SERVE IN DISTANT PLACE
GOOD WORKS, ATHENS OH
Since 1981, Good Works has been worshiping God by providing shelter and a Community of Hope for our neighbors struggling with poverty in Appalachian Ohio. Good Works is a Christ-centered, 501(c)3, non-profit organization.
To learn more, visit www.good-works.net. Powell UMC has partnered with Good Works for several years and does several trips a year.
Men in Mission
All men are invited to participate in our annual Mission Work Day, Saturday, October 19th. This is a meaningful way to serve, learn, and connect with others in the faith.
For more information and to register, contact Pastor Larry,larrybrown@powellumc.org,
Meal Prep Night for a Community Meal: Thursday, November 14th, 6:00pm church kitchen. Love cooking and helping others? Come to an evening of chopping, mixing, socializing and serving God as we prepare a healthy meal for a local community in Athens, OH. Bring your cutting board and your smile. If you are interested in serving, please register below. Contact katyabrodbeck@powellumc.com with any questions.
Friday Night Life: Friday, November 15th, 2pm-9:30pm We meet in the parking lot of the church, drive to the Athens area to serve and participate in the community meal. This is a place of sharing food and fellowship where people come from all walks of life. If you are interested in serving please register below. Questions, contact Katya, katyabrodbeck@powellumc.org.
Good Works Work Retreat: November 15th-November 16th Experience a day-long work retreat with people affected by poverty and under the leadership of Good Works that is committed to bring hope to those in need. Our time together will include being in community, doing service projects and some times of reflection. The service work usually does not require any special skills. It could be painting, cleaning or raking leaves. Visiting with people who are affected by poverty and being present with them will be included in the time of the serving project.
Arrive on a Friday night, November 15th, 8pm and spend the night. Make sure to bring your own bedding and a heavy blanket or a sleeping bag. There are two showers if you need to take one. Bring your toiletries with you. You can also arrive on Saturday morning, November 16th, at 8am and join the group as we will begin our activities at 8:30am. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes and bring your water bottle.
Cost: If you are spending the night, the overnight cost is $30.00 per family/person. The food is $15.00 and includes breakfast and lunch on Saturday. Those who are coming for Saturday only, we will discuss the lunch at our organizational meeting.
Organizational/Informational Meeting: October 28, 7pm.
To sign up, please fill out these two forms: 1)Powell UMC form & 2) Good Works Volunteer Release Form and register here:
Questions, contact Pastor Katya, katyabrodbeck@powellumc.org.
WEST VIRGINIA FLOOD RECOVERY
In June 2016 massive flooding impacted 44 out of 55 West Virginia counties. UMCOR and FEMA report that the flooding was more harmful than most natural disasters because of breadth, geography and inherent poverty. Rebuilding is expected to take until 2020 or 2021. Those who feel a nudge to go are invited to prayerfully consider being a part of the team. Although skills are important, people willing to simply help and offer the presence of Christ are equally important. The trip will provide time for reflection, relationship building and fun in addition to work.
THE NEXT MISSION TRIP IS OCTOBER 10-13, 2019!
There is an informational and planning meeting scheduled for Tuesday, September 17th at 7:00pm. Email sandyhuber@powellumc.org if you feel called to offer hope and service in the midst of the disaster caused by flooding.