About Us

Decatur Presbyterian Church maintains the Threshold Ministry to support the individuals experiencing homelessness and other effects of poverty. The purpose of Threshold Ministry is to invite women, men, and children who are in need into a community of faith where their stories can be heard, where Christ’s love can be demonstrated, and where practical assistance can be offered. Our volunteers and staff welcome all those who visit Threshold as a safe place where we listen attentively, learn our guest’s stories, share joy over their successes, and commiserate with them during times of misfortune.

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The ability of the Threshold Ministry to continue its support of those in need depends upon the generous contributions of donors like you. If you would like to make a donation to the Threshold Ministry, please click here to do so.

Threshold Ministry Newsletter

The Threshold Ministry Steering Committee publishes a quarterly newsletter, which is designed to provide updates on upcoming events and partner activities, volunteer and guest spotlights, Steering Committee news, and messages from the Threshold Ministry staff.  To download a copy of the current newsletter, please click here.

Threshold Ministry at Decatur Presbyterian Church

At the Threshold Ministry, we seek to establish a relationship with our guests, not simply to process transactions. Visitors to this ministry are invited into the life of Decatur Presbyterian Church, especially to attend services of worship and participate in fellowship activities. A key task of Threshold volunteers and staff is to help guests navigate the maze of resources that exist for the economically disadvantaged.

The Threshold Ministry does not place geographic or other restrictions on its guests – we attempt to provide service to all who are experiencing need. The ultimate goal of Threshold is to create – through compassionate outreach – a community of faith that fully reflects the vision expressed in Scripture, where everyone experiences what it means to be a child of God – belonging, engaged, and being transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit. Threshold Ministry provides the following assistance:

1. MARTA cards are provided for medical appointments, job interviews, new employment, and transportation to appointments, when arranged by the Threshold Ministry.
2. Bag lunches are provided on Mondays from 11:30 to 12:30 in front of the Threshold Building, 218 Sycamore Street, Decatur 30030.
3. Gas cards are available once per month, when arranged by the Threshold Ministry, to individuals living in their cars.
4. Hygiene kit (one per thirty-day period)
5. Winter kits (containing a hat, gloves, and a scarf), coats, and blankets (during winter months only)
6. When funds are available, Threshold may be able to provide limited financial assistance.
7. Referrals to partner agencies or other groups for additional assistance:

• • With utilities or rent
  • Food pantries
  • Help finding employment and educational opportunities
  • Medical treatment
  • Immediate and long-term shelter

The Threshold Ministry has also partnered with the following organizations and guests may be referred to one of these groups for additional assistance.

1. Atlanta Legal Aid In Person Clinic–held third Wednesday of each month from 11 am to 1 pm, by appointment only
2. First Step Staffing Disability Specialists–held third Thursday of each month, during Threshold Open Hours, (10 to 11:30 am), by appointment only.
3. VA Outreach Specialists–third Thursday of each month, during Threshold Open Hours (10-11:30 am), first come first serve.  Please tell Threshold volunteers/staff you wish to see the VA team.