St. Paul AME
04/29/2023
9:00 am
1:00 pm
St. Paul AME Church
501 Park Ave, Columbia, MO, USA

St. Paul AME Church

  • Arrival Time: 8:45-9:00 a.m.
  • Lunch for Volunteers:
    • Time: Noon-1:00 p.m.
    • Location: Douglass Park, 400 N. Providence Rd.

Why are we serving here?

One of the rewarding ways in which ForColumbia serves its city is by bringing Christians together to serve other churches that are actively working every day in the lives of people in Columbia. St. Paul AME Church is a congregation situated in Columbia’s First Ward and is partnering with ForColumbia for the first time! The congregation reached out asking for books to be donated for some little free libraries they hoped to install, so neighbors in the downtown area could have access to reading material at no cost. Not only are we hoping to donate books, but we’re providing three of these libraries – and installing them as well!

What can I expect?

ForColumbia volunteers will be working outside doing a variety of projects:

  • Painting three little free libraries prior to being installed on the property;
  • Weeding, mulching, and planting in garden beds surrounding the building, and raking leaves around the property;
  • Installing plexiglass covers on the church’s ground-level basement windows to prevent leaves and trash from accumulating;
  • Some potential painting to be done outside, and;
  • Some potential spreading of gravel in the parking lot.

2023 ForColumbia Volunteer and Site Leader Shirts

What should I bring?

  • Volunteers should bring work/garden gloves and any small hand tools they have.
  • Come prepared to work outside; if sunny, we encourage you to consider bringing sunscreen and/or a hat.
  • We encourage all volunteers to wear closed-toed shoes.
  • Be sure to wear your #ForColumbia2023 T-shirt!

Can I serve here with my children?

Yes, children are welcome to participate.