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LifeBox, an organization formed to provide assistance for people affected by the war in Ukraine, assembles LifeBoxes — boxes full of needed supplies donated by several different global organizations. Included in these boxes are Midwest Mission Personal Dignity Kits and Rice Meals!
These boxes are delivered all over Ukraine, to meet the needs of the most vulnerable. Thank you for assembling Kits, praying over the items and the ministries we serve, and donating funds and supplies. Because of you, many people in Ukraine have hygiene supplies to get them through the crisis.
Recently in a Facebook post, World of Connections, an organization that distributes LifeBoxes, commented on the distribution of boxes. This was posted on April 19, 2024 — the sad reality of the war in Ukraine is as desperate and terrifying as it’s been.
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They wrote (translated):
“We have been restless in Kharkov in the last 2-3 weeks. On a daily basis they are shelling.
Thank God there is water, otherwise it would be very bad. Big outages with power. Kharkov authorities are doing everything possible in such a situation.
With the Church — thank God everything is fine. Thank God everyone is alive.
Of course it is scary when something is buzzing nearby at night. And who isn't scared? (Nobody canceled the instinct of self-preservation). The main thing is how you will behave after: live in a state of constant anxiety and worry, or live one day with hope in the Lord (enough for each day its own care, and tomorrow will take care of itself).
I thank God for you and your ministry. What you are doing is very important for the church and for all Ukrainians. Our prayers for all who participate in this ministry of life. God's blessings to you all!”
There is so much to learn from God’s people around the world. Even in the midst of the most desperate situation, they look to Christ. How often in our daily grumblings do we think to live one day at a time with hope in the Lord? Do we truly grasp the meaning behind Matthew 6:34 — “Do not worry about tomorrow; tomorrow will take care of itself.”?
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May we all learn from those we serve in Ukraine.
Please continue to pray for Ukraine — pray people will have access to items they need, pray the war will end, and pray that God’s people will continue being lights in the darkness, in Ukraine, here, and around the world.
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You can still help us increase our stock of Personal Dignity Kits! That way, when a request comes in, we will be ready. Get your family, small group, or coworkers together, and have a mission moment right where you are! You can purchase the supplies needed (see the list at midwestmission.org/kits), and pack Personal Dignity Kits at home using this video.
Then, when you are done, you can bring them to Midwest Mission, a Permanent Collection Site near you, or bring them to your UM Annual Conference Collection if they are hosting a Midwest Mission Truck — click this link to see if your conference is participating.
Not interested in packing, but still want to help? You can purchase supplies for the kits and have them sent directly to Midwest Mission! Use this link to see what you can buy.
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Two Shipments This Week:
Honduras and Guatemala!
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This week was an exciting week, with shipments both Thursday and on Friday.
On Thursday, the shipment was loaded and sent off to Honduras.
It included:
- 370 Cover Them WIth Love Quilts
- 80 Little Boy Outfits
- 329 Little Girl Outfits
- Chairs
- Tarps
- 28 Electric Sewing Machines
- 54 Birthing Kits
- 160 Layette Kits
- 4 Home care Beds
- 25 Bikes
- Medical Supplies
Value:$191,430.75
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This morning (Friday), we sent a shipment to Guatemala!
It included:
- 20 Bikes
- 126 Midwest Mission Desks
- 560 Student Kits
- 14 Wheelchairs
- 146 Sleeping Mats
- 330 Cover Them With Love Quilts
- 3 Treadle Sewing Machines
- 24 Electric Sewing Machines
- 160 Layette Kits
- 440 lbs of Fire Equipment
- 260 Feminine Hygiene Kits
- 160 lbs of Tools
- Tarps
- Medical Supplies
- Blankets
Value: $195,927.00
Both of these shipments were sent through our partner Food For The Poor!
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Next week, five Midwest Mission staff members (Chantel Corrie, Ramon Ortiz, Sarah Frazee, Lisa Rigoni, and Mallory Webster) will be traveling with Food For The Poor to Honduras to visit places that receive our supplies, and to learn how we can better serve the communities in Honduras. Please be praying for their trip. Keep an eye out for updates throughout the week! | | |
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Next week, five Midwest Mission staff members will be traveling to Honduras with Food For The Poor to visit many of the places that receive Midwest Mission supplies. Please be praying for safe travels, fruitful conversations, and for God to move in amazing ways.
" We love because he first loved us."
1 John 4:19
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Midwest Mission Weekly Projects
Work of the Mission Volunteers
Work Done
- 561 Personal Dignity Kits
- 1,140 Student Kits
- 80 Feminine Hygiene Kits
- Bike Shop
- Desk Shop
- Poly Shop
- Cleaning
- Grounds keeping
- Counting into inventory
- Informational folders
Mission in Motion
7224 Rice Meals
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Hartford UMC - Hartford, WI
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Oak Creek Community UMC - Oak Creek, WI
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Wauwatosa UMC - Wauwatosa, WI
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Mt. Carroll UMC - Mt. Carroll, IL
270 Personal Dignity Kits
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Laurel UMC - Springfield, IL
Disbursements
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CICIM, Decatur, IL: Hygiene Supplies, Furniture/furnishings Value: $1,068.00
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Academic and Career Center Education Academy, Midland, MI: School Supplies Value: $184.00
Midwest Mission is able to do this work because of your generous donations and willingness to volunteer. Thank you!
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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.
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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 and 2026 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.
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Volunteers at Work
April 29 - May 3, 2024
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Ron and Sharon Monroe
Fairbury, IL
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Mary Marty
Brownsburg, IN
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Suzanne Conger
Indianapolis, IN
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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! | | | | |
