MISSIONS WORK AREA
Missions seeks not only to meet immediate needs, but, also, to foster mutual relationships where all participants are met with dignity, engaged in shared leadership, and growing together in God’s love. It is a challenge for all of us to prioritize people over programs, relationships over resources, and development of long-term solutions over quick fixes.
Learning, Giving, and Acting in 2021:
Covenant Relationship with Haitian Assets for Peace International
Support and friendship of refugee family from the Democratic Republic of Congo
UM Committee on Relief Sunday offering and disaster appeals
Habitat for Humanity, assisting with Roosevelt Plaza build
NECOM Supper House, serving neighbors
Adult Faith Formation classes on the status of affordable home ownership and housing
Heifer Project International support
Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas special offerings for Red Bird Mission, United Methodist Community House, GVSU Wesley Fellowship, Clark Home Foundation, Church World Service, and Native American Ministries
Thanksgiving Food Ingathering for South End Community Outreach Ministries and North End Community Ministries
Caring Coins monthly giving of coins to local ministries serving persons holistically
To learn, give, and act contact Kip Smalligan at kipsmalligan@gmail.com.