive to create an atmosphere for racial reconciliation to occur.

Spiritual Development -The mind controlled by the spirit is life and peace. Romans 8:6b
Camp Lookout and weekly Bible study enhance spiritual values of Inner City children. Church members actively support this experience through volunteering, camperships, and donations.

Educational Development
Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding. Proverbs 3:13

Getting things done is not always what is most important. There is a value in allowing others to learn, even if the task is not accomplished as quickly, efficiently, or effectively. (R. D. Clyde)

Physical Development
Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your strength.
Mark 12:30.

Staff

Victoria Cummings
Johnny Oneal
Monique Strickland

Director
Assistant Director
Tutorial Director

Margaret Nelson
Teresa Cleveland
Tricia Schobert

Justin Keatng
Jasmine Marshall

Hours