The Good Samaritan Fund is an endowed fund of the church dedicated to charitable purposes. Providing direct humanitarian assistance for food, transportation, assistance with housing or utilities, etc., the committee also provides referral and support from the community when it is available. Bethlehem on Broad Street is a birthday party for Christ given for the homeless, poor, or lonely on Christmas Day at First Church. Guests receive a hot turkey dinner with all the fixings, toiletries, gifts, new and gently used clothing, a free phone call to anywhere in the USA, as well as fellowship and people to talk to. Advocacy for justice and the disadvantaged is another area of Mission at First Church.
Primary focus is to influence legislators concerning laws, and to increase community awareness.
The UCCI Committee works with the United Church of Christ conferences to make a greater impact in the world. English as a Second Language Classes meet at First Church throughout the week. This program teaches English primarily to immigrants and refugees.