Vision of Mercy (Serve the City)
2024-11-16 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Church of the First Born, 3418 St. Elmo Ave., Chattanooga, 37409, United States
“Vision of Mercy serves the homeless community of Chattanooga through the provision of food bags, essential kits, and emergency shelter.”
Join us for a work day with Vision of Mercy! Volunteers will assist in assembling and distributing food boxes in Chattanooga. Please register on Realm Connect.
This team will be led by Home Missions Committee members Larry Goodman and Mary Kaufmann. This volunteer opportunity is available for mature children, teens, and adults.

Fall Church Work Day
2024-11-16 09:00 - 12:00
The deacons invite everyone to the Annual Fall Church Work Day; help us clean up outside the church! Tasks include leaf collection, weeding, and vine removal. We will have donuts and drinks for volunteers. The whole church family is encouraged to come and participate.

Women's Dessert & Discussion
2024-11-12 19:00 - 20:30 | GA Town Hall
All women are invited to join us at the GA Town Hall to discuss the research in Jonathan Haidt’s recent book The Anxious Generation on how technology and social media are shaping our kids. The night will include small group discussion and a panel of LMPC women. We encourage you to engage with the material before coming either through by reading the book or listening to the author’s discussion of his material on any number of podcasts. Please register for this free event on Realm Connect by Nov. 11.

Amani Ya Juu (Serve the City)
2024-11-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Amani Ya Juu Chattanooga, 420 S. Willow St., Chattanooga, TN, 37404, United States
Join us for a work day with Amani Ya Juu Chattanooga! Volunteers will help with miscellaneous tasks in and around the warehouse, including pricing items and painting. Please register on Realm Connect.
This team will be led by Home Missions Committee member, Nathan Thompson, and is appropriate for mature children, teens and adults. Coffee and pastries will be provided.
“Amani Chattanooga seeks to be a place that engages its local community through message of Christ’s Peace, as well as reinvest in the local community by reaching out with skills training and jobs.”

Hurricane Relief Collection
2024-10-11 08:30 - 12:00, 2024-10-10 08:30 - 12:00 | JHYB
We have been given the opportunity to collect items for hurricane relief efforts in Asheville, North Carolina. In order to have these items delivered as soon as possible, we will only be collecting items on Thursday and Friday, October 10 and 11, then transporting the items to another church for delivery.
All donations must be dropped at the Jane Harris Youth Building between 8:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Thursday or Friday. The collected items will be transported to a partnering church on Friday afternoon, then to Asheville on Saturday morning.
It is very important that you do not bring items that are not included in our collection list, and no clothing will be accepted.
Additionally, notes of encouragement and prayer will be accepted and distributed when possible.
Requested Items:
Water
Clorox
Clorox wipes
Disposable gloves
Masks
Tarps
Bungee cords
Rope
Duct tape
Crow bar
Diapers (adult/baby) + wipes
Blankets
Formula & baby food
C and D batteries
Band-Aids
Antibiotic cream
Rubbing alcohol
Feminine care products

Loss of a Spouse Seminar
2024-10-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Lookout Mountain, GA City Hall
Loss of a Spouse is a two hour GriefShare event for those who have lost their spouse. The session will include a video, workbook, and discussion. The registration fee of $7.00 is for the cost of the workbook and will be paid on the day of the event. Please register on Realm Connect.

Evening of Worship on the Ridge
2024-08-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Missionary Ridge
We hope you will join us for an evening out on Missionary Ridge to kick off the new ministry year. We will gather outside Jill Pulver’s home overlooking our city for a time of song, prayer and fellowship. Appetizers, desserts, and drinks will be provided. Please register on Realm Connect to receive the address and parking instructions. Parking will be limited, so you are encouraged to carpool.

Summer Study
2024-07-29 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-07-22 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-07-15 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-07-08 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-07-01 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-06-24 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-06-17 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-06-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Various Homes
College-age women are invited to a summer study on Mondays evenings to include guided prayer and discussion on a rich book of prayers, Every Moment Holy. Drop in whenever your schedule allows, even if you cannot commit to the whole summer. For more information and the location, please contact Christy Gambrell, christy.gambrell@gmail.com, or Julie Dean, julie@lmpc.org.

Sunday Lunch with Missionary Guests
2024-04-21 12:30 - 13:30 | Various Homes
Interested in furthering the conversation? Enjoy more in-depth discussion with our missionary guests over lunch. Register on Realm Connect beginning April 1.

Dessert Gatherings with Missionaries
2024-04-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Various Homes
Join missionary guests for dessert and conversation in the homes of individuals in our community. Register on Realm Connect beginning April 1.

Missionary Luncheon
2024-04-18 12:00 - 13:30 | Fellowship Hall
Enjoy lunch while participating in discussion and a Q&A panel with our missionary guests. Register on Realm Connect beginning April 1. Menu: chicken salad, croissant, pasta salad, dessert.

World Missions Conference Kick-Off Dinner
2024-04-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Fellowship Hall
Join us for dinner and fellowship, followed by children’s programming concurrent with an adult Q&A session. Nursery is available and registration is required. Register on Realm Connect beginning April 1.

Young Adults @ Oddstory
2024-04-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Oddstory, 1604 Central Ave, Chattanooga, TN, 37408, United States
Young adults (ages 23-40), come meet at Oddstory for an evening of games and food. Bring your kids! Food and drinks will be available for purchase. No registration required.

