Happening in Missions

“In the same way, though there are many of us, we are one body in Christ, and individually we belong to each other.” ~ Romans 12:5

March Collection: Schools & Children

This month we are collecting snacks, which we provide weekly for Hidden Valley’s Saturday school program students, and items most requested by our neighbors in our partner communities, which we stock in several school resource rooms. These items are often not part of their monthly budget. There are two ways to donate: shop from the Amazon Wishlist below and ship items directly to the church, or shop on your own and drop off items to the Missions office. If you shop on your own, please purchase only the brand specified. Thank you for your generosity.

Amazon Wishlist

The Meadows at Plato Price Building Project

Construction has begun at this Habitat for Humanity community supported by your Hope is Here contributions. Our first of three dedicated build days is this Friday. Our job site spots are already filled, but there are still opportunities to support volunteers with meals, water, and camaraderie. Click here to sign up! The next build days are April 1 and April 15.

The Bulb Collection

The Food Insecurity Team is excited to partner with The Bulb, which provides (mostly) local produce and health and wellness education to food insecure neighborhoods through weekly markets. We are installing a permanent collection bin in the Parish Life Building lobby to collect empty, clean one-dozen egg containers and plastic or reusable shopping bags. These items are used regularly at the weekly markets and are a great help to our neighbors transporting fresh food home.

Beyond Welcome: 4 Week Bible Study

Sandwich-Making Ministry

March 15, 10-11:30 a.m., Jubilee Hall: Join us the third Wednesday of each month to assemble 400 sandwiches for the Roof Above Day Services Center on College Street. This facility provides access to laundry, mail delivery, counselors, educational programming, and general support for those unhoused. Sandwich supplies provided. Sign up below!

Room in the Inn

Help us host Room in the Inn. On Wednesday nights in the Myers Park Presbyterian Church Outreach Center, we provide 12 guests a meal, a safe place to gather and sleep, showers, and fellowship. There are several ways to get involved: making beds, preparing dinner, hosting overnight, preparing breakfast, or driving our guests. Click here to learn more and sign up. Email Britt Yett at byett@mpumc.org with questions.

McCreesh Place Birthday Parties

We have been given the amazing opportunity to continue our partnership with Supportive Housing Communities and McCreesh Place by throwing their residents a birthday party each month! On the second Monday of every month, we will gather at McCreesh Place and will celebrate our friends with dinner, cake, and fellowship. Sign up below!

Serve at the Men's Shelter

We are seeking four volunteers to serve meals at the Men’s Shelter at 3406 Statesville Avenue on the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Duties include food and table prep and an opportunity to serve a meal to the men staying at the shelter. Come connect with fellow church members and hear the stories of our neighbors who are seeking the services of the Men’s Shelter to secure stable housing and employment.

Pack Meals with Loaves & Fishes

Join fellow Myers Park UMC friends on the second Monday of the month from 1 to 3:30 p.m. to pack meal kits filled with a week’s worth of food. Loaves & Fishes requires a minimum of 10 warehouse volunteers. You must register with Loaves & Fishes in advance. Instructions are on the SignUp Genius page.

Young Adult Service Opportunity

On the first and third Tuesday of each month, young adults are invited to volunteer with The Relatives, a local nonprofit that helps children and youth find shelter and support. We’ll bring dinner, share a meal together, play games, and build relationships with the children and staff at The Relatives Youth Crisis Center on East Boulevard. We’d love for you to join us! Email Megan Salvia at megancsalvia@gmail.com with interest or for more information.

Save the Date: Karen Gonzàlez Visits Myers Park UMC

Join us in welcoming Karen Gonzàlez, author of Beyond Welcome, for a look at how Christian faith and immigration intersect and why it matters to faith leaders. Copies of her book are available for purchase in Goodness Gracious. Be sure to stop in and pick up a copy.

Join a Mission Team

We’re looking for dedicated members to participate in four new committees: Affordable Housing, Food Insecurity, Schools & Children, and Equity & Empowerment. Interested in joining? Click the links below to sign up!

Affordable Housing
Food Insecurity
Schools & Children
Equity & Empowerment

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