Season of ThanksGIVING

God has given us the greatest gift of all, let's give back with actions of faith this Season of Giving!

God has given us the greatest gift of all, let’s give back with actions of faith this Season of ThanksGIVING!

 

From Oct. 25 through November 29th, MUMC celebrates the Season of ThanksGIVING.  Thoughout this season of giving, there will be opportunities to show our thanks to God for the many blessings given us by giving back to others.  The congregation can provide much needed support to three of our partner agencies – LifeWise StLEpworth Children & Family Services and Bridge Bread and help create a memorable holiday for their clients.

God has given us the greatest gift of all, so let’s show our thanks by giving back with actions of faith during this Season of ThanksGIVING.

The process for giving will be:

    1. Congretation can pick up a star ornament for the gifts(s) they want to provide for our agencies – RED star = LifeWise; GOLD star = Epworth; SILVER star = Bridge Bread OR use the Gign-up Genius to select gifts to be donated
    2. Shop for the item listed on the star, or write a check in the designated amount made out to MUMC (listing SOTG and the agency name on the memo line of the check)
    3. Secure the star to the gift or check and bring the item to the church between Oct. 25th and Nov. 29th, placing the item under the Giving Tree in the narthex.
    4. Watch our Giving Tree get decorated as glass ornaments are added for the gifts/donations provided.
    5. Sign up to volunteer at one of the agencies during the holiday season on Sign Up Genius.

Three options to Support Season of Giving

Volunteer to work on Bicycles for LifeWise StL – Saturday, November 8, 8a – Noon

 

LifeWise StL is one of the agencies seeking support, and has been a partner with Bike Rehab for 26 years!

On Saturday, November 8, from 8 a.m. to Noon, Volunteers are needed to help work on at least 40 bicycles that will be going to the LifeWise StL’s annual Holiday Mart for their clients. 

No experience or tools are needed. It’s a hands-on way to put your faith into action.

Sign up is not required.  Help inspire others to love God and neighbor!

Volunteer at the Missions Table

 

Each week, Manchester UMC welcomes volunteers to serve at the Missions Table—in the Chapel on Saturdays or the Lobby on Sundays. This is your chance to connect with our church community while supporting meaningful outreach.

At the Missions Table, you’ll help visitors learn about local agencies, understand who they serve, and discover specific ways to make a difference. It’s a hands-on way to put your faith into action.

Sign up to volunteer today and help inspire others to love God and neighbor!

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