We realize that Jesus calls us not only to our local community but to the world! Thus, we feel this aspect of our missions ministries is very important.
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Beyond Our Local Community
Meeting World Needs – As needs arise beyond our local community (i.e. tsunamis, hurricanes, flooding, epidemics, etc.) we strive to provide for needs monetarily and / or in needed supplies (i.e. flood buckets, hygiene kits, etc.). Check back here to see if there are particular projects we are trying to assist.
Mission Trips – Beginning in 2009 we started a tradition of doing at least annual mission trips to areas beyond our local community, answering Jesus’ call to “go to all the world.” Our hope is that these trips will not only make a difference at the destination of the trip but in our lives to inspire us to serve together not only beyond our community but in our community. Look below for details about mission trips!
For more information, contact Rev. Georgia Harrison, Adult Education Pastor: 940-766-4231, x276.
On World Communion Sunday, October 3, 2010, we will take up an altar rail offering during Holy Communion that will benefit Imagine No Malaria, the United Methodist initiative to eradicate malaria on the continent of Africa by 2015. This video includes stories of survivors of malaria. Through our giving, we can allow other stories like this to be told.
How is Imagine No Malaria different from Nothing But Nets?
The success of Nothing But Nets has lifted us to a place where a sustainable victory over malaria is possible. The great work of Nothing But Nets will continue as part of Imagine No Malaria. Mosquito nets remain a very important tool, and when combined with education, communications, and improved treatment, we will achieve a sustainable victory over malaria.
On World Communion Sunday, October 3, 2010, we will take up an altar rail offering during Holy Communion that will benefit Imagine No Malaria, the United Methodist initiative to eradicate malaria on the continent of Africa by 2015. Watch this video to learn more.
Did you know. . . Malaria is a global health problem, affecting more than 500 million and killing more than one million every year. Every 30 seconds, a child dies of malaria. Malaria disproportionately affects young children and pregnant women. The people of The United Methodist Church have the unique opportunity to put discipleship into action to make a difference. Malaria is a treatable and preventable disease and it is a fight we can win.
Read the September 2010 Mosquito Bytes Newsletter in PDF format to learn more about what is happening with the United Methodist initiative, Imagine No Malaria.
At FUMC, one of our World Mission Initiatives is Imagine No Malaria, a United Methodist drive to eradicate malaria on the continent of Africa by 2015. Click the images below to learn more about this initiative!
Four adults and one 8-month-old made a difference at Lydia Patterson Institute in El Paso, Texas on August 1-5, 2010. The participants included:
Alexys Maxwell – “This trip was a great opportunity to visit and learn more about the school our church supports. It was also very encouraging to see how hardworking and grateful the students are.”
Taryn Maxwell – “The Mission Trip was a lot of fun. We had a great time serving fellow Chrsitians, growing in our relationships with each other, and in our personal relationships with God!”
Micah Sims – “Ah, bah, bah, bah, bah!”
Sandra Sims – “We worked in the hot sun pouring cement. More importantly, the time we spent with some great people helped cement our partnership with Lydia Patterson Institute.”
Troy Sims
After making it to El Paso on Sunday, the group was treated to authentic, homemade pork tacos and Mexican snow cones by the Iracheta Family. YUMMY!
Monday was the first day of work that included the tasks of:
Leveling and preparing an area for concrete;
Fixing, sanding, and varnishing a cabinet in a classroom to be used for storing CPR training equipment!
Tuesday found us mixing and pouring 18 sacks of concrete and installing doors on the cabinet from Monday. Then we did some sight seeing in Old Mesilla, New Mexico and eating at La Posta Restaurant – great Mexican Food.
Wednesday, we mixed and poured an additional 35 bags of concrete, installed hardware on the cabinet (finishing that project), and replaced mini-blinds! Then, Lydia Patterson staff treated us to another authentic Mexican Food Restaurant.
Fun Facts About El Paso, Texas:
Despite the fact that El Paso sits adjacent to one of the least safe cities in North America (Juarez, Mexico), El Paso was named the 2nd safest city in the United States with a population greater than 500,000!
Lydia Patterson Institute provides high school education for youth of Mexico who would not have that opportunity otherwise due to very limited high schools in Mexico – not everybody can attend! LPI’s hope is to educate young people to make Mexico a better place!
We realize that Jesus calls us not only to our local community but to the world! Thus, we feel this aspect of our missions ministries is very important.
Imagine No Malaria Overview
FAQ about Imagine No Malaria
Facts About Malaria
A United Response to Malaria
Four adults and one 8-month-old made a difference at 
On this mission trip to El Paso and Lydia Patterson Institute, we’d leave on Sunday, August 1, work Monday-Wednesday, and return Thursday, August 5.
