October 8th The COAT PANTRY opens at Reed City United Methodist Church - Room 11 Open every Wednesday from NOON to 3pm. You are welcome to enter through our front door or use the Franklin Ave. entrance - door "F" - to visit us. Everyone is welcome !
Needed are donations of new and clean, gently used winter coats, boots and accessories to help keep our neighbors warm. Please leave your donations at local church collection sites or bring them on Wednesday to the Coat Pantry. Volunteers are needed to help collect donations and help on Wednesdays. Thank you !
Our first fundraiser for the Tijuana Mission Trip will be held on Saturday, October 25th, from 5 to 7 pm. We will be hosting a Mexican dinner that includes a taco bar with hamburger, or chicken, taco toppings, Mexican-style rice, refried beans, and churros. Choice of drinks will be coffee, lemonade, or tea. The meal is available for a donation toward the trip. Meal orders to go can be placed by calling the church at 832-9441 starting at 2 pm that day for pick-up at 5 pm.
The Food Pantry is located at St. Philip Neri Church, 831 S. Chestnut St., Reed City. It is open every Tuesday • 10 am – 1 pm and volunteers are needed to help.
The item of the month in October is Canned Fruit (Any Kind, Any Brand)
You may leave these items AND other non-perishable donations in or near the bin in our church foyer.
A reminder: donated items must be in their original sealed packaging/no open bags or boxes or partially used items. Importantly, they must also display current, non-expired dating for “use by” purposes. The food pantry cannot distribute any item that is past-date and expired. While many items are safe beyond their expiration date, they are not usable by the food pantry and will be discarded. NOTE: expired, unopened boxed and canned goods are collected at HERSEY's HOUSE OF HOPE to be used for animal feed - see next *NOTE
Please keep in mind, monetary donations are used to purchase food in bulk quantities at a reduced cost. You may give through your church offering -- please mark your gift "Food Pantry." Thank you!
HERSEY's HOUSE of HOPE 15719 U.S. 10, Hersey, MI 49639
At Hersey’s House of Hope, our mission is rooted in compassion and dedication to providing unwavering support to women facing homelessness resulting from domestic violence, substance abuse, or release from incarceration. We believe that every woman deserves a safe space, a chance to rebuild, and the opportunity to achieve self-sufficiency. Our commitment extends beyond offering emergency shelter and transitional housing; we strive to empower women through job training, counseling, and essential resources. Our mission is not just a statement but a daily pledge to create an environment where every woman can find solace, strength, and the tools to shape a brighter future.
There is always a need of FOOD for their Food Pantry.
The store and silent auction open from 9 am - 5 pm every Saturday. Contact 231-468-9362 to drop off your clean and gently used donations (clothing, household goods, furniture, personal hygiene items, towels, bedding, appliances, books, children's toys, puzzles and games, seasonal decorations, etc.)
*NOTE: They also accept expired shelf stable food for animal feed.
Be sure to visit their website, stop by to shop on Saturday, support their cause through your donations or volunteer to help.
HELP AVAILABLE
The Women in Faith of our church have been concerned for the seniors in our congregation who need help at times accomplishing chores in their homes but, are not able to do some of those chores now.
The Osceola County Commission on Aging has help available with housekeeping chores, rides for appointments, and meals among other services. Some options require a fee, but grants are also available dependent on income.
If you need help in your home, call 231-734-5559 for more information.
42nd Circuit Court – Family Division Seeks Foster Families to join our dynamic team of foster parents!
We offer lots of support, training and flexibility. Foster homes are needed for youth ages 8 to 17. We have a need for respite care and short placements. Foster parents can be married or single, rent or own their home, and work full or part-time. Payment is provided.
Please call Jodie Garner, 42nd Circuit Court – Family Division • 989-832-6398 for a packet of information.
Prayer Changes Things
To submit or update a prayer request, please call: (231)832-9441 or email: office@reedcityumc.com