Serving the community
Seasonal donation and volunteer opportunities
Contact missions@washparkumc.org with questions or to volunteer.
Seasonal Mission Projects
FISH of East Denver Donations Needed Before Sunday, September 12
We are hosting a food and toiletries drive for FISH of East Denver. The drive begins immediately and there are bins in the Narthex where you can drop off donations. The drive will conclude on Rally Sunday on September 12.
FISH is specifically looking for the following items to restock their pantry. Hotel-size items are preferred, but will accept any size items.
If you have any questions, please contact missions@washparkumc.org.
We are hosting a food and toiletries drive for FISH of East Denver. The drive begins immediately and there are bins in the Narthex where you can drop off donations. The drive will conclude on Rally Sunday on September 12.
FISH is specifically looking for the following items to restock their pantry. Hotel-size items are preferred, but will accept any size items.
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Lotion
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrushes
- Hearty soups & stews
- Canned meats
- Canned fruit
- Canned beans
- Granola bars
- Oatmeal/cereal with individual serving packets
- Peanut butter
- Jelly
If you have any questions, please contact missions@washparkumc.org.
Ongoing Mission Projects
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Food Bank Donations accepted on the first Sunday of each month
Drop off non-perishable, non-expired donations on the first Sunday of each month in bins at both doors of the church. All donations go to Fish of East Denver. For more information, contact missions@washparkumc.org. |
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Sandwiches and Socks in Civic Center Park
The Sandwiches and Socks Mission is part of a bigger mission in our Denver Area. We collaborate with multiple churches and organizations to feed the homeless in Civic Park every day at noon. You can help by making peanut and butter sandwiches after worship service, helping to assemble lunches, and distributing lunches on the 4th Saturday of each month. For more information or to sign up, contact missions@washparkumc.org. |
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Bags of Hope
Grab a few bags to keep in your car. As you drive around town and find someone in need, you can just hand them one of these bags. This mission relies on you donations. Please drop off any of the following items in the bin in the Narthex: small bottles of water (8 oz size), anti-bacterial wipes, socks, cracker packs (peanut butter/cheese), or soft granola bars. |
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Habitat for Humanity
WPUMC is a member of a coalition of churches that builds a Habitat for Humanity home each year. We also raise approx. $65,000 each year to partially fund the cost of building a Habitat house. |
Previous Missions Activities
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Christmas in the Park
Thank you so much to all who donated bags, backpacks, and suitcases. WPUMC handed out over 200 bags to homeless on Christmas Day. Learn more:
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Operation Gratitude
Jennifer Harber hosted a Women's Event at her home in October in support of Operation Gratitude. We assembled 60 care packages and sent along 20 handwritten notes from the Sunday School.
Jennifer Harber hosted a Women's Event at her home in October in support of Operation Gratitude. We assembled 60 care packages and sent along 20 handwritten notes from the Sunday School.
Ronald McDonald House
In October, the Youth Group prepared and served lunch to the families staying at Ronald McDonald House. About 20 people at the house enjoyed chili, salad, and brownies with ice cream. Nine youth and four adults participated.
In October, the Youth Group prepared and served lunch to the families staying at Ronald McDonald House. About 20 people at the house enjoyed chili, salad, and brownies with ice cream. Nine youth and four adults participated.
Morning has Broken Orphanage in South Africa
In August, WPUMC presented Reverend Daniel Marutle with a check for $3,280. This was due to the generous donations made by our congregation. We continue to support Daniel as he serves as an ambassador for WPUMC with his work in South Africa and with the Morning Has Broken orphanage. If you would like more information about this mission, please e-mail Caroline Christensen @ missions@washparkumc.org.
In August, WPUMC presented Reverend Daniel Marutle with a check for $3,280. This was due to the generous donations made by our congregation. We continue to support Daniel as he serves as an ambassador for WPUMC with his work in South Africa and with the Morning Has Broken orphanage. If you would like more information about this mission, please e-mail Caroline Christensen @ missions@washparkumc.org.
Swinging at AIDS
In August, WPUMC sponsored a hole at the Swinging @ AIDS Charity Golf Tournament held at Denver City Golf Course. This event raises awareness and money for AIDS treatment for women and children in rural India, as well as, serving those in need in Colorado. WPUMC was represented by the foursome of Bob Christensen, and Ron, Michelle and Ryan Hoskins.
In August, WPUMC sponsored a hole at the Swinging @ AIDS Charity Golf Tournament held at Denver City Golf Course. This event raises awareness and money for AIDS treatment for women and children in rural India, as well as, serving those in need in Colorado. WPUMC was represented by the foursome of Bob Christensen, and Ron, Michelle and Ryan Hoskins.
Reading Partners Colorado
Kids' book donations were collected and distributed to Reading Partners Colorado in April 2018.
Kids' book donations were collected and distributed to Reading Partners Colorado in April 2018.