The IMP mission statement is inspired by Deuteronomy 10:19 and encourages staff and volunteers to 'love God and love the stranger in the city'. The principle of loving those who are foreigners among us, as referenced in Deuteronomy 10:19 is strongly held as both a missional principle within the church and a prophetic sign to wider society, particularly in this cultural moment.
Integral mission is central to the effectiveness of the International Meeting Point. Maintaining this healthy balance between social action and gospel proclamation is key to the effectiveness of the Project. While everyone is welcomed within IMP, it also seeks to maintain a sharp focus on the needs of migrants and newcomers.
Our core values shape everything that we do:
- - GOSPEL: Being intentional with the gospel. (1 Peter 3:15; 2 Cor. 5:18-19)
- - WELCOME: Creating a place of welcome. (Lev. 19:33-34)
- - LEARNING: Hosting a space for learning. (Dan. 1:17)
- - PRESENCE: Being present with others and to God. (Rom. 12:15)
- - COMMUNITY: Growing a sense of community. (Luke 10:27)
- - MERCY: Engaging in ministries of mercy. (Luke 6:36)
- - COMPASSION: Serving with compassion and kindness. (Galatians 5:22-23)
IMP South and North Belfast are open Monday to Friday for people to call in and receive help. Both centres hold Bible studies, engage in personal witness, offer prayer, host English classes, and across both sites there are hot lunches provided for 120 people from over 40 different countries. South Belfast provides clothes for adults and North Belfast, located at Carlisle Circus, runs a Parent and Toddler group and nearby another IMP ministry operates the OP shop, selling baby clothes and equipment, praying with people and sharing the Good News as a means of reaching out to the local and international community.
IMP is funded by the United Appeal and supported and encouraged by the Presbyteries of South and North Belfast. We are so thankful for the wonderful team of volunteers who make all our ministries possible.
For more information, email [email protected] or visit The International Meeting Point Belfast on Facebook