local missions
We are committed to being a force for positive change in our community. Our local outreach ministry is focused on loving and sharing Christ with our neighbors, building partnerships with local organizations, our local schools, and providing resources to help improve the lives of our neighbors. There are many ways to get involved and be the “hands and feet” of Jesus. Our programs are facilitated, lead, and financially supported by the members of McEachern UMC. Most of these ministries take place on our campus or in our immediate community.
To learn more contact ourmissions@mceachernumc.org.
Local Mission Opportunities
ESOL
English as a Second Language (ESL) registration will take place on Monday, August 5 and Wednesday, August 7 from 9:30AM – 12 PM on the third floor in McEachern’s Christian Life Center (CLC). Everyone is welcome and classes are free. Books cost $30. Classes will take place on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Citizenship Education Course
Citizenship Classes Beginning classes will take place on Saturdays from 2-4 in the McEachern UMC Christian Life Center (CLC). Requirements: Wear a mask; you must have a Green Card; you must speak and understand basic English; bring a pen and paper. Manuals cost $35.
Community Outreach Team
The Community Outreach Team serves people in the Powder Springs area who are in need of financial assistance. The Outreach Team works closely with the school social workers to offer assistance to families going through crisis. The Outreach Team will consider financial assistance for families in crisis after an application is completed and the client has an appointment with the outreach team. In addition to financial assistance, the outreach team offers resume editing, connections to other agencies, referrals to counselors, and most importantly-an open heart and prayer! During the holidays, the team shares the love of Christ by distributing Thanksgiving food boxes and Christmas gifts for families in need. For more information, contact the Local Outreach office: 770-943-3008 x5015.
Food Pantry – Feed The Sheep
The McEachern UMC Food Pantry is a team of volunteers dedicated to assisting those in financial need with food assistance to supplement their food budgets. This service is provided by the generosity of the members of McEachern UMC and supporters in the Powder Springs community. Families must call the outreach office and leave their contact information to schedule an appointment. We believe in demonstrating the love of Jesus toward our brothers and sister in need, treating everyone with dignity and respect modeling our work on Matthew 25:35 “For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.” If you have any questions regarding our food pantry, please call the outreach office at (678) 567-5015.
McEachern Tower Of Power Amateur Radio Club Ministry
“Communicating Christ Through Relationship In Action”
Get yourself up on a high mountain, O Zion, bearer of good news, Lift up your voice mightily, O Jerusalem, bearer of good news; Lift it up, do not fear. Say to the cities of Judah, “Here is your God!” Behold, the Lord GOD will come with might, With His arm ruling for Him. Behold, His reward is with Him And His recompense before Him. Like a shepherd He will tend His flock, In His arm He will gather the lambs And carry them in His bosom; He will gently lead the nursing ewes. – Isaiah 40:9-11 NASB
What is the Short Wave Radio Ministry?
A short-wave radio club which will be used to:
- Share Scripture and prayers to area radio operators who check in each week;
- Provide emergency communication in the event of a disaster here or in other places;
- Be the catalyst for getting together a full disaster relief group trained to go out to help others at their locations in the event of a disaster;
- Engage scouts and other groups to offer instruction and badges to youth;
- Engage the HAM radio operator community with a point of entry to serve through church;
- Use in STEM programs with local schools and community groups;
- Reach and build relationship with older & isolated people;
- Call and prepare people to be a help in a time of crisis here or around the world;
- A discipleship small group of operators sharing scripture, prayer and life weekly.
Short & Long-Term Benefits To The Mission of McEachern UMC:
- Vehicle for McEachern UMC to take Christ to the world and to connect the world to Christ.
- Tool to call and equip people of all ages to be the church of Christ providing relationship, aid and education.
- Fights isolation. Builds community. Fosters new local and global relationships for Christ.
- Extends the reach of relationship for Christ around the globe. Communicating Christ through relationship in action.
Boy Scouts of America Troop 405
Troop 405, under the chartered organization of the church, has been providing a quality scouting program since our original charter was signed on October 31, 1953! The scouts of Troop 405 spend many hours camping, learning new skills, and serving the community. In these busy times, this boy-led troop strives to camp monthly, work on merit badges, and seek service projects in the area. Please visit our website for more information.
