Photo of First Baptist of St. Johns' building
First Baptist Church of St. Johns

Beacon of Hope Family
Care Center

Beacon of Hope Family Care Center is a ministry of First Baptist Church committed to meeting the spiritual and physical needs of families.  The center offers peer counseling, Bible studies, workshops on family and parenting topics, a food pantry, new and used clothing, baby equipment, and household items.

Programs and Services:

  • One-to-one relationships with volunteer advisors
    • Beacon of Hope is staffed by volunteers.  These volunteers are not trained as professional counselors nor are they licensed by the State
  • Opportunities for spiritual growth
  • A library with books, videos, and pamphlets on parenting, marriage, spiritual growth, personal growth, money and home management
  • Workshops on family and parenting topics
  • Referrals to First Baptist pastors, community helping programs, or professional service providers
  • Free pregnancy tests
    • Beacon of Hope does not refer clients for abortions
  • Opportunities to purchase new items through the Learn & Earn program

Learn & Earn Program:

Our "Learn & Earn" program enables participants to "earn" credits toward the purchase of new items.  Credit can be earned by engaging in a variety of activities including Bible study, church attendance, reading books or pamphlets, watching videos, keeping children's immunizations up-to-date, working towards degree completion and employment.

Material Assistance:

  • New & used maternity clothes
  • New & used children's clothes newborn to size 12
  • New & used baby equipment
  • Diapers and other baby care products
  • Food
  • Household items
  • Dresser ministry

Hours:

Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 
2nd Tuesday of the Month: Noon - 2 PM
(By Appointment Only)

For More Information Contact:

Phone Number: (989) 224-0328
Call Toll Free - (866) 604-6447
Address:  503 E. Buchanan St., St. Johns, MI 48879
E-mail: bohfcc@juno.com  
Pastor Ron Sischo - Pastor of Small Groups and Discipleship

 


 

First Baptist Church - Saint Johns, Michigan
Phone: (989) 224-3110; Address: 512 South US-27, Saint Johns, MI 48879