April 5, 2024

Cultivadores Pick Up Needed Supplies from Midwest Mission

On Thursday, April 4, long-time partner, Cultivadores, came to Midwest Mission and picked up a load of supplies to bless people in need in Rantoul, IL.


Cultivadores is a non-profit based out of Rantoul that has a mission to take a healthy approach in providing or locating services for families in their community. Established in 2004, Rev. Nelson Cuevas and his team have worked hard to meet the pressing needs of their community, answering God’s call to love our neighbors.


They serve Rantoul through social services, counseling, a food pantry, youth programs, summer camps, and day care.


We partner with Cultivadores to provide needed hygiene and school supplies, as well as bikes, that they can give to those in need. 


Their organization received 400 Student Kits containing basic school supplies, 408 UMCOR Hygiene Kits, and 12 bikes from Midwest Mission.


The value of this disbursement was $12,669.76.


These items will truly bless those who receive them. Each item they receive has been prayed over, and each recipient has been prayed for by our dedicated volunteers. 


No one should be without basic resources. One gift, one Kit, could completely change the outlook of their life, by providing hope and empowerment, and a little encouragement that things can truly get better. More importantly, they are shown the love of Christ in a practical way.

Midwest Mission has been blessed with volunteers across the Midwest who give of their time, energy and resources to assist us in carrying out God’s mission to help those in need. Some of these volunteers use the facilities God has blessed them with to provide a donation collection point for needed supplies. These are our Permanent Collection Sites!  


Find their contact information at midwestmission.org/permanent-collection-sites.


What’s Happening @ Permanent Collection Sites?


Nebraska City FUMC, Nebraska City, NE – Dean Thompson reported that they are working hard on their Sleeping Mat project and have collected bicycles for Midwest Mission. He will be delivering these when he comes to our warehouse in June if not sooner. 


Glenwood UMC, Glenview, IL – Ethyl Doyle shared that the church is planning a rummage sale and they hope to collect bicycles & sewing machines for Midwest Mission. We will be excited to see what you can collect!


Mequon UMC, Mequon, WI – Joe & Karen shared that their church will be collecting 5 gallon buckets with lids and work gloves for their Annual Ingathering. Thank you for thinking of Midwest Mission!


Pathway Methodist Church, St Joseph, MI – Ron wanted to let us know that they are including our needs list in their church bulletins and have sent three bicycles & much needed medical equipment to our warehouse. They also created a lot of interest by displaying their loom during Easter service.  


Emmanuel UMC, Noblesville, IN – Pat is working with Midwest Mission to get proceeds from four Rice Meal Packs, bicycles, and three and a half pallets of Cleaning Kits to our warehouse. Thank you so much!


If your congregation is interested in becoming a new Permanent Collection Site in 2024, please contact teresa@midwestmission.org for more information.

Our 2023 Impact Report is available for download! Using the button below, you can download the report and share with someone you know!

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April Church Bulletin Insert

We offer monthly church bulletin inserts that you can slide in your church's bulletin. These inserts keep your congregation up-to-date on our current needs and upcoming events!

Download April Bulletin PDF

You can purchase these items at your local store and take them to Midwest Mission or a Collection Site near you. You can also buy items online and have them shipped right to Midwest Mission.


Onesies

(We are in BIG need of Onesies!! Please purchase when you are out, or click the link below.)

Size 0 - 6 Months, New

click here to purchase online


Day and Night Pads

You can make them at home using our patterns — click here and scroll down to Feminine Hygiene Kit. Tips and tricks: Click here to visit the page


Or, you can purchase them online and have them sent to Midwest Mission — Click here!


Prayers to Lift Up

This week, please pray for those affected by the harsh weather that has hit many places in the United States this week. Pray also for those who have been affected by natural disasters around the world.


" Remember your word to your servant, for you have given me hope. My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life."

Psalm 119:49-50

Midwest Mission Weekly Projects

Work of the Mission Volunteers


Work Done

  • 250 Personal Dignity Kits
  • 520 Layette Kits


  • Bike Shop
  • Desk Shop
  • Sewing Machine Shop
  • Poly Shop
  • Rice Meal Prep
  • Counting into Inventory
  • Bag Wipes
  • Off-site Pack Prep


Mission in Motion

6,285 Rice Meals

  • Home State Bank - Jefferson, IA


Disbursements

  • CICIM, Decatur, IL: 233 Furnishings Value: $932.00
  • Cultivadores — see story above



Midwest Mission is able to do this work because of your generous donations and willingness to volunteer. Thank you!



Share some GOD news with those you love!

Do you have family or friends that need some GOOD News - GOD News - to uplift them? If so please click on the button below and share the link provided. The more we can spread the word about the work God is doing here, the more we can make the world a happier place.

Link to Share the Midwest Mission Newsletter

Ready to Get Involved?

Here are three ways you can get involved at Midwest Mission:


1. Host an Off-Site Event


We have several hands-on mission opportunities you can host at your location! Visit midwestmission.org/off-site to learn more. Contact Melissa Brookens at 217-483-7911 or melissa@midwestmission.org to book your event or for questions.


2. Serve From Home


You can serve people around the world from right at home! From sewing, to assembling kits, there's something for everyone. Learn how at midwestmission.org/at-home.

3. Volunteer at Midwest Mission

We have dates available in 2024 and 2025! Have questions or need assistance in booking? Contact Pat Wright at  pat@midwestmission.org or 217-697-4063. 


Click here to check calendar openings and to reserve your spots.



2025 Volunteer Calendar is open for dorm reservations!


Go to our Reservation Calendar, log in, reserve your rooms, and submit payment for your Non-refundable Reservation Fee via credit card or electronic check. We will email you the Access Code to reserve Volunteer Shifts for your team. You must complete this step for your team to volunteer at Midwest Mission.


For local teams and individuals: Volunteer Shifts will only be available 3 months ahead of time. For example, December 1, 2023 you will be able to reserve Volunteer Shifts for March of 2024.



Midwest Mission Iowa

If you would like to do the Midwest Mission Experience at our Jefferson, IA location, visit midwestmission.org/iowa - or reach out to Melissa Brookens.

Volunteers at Work

April 1 - 5, 2024

Volunteer Leaders

Jeff and Jane Johnson

Glen Carbon, IL

Karen Chumbley

Savoy, IL

Donna Downen

Tolono, IL

Volunteer Teams

Illinois

Simpson Group

Springfield, IL

First UMC

O'Fallon, IL

Taylorville UMC

Taylorville, IL

Wesley UMC

Bloomington, IL

River of Life UMC

Beloit, WI

Gibson City UMC

Gibson City, IL

Plainfield UMC

Plainfield, IL

Athens UMC

Athens, IL

Not Pictured

Linda and Alan Simonson & Friends

Hartsburg, IL

Not Pictured

Iowa

Carol Etzel and Jayne Cassidy

Fort Dodge, IA

Rus and Tony DeBonis

Cedar Falls, IA

Ruthven UMC

Ruthven, IA

We are so grateful for all our local and regular volunteers, and the time they give towards volunteering at Midwest Mission. We appreciate their passion and dedication to the ministry!

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