Not Just Us, but Many

CCUMC chose this summer to embark on a mission trip to Uganda. But, did you know that there are hundreds if not thousands of opportunities to engage in mission work and outreach through the United Methodist Church programs?

United Methodists have believed, from the beginning, that each of us is called to participate in the outreaching ministry of Jesus Christ. John Wesley described this work in simple, practical terms: "Do all the good you can, in all the places you can, to all the people you can."

Putting our faith into action is at the very heart of our Christian calling. By volunteering to serve through programs such as United Methodist Volunteers in Mission or the Mission Volunteers program of The General Board of Global Ministries, every person in the church has the opportunity to serve and to live their calling more faithfully.

Volunteers embody Christian love in action by bringing their diverse talents to mission programs, local outreach ministries, and emergency response and recovery work around the world.

If you are interested in learning more information, visit the UM Volunteer site. Here are links to two very interesting volunteer opportunities:

Global Justice Volunteers: This program provides young adults, 18-25 years old, opportunities to live and learn alongside people whose lives are shaped by justice work. Global Justice Volunteers volunteer at the grassroots level for a set term of 2-3 months. In spring of 2008, GJVs were placed at sites in Hong Kong, Korea, and China. Way cool!

NOMADS: Do you have an RV? Do you like to volunteer? The NOMADS (Nomads On a Mission Active in Divine Service) program offers persons with recreational vehicles the opportunity to share their time and skills in meaningful Christian service at United Methodist-related mission agencies, camps, churches, and in disaster response. Spending up to three weeks at a project site, NOMADS enjoy fellowship with other Christians while traveling with a purpose. What could be better?!