Gospel ministry depends on devotion to prayer. We pray that God would open a door for the word to us and that we would make the gospel clear with words of grace and hearts filled with wisdom (Colossians 4:2-6). We pray that God will regenerate and redeem those that do not yet know Him. We pray along with the other churches of Greater Portland.

Consider joining one of the following gatherings.

• Eastpoint: Tuesdays at 6 PM and Thursdays at 6 AM
• Center Point Church: first Wednesday of the month at 6 PM
• Men pray Thursday at 6am at Rise Church
• The Transformation Project: prayer for revival, Thursdays, 12-1 PM
• Community of Grace: intercessory prayer Thursday 6:30 PM on zoom
• Rise Church: prayer night for global missions on the fourth Friday of the month, from 6:30-8 PM
• First Baptist Church of Portland: every Saturday morning from 10:30-11:30

“Stand up in the presence of the aged, show respect for the elderly and revere your God.” – Leviticus 19:32

Our Nursing Home Ministry exists to honor and care for the elderly through monthly visits filled with music, Scripture, and genuine connection. Many residents face loneliness and memory loss, and our time with them brings comfort, joy, and the hope of the Gospel in their later years.

We sing familiar hymns, share short devotionals, hand out puzzles and stuffed animals, and most importantly—spend time listening and loving. Just an hour of your time can make a lasting difference.

No experience is needed—just a heart to serve. Help pass out hymnals, sing along, turn pages, or simply share a smile. Children and youth are also welcome to join and bless residents with their presence or musical talents.

Join us:
Cape Memory Care_ (Cape Elizabeth) – 4th Thursday, 2:00 PM

The Cedars_ (Portland) – 2nd Saturday, 10:30 AM

Whether you come in person or support us in prayer, you are part of this ministry.

Contact Us: contact@cogchurch.us

The Saccarappa Elementary School in Westbrook has a large population of children from homes that are economically disadvantaged.  Sneakers for Saccarappa exists to reach into this community and provide proper footwear for children’s activities (for children who do not have access to footwear) and to encourage teachers and staff at the school.  Staff at the school identify their needs and Community of Grace seeks to help meet those needs.  Periodic appeals to the church body for donations of sneakers and socks and monetary donations are made throughout the school year. Our goal is to identify other ways of encouraging the teachers at this school as we build this relationship.  There is always an opening for anyone interested in assisting with this process.

CEF is a Bible centered, worldwide organization, whose purpose is to evangelize boys and girls with the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ and to establish (disciple) them in the Word of God and in a local church for Christian living. The state office helps to coordinate activities among the regional Maine chapters and operate a full summer program of camping at Camp Good News. They offer teacher training and a training program (Christian Youth In Action) for teens interested in teaching children.

To learn more about CEF of Maine click here.

The Transformation Project, located right here in Westbrook, addresses the root causes of addiction, incarceration, and brokenness by walking alongside individuals, equipping them to live in freedom, faith, and purpose. There are lots of ways to get involved: bring a meal for the weekly Bible study and encourage the group, become a mentor, provide a welcome gift for new residents, or give financially. We love partnering with a ministry that provides freedom, hope, and transformation in Christ to people wanting to do life differently. To find out how you can make a difference, click here .

In 1984, Munjoy Hill community in Portland was not a desirable place to live. Crime and poverty rates were high in the densely populated neighborhood, known as the “2nd Larges White Ghetto” in the US. A small group of Mennonite missionaries saw the need and responded by opening up a teen center in the dirt floor basement of a local church. The basement had been used as a root cellar for the community in previous years and the name stuck.

In 2001 we opened a 15,000 SQFT community center on Washington Ave in Portland. At the same time, we began to focus much of our ministry on responding to the needs of the growing immigrant and refugee community.

In 2006, we expanded to Lewiston, Maine’s 2nd largest city. Specifically, we moved into the Tree Streets Neighborhood. This diverse and gritty community is home to the highest density of poverty and youth in the state.

In 2012, the staff and board began to shift away from the charity model of “doing things for” the poor, to the development model of “doing things with” those in need. We now see our neighbors not as problems to be fixed, but as mutually encouraging friendships. We work together to seek the peace of our cities.

If you’ve felt stirred by the story and mission of the Root Cellar, consider this your invitation. Root Cellar continues to serve the most vulnerable in our cities by building relationships, fostering dignity, and walking alongside our neighbors. They are always in need of mission-minded volunteers—people with a heart to serve, learn, and love in practical ways.

If that sounds like you, reach out directly to Root Cellar to learn how you can get involved and help serve this incredible community.