First A.M.E. Church - Seattle

First A.M.E. Church Faith and Health Policies

Moving Together in Faith and Health

Faith and Health Policies

 It is the goal of the Health and Wellness Ministry to develop a health system that integrates a faith and health focus along with bringing education and awareness on health across all ministries of the First A.M.E. Church.  This focus will be established through the implementation of three policies and strategic planning to incorporate all ministries of First AME Church with the vision and goals to change the environment in our church home to improve the health of our children, youth and families . 

Nutrition Policy

The purpose of this policy is to enhance healthy eating choices for our members.  First A.M.E. Church will increase the proportion of nutrient dense foods found in fruits and vegetables, and decrease salt, sugar and fats in all church based food events to improve nutrition.  The standard in which we will operate shall include food preparation such as healthy cooking techniques, vegetarian options, low-fat and reduced sugar, the use of non-trans-fat oils, and water as an alternate optional beverage during meetings, classes, special events, and catered events.

Procurement Policy

The ministry will assist event and meeting planners with developing healthier menus for scheduled church sponsored gatherings; therefore requiring a greater purchase of seasonal fruits and vegetables from church vendors.  Menus established/created will follow church nutritional guideline standards.

Active Living Policy

The Health and Wellness Ministry will encourage all ministries of First A.M.E. Church to promote active living during church activities as well as in daily living. The ministry will educate and promote movement in meetings by encouraging ministries to take “Stretch/Stress Breaks” after 45 minutes to 1 hour of meeting time.  Promote and sponsor church activities such as Family Fun Nights, Walkathons, Bicycle Saturdays, Swimming, skating, dancing, use of games such as Wii.