Community members in need are the focus of youth at a local church this summer.

An initiative this summer by First Christian Church and their early-teen youth hope to build on a program in place. Cody Monkman is youth minister at First Christian Church in Clinton and indicates they are hoping to adjust their summer junior high program.

For Monkman and the junior highers who are a part of their summer program, Project Facelift looks to help residents in need to restore, improve or beautify the homes of anyone in need in Clinton.

Project Facelift is open to any junior high student this June. Monkman says parents can pick up a registration form at the church.

Anyone with projects they would like the Church to consider can also contact First Christian Church.

To reach them, dial 217-935-3139 or visit their office Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm at 100 North Jackson Street.