Second Mile Giving for July 2010
Africa University Scholarship (UMU, Zimbabwe)
Africa University opened in 1992 as the first private, international university in Zimbabwe. Its mission is to provide quality education through which persons can acquire general and professional knowledge and skills. The university is a United Methodist Church-related project and is being nurtured and funded by church members from all over the world. This is our opportunity to help provide much-needed Christian leaders for schools, churches & businesses all over Africa. Contact Mission Committee
The State Street Training Center is in urgent need of donations, especially toothbrushes, tooth paste, deodorant, razors, shaving cream, cold and flu medicine. Please put donations in the container for the State Street Homeless/Mission container across from the office.
Karen and Ut To serve in Vietnam. Ut primarily trains lay pastors and ministers in preparation for starting new congregations. He also guides local pastors through correspondence courses as part of the distance-learning program of the United Methodist Division of Ordained Ministry. Christianity is the fastest growing religion in Vietnam. Karen focuses on recruiting women into the ministry and establishing a women’s support group.
We serve because we are Christians and love our Lord!
What does "Worship has ended; let the service begin!" mean to you? Do you want to do more than just donate money?
Consider this: 2 Corinthians 9:11-14 (The Living Bible)
"Yes, God will give you much so that you can give away much, and when we take your gifts to those who need them they will break out into thanksgiving and praise to God for your help.”
So, two good things happen as a result of your gifts---those in need are helped and they overflow with thanks to God. Those you help will be glad not only because of your generous gifts to themselves and to others, but they will praise God for this proof that Jesus does love them. And they will pray for you with deep fervor and feeling because of the wonderful grace of God shown through you.
How do you want to get involved?
The opportunities are many. However, if none of these work for you, but you have ideas for how you can best use your gifts, call. If you want to have some joyful fellowship and spend some time with some good hearted people, then be sure to let us know! Phone the church office (219) 932-5915. Leave your name and telephone number for Pauline L. Help is always needed and greatly appreciated.
After all, that is our mission for you and I to be the heart, mind, hands and feet of Christ and to share the Good News!
Homeless Meal Preparation is the fourth Sunday of each month by a group from the community or the church. Guidelines and helpful suggestions are available in notebook form. If you would like to participate or obtain more information, please contact Kathy S. or Pauline L.
FUMC donations of goods such as paper products, cleaning supplies and food from UMW and individuals average about $100.00 per month in addition to the Second Mile Project Financial Donation
The Homeless Shelter always needs men’s underwear in all sizes and men’s and women’s grooming items in addition to seasonal needs like rain ponchos for April showers!
We also collect:
Many children come to school unprepared for positive social interaction with their classmates because they don't have toothbrushes to brush their teeth, shampoo to wash their hair, or are in need of deodorant. Please help by donating toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, combs, shampoos, etc. There is a collection box in the west hallway across from the office just waiting for your participation! Thank you in advance for your generosity.
Mission Within The Community
