May 19, 2023

Solar Panel Installation Begins

In 2020, Midwest Mission’s board of directors and staff began to dream and plan what it would look like for Midwest Mission to have solar panels. With a desire to steward resources well, and go more “green,” the Solar Project began.


The plans were made, and God continually showed up, orchestrating the work and connections in his perfect timing. This has been a long process as we fundraised, prayed, and waited for the construction to start, but we are excited for the end-result and the good it will do for the ministry.


This week, after a year of anticipation, the Solar Panels were installed on the warehouses.


The total project cost was $154,986, but with $66,632 of incentives, the net cost was $88,354.


The best part? The estimated 25-year electric bill savings is $308,494. Meaning, every $1 that was donated to the campaign will save us a minimum of $3.50 in electric costs.


Thank you for continuing to prioritize the stewardship of the resources God gives us. God continues to bless Midwest Mission in unthinkable ways!


If you would like to donate towards the Solar Project, go to midwestmission.org/donate and select “Endowment/Solar Project” under the “My gift is for” tab. You can also send a check to 1001 Mission Dr, Pawnee, IL 62558 with “solar” on the memo line.

Come See Us at Annual Conferences!

Annual Conferences are less than a month away! 


Each year in June, Midwest Mission staff members travel around the Midwest to visit United Methodist Annual Conferences. Staff members will collect donations, set up exhibit spaces, and catch up with volunteers. 


We want to see you! 


If you are at an Annual Conference we are at, stop by our booth or the collection truck and say hi.


Leading up to the Annual Conference season is a great time to collect needed items to donate to Midwest Mission. You could assemble Personal Dignity Kits or Student Kits, collect shampoo or dish soap, or make handmade items. This is a great opportunity for your small group, coworkers, or neighbors to get together and make a global impact right from your town. 


Click here to see what our current needs are.

Click here to download our kits and projects brochure.

Click here to see our patterns for handmade items.


We will be at:

  • Minnesota Annual Conference (Collection and Exhibit)
  • West Ohio Annual Conference (Collection and Exhibit)
  • Michigan Annual Conference (Exhibit, small items can be donated)
  • Iowa Annual Conference (Collection and Exhibit)
  • Northern Illinois Annual Conference (Collection and Exhibit)
  • Illinois Great Rivers Annual Conference (Collection and Exhibit)
  • Indiana Annual Conference (Exhibit Only)
  • East Ohio Annual Conference (Collection and Exhibit)
  • Wisconsin Annual Conference (Collection and Exhibit)
  • Missouri Annual Conference (Exhibit Only)


Click here for more information.

Prayers to Lift Up

Pray that we all continue to follow God's guidance, help those who are in need, and glorify God in all we do and say.


"As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received."

Ephesians 4:1

Midwest Mission Weekly Projects

Work of the Mission Volunteers


Projects completed

  • 1220 Personal Dignity Kits
  • 1050 UMCOR Menstrual Hygiene Kits
  • 791 Rice Meals - Sugar Grove UMC


Other work done

  • Desks - build and polyurethane
  • Cleaning
  • Sewing machines repaired
  • Counting into inventory
  • Rice Meal prep



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



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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.

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Ready to Get Involved?


Volunteer at Midwest Mission

Dates are available in 2023, 2024, and 2025


Need a Saturday option for team volunteering

or assistance in booking?


Contact Pat Wright at pat@midwestmission.org

or 217-697-4063


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


Volunteer Reservation Calendar



2025 Volunteer Calendar is now 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. Beginning October 1, 2023 you will be able to reserve Volunteer Shifts for January of 2024.


Thank you for your patience as we try to improve the reservation experience for both local teams and those staying in the dorm.

Volunteers at Work

May 15 - May 19, 2023

Volunteer Leaders

Sue Loeffler

Mercer, WI

Chuck and Karen Porter

Brighton, IL

Volunteer Teams

Advent UMC

Eagan, MN

Taylorville UMC

Taylorville, IL

Monticello UMC

Monticello, IL

River of Life UMC

Beloit, WI

Avon UMC

Avon, IN

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

Click Here for the UMVIM NCJ Newsletter
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