Urban Christian Ministries

Urban Christian Ministries is a non-profit, tax exempt, non-denominational Christian home missionary organization founded in 1970, committed to serving youth and their families in the inner city of Buffalo. For over 44 years, UCM has worked in the area of youth development and providing youth services through innovative programs that provide life changing experiences.

Our Mission:

Impacting our youth and communities for Christ!

As we look around, it is clear to see that our youth are living in the midst of crisis and turmoil. From our young people’s perspective, there is no vision of hope. They need to realize that there are people, churches and agencies such as UCM, that have a heart for them and the resources and services to help make their present and future situation better.
Our ministry continues to teach and equip youth with essential Christ-centered life skills, thereby leading to the development of a positive, successful adult lifestyle.

LEGACY After School Program:

Our after school program for children ages 5-12 is designed to go beyond homework help. Through projects, crafts, and guest speakers, we are increasing student's social awareness, daily living skills and service in the community. Our programs seek to develop Christian character within our students that will give them the faith foundation that will serve them for life.

L- living

E- eternally

G- grateful

A- as

C- Christian

Y- youth

Confidence & Conditioning: Starting March 2nd, 2016

This is a yearlong program in six week increments that will teach Confidence and Conditioning. We will be modeling what it means to be Christ-like as we mentor them. The program will have weekly themes which all of our activities will be centered upon. Biblical teachings and principles will be included.

For teenage boys age 12 - 17

The Confidence piece will focus on:
Leadership Skills
How to Dress
Respect for Women
Mental Focus and Drive
Hygiene
Respect for Elders and Peers

The Conditioning piece will focus on:
Weekly Fitness Challenges
Nutrition Classes

You will learn the importance of nutrition and physical fitness while developing better eating habits and lifestyle choices.

After the six weeks, we will have an award ceremony and each will share what they have learned from the program, while being promoted to the next level.

Food Pantry & Clothing:

Our pantry operates three days per week, every Tuesday, Thursday & Friday. Our hours of operation are from 11am - 2pm.

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