Strawberry Baptist Association

The mission of Interfaith Outreach Association is to relieve distress and improve the quality of life for our neighbors in need by providing programs that offer education, guidance, and support. IOA serves as a vehicle for interfaith cooperation in Central Virginia whereby congregations become members of IOA and enter into partnerships with each other, their respective denominations, and community agencies to accomplish its mission. IOA serves the cities of Lynchburg and Bedford and the counties of Amherst, Appomattox, Bedford, and Campbell. Interfaith Outreach Association ( IOA ) began as a program of Lynchburg Covenant Fellowship ( LCF ) in 1966. The Reverends Bev Cosby of Church of the Covenant, Doug Oldenburg of Covenant Presbyterian Church, James Pannell of Jackson Street United Methodist Church and Alex Robertson of St. Paul's Episcopal Church joined together to help meet needs in our community. Through their efforts, a program that provided tutoring for inner city children was established. As additional needs became apparent, IOA formed its own 501 ( c ) ( 3 ) agency in 1982, known as Kum Ba Yah Association. The name was changed to Interfaith Outreach Association in 1991 to more clearly state the Association's mission to work in an interfaith effort. Our success in developing programs that respond to the needs of our neighbors is reflected in the spin off of agencies that began as programs of IOA, including Greater Lynchburg Habitat for Humanity, The Adult Care Centers, and the Free Clinic of Central Virginia's MedsHelp prescription program. IOA continues to develop programs and partner with other agencies to accomplish its mission.

The Pittsylvania Baptist Association, founded in 1788, has a rich history of uniting like-minded churches to spread the gospel of Christ throughout the region. With over 200 years of experience, the association is dedicated to strengthening churches and engaging communities through collaborative resources and mission efforts. Committed to the Great Commission, the association empowers churches to reach out to those in need within their communities. By providing tools, training, and support, the Pittsylvania Baptist Association helps congregations live on mission and make a meaningful impact, one project and one relationship at a time. Generated from the website

Good News Ministries is a church family located in Staunton, VA, dedicated to fostering relationships through shared worship, service, and spiritual growth. The community invites individuals and families to join them in seeking Christ together and engaging in meaningful fellowship. With a focus on inclusivity, Good News Ministries offers a variety of services, including Sunday morning worship and midweek Bible studies, catering to all ages. Their mission emphasizes love for God, love for people, and the importance of making disciples within the community. Generated from the website