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Missions MISSION CORNER
V.I.M. TEAM FORMING
FOR JOPLIN WORK
Union Church has an opportunity to help
those in Joplin, MO to recover from last year’s
devastating tornado. We are forming a
Volunteers in Mission team to work in Joplin
the week of May 6, 2012. Travel to Joplin is
on Sunday, May 6; the work week is Mon,
May 7-Fri. May 11; return to St. Louis on Sat.
May 12.
Check your calendars, work schedules, etc.
and reserve this week to go with us! Please
contact Jan or Pastor Dianne if you think you
might be interested.
V.I.M. UPDATE
The V.I.M. team going to Joplin is forming and had its first
meeting Jan. 29th. Anyone interested in going should contact
Jan Mc or church office. A $50 deposit to hold a place is due
Sun., Feb. 19 to Jan Mc. Please make checks to Union
and write "V I M deposit" on memo line. Watch
for more info about fundraisers for the Joplin
building supplies.
EPWORTH NEEDS FURNISHINGS
The following furnishings are needed for the independent living program. New or gently used: dressers, small kitchen tables and chairs, couches, coffee tables, end tables, T. V.'s, converter boxes, lamps, microwaves and toddler/childrens beds. All donated items need to be delivered to 6816 Washington Avenue, 63144-Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm. Any questions can be directed to Kimberly Campbell at (314) 222-4857 or e-mail kcampbell@epworth.org ^^^^^^^^^^
WOULD YOU LIKE THE EPWORTH KIDS TO HAVE BIBLES?
You can help buy them for the Spiritual Team. The bible they are using is the NIV Teen Study Bible Revised Softcover. The cost for 16 or more at Christianbook.com is $16.14. If you would like the Spiritual Team to purchase in you name, donations can be made to Epworth. For more information e-mail Randy Loechner at RLoechner@epworth.org and put "Bibles" in the subject line. VOLUNTEERS AT MASON SCHOOL Mason elementary school has a great need for volunteer tutors, mentors, readers, etc. Our church is involved with Mason as a faith based initiative. Unfortunately, not very many of us are involved. The volunteer coordinator for Mason said that they have plenty of needy children to go around. Won't you consider helping children who so desperately need a positive role model? You will find applications in the church office. Union needs a greater presence there. SHALOM HOUSE Formerly Metro Homeless Center
Mission: Shalom house gives hope to homeless women through innovative programs and supportive services designed to stabilize and rebuild lives.
For more information on programs and how to get involved:
 www.shalomhousestl.org
SHALOM HOUSE WISH LIST
The Shalom House need the following items. Please help where you can. Trash Bags (all sizes), Women’s slippers, flip flops, and shower shoes (all sizes), hygiene products (deodorant, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, feminine products), Women’s nightgowns and pajamas (Sizes M to XXXL), Women’s underware (especially sizes 8-0) socks, toilet paper, paper cups, cleaning supplies (bleach, surface & floor cleaners, deodorizer, dishwashing liquid), powdered laundry soap and fabric softener, febreeze.
CENTENARY CHURCH/THE BRIDGE HERE’S YOUR CHANCE Are you looking for a rewarding service opportunity? Several of our members work at The Bridge
on the second Thursday (10:00 until about 1:30) and the fifth Sunday (2:30 until about 5:00) of the
month. Founded as Centenary CARES in 2004, The Bridge is located in Centenary United Methodist
Church at 1610 Olive Street in downtown St. Louis. The Bridge offers food, shelter, and other services
for residents of downtown St. Louis who are currently without a home of their own. The Bridge is a
point of triage for those in downtown St. Louis who are homeless and/or food-deprived. In addition to
serving over 3,000 meals per week, The Bridge offers phone and mail service, restrooms, and
provides day shelter from the elements. Thanks to partnerships with other agencies, guests receive
medical attention and help in getting new or replacement proof of identity.
What do we do at The Bridge? Our shift is about 3 hours, during which time we prepare a meal under
the supervision of the chef and other kitchen staff there.. Your job might be slicing fruit or vegetables
for a salad, sorting donated food for storage, wrapping plastic forks or spoons with napkins, or cutting
pies and cakes for dessert. When it is time to serve the meal, we move from the kitchen to the food
line and each of us is responsible for adding food to a tray as it moves down the line. One of the
greatest blessings of the job is the opportunity to talk with the guests, either as they move through the
line, or before/after the meal. After the meal we help with wiping down the food and other light
cleaning tasks. It is joyful work, and you’ll feel the joy of serving others. We’d love to welcome you to our team!! Questions? Contact the church office: 314-547-1228 or e-mail:unionumcstl@sbcglobal.net For more information about The Bridge, go to their Facebook page, www.facebook.com/BridgeSTL
THE BRIDGE WISH LIST If you find yourself with an abundance of fresh fruit
and vegetables, the kitchen at The Bridge would love
to have them. Lettuce, tomatoes, melon, potatoes,
whatever you have, the staff in the
kitchen will use to add color and
fresh taste to the meals for our
guests.
Thank you!!
Click on kingdomhouse.org for many volunteer, giving, opportunities. Union United Methodist has an ongoing collection program for food, paper products, and personal care items for Kingdom House Food Pantry. Please support this currently very important project.
KINGDOM HOUSE PANTRY WISH LIST
Most Needed Items:
Beef Stew, Chicken & Dumplings, Chili
Canned chicken, ham (Spam), luncheon meat, vienna sausages, canned salmon
Evaporated milk
Canned fruit, applesauce
Juices (100%)
Jelly, mustard, ketchup, whipped salad dressing
Diced Tomatoes
Canned spinach, white potatoes, Sweet Potatoes
Sweet Potatoes
Saltine Crackers
Instant Pancake Mix
Potatoes
Dry Beans
Corn Muffin Mix
Cake & Frosting
Personal Care Items: toilet Paper, tissues, paper towels, soap, shampoo, deodorant, etc.
These are items cannot be purchased with food stamps.
MISSIONCAST Mission news from the Missouri Conference Office of Creative Ministries
This site has a three minute video that the Missouri Conference posts every Monday morning. The video highlights what is happening through Mission in Missouri. Click here to go to the site.
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