Program areas at The Gathering at Community First
Afps main Gathering is A weekly uniting point of contact for our neighbors longing for spiritual care and Community. Through The empowerment of volunteers and The Gathering of neighbors, afps weekly ecumenical serivce provides A place of safety, belonging, and connection for those who have experienced long-term isolation and marginalization.
Chaplain services are an essential part of afp. As we come alongside our neighbors who are navigating their own and their neighbors illnesses, griefs, and The end-of-life, we provide consistent care and sacred services that bring healing and hope. In day-to-day chaplaincy, we provide spiritual direction, one-on-one pastoral care, and respond to moments of crises with calm and consistency, creating trust and advocating for our neighbors overall well-being.
Through our Community building programs such as retreats, weekly small groups, and ongoing shared meals afp is able to provide more in-depth, holistic spiritual care to our neighbors. These environments and experiences of relational connection and spiritual safety create supportive friendships among our team, our neighbors, and our volunteers.