Caring Ministries
Actions speak louder than words
January’s “Thank You” notes; I wanted to thank you for allowing me to use your facility for Lois Griswold’s “90th” Birthday party. You were so trusting and giving even though I’m not a member of your church. Frank Cammarata was so helpful and sweet to make sure everything was just how I wanted it. The party was a success due to the wonderful people and the openness to share your facility. Thank you, JoDee Clark Thank you to all the…
P.A.L.S. – Update
Estate Sale We completed another successful Estate Sale that grossed over $1,300. Considering this was a small sale it was a success as well as we all had a lot of fun working together. We appreciate the opportunity to assist with this endeavor and appreciate your trust in us. Thank you for letting us serve you! A big appreciate goes to Joyce and Arlan Steen, Joyce Hughes, Eileen Pike, Bluette Hendricksen, Toni Adema and Suellen Dolson. You all made my…
Heifer Update – December 2018
December 4, 2017 – the day the Lakeview United Methodist Men sent in the first donation to Heifer International. We sent a check of $120 to donate 6 flocks of chicks. We remember doing the math, “passing the gift” and the eventual possibility of “9X” the impact we could help lift 54 families out of poverty and hunger. Since that day the Methodist Men have sent over $15,000 in donations of animals and services for the poor and hungry around…
Share Sunday (throughout the Holiday Season)
November 25, 2018 “Spaghetti Sauce and Noodles” Needed for Valley View Food Bank The Mission and Outreach Committee is reaching out to our Lakeview Family for extra weekly help for those in our community who are really hungry. From now on, we will be asking for different foods to be brought in weekly so that those who do not have much to eat will benefit from our generous donations. On November 25th, please bring in “Spaghetti Sauce and Noodles” for…
PALS – People Abounding in Loving Service
Loving Services Provided for Lakeviewers PALS is here to help you with: ASSISTANCE WITH DOWNSIZING: Provide help with housing choices, with packing & setting up a new home, and with Neighbor Helping Neighbor estate sales. ASSISTANCE WITH MEDICAL CARE: Become a second set of ears during medical visits. Help with medical terminology. Provides rides. TRANSPORTATION: Provide rides to medical care, pick up prescriptions and groceries, & running errands. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Fill out VA forms; prepare/review tax forms; explain qualifications for…
Support Habitat for Humanity
Lakeview UMC Drive to Support Habitat for Humanity: “…Homes, Communities, Hope…. We build so children can have healthy, safe homes where they can learn and grow to their full potential.” The Lakeview UMC fund drive to assist in purchase of building supplies for Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona will be closing on November 4. The “House Bank” collection boxes will be available in the entry hall of the church and at all three church services on November 4th. An additional…
Stephen Minister’s Training
Wednesday, October 17 Stephen Ministry at Lakeview UMC will begin a new class for men and women seeking training as caregivers. This training extends for fifty hours, concluding with the commissioning of those who choose to be part of a new group of the lay caregivers we call Stephen Ministers. If you would like more information on how to become a Stephen Minister or receive care from one, please contact Pastor Linda or Pastor Ross at 623.974.5821.
Healing Drums for Children & Seniors
Healing Drums In 2017-2018, Sun City residents participated in the 300-Drum Project. Residents volunteered to make and paint Native American style 10” hoop drums for Children living in the 30 Maricopa County Group Foster homes. There are 10 children living in each home. Every month on the fourth Friday, two houses, 20 children, participated in a one-hour facilitated drum circle at Lakeview United Methodist Church. Afterward the children were presented with their own African Djembe or Native American Style drum…
Stephen Ministry Corner
Encourage One Another … In 1 Thessalonians 5, Paul writes, “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up…Encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone.” God has called us all to build up and encourage one another. For those who are experiencing a really difficult time, our Stephen Ministers can provide the special encouragement, care, and support they need until they are past the crisis. If you would like more information on our Stephen Ministry, please call…
Gift Of A Healthy Home
Heifer Project I just finished painting my closet yesterday. Many of the recipients of our gifts thru Heifer International would probably ask “What is a closet?” God’s poorest and hungriest families would love to have living conditions as clean as a newly painted closet. Well, as always, help is on the way. One donor this past month specified giving two gifts of a “Healthy Home.” Families are given the opportunity to earn the income they need to improve their living…
Adult Vacation Bible School – Update
Adult VBS We have had such a great boost in our ideas and our VBS planning from Lakeviewers who attend meetings! This past week, our VBS planning team decided to carry forward with the “Candy Bar Ministry” proposed at our first meeting. What a SWEET TREAT that will be every day! Come and see…and taste! Another program we are going to carry forward will be an “After” program between 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM for VBS attendees who want to…
What Is PALS?
So what is PALS? WHO? – people who enjoy working together to help others WHAT? – a network of the Caring Ministries programs including Phone Friends, Transportation Volunteers and Stephen Ministry WHERE? – in the Sun City area for members of LUMC who need help in any of five areas of ministry (See details below) WHEN? – as needed for short periods of time by Lakeviewers whocare about helping their neighbors HOW? – as Caring Ministries is contacted, needs…
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