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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.

https://donate.wisconsin.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11535622

We are planning our annual trip to Midwest Mission.  You can be part of our  Our mission team wants to collect 100 onesies to bring with us to Midwest Mission in October. We’ll be collecting 0 – 6 months size onesies (no camouflage patterns) for the first 3 Sundays in October. We leave for Springfield, IL on October 20th. Check out the collection area by the Hospitality Counter to see all the cute onesies and how the count is coming. Thank you for being part of our mission project. 

We are planning our annual trip to Midwest Mission.  You can be part of our team. We have been sending a team to Midwest Mission in Pawnee, IL every year since the facility opened in 2000 (except 2020.)  We keep going back because we are doing God's work and we have so much fun.  Plus we get to use power tools!  You can come for a few days or all 6.  There are jobs for every skill level from sitting at a table counting items to making desks.  Come with a friend or make some new ones as you work together on a wide variety of projects.  

Cost is $12 per day for materials, $25 per night double occupancy & $25 processing fee double occupancy.  There are also RV spots available - cost is $30 per night.  Meals are your own responsibility.  We eat breakfast & lunch in the dorm (there is a kitchen to prepare meals) and those who wish to, go out for dinner. Carpooling and scholarships are available.  Don't delay if you want a bottom bunk in the dorm.  

Contact Bonnie, bonnieclement05@gmail.com or 262-497-9969 for details.  Registration deadline is August 1st.

Check should be made out to OCCUMC and sent to 8675 S 13th Street Oak Creek, WI  53154 to arrive before August 1st.  Please note Midwest Mission trip in the memo.

Or pay online at occumc.org pick ONLINE GIVING -  DONATE NOW - pick OTHER and specify Midwest Mission Trip.  Please check the box to pay the credit card or direct debit fee.

Check out Midwest Mission's website for more information about volunteering there.  midwestmission.org 

Thank you!  Ingathering 2024 was a huge success. You are incredible! 

Our church donated 5 Personal Dignity Kits, 4 Home Care buckets, 3 bikes, 1 wheel, 2 sewing machines,1 walker, 1 sleeping mat, 12 onesies, 8 one handled school bags, 8 toothbrushes, 2 bottles of shampoo, 4 towels, 3 washcloths, and 13 bars of soap. Items collected from all churches: 1800 Personal Dignity Kits, 170 Home Care Buckets, school supplies, sleeping mats, medical equipment, bikes, sewing machines and so much more. Over $6,000 was received at Annual Conference and more was sent to the Conference Office in Sun Prairie. 

Consider being part of a mission trip to Midwest Mission.

Contact bonnieclement05@gmail.com for more information.

Together with Midwest Mission we show God's love in a practical way to those in need in their time of crisis.  God's presence in this ministry is undeniable - bringing the right people and resources together, allowing us to share His hope and empowerment around the world and around the corner. Thank you!

Our May 1 -  June 2, 2024 focus is on Personal Dignity Kits and Home CareO Kits, but Midwest would appreciate any items found at midwestmission.org/kits 

  Sewing machines (new) electric and treadles 

  Bicycles (adult in good condition with minimal rust)

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

  Blankets new or gently used, for disaster response 

  Non-electric tools specifically shovels, brooms, rakes  

Oak Creek Community United Methodist Church located at 8675 S. 13th Street, Oak Creek, WI  53154 is hosting a rice meal pack Saturday, April 20th 4pm-6pm. These meals will help meet hunger needs and provide disaster relief. Come and join us! You can pack for 1 hour or 2. There are sitting and standing jobs available.  

Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0945A9AC28A1FFCF8-47937154-rice#/  on your own and make some new friends, or get your family and friends together and sign up for several slots 

One bag feeds 5-6 people and only costs $2 to make. We are purchasing enough supplies to make 1,200 bags! We are asking for a donation of $25 per person to cover supplies.  If you are not able to donate the full $25, any donation would be appreciated. If you are only able to donate your time, we look forward to seeing you! 

You can bring money that day or donate online by clicking the ONLINE GIVING button above - select Donate Now - pick Other and note Rice Meal Pack.  

If you have questions, contact the church at 414-762-4600 or Bonnie Clement 262-497-9969 

The Food Bank Challenge starts February 14th and goes until Easter Sunday. 

Going to Pieces is putting up $500 and United Women in Faith is putting up $300 to start the challenge. 

Please give generously and help us... to help others.  

Thank You GTP and UWF   

Please mark your calendars and stop by to visit us that day.

On Saturday March 16th from 9:00 am -1:00 pm, Going To Pieces will be participating in a craft fair at All Saints Lutheran Church, 9131 S. Howell Ave. in Oak Creek.   

Join us for a fun filled evening Saturday, April 13th at 5:00 pm. There will be a Free Will offering for soup & chili in Doyle Hall and auction items for you to  bid on.  

If you have any questions or would like to make an auction donation please contact Clinton or Jonathan 

Join women from across the state for Sole Sisters, Walking with Jesus at Lake Lucerne Camp and Retreat Center,. It will be 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. The retreat includes 2 nights lodging, 5 meals, 3 workshops, and all necessary materials. 

Registration forms are available in the Friendship Room or at https://wiumcamps.org/retreats/.  

Deadline to register is April 1, 2024. Questions contact Bonnie

Online registration link