Local Missions
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.
CURRENT NEEDS:
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.
Nehemiah Mission
There are volunteer opportunities at Nehemiah mission in Cleveland, especially for their “Bread on Bridge” ministry. Learn more online here.
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.