Setting Parents Free: Parenting Seminar Sat. Morning
2024-03-02 09:00 - 12:00 | Fellowship Hall
Dr. John L. Cox, author of Setting Parents Free, is our featured speaker for this two-session seminar meeting on Friday, March 1 at 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, March 2 at 9:00 a.m. (*Childcare offered for nursery & preschool-age on Saturday morning.) This seminar isn’t just for parents; come and be equipped to better lead the children in your life.
We will look at what kids need to become healthy adults, with a special focus on powerful discipline and what it looks like to speak love to your kids. Bring your questions! You are welcome to attend one or both sessions as you are able. Please register on Realm Connect so we know how many to expect. Snacks will be provided.
Schedule
Friday night: “The Big Picture of Parenting” / building a proactive model
Saturday part 1: “Teaching Your Kids How to Choose Well” / deconstructing discipline
Saturday part 2: “Teaching Your Kids About Love” / growing up rooted and grounded in love
Q&A

Setting Parents Free: Parenting Seminar Fri. Night
2024-03-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Fellowship Hall
Dr. John L. Cox, author of Setting Parents Free, is our featured speaker for this two-session seminar meeting on Friday, March 1 at 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, March 2 at 9:00 a.m. (*Childcare offered for nursery & preschool-age on Saturday morning.) This seminar isn’t just for parents; come and be equipped to better lead the children in your life.
We will look at what kids need to become healthy adults, with a special focus on powerful discipline and what it looks like to speak love to your kids. Bring your questions! Please register on Realm Connect so we know how many to expect. Snacks will be provided.
Schedule
Friday night: “The Big Picture of Parenting” / building a proactive model
Saturday part 1: “Teaching Your Kids How to Choose Well” / deconstructing discipline
Saturday part 2: “Teaching Your Kids About Love” / growing up rooted and grounded in love
Q&A

Young Adult Potluck
2024-02-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Nettleton Home
LMPC young adults (Ages 23-40) are invited to the home of Mary and Wil Nettleton for a potluck dinner. Register on Realm Connect by Friday, February 9. Please bring a side dish for sharing (i.e. salad, dip/appetizer, or dessert). You will be able to add your choice of sides to your Realm Connect registration. The Nettletons will provide the main entrée. Adults only, please.

Women's Winter Mini Retreat
2024-02-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Young Life Building, 757 E MLK Blvd, Chattanooga, TN, 37403, United States
Join us for a morning of fellowship, worship, and teaching from Liz Edrington at the Young Life Building downtown. Doors will open at 9:00 a.m. for breakfast and coffee with worship beginning at 9:45.
Liz Edrington will speak on the topic of gospel-shaped community: knowing others and being known. Liz is the Director of Fellowship Groups and Young Adults at North Shore Fellowship. She is also the author of Anxiety: Finding the Better Story, which was recently named the Gospel Coalition’s best Bible study and devotional book of the year.
Please register on Realm Connect; cost is $25.

VIP Appreciation Soup/Salad Luncheon
2024-01-21 12:30 - 14:00 | JHYB
VIPs, join us for a relaxed time of food and fellowship. We will hear from our pastor of congregational care, John Mark Scruggs. There is no cost, but seating is limited; please register on Realm Connect by Thursday, January 18. (Registration will be available 1.11.24.)

High School Salt & Light Ski Trip
2024-01-06 07:00 - 22:30 | Cataloochee Ski Area
Parents, we need your help with transportation! If you are willing to help drive, please email Annie (annie@lmpc.org) or Josh (josh@lmpc.org) as soon as possible.
REGISTER here on Realm Connect. Deadline: December 13.
2 REQUIRED FORMS that must be completed and submitted no later than December 13.
-Cataloochee Ski Area Assumption of Risk and Liability Release Agreement
-Rental Release

Serve the City: Boxes of Blessing
2023-12-02 09:00 - 14:00 | Chattanooga Bakery, 900 Manufacturers Road, Chattanooga, TN, 37401, United States
*Update: Given the great response, we now have a waitlist for Boxes of Blessing. Please join the waitlist if you’re interested in serving. If you previously registered and are now unable to attend, please cancel your registration on Realm Connect.
For Serve the City this year, we are partnering with Boxes of Blessing to assemble boxes of food for distribution through our local ministry partners for those in need. We need many hands, and all ages are welcome and encouraged to come and help! This is a perfect opportunity for families and small groups to serve together. Please register on Realm Connect for a 9:00 or 11:30 a.m. time slot.

Family-Friendly Missions Report
2023-11-12 17:30 - 18:30 | Fellowship Hall
Join us for a time of family fun and fellowship as we hear from Dr. Ananthi Jebasingh with Friends of the Good Samaritans School in India. Children’s activities and light refreshments available. Nursery provided for children ages 0-3.

Young Adult Friendsgiving
2023-11-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Nettleton Home
Young Adult (ages 23-40) Friendsgiving will be held at Mary and Wil Nettleton’s home. The Nettletons will provide the turkey and ham; bring a side or dessert to share. This is an adults-only event. Please register on Realm Connect by Monday, November 6. (*Note that this date has changed from Nov. 16.)
