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Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good. His love endures forever. – Psalm 136
PSM Launches New Giving Program – The Dwelling
The Dwelling is a body of individuals and organizations committed to Gospel-centered community development and is built by monthly donors who understand generous and faithful giving is used by God to change lives. Jesus chose to make His dwelling among those He...
Lynne Simpkins – August Spotlight
Meet V. Lynne Simpkins, Parker Street Ministries’ newest Board of Trustees member. Learn a little more about her below. Fun fact: Lynne was a founding Board member of PSM and served when the ministry was incorporated! Welcome back, Lynne! What is your...
Another Smart Start for Neighborhood Kids
Thanks to the faithful donors who assisted in the most successful Start Smart Education Essentials Campaign to date! Because of you (as of August 16), 141 neighborhood kids started school prepared. In addition to providing backpacks, school supplies, and uniforms,...
Did You Know? Summer Camp Stats & Highlights
This summer, 108 youth in K-12 participated in Summer Camp and Workforce Lab! Campers in K-8 received: 6 hours of swim lessons at the YMCA 60 hours of academic time The opportunity to attend five field trips including ZooTampa at Lowry Park, the Florida Aquarium,...
Lessons Learned by Workforce Lab Participants
Now in its seventh year, Workforce Lab continues to prepare young high schoolers who live in the Parker Street neighborhood for life beyond high school as they enter the workforce. Primarily a financial capability program, Workforce Lab teaches soft job skills in an...
NOW HIRING: Full-Time Young Adult Program Director & Part-Time Classroom Leaders
Parker Street Ministries (PSM) is now hiring for a Full-Time Young Adult Program Director. This position is salaried and includes benefits. To read the job description and requirements, click here. PSM is also hiring Part-Time Classroom Leaders. To learn more,...
National Night Out at The Well 2022
The chance of rain may have moved National Night Out at The Well indoors, but it didn't keep residents away! What a fun night for our neighborhoods! The evening included arts and crafts, Well-done Events' gaming truck, a build your own droid activity provided by...
Zach Gilmore – July Spotlight
Meet Zach Gilmore: Artist, writer, and Project Room mentor at Parker Street Ministries! Zach Gilmore is a storyteller. Since he was a kid, all Zach wanted to do was to bring to life the words and imaginings in his brain and share them with others. He spends his free...
Host a House Party!
Yeah, we’re totally fishing for an invitation! This fall, Parker Street Ministries wants to connect with friends and future friends through House Parties. The concept is simple: Invite YOUR friends, church groups, etc. over for a short, informal gathering. PSM’s...
Tracy Wilson – June Spotlight
Tracy Wilson is a longtime PSM supporter and current Advisory Committee Member. Learn a little more about her below. What drew you to PSM? In the early 2000s, my church (First Presbyterian Church) became involved in Parker Street and we started a small project team to...