local missions

Jesus told His disciples to be witnesses to His love and presence in Jerusalem- the place where they currently found themselves- then to the surrounding area and finally to the world (Acts 1:8).  Our Local Missions represent an answer to the call to serve our immediate community.  Below are some of the on-going Local Missions projects of Cordele First Church.  You are cordially invited to be a part of any of them!  If you have questions or would like to get involved, please contact us!


  • Celebrate REcovery

    Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find freedom from your hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12 step recovery program for people dealing with a variety of dependency issues.


    Celebrate Recovery meets every Tuesday evening in the Cordele First Church Activities Center.

    Join us for dinner                5:30pm

    Large group gathering        6:30pm

    Small groups                        7:30pm


    For more information, click HERE of you are interested in helping with or supporting the ministry of Celebrate Recovery. Financial support can be given HERE.


    Coming July 26, 2025- "Women's Night of Hope"  featuring Pastor Bethany Anderson.  Click Here for full details and Register for the event here.

  • Soul food

    To be involved in our Soul Food ministry, you can simply show up or email Dale Steinert for more information.


    Soul Food exists to serve the hungry and disadvantaged in our community by joining in worship and giving away Bibles, clothes, and food to those who need it the most!


    We meet at 9 AM on the 3rd Tuesday of each month to help bag food and prepare for Soul Food. 

    Then, at 9 AM on the 3rd Thursday of each month we host Soul Food - 

    a time of worship and distribution of items. Hundreds from our community gather in our Activities Center to worship together and receive assistance.


    Opportunities to serve at Soul Food:

    • Check-In/Registration
    • Distribution of clothes/food
    • So much more!

  • community health fair

    We recognize that in our local community we are blessed in many ways, but at the same time we are also aware that not everyone enjoys the same access to various resources. The Community Health Fair is one way that Cordele First has sought to respond to this situation, in collaboration with other churches, community agencies and health care providers.


    The Health Fair seeks to provide help with various health needs (including dental, vision, vaccinations), and support in other areas (legal and social services, car seats for infants, etc.). The church's Activities Center has hosted two such events, in 2022 and 2023, and we hope to be able to do so again in the future.


    The Health Fair begins on July 10, 11 & 12!  Click Here to see how you can be a part this year!

  • Freedom house

    Freedom House as a residential home that aids in recovery through a structured, Christian environment.  The program aims to build a strong foundation for men who are focused and committed to a process of recovery from drug and alcohol addiction as guided by the Holy Spirit, leading to genuine transformation.  The house is currently under construction and the program under development.  There is a great need for this ministry in our community and if you feel called to support it, click here or contact us for more information.