God has invited us to be a part of His mission to embody and share the good news of Jesus in our words and in our actions, to the whole world. To learn more about opportunities to get involved with our global partnerships below, contact Amy Carlan.
Upcoming FPC Mission Trips
Dominican Republic | June 6-12, 2026
This trip will be open to adults and families. High school students may participate on their own with parental permission. More details will be released as the date draws closer. For information, contact Amy Carlan.
Why Short-term Mission Trips?
Short-term mission trips are opportunities for the people who participate to be transformed more into the image of Christ as they serve under the leadership of brothers and sisters in Christ from other cultures and communities and put the good of others above their own. Short-term missions also allow our covenant partners to encounter other cultures that expand their perspective and understanding of God’s world and God’s work in the world.
God can, and does, do good work in us as we engage in mission through short -term trips. At the same time, we know that they are costly, and we want to relieve some of that burden so that more people can participate.
If you would like more information on applying for a short term mission scholarship, please see the following documents:
Antioch Partners - Guatemala
Missionaries: Eric and Debbie Stone
The mission field in which the Stones serve, Guatemala, is a mission paradox. While being one of the most evangelized counties in the world statistically, Guatemala is continually ranked as one of the most violent, especially against women. The Stone’s ministries are designed to promote a Christian culture via education and practical training that helps folks make decisions that facilitate an ordered, God ordained existence in the face of growing social chaos. Their ministries prioritize women and children.
September 2025 Updates
PRAYER REQUESTS:
That our sons continue to navigate times of limbo successfully.
That my dad's rehabilitation goes well.
That we might plan and begin some type of community development project in Chiquimula soon.
PRAISES:
- That the church where Eric congregates in Asheville, Aposento Alto, has provided a loving community for both Eric and Dan.
- That the Lord's work in Pueblo Modelo will continue even as we set our sights on facilitating Christian Community Development in other communities.
- That a US church has recently inquired about funding some type of food distribution project (we could use that in a breakfast program for kids in Chiquimula).
Mission Emanuel is a long-time ministry partner of First Pres. Through Mission Emanuel, we have the opportunity to serve our friends in the small communities of Cielo and Nazaret in the Dominican Republic. Mission Emanuel aims to transform communities through the power of Jesus Christ through short-term mission work and relational ministry.
Upcoming Mission Trips
Women's Trip: February 7-14, 2026
Mission Emanuel is offering its annual trip for women only in February. This is a special week filled with friendship, fellowship, worship, and, of course, FUN! Click here to view the flyer.
Next FPC Trip: June 6-12, 2026
This trip will be open to adults and families. High school students may participate on their own with parental permission. More details will be released as the date draws closer.
For information, contact Amy Carlan.
September 2025 Updates
PRAYER REQUESTS:
Praise for the continued growth of the school. There are currently around 620 students currently sponsored (a big increase in 2025). With new classrooms having been built the school is projected to add 50+ new students in the coming school year.
Praise for the local community outreach via the clinics, water treatment facility, and project work. The clinic serves over 600 per month while there are 11,000 bottles of water distributed. Each of these numbers represent an individual or family touched by the ministry and hearing the gospel message.
Pray for the electricity challenges caused by rolling power outages impacting the Dominican Republic. These outages impact the capacity to serve in the clinics as well as the water treatment facility and schools. Pray for those seeking solutions and for the Lord to provide wisdom and resources to make solutions possible.
Pray for the open position of Short-Term Mission Director. May the Lord bring the right person in His good timing.
Pray continually for the staff in both the US and the DR as they both do ministry and share the gospel.
- Praise for the trips this year. There have been 402 trip participants. Trips upcoming in both October and November! Be praying for the 30th Year Celebrations in October, 10-13 or for the full week trip through October 17.
Egypt
First Presbyterian partners with the Presbyterian Church of Zagazig, which is affiliated with the ECO Synod of the Nile. The Outreach Foundation is a helpful source to find updates from our friends in Egypt.
September 2025 Updates
PRAYER REQUESTS:
Pray for healing for an ongoing medical issue for Pastor Wael's wife Marian also pray for wisdom and strength.
Please continue to pray for Pastor Wael's health.
Pray for peace in the Middle East.
Please pray for an incarcerated member of the Zagazig church family who needs grace and mercy and for God’s timely intervention.
Frontier Fellowship
Haiti
Our church partners with Haiti Outreach Ministries. HOM aims to “share the gospel with the people of Haiti through evangelism, education, and medical care.”
Prayer Requests
Haiti Outreach Ministries asks for prayers for Haiti. Violence and insecurity have skyrocketed, leading to many deaths in the capital, Port-au-Prince. Many people have been displaced or have fled from their homes seeking safety in the countryside or other areas. People are scared and on edge as daily life and routine activities are difficult due to fear of violence and kidnapping.
Please pray...
- for a return to peace and stability.
- for the hearts of those involved in gangs, that their hearts would be softened, and they would turn away from violence against their brothers & sisters.
- for those in power, that they would use their position for good and turn away from greed or self-interest.
- for those who are scared, that they would feel God’s love, care, and protection.
- for our Haitian staff as they serve our ministry, that they would have courage and feel’s God protection over them.
- for a better future for all of Haiti.
Prayer For All Nations
We go and make disciples of all nations through prayer. Our group prays for nations and people groups who have not yet heard the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Each week, participants learn about three people groups who are unreached and lift them up in prayer. Help us pray that all people would encounter Christ, and that the Spirit would enable His followers to participate in His mission to go and make disciples of all nations (Matt. 28:19-20).
Contact Philip King for information or to register to participate.