Welcome to Shining Star Community Church
We desire to raise up the next generation for Christ and equip our members to
Why Choose Shining Star Community Church?
Inclusive Community: We embrace diversity and strive to create a welcoming environment for everyone.
Inspiring Worship: Experience uplifting and thought-provoking services that speak to both the heart and mind.
Community Outreach: Engage in meaningful outreach programs that make a positive impact in our local and global community.
Family-Friendly: From children's programs to adult ministries, there is something for every member of the family at Shining Star.
Support and Guidance: Find support and guidance through life's challenges with our caring pastoral team and supportive congregation.
Join us at Shining Star Community Church and discover a place where you can truly belong and grow in faith. We look forward to welcoming you into our community. is a welcoming place of worship located in the heart of our city. Our diverse congregation comes together each week to seek spiritual growth, support one another, and make a positive difference in our community. With a focus on love, compassion, and service, we strive to embody the teachings of Jesus Christ in all aspects of our lives. Whether you are new to faith or a lifelong believer, you will find a home at Shining Star where you are valued and accepted just as you are. We invite you to join us on this journey of faith and fellowship. Shining Star. We desire to see lives changed through the Gospel.
Our Beginning
Project Sprout took root in founder Nadia Shabazz’s backyard. Her family had a need for fresh produce since the nearest supermarket only carried semi-spoiled bananas and tomatoes. Shabazz started small, planting leafy greens and berries. When it came time to harvest, she gave extras away to neighbors. She began to see drastic improvements in her children’s health and thought that everyone on her block could benefit. She began inviting neighbors who didn’t have gardens to come plant on her land.
“A happy and healthy community is not a fairytale. All you need is a seed.”
— NADIA Shabazz, FOUNDER
Shabazz had to extend the garden to her front lawn but even then, it wasn’t enough to feed all who wanted to be involved. With neighbors January Blum and Lucas Dupont, Shabazz found a large vacant lot on Main Street and secured it as a farming cooperative. Word about Project Sprout spread throughout Kent County, so the team was invited to help start other community gardens.
Our Mission
Kent County is one of the most severely underserved communities in Tennessee. To combat this adversity, Project Sprout seeks to nourish our neighbors at the most fundamental level with healthy food options and a strong support network. All members get a portion of each harvest and surpluses are donated to low-income families whose work schedules prevent them from volunteering.
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With ten gardens and counting, Project Sprout has seen a significant improvement in mental and physical health for all participating community members. Other than lowering obesity, blood pressure, and depression rates, the crime rate has also fallen. Our children are doing better in school, reporting higher grades and aspirations, and better job prospects.
Get Involved
If you live near one of our gardens, get involved to receive portions of each harvest. We accept volunteers regardless of skill level. There is a rotation in roles, but we’ll teach you all the skills you need to know. Teenagers 14 years and older can earn community service credits for school in addition to getting produce for their families. Donations are also vital to our growth, as we use them for seed, fertilizer, tools, and outreach.