Each year Deer Park Baptist Church. in conjunction with Highland Community Ministries purchase food to distribute to help make the holidays a lighter brighter for over thirty people in our community.

Debtors Anonymous

Debtors Anonymous is a 12-step fellowship of men and women who come together to solve common problem of compulsive debting.  Weekly meetings are held on Sunday evenings from 6:30-7:30 pm at Deer Park Baptist Church (rear entrance) located on 1733 Bardstown Road. For more information, call 502-899-5325.  debtorsanonymous.org

Deer Park Library     

Our Library and Media Center features a wide variety of books in fiction, non-fiction, Christian, secular, study texts, crafts, and other categories. There are few passions that exceed the joy of reading. The learning, understanding and sharing of information resulting from this passion can last forever. On line resource can be accessed quickly.  Please make use of our library.

The Kentucky Baptist volunteers are part of a network of more than 28,000 Southern Baptist volunteers nationwide. The Kentucky volunteers are organized through the Kentucky Baptist Convention, and are coordinated nationally by the North American Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention.

As a whole, Southern Baptists compose the third largest relief organization in the United States. The Baptist units work in conjunction with other organizations such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the American Red Cross and the Salvation Army.  Kentucky Baptist Relief Organization.

Deer Park Baptist Church provides building space to the Red Cross when they request the need during a disaster.

Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity Welcomes as partners all who share its vision of a world without shacks. Habitat is a servant of the church, offering the people of God a concrete way to put our faith into action and to answer God's call to serve our neighbors in need. Deer Park has three teams which assist in the construction of new homes for needy families.

Quarterly, a group from Deer Park prepares breakfast for over one hundred and thirty homeless people at Jefferson Street Baptist Center.

Ministry at Highland Court Apartments

 Our Pastor, Dr. Platt, now leads a worship service for Highland Court residents the first Sunday evening each month beginning at 6:00 PM. The residents are enthused and thankful for this wonderful service provided to them.

Ministry of Music

The music ministry of Deer Park Baptist Church has a long, rich history and continues as one focal point of the church's present ministries.  The program includes a chancel choir, whose primary role is leadership during Sunday morning worship services; The Deer Park Strings is an instrumental ensemble that aids in corporate worship; A handbell choir; Music education and performances by our children is part of our music program;  Summer Singers allow interested people to participate in our worship services during the summer months.  All are invited to participate in any aspect of Deer Park's music ministry.  Music Page

Ministry of Property Maintenance

The Trustees have the responsibility for care and custody of all church property and grounds. They superintend all repairs and improvements and make specific recommendations to the church. In addition to the church grounds, this ministry is also responsible for decorating the church for special seasons, occasions, and programs; and, they keep church banners stored properly and in good repair. If you are handy with tools, like to paint, have a green thumb, enjoy decorating or cleaning... we could use you.

Spotlight on Missions

The word "Missions" can mean many things: International, Home, Baptist Education, World Wide, etc. Our Deer Park Ministries Committee is organizing a Volunteer Corps of people willing to be called on for meeting needs of our church family. If this is an area you feel called to assist, just call or email the church office if you would be interested in serving in these areas. We are currently addressing nine areas in which we feel we can help our church members immediately:
1. Drive members to appointments
2. Pick up prescriptions
3. Pick up groceries
4. Occasionally take food to members
5. Drive to airport
6. Drive to XYZ meetings
7. Clean up home areas
8. Offer a ride to some church services
9. Cook food at church and take to a home in time of need.

Refugee Ministry

Deer Park assists refugees who have been legally admitted to the United States, as victims of warfare or other forms of persecution because of their religious or political beliefs.  Refugees come to this country as victims of trauma, as people who have lost their homes and families because of war, as people hoping for peace and freedom as they begin life anew.
 

Scripture Reading & Prayer
Our members are encouraged to read Scripture and the prayer of thanksgiving for a Sunday morning service.          

EXtra Years of Zest

You can always find a smile, a hug, a laugh and a warm fellowship among our Senior Adults. EXtra Years of Zest senior adults meet for lunch and have great entertainment with warm fellowship. There are are a variety of events that take place throughout the year. These include day trips, banquets and more.

YOGA Class

Deer Park Baptist Church presents a weekly yoga program that will take place every Thursday.   The classes is led by Jodie Tingle-Willis, who also teaches at the House of Ruth (a center for those affected by HIV/AIDS) and the Yoshin Dojo in the South End. 

Registration is not required for the classes, which are open to all ages, levels and abilities. A single class will cost $7, with a 10-class pass available for $50.00.