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Previous 2024
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2025 ingathering --- May 1st - June 2nd

WI Conference Mission Motivation Committee will be collecting items for Midwest Mission at Annual Conference. Please bring items to OCCUMC between May 1st and June 2nd. 


This year the focus is on Personal Dignity Kits and Home Care Kits, but appreciate any items

 found at midwestmission.org/kits and in the 2025 Kits & Projects brochure in the Collection Center. All items should be NEW – and should have only the items requested. Midwest Mission distributes these items locally, nationally, and internationally to those in need during times of crisis. All supplies are given free of charge regardless of gender, race or religion. Thank you for your generous support of our mission – bringing the hearts and hands of God’s people together to transform resources into humanitarian relief.

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Instead of shopping for the above kits, you may donate towards the value of a kit, &/or cover the shipping costs: Toothpaste/carry bag: $2.00; Shipping Costs: $1.00 for each kit or $1.50 for each bucket


Please include your donation with your weekly offering noting the amount for ‘Ingathering’ or donate online: occumc.org > Online Giving > Donate Now > Miscellaneous > Ingathering


 Prsonal Dignity Kit  (Value $15)

Hand towel (no kitchen towels)

Washcloth (no dishcloths)

Toothbrush (no multipacks)

Bar soap: 3-4 oz.

Shampoo: 12-19 oz.

Deodorant: 2-3 oz. (stick, roll-on, pump)

Lotion: 8-10 oz

1 Gallon resealable plastic bag

Put all items in a 1-gallon resealable plastic bag

Home Care Kit (Value $20)

Liquid household cleaner: 

58-80 oz. total (no pump/ spray

  bottles)

Dish soap: 42-64 oz.

Liquid laundry detergent: 

100-150 oz. total

Scrub brush (with or without handle)

5 Gallon round bucket with 

resealable lid

Place all items in the bucket 

The following items are also  needed but don't need to be new 

Bicycles: adult in good condition with minimal rust - no thin tires 

Medical equipment: folding walkers, canes, wheelchairs, crutches, knee scooters, shower chairs, hospital beds, walking boots, and slings. (no toilet risers please) 

Non-electric tools: shovels, brooms, rakes  

Sewing machines:  electric and treadles (Acceptable machines that need a little tuning up, oiling, etc. but not computerized ones.)

Sewing Notions: Bobbins, bobbin cases, buttons, needles, needle threaders, pin cushions, safety pins, scissors, seam rippers, straight pins, tape measures, thimbles, thread, thread clippers, fabric (min. 1 yard) 

Dementia Friendly Communities

A free program open to all.

*Your involvement can make an enormous difference in your community*


What is a Dementia Friendly Community? 

It is a community that shows a high level of public awareness and understanding of dementia, in which it is possible for people with dementia to live a good life, enabled to live as independently as possible and continue to be a part of their community. Most importantly, it is a community where they are met with understanding and given support where necessary. 


What will you learn? 

• What is a Dementia Friendly Community 

• Creating a Dementia Friendly Business 

• What is dementia 

• Warning signs 

• Dementia friendly communication and approaches 

• Creating a dementia friendly environment 

• Community programs & resources 


Date: Sunday, June 8th 

Time: 10:15 am (following worship) 

Location: Oak Creek Community United Methodist Church

Address: 8675 South 13th Street, Oak Creek  (corner of 13th Street & Puetz Road) 

Join us for a walk in the park!

From May – October, we will be visiting 6 different parks. Join us for at least 4, and earn a free admission ticket to the Mitchell Park Domes! If the weather is not cooperative – we will cancel this event in case of rain and see you next month.


Come hang out with old friends or make some new ones as you walk, bike, hit the playground, or just chill out on a bench and enjoy nature. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Leashed dogs are welcome, too.


All of the parks that we plan to visit have parking lots and bathrooms for your convenience. All ages are welcome! Invite your friends, family, and neighbors for some fun in the sun! 


See the complete list of parks and dates on the brocure on the rigt of this article ===>


OCCUMC BLOOD DRIVES

OCCUMC offers several Blood Drives each year.

Someone needs blood every 2 seconds. Donors are at The Heart of Our Community!  All blood donated stays here in Southeast Wisconsin.

Appointments are not required. Walk-ins are welcome.


Check the "CALENDAR" in the Communications section to see if there is a Blood Drive scheduled. 

Women’s Retreat at Lake Lucerne Camp - April 25 – 27, 2025

THEME: Take a leap of faith and Fully Rely On God (F.R.O.G.) 

 

Join women from across the state and beyond for a weekend of fun, relaxation, and learning. Each day features enriching workshop choices, devotions, nature walks and more. There’s no shortage of fellowship, good food, and time to relax in nature..


Registration fee  

Covers 2 nights lodging, 5 meals, 3 workshops, , group  activities,, and all necessary materials.    

Cost: $175 shared room or  $255 single room 

$75 deposit must accompany your registration or you may pay in full. Balance due by April 1st.  Refunds after April 1 st  only with substitution. Register early to save a spot.   

   ***Deadline to register is April 1, 2025. ***


 3 Ways to Register: 

   1 . Mail page 3 & 4 

   2. Eail page 3 & 4 

   3. Google Form link at  wiumcamps.org/retreats/ 


2  Ways to Pay: 

Make checks payable to Oak Creek Community UMC Mail with Registration to 8675 S. 13th Street   Oak Creek, WI 53154 Pay online at occumc.org Click  Online Giving then Donate Now.  Please check the box to cover ACH  or CC fees when checking out. 


Questions contact Bonnie Clement at bonnieclement05@gmail.com or 262-895-2644 

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