Group Reaches Underserved Community in Clarkston, Georgia
Posted on: March 17, 2025
Clarkston, GA—A 17-member group from North Greenville University is spending its Spring Break in Clarkston, Georgia serving those in need.
The group, led by Paden Lipe, Dr. Allyson Roberts, and Jayden Holder, consists of 14 undergraduate students from the university.
“Clarkston, Georgia is known as the most diverse mile in the United States,” said Roberts. “This community is home to many refugees and individuals facing poverty. Our team will be working with several impactful ministries, including English Oaks, Fountain of Hope Conyers, Sewing Society, and Blueprint Church. Each of these ministries plays a crucial role in supporting and serving the local refugee and low-income populations, and we’re excited to partner with them to provide assistance, build relationships, and share the love of Christ.”
Roberts said the team has been preparing for months and is eager to serve those in the Clarkston community.
“The students are incredibly enthusiastic, eager to be a part of something bigger than themselves, and ready to serve those in need,” Roberts said. “It’s been inspiring to see their excitement and passion for missions. This mission trip is an invaluable opportunity for our students to experience real-world ministry, especially in a diverse, underserved community. It gives them the chance to put their faith into action and develop practical skills that will benefit them in whatever career path or ministry role they pursue.”
Roberts said trips like these reinforce the mission of NGU and empower students to become leaders in their own communities.
“We are not just sending students out on a trip for the sake of travel. We are equipping them to be servant leaders who can make a real impact in the world,” Roberts said. “This trip is just one example of how NGU continues to empower students to be mission-driven leaders.”
“We trust that God will use this trip to grow each of us in unexpected ways,” she said. “We’re excited for the opportunity to serve, build relationships, and learn from the people we meet along the way.”