Compton Elementary School
For many years McEachern UMC has supported the students and staff of Compton Elementary School through prayer, service and financial giving. McEachern UMC members can get involved by:
• Attending the annual prayer walk prior to start of school year
• Serving as greeters on the first day of school
• Being a tutor/mentor
• Providing school supplies
• Preparing and serving meals for staff twice each year
• Purchasing (plain) Cherrios thoughout the school year to provide classroom snacks
• Volunteering for school functions throughout the school year
Partner Ministries
While we are able to facilitate and support many great ministries here at McEachern UMC we recognize that the needs are greater than our capacity to serve. In order to maximize our effectiveness and to promote the shalom of God we have partnered with several specialized ministries. This financial and volunteer support allows these ministries to focus on specialized areas of service that we would not be able to do ourselves.
Murphy-Harpst
Murphy-Harpst provides programs for round-the-clock therapeutic care that enables children and youth to heal and recover so that they can re-engage with society and lead productive lives. For over a century, Murphy-Harpst has successfully treated thousands of children and youth by building the environment necessary to reverse the c ycle of a lifetime of cruelty and neglect. A ministry of the United Methodist Church, Murphy-Harpst relies on goodwill and contributions. The need is great and the cost is high.
McEachern UMC supports Murphy-Harpst through prayers, service and giving. Groups throughout the church have visited the campus to provide meals and activities and celebrations for residents and staff. Murphy-Harpst posts Amazon Wish-Lists frequently and McEachern UMC members have stepped up to meet the needs on many occasions.
MUST Ministries
A powerful, volunteer-driven organization, MUST Ministries addresses the basic needs of individuals, families and children with facilities in the Cobb and Cherokee counties and in numerous other counties. Programs include providing food, temporary housing, clothing, employment services, and more. MUST brings people of many faiths together to respond to God’s challenge to minister to others with compassion and love, without judgment of the beliefs, background or circumstances of those who serve or are being served. Our Mission is serving our neighbors in need – transforming lives and communities in response to Christ’s call.
United Methodist Men
Our mission is for men to have an onGROWing relationship with Jesus Christ. We are not a membership organization so all men are welcome! From BBQ fundraisers to Bible study to the Best Breakfast in West Cobb, there are many ways to get involved! Please email umm@mceachernumc.org to be added to our distribution list or ask any questions. Thanks!
Kairos Prison Ministry
Kairos Prison Ministry International is Christian faith based ministries that address the spiritual needs of incarcerated men, women, youth, and their families. By sharing the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ, Kairos hopes to change hearts, transform lives, and impact the world. Incarcerated participants who are released re-enter the outside world with a God-centered perspective and focus on becoming productive citizens.
Contact: jerrykirby1620@gmail.com
Mountain Top Boys Home
Mountain Top Boys Home cares for young boys referred by the Georgia Department of Family and Children Services and the Department of Juvenile Justice, who through no fault of their own become residents of our agency. Their daily life here is an organized family style guided by professional staff and house parents who counsel and mentor each boy. They often arrive neglected, immature, challenged, and have special physical, social, and emotional needs. Upon completion of Mountain Top’s individualized program, they become young men who are ready to take a faith-based and responsible citizenship role in life. We believe by pouring positive encouragement, direction, and resources into a young boy’s life now, we will create a safer, more successful society for the future.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat For Humanity’s Vision is “A world where everyone has a decent place to live”. Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.
You can find out more at https://nwmetroatlantahabitat.org/
Since 2018 McEachern UMC has been part of the Cobb Interfaith Habitat Coalition (CICH) with involvement championed by UMM. Each year, through fundraising and volunteerism, we help build a new house in our local community that will benefit a family for years to come.
Our Local Missionaries
Everywhere we walk is a mission field and the Mission Ministry at McEachern is proud to support local missionaries that are conducting important work in our region and nation. Each of these missionaries has been selected because their work mirrors the values of McEachern UMC and reflects our commitment to evangelism and developmental ministry.
Rev. Tom Atkins
Tom Atkins is a General Evangelist for the North Georgia Conference of the UMC. He represents a new generation of evangelists by seeking to bring the timeless truths and experiences of the Gospel to our contemporary culture. My purpose in accepting the Lord’s call to service as an evangelist is to preach and teach a clear and concise Gospel, so that those who hear will respond positively to the call of Christ.