God’s Closet
A free community clothing resource maintained by our own Lissa James, helping neighbors find useful clothing in a welcoming and dignified setting.
Visit God’s ClosetMaintained by Lissa James
Beyond our walls
The gospel moves
through partnership.
Big Spring is a small church, but our reach is not limited by our size. Through prayer, generosity, service, and long-standing relationships, we join faithful people who are loving our neighbors and carrying the good news of Jesus around the world.
Hosted at Big Spring
Serving from our own front door.
These ministries are cared for by members of our church family and make Big Spring’s building, resources, and hospitality available to others.
Big Spring Free Library
A curated selection of books available for church members to borrow, enjoy, and return—created to encourage reading and learning within our church family.
Established by Marion Campbell
Food for the Multitudes
A community meal ministry that brings people together around a shared table, extending practical care and Big Spring hospitality beyond Sunday worship.
Operated by Benny Buck
Close to home
Caring for our neighbors.
These ministries meet practical needs, strengthen families, and build Christ-centered community across Carter County and Northeast Tennessee.
A.R.M. Assistance & Resource Ministries
A.R.M. provides food, clothing, household necessities, resource information, and practical assistance to neighbors in need across Northeast Tennessee.
Visit A.R.M.Carter County Christian Men’s Fellowship
A longstanding local fellowship where men from area congregations gather to exalt Christ, encourage one another, and strengthen cooperation among churches.
Visit on FacebookEast Tennessee Christian Home & Academy
An Elizabethton ministry providing a safe, Christ-centered home, education, and caring relationships for at-risk adolescent girls.
Visit ETCHAIsaiah 117 House
Born in Carter County, Isaiah 117 House gives children awaiting foster placement a safe, welcoming home, clean clothes, food, comfort, and dignity during a difficult transition.
Visit Isaiah 117 HouseGood Samaritan Ministries
This Johnson City ministry combats poverty by meeting emergency needs and providing food, education, mentoring, and social services throughout Northeast Tennessee.
Visit Good SamaritanHeisse Johnson Hand Up Program
Through BrightRidge, local donors help neighbors who need financial assistance with their energy bills. Contributions are distributed by Good Samaritan Ministries and The Salvation Army, and our preaching minister, Glen Layfield, serves as chairman of the fund’s board.
Learn about Hand UpUETHDA Head Start
UETHDA Head Start helps children ages three to five prepare for school while supporting their health, development, and families. Our associate minister, Garrett Williams, serves with the program.
Visit UETHDA Head StartForming the next generation
Faith that keeps growing.
From a week at camp to years of higher education, these partners help young people and adults deepen their faith, discover their calling, and prepare for lives of Christian service.
Appalachian Christian Camp
A year-round camp in Unicoi where children and teens encounter Jesus, grow in faith, and build lasting relationships through summer sessions, retreats, and outdoor ministry.
Visit the campMountainView Christian Camp
A Christian service camp near Dansville, New York, where churches work together to help children, teens, young adults, and families grow through service, fellowship, and faith. Glen Layfield served as Junior Week dean in 2025 and 2026.
Visit MountainViewMid-Atlantic Christian University
A Restoration Movement university in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, equipping students to become extraordinary Christian leaders for ministry and service.
Visit MACUJohnson University
A Christ-centered university in Knoxville preparing students for ministry, mission, and meaningful service in a wide range of vocations.
Visit JohnsonMilligan University
A Christ-centered university near Johnson City integrating faith, learning, and service across undergraduate, graduate, and seminary programs.
Visit MilliganOzark Christian College
A Bible-centered college in Joplin, Missouri, training men and women for Christian service and preparing ambassadors for Christ to serve throughout the world.
Visit OzarkAcross borders & languages
Good news for the nations.
We partner with people and organizations that overcome distance, isolation, and language barriers so more communities can experience the love of Christ and engage with God’s Word.
Mission Aviation Fellowship
MAF uses aviation and technology to carry missionaries, medical care, supplies, and the hope of Christ to isolated communities around the world.
Visit MAFOpen Door Libraries
Open Door Libraries creates welcoming community spaces where people with limited access to Christian resources can explore Scripture, build relationships, and encounter the gospel.
Visit Open Door LibrariesKimberly Puterbaugh
Pioneer Bible Translators
Big Spring partners with Kimberly Puterbaugh in her service with Pioneer Bible Translators, an organization discipling Bibleless peoples and providing enduring access to God’s Word.
Visit Kimberly’s ministry pagePartners in the gospel
“I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel.”
Philippians 1:4–5