On August 20th, Midwest Mission sent another shipment to Haiti. There are in dire need of all supplies, as they have just experienced one of their most devastating earthquakes to date.
This 7.2 magnitude earthquake destroyed many buildings and took thousands of lives. Midwest Mission had aid there within 24 hours of the disaster and then sent a second shipment valued at $126,171.58 with a wide range of supplies for families and children, as well as for the community as a whole. These items included hygiene supplies, medical supplies, personal dignity kits and cleaning supplies to help with rebuilding and recovering from such a devastating natural disaster.
The people of Haiti face many difficulties in normal every day life, and a deadly earthquake adds to the struggle. Most people of Haiti fall under the poverty line and already seek assistance daily and now many families have lost their homes and/or loved ones.
Midwest Mission prays for the people of Haiti and for there to be a break in the difficulties they face. With COVID, getting volunteers and aid there is especially difficult, so we pray the volunteers arrive in a safe and timely manner with all the supplies.
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MIDWEST MISSION: IMMEDIATE NEEDS |
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FOCUSING ON SCHOOL SUPPLIES DURING THE MONTH OF AUGUST
Now is a great time to buy school supplies while they are on sale!!!!!
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We are in urgent need of :
- Rulers (12" long with metric)
- Colored Pencils (12 pack)
- Scissors (student size)
- Monetary Donations to buy kit items in bulk
Please visit our website to see a full list of Midwest Mission supply needs.
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This article is from Michael Wetzel and was published in the Decatur Daily, Alabama on Wednesday August 25th.
Aug. 25—The United Methodist Disaster Relief Warehouse in Decatur is sending relief packages today to those impacted by deadly flooding in central Tennessee, and is seeking volunteers and donations for ongoing relief efforts.
More than 20 people have died, more remain missing and many are homeless after flash floods overwhelmed Waverly, Tennessee over the weekend. The area received about 17 inches of rain in a 24-hour period, according to the National Weather Service.
This morning, the Disaster Relief Warehouse is delivering 252 "cleaning buckets" to staging areas at Franklin First United Methodist Church in Franklin, Tennessee, and Kedron UMC in Dickson, Tennessee, according to warehouse operations manager Cindy Sandlin.
The 5-gallon buckets include liquid laundry detergent, trash bags, liquid dish soap, household cleaner, insect repellent, air freshener, work gloves, kitchen gloves, clothesline, clothes pins, a scrub brush, scouring pads, sponges, dust masks, cleaning wipes, and a re-sealable lid for the bucket.
"The list was designed by (the United Methodist Committee on Relief) and items are purchased through donated money or are brought by churches who gather the items and bring them here," Sandlin said. "We see an uptick in volunteers and donations after an event like this in Tennessee."
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Emmanuel UMC - Noblesville IN
School Kits
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On Thursday, August 12th, members of Emmanuel UMC in Noblesville Indiana assembled 100 School Kits and loaded them in the Midwest Mission Trailer. Thank you Emmanuel UMC! Students will be so happy to receive these School Kits!
In addition, Emmanuel UMC is a permanent collection site for Midwest Mission! We are so appreciative that we have this connection!
Pat and Sharon Baumer brought the kits, along with other donated items to Midwest Mission on August 16th. Pat is a Board Member and he and Sharon are also Mission Volunteer Leaders. They usually come twice each year to serve for two weeks at Midwest Mission. They have also been very helpful with food packs. We are so very thankful for their servant hearts and love that they are part of the Midwest Mission family!
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Bicycle & Sewing Machine Update |
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Thanks to your generosity we now have a plentiful supply of electric sewing machines and bicycles needing repairs that will last until at least the end of the this year. We will be sure to let everyone know when our supply is low again. We do not have the space to continue to accept these items at this time.
We will continue to accept bicycles that do not need to be repaired and are currently rideable. We will always accept treadle sewing machines.
Do you have the skills that are required to repair bicycles and electric sewing machines? Would you be willing to volunteer at Midwest Mission? If so, please call our office and set up a day and time you would like to volunteer! Midwest Mission is a great place to volunteer!!!
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Welcome Lisa Rigoni to Midwest Mission |
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Lisa Rigoni joins the Midwest Mission family as Communications Manager.
In addition to her heart for God and people, she is an accomplished writer, engaging speaker and has a wealth of experience in public/media relations, event planning and fundraising. She thrives on building relationships, promoting causes she believes in and Midwest Mission is certainly among them.
Executive Director, Chantel Corrie says, "We are thrilled to have Lisa on staff. She brings a vibrant energy, skill set and connections that will help us bring more awareness to our organization, mission and partners. She will be available to speak to your groups. We have so much to share, and we know that God sent Lisa to our Midwest Mission family to provide additional continuity, networking, fresh perspectives and ideas. You'll love her heart and positive attitude, too! Join me in welcoming her to the Midwest Missions family!"
"I am excited about sharing the stories of outreach and impact Midwest Mission makes in the world and around the corner, through the many partnerships and amazing volunteers that make up what Midwest Mission is," says Lisa. "I am fortunate to be on site this week to watch volunteers in action and hear the staff talk of the "God-stories" that come through and go out. My being here at "such a time is this" could only have been orchestrated by our loving God. I look forward to meeting all of you!
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MIDWEST MISSION
WEEKLY PROJECTS
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Work of the Mission Volunteers
Kits Assembled
Student Desks
- Completed desks
- Prepped desk wood
- Polyurethaned desks
Repairs Completed
In addition, Mission Volunteers also:
- Mowed Midwest Mission grounds
- Prepped the Summer Mailer to be sent out
- Performed daily & weekly cleaning of Midwest Mission
- Counted and sorted items into inventory
Disbursements
New Knoxville UMC, New Knoxville OH received 56 lbs of fabric. Value: $28
Midwest Mission is able to do this work thanks to our generous donors and volunteers. Thank you all!
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MISSION VOLUNTEERS AT WORK |
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MISSION VOLUNTEERS SERVING
August 21st - August 26th
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Mission Volunteer Leaders |
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Pat & Sharon Baumer
Noblesville IN
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New Knoxville UMC
New Knoxville OH
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Union Reunion
St. Louis MO
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Mike & Dianne Cochran
O'Fallon MO
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Robert & Ruth Brown
New Haven OH
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Ramsey Life Group
Tremont IL
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First UMC Sewing Group
Springfield IL
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"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus". Amen.
Philippians 4:6-7
Have a prayer request? Send it our way at
office@midwestmission.org
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The Volunteer Matrix Calendar is now open for 2023! Book your reservations now!
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WE NEED YOU!
Bring your team or book yourself TODAY for a Mission Journey in
2022 and 2023!
Need help booking?
Contact Pat Wright at
pat@midwestmission.org
Click on the image to check our calendar for openings!
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