MISSIONS AT NCUMC
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20
At Newport Center UMC, we believe in connecting with Jesus, with others and with the world. We support our missionaries, local community organizations, and international organizations through financial donations, gifts-in-kind, and volunteering.
GET INVOLVED
Each quarter we designate an organization to support both financially and through gifts-in-kind, such as school backpacks or Easter Spring Baskets. We also look for hands-on opportunities to serve within our community. Congregation members are encouraged to participate in these efforts.
The fall/winter season is a busy time for us, and this quarter we are supporting three organizations through our Alternative Christmas Market - Heifer International, Share Our Selves (SOS) and The Guatemalan Project – in addition to financial offerings to support UMCOR, a Los Angeles Lutheran Church, Laguna Beach Resource Center, and Long Beach Veteran’s Hospital.
Monthly we post volunteer opportunities in the narthex. We include a variety of possibilities – there is something for everyone!
BECOME A COMMITTEE MEMBER
Do you have an interest in being part of the team that identifies missions opportunities? If so, consider becoming a committee member. We meet every other month for 45 minutes after the 10 a.m. Sunday service. Contact Diane Thomas for more information.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Places You Can Serve:
SILVERADO HOSPICE – SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
Do you knit, sew or crochet? Work in the comfort of your own home and make a cozy blanket for a terminally ill patient. Contact: Virginia Norris at 805.577.1818 ext. 34
KIDWORKS – SANTA ANA
Make education a possibility for adults in at-risk communities and care for their children while the parents are in class. Times vary. Contact: Ric Seaver at 714.834.9400
CHEC FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER – SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
Be a mentor to a new mom who lacks a strong support network. The requirement is only one hour per week. Contact: Virginia Sergi at 949.489.7742
CHUCK JONES CENTER FOR CREATIVITY – IRVINE
Work with teaching artists who explore and celebrate creativity in young people ages 5-14. Contact: Pamela Marsden at 949.660.7793