Local Missions
Project Prayer Sanctuary
Your support is needed! One of our students, Jack Cuff, is raising money for a project through the Eagle Scouts to build a Prayer Sanctuary at Mentor UMC by September 1st. The Sanctuary will be on the East (Southwood RD) side of the church. It will provide a peaceful outdoor structure for those looking for solitude, centering, or shelter from weather. The money raised would go directly toward the purchases of material for the project, and any additional funds will go directly towards the needs of the church. LEARN MORE & DONATE HERE: https://gofund.me/b84b2260
Missionary Luncheon
The Missions Commission is hosting a Luncheon for GBGM Missionary Guillermo “Willie” Berman who is visiting us from Mexico on Sunday, September 21st at 12:30 PM in the Gallery. All are invited! Learn more about Willie here.
Alzheimer’s Walk 2025
Walk to End Alzheimer’s 2025 will be held at Lake Farm Park on September 27th, 2025. This year our team goal is to raise $2,000. All Journey groups & committees are encouraged to walk as part of Team MUMC. As we get closer, we’ll work on designing team shirts for each group that joins MUMC team. Register or donate here.
MUMC Food Ministry
You can designate your giving in person or online to Food Ministry (envelopes available in the Info Hub and Narthex). Help support our ongoing food outreach including More Than a Meal, Distributions, Meal Blessings, and more. Food items can be dropped off in the Community Center.
This is a food ministry of MUMC that gives a sense of connection as well as a meal. Many of those who need food are also in need of seeing a smile and hearing a kind word. On the last Saturday of each month, we cook a meal and serve in our Fellowship Hall. You can help cook, clean up, or hand out meals while interacting with guests. The time commitment is four hours. Please use this link to sign up online.
Hope Chest
Based in Painesville, their mission is to provide clean clothing and new shoes, socks and underwear to people in Lake County. You can drop off donations in the Community Center or designate your giving to “Hope Chest”. Check the Weekly Update for regular updates on their current needs. View their website here to learn more.
Caring Servants
Caring Servants is an extension of the pastoral visitation ministry to the homebound or chronically ill members of Mentor United Methodist Church. Caring Servants provide regular contact through cards, calls, visits, or “special deliveries” on a monthly basis. By using a buddy system and focusing on 4-6 people we “share the care” on a regular basis in order to keep people connected to their church. If you are interested in getting involved, get in touch with Pastor Ivy or the church office.
Project Hope for the Homeless
This Homeless shelter of Lake County, located at 25 Freedom Rd in Painesville, relies on volunteers and donations. MUMC often partners with them for meals, programs, or various missions throughout the year. If you feel called to this area, learn more on their site or get in touch with the Missions committee at MUMC. Check out their website for updates.
