Delta Grace
Delta Grace is a multi-denominational, faith-based organization that matches mission teams with those in need of home repairs. Twice a year in the spring and fall we organize a trip to work at Delta Grace. For more info or want to be apart of the next team contact John Grubbs or call the church office.

Santa's Soup Kitchen

Join us for Santa’s Soup Kitchen every Monday in November from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Each week, different classes and groups will prepare a variety of soups and desserts for you to enjoy. This year, all donations will benefit Ever Reaching Community Outreach (ERCO) in Pelahatchie, MS, and the Listen with Love counseling center in Costa Rica. Come hungry, bring a friend, and help support these wonderful causes!
About Ever Reaching Community Outreach (ERCO)
In 2024, ERCO was honored to serve over 17,000 individuals across 27 counties, thanks to the efforts of volunteers from 15 local churches, generous donors, and collaborative partners from ministries, businesses, and organizations.
ERCO is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and a faith-based ministry grounded in the principle of Proverbs 16:3 — "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans." The ministry relies on the grace of God, the strength of its volunteers, and the support of donors to meet the needs of surrounding communities.
In 2024, ERCO was honored to serve over 17,000 individuals across 27 counties, thanks to the efforts of volunteers from 15 local churches, generous donors, and collaborative partners from ministries, businesses, and organizations.
ERCO is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and a faith-based ministry grounded in the principle of Proverbs 16:3 — "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans." The ministry relies on the grace of God, the strength of its volunteers, and the support of donors to meet the needs of surrounding communities.
About Listen with Love Counseling Center
(A ministry of Costa Rica Mission Projects, San Isidro del General, Costa Rica)
Listen with Love offers free counseling services to individuals in the local community struggling with depression, anxiety, abuse, neglect, and other life challenges.
With the clinical expertise of Priscilla Alfaro, a licensed psychologist, and the spiritual guidance of Yolanda Bailey, co-director of Costa Rica Mission Projects, the center provides one-on-one counseling, group sessions, and family workshops. The stories of healing and transformation from this ministry are a testament to God’s work in the lives of those they serve.
Brandon First Methodist Church is proud to have had a relationship with the Costa Rica Mission Project for over two decades. We have seen firsthand the impact of their faithful service, and we are honored to continue supporting their mission.
(A ministry of Costa Rica Mission Projects, San Isidro del General, Costa Rica)
Listen with Love offers free counseling services to individuals in the local community struggling with depression, anxiety, abuse, neglect, and other life challenges.
With the clinical expertise of Priscilla Alfaro, a licensed psychologist, and the spiritual guidance of Yolanda Bailey, co-director of Costa Rica Mission Projects, the center provides one-on-one counseling, group sessions, and family workshops. The stories of healing and transformation from this ministry are a testament to God’s work in the lives of those they serve.
Brandon First Methodist Church is proud to have had a relationship with the Costa Rica Mission Project for over two decades. We have seen firsthand the impact of their faithful service, and we are honored to continue supporting their mission.

Operation Christmas Child
Join us in spreading joy and the love of Christ to children around the world through Operation Christmas Child! This ministry, led by Samaritan's Purse, delivers gift-filled shoeboxes to children in need, along with the message of the Gospel.
Shoeboxes will be available for pickup starting October 26th in both the Main Lobby and the Family Life Center Lobby. Please be sure to return your filled shoebox by November 18th, along with a $10 donation to cover shipping and ministry costs.
Let’s make a difference—one shoebox at a time!
Shoeboxes will be available for pickup starting October 26th in both the Main Lobby and the Family Life Center Lobby. Please be sure to return your filled shoebox by November 18th, along with a $10 donation to cover shipping and ministry costs.
Let’s make a difference—one shoebox at a time!
Angel Tree
We’re excited to once again partner with the Bethlehem Center to provide Christmas gifts for children in need.
Angel Trees will be set up in the Main Lobby and Family Life Center Lobby starting November 23rd.
Please pick a tag from the tree and return your unwrapped gift by December 10th.
Let’s come together to bless these children and share the love of Christ this Christmas season!
Angel Trees will be set up in the Main Lobby and Family Life Center Lobby starting November 23rd.
Please pick a tag from the tree and return your unwrapped gift by December 10th.
Let’s come together to bless these children and share the love of Christ this Christmas season!
Trinity Mission
Our church has a long-standing relationship with Trinity Mission Center (Hispanic) in Forest, Mississippi,
where we annually help provide Thanksgiving meals for families in need.
This year, we are honored to once again serve 21 families with a Thanksgiving meal.
where we annually help provide Thanksgiving meals for families in need.
This year, we are honored to once again serve 21 families with a Thanksgiving meal.
- Monetary donations to purchase $25 Walmart Gift Cards
- 4lb. bag of Maseca (white package not brown)
- 5 lb. bag of white rice
- 4 lb. bag of dry red or black beans (no kidney beans)
- 48 oz. bottle of cooking oil (veg. or canola)
- 4 lb. bag of sugar
- 2 cans of whole kernel corn
- Bags of candy (snickers, kit-kat, 3 musketeers, etc...

Costa Rica Mission Trip
Costa Rica – 2026
June 13 – June 20, 2025
June 13 – June 20, 2025

Cursillo
The aim of the Methodist Cursillo is to bring Christians to a fuller personal knowledge of their relationship to Lord Jesus Christ, and to develop a deeper level of apostleship and commitment.
Cursillo is a program that calls forth and renews Christian discipleship. Cursillo is a 3 day experience, Thursday night through Sunday afternoon. It is a highly structured weekend designed to strengthen and renew the faith of Christians, and through them their families, congregations, and the world in which they live. During Cursillo, one will live and study together in singing, prayer, worship, and discussion. One will experience God’s grace personally through the prayers and acts of service of a living support community.
There are seven Cursillo weekend most years, five at Camp Wesley Pines.
Any adult interested may attend. You will get a local church Cursillo member to sponsor you. The cost is $185.00 for the weekend. Betsy Welch is the Brandon First Methodist Cursillo leader. We have many members of our church who attended Cursillo. We are all happy to share bits of our experience with you and encourage you to attend.
Cursillo is a program that calls forth and renews Christian discipleship. Cursillo is a 3 day experience, Thursday night through Sunday afternoon. It is a highly structured weekend designed to strengthen and renew the faith of Christians, and through them their families, congregations, and the world in which they live. During Cursillo, one will live and study together in singing, prayer, worship, and discussion. One will experience God’s grace personally through the prayers and acts of service of a living support community.
There are seven Cursillo weekend most years, five at Camp Wesley Pines.
Any adult interested may attend. You will get a local church Cursillo member to sponsor you. The cost is $185.00 for the weekend. Betsy Welch is the Brandon First Methodist Cursillo leader. We have many members of our church who attended Cursillo. We are all happy to share bits of our experience with you and encourage you to attend.
