Aldersgate Mission

Aldersgate Mission Mission Statement
The mission of Aldersgate is to enhance the academic,
social and spiritual development of the
youth of the Briarfield community in order

Aldersgate is an urban mission project of Main Street
United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, MS. The
mission started June 11, 1972 in a rundown old house. The idea had begun with a women’s prayer group
praying for direction in finding a home mission. In
time, their prayer was answered. They saw the need,
sensed the opportunity, and provided leadership
to the congregation. The name “Aldersgate” wa

s
selected for the mission because John Wesley’s
“heart was strangely warmed” in a house on a London
street by that name. From that experience, he and
his brother Charles started a revival that changed
history and men’s hearts. Aldersgate now occupies a small concrete building
that is located in and targets the youth of the
Briarfield Housing Project, as well as the surrounding
area. Briarfield is a lower-income housing project. Most children are single parent, latch-key children. Aldersgate gives the children a positive place to
gather after school and all day during the summer. An
annual highlight of the summer program is Vacation
Bible School which is a cooperative venture with the
youth and children of Main Street. Year-round, Aldersgate reaches some 66 – 88
children on a regular basis. Daily activities are
maintained through a Director, 5-6 staff, and many
dedicated volunteers.

Aldersgate annual harvest festivities includes a safe place for children to sugar treat, play games, enjoy food, win pri...
11/07/2023

Aldersgate annual harvest festivities includes a safe place for children to sugar treat, play games, enjoy food, win prizes and most of all their favorite the haunted house where they can have a safe scare and a friendly BOO! 👻 we also enjoy seeing a lots of spooky guest.

Halloween fun at Aldersgate Mission!
11/07/2023

Halloween fun at Aldersgate Mission!

Aldersgate Mission celebrates and dedicates to God their beautiful renovations to their building, a new playground and t...
11/07/2023

Aldersgate Mission celebrates and dedicates to God their beautiful renovations to their building, a new playground and their new bus. We also acknowledge the Hattiesburg Housing Authority for their great donation, of which dedicated to us a new bus.

10/31/2023
Such a beautiful day after the dedication all came in to enjoy refreshments! Thanks to all that helped with serving our...
10/30/2023

Such a beautiful day after the dedication all came in to enjoy refreshments! Thanks to all that helped with serving our guests!

A group from the Office of Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement at USM held a fundraiser for the children of Aldersgat...
10/13/2023

A group from the Office of Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement at USM held a fundraiser for the children of Aldersgate Mission. The group donated over 300 large bags of healthy snacks and bottle water. We are greatly appreciative for large donation and their passion to make a great difference in our community. Children and families are very thankful for the the students from the Office of Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement at USM.

The pictures below are images of Aldersgate Mission’s first day back to our after school program. It was a beautiful occ...
08/06/2023

The pictures below are images of Aldersgate Mission’s first day back to our after school program. It was a beautiful occasion of the blessings of the backpacks. The children and staff brought their backpacks and briefcases to be blessed for the new school year. We all celebrated by sharing a most delicious meal. The children received a blessed book badge tag to place on their book bags from Main St.,, United Methodist Church. The badge honors and represent their safety, and is anointed with prayers and the blessings of the Holy Spirit of Jesus Christ. We pray that all schools will be safe from harm, and that all the children will be in a safe environment, and that they will have a successful learning experience during their return to schools, this 2023- 2024 school year. 🙏🏼

Aldersgate’ fun Creative Arts Day with The Junior Auxiliary of Hattiesburg Ms.
06/23/2023

Aldersgate’ fun Creative Arts Day with The Junior Auxiliary of Hattiesburg Ms.

Aldersgate’s annual talent show
06/23/2023

Aldersgate’s annual talent show

Aldersgate Mission Mission enjoyed a wonderful Easter celebration with their children and families. A group from USM cam...
04/20/2023

Aldersgate Mission Mission enjoyed a wonderful Easter celebration with their children and families. A group from USM came out to hide over 200 Easter eggs on our beautiful playground. the children had lots of fun running to find them. We hope that all children and families had a wonderful Easter, celebrating our Lord and Savior, The Risen Christ✝️

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Hattiesburg, MS
39401

Opening Hours

Monday 2:30pm - 5pm
Tuesday 2:30pm - 5pm
Wednesday 2:30pm - 5pm
Thursday 2:30pm - 5pm
Friday 2:30pm - 5pm

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+16015448141

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Aldersgate is an urban mission project of Main Street United Methodist Church in Hattiesburg, MS. The mission started June 11, 1972 in a rundown old house. The idea had begun with a women’s prayer group praying for direction in finding a home mission. In time, their prayer was answered. They saw the need, sensed the opportunity, and provided leadership to the congregation. The name “Aldersgate” was selected for the mission because John Wesley’s “heart was strangely warmed” in a house on a London street by that name. From that experience, he and his brother Charles started a revival that changed history and men’s hearts. Aldersgate now occupies a small concrete building that is located in and targets the youth of the Briarfield Housing Project, as well as the surrounding area. Briarfield is a lower-income housing project. Most children are single parent, latch-key children. Aldersgate gives the children a positive place to gather after school and all day during the summer. An annual highlight of the summer program is Vacation Bible School which is a cooperative venture with the youth and children of Main Street. Year-round, Aldersgate reaches some 66 – 88 children on a regular basis. Daily activities are maintained through a Director, 5-6 staff, and many dedicated volunteers.