Friends of FPC

Alcovy CASA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children in foster care in Newton and Walton Counties of Georgia.

By advocating for children who have experienced abuse or neglect, our volunteers amplify each child's voice and help change a child's story.

The mission of the Community Arts Association in Newton County is to encourage youth and adults in the community to participate in the arts both as audience and as artists and to present world-class artists to all the citizens of this area.

We believe that children belong in the care of healthy, loving families. And that families should be supported by their local church and caring members of their community. This philosophy – established by our parent organization, The Global Orphan Project, as ‘Circles of Care’ – puts the child at the center of everything we do and fundamentally guides our work to ensure a healthier, family-style model of care for every child we serve.

The Covington Family YMCA serves as a hub for the diverse and growing Covington community. At the Y, individuals, youth and families connect with each other through group exercise, youth and adult sports, day camp, wellness programs for all fitness levels, and community events. With our strong partnership with the City of Covington, local schools and universities and neighboring businesses, the Covington Family Y enhances the programs and services available to our community. The Y is truly a place where everyone is welcome and knows your name!

FaithWorks is a Christian ministry uniting member churches in service to our community! FaithWorks provides emergency financial aid to Newton County residents for mortgage, rent and utility assistance. With the combined resources of local businesses, individuals and our member churches, our aid is not only financial, but also training and services to help individuals become self-sustaining. 

Family Promise of New Rock (FPNR) is a network of congregations, volunteers and organizations in the Rockdale and Newton communities working together to help families with children experiencing homelessness achieve sustainable independence. Since November of 2011, Family Promise of NewRock has provided housing and resources to 210 individuals, including 138 children, from 55 families facing homelessness from our community. Family Promise of NewRock is making it’s way back to serving Newton & Rockdale Counties… With your help & support we know that we will be back to serving the homeless local families very soon.

The Newton Chamber of Commerce has been the voice for business in Covington-Newton County County since 1951, and we are committed to providing members with a measurable return on their chamber investment and while making Newton County a great place to live, work, and play.

The Newton Chamber of Commerce is a private, membership-driven organization comprised of more than 550 business enterprises, civic organizations, educational institutions, and individuals. Its mission is to provide leadership that facilitates the creation of a prosperous local economy and effective advocacy for its members.

Our mission is to provide educational excellence for ALL students. Our students regularly compete at the local, state, and national levels and we pride ourselves as a district that provides great academic and extracurricular programs for our students. Whether you are a parent, grandparent, resident, or business owner, I encourage you to get involved and support Newton County Schools-where Spirit, Pride, and Excellence make the difference!

The Newton Education Foundation puts community resources to work for our children so they can achieve academic and personal success. We do this through student advocacy, targeted investment, and programs that empower schools and teachers to meet the needs of all children because great schools build great communities.

The mission of Newton Trails is to promote, develop, and sustain a connected system of greenway trails which support vibrant, healthy, and prosperous communities and the conservation of natural habitats, plants, and wildlife.

Newton Trails believes a well-planned trail system will create a higher quality of life, providing economic, environmental, conservation, and physical and mental health benefits for our community.

Thornwell’s vision is to see hopeful, healthy, and empowered children and families fulfilling their God-given potential. As a Christian ministry, our mission is to provide safe an nurturing environments where we educate, equip, and support children and families to thrive.

The Presbytery of Greater Atlanta is a ministry that supports and connects a network of 85 congregations, 35 new worshiping communities, 400 ministers serving in various capacities, and 29,000 constituents. We are one of 16 presbyteries that make up the Synod of South Atlantic and the largest (by population) of 166 presbyteries — a regional governing body or mid council — of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).

Everything we do as an organization and as a community is guided by our PW Purpose, and that includes ministry, resources and relationships.

Forgiven and freed by God in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves

to nurture our faith through prayer and Bible study,

to support the mission of the church worldwide,

to work for justice and peace, and

to build an inclusive, caring community of women that strengthens the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom.

Presbyterian Homes of Georgia is a statewide ministry, serving more than 1,300 residents on six campuses. Even as the ministry grows, our mission to enhance the quality of life for senior adults remains constant. Our tradition of excellence is unchanged, and thanks to the support of many people and congregations across the state, our promise to serve Georgia’s seniors endures.

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance enables congregations and partners of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) to witness to the healing love of Christ through caring for communities adversely affected by crisis and catastrophic event.

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is the emergency and refugee program of the Presbyterian Church U.S.A. The core budget, including staff and administrative costs, is funded through the One Great Hour of Sharing, and its program work is additionally funded through designated gifts.

We gather in sacred spaces to explore, renew, and connect with our faith, our communities, and ourselves.

As a ministry affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), we seek to serve individuals and congregations in their journeys of faith. “Reformed and always being reformed according to the Word of God,” the Montreat Conference Center welcomes all by embodying hospitality, engaging grace, experiencing connection, cultivating curiosity and stewarding God’s creation.

All Are Welcome Here. Montreat Conference Center is a private Christian institution that strives to demonstrate intentional hospitality to all.

Sparking growth through enriching retreats and outdoor adventures. We live out our faith by acknowledging Christ as the center of who we are and what we do. Our high level of integrity guarantees excellence and respect in all we do. We value people as they grow individually and in community. We seek to meet the needs of our guests through the ministry of hospitality. stewardship is lived out through faithful utilization of time, talent, finances, and the environment. Experiental learning provides ongoing development and growth.