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United Methodist MenZion UMMen is an affiliate of United Methodist Men chartered through the General Commission on UMMen. Our mission is simply "to enhance the centrality of Jesus Christ in men's lives and relationships." However, our mission statement is too detailed to be included here but will be posted on the UMMen web page on the Zion web site. I am sure that although our members bring many diverse perspectives to the table that we can agree that affirming the stated purpose of the General Commission on UMMen is our common mission. The mission of the UMMen is to help men center their lives and relationships on the teachings of Jesus Christ. All other activities fall under this one goal. I have drafted a tentative mission statement for United Methodist Men that is under review by the leadership of Zion. My hope is that it will be posted on our web page even if it is only a tentative mission statement. I see that a unifying goal is to focus on what is of common importance and to choose the tasks involved in reaching that goal. To do that we need a “mission statement.” This first step will serve to give our group some direction and we will address it in our September meeting along with a discussion of events to take place that month CANVASSING OF MEMBERS: As a second step, George Nieder is in charge of canvassing the Zion membership to see how we can increase attendance at our general meetings. YOU CAN HELP even if it is only for 30 minutes: You see we have much available manpower and can accomplish much with a focused effort. SECRETARY POSITION VACANT: With a secretary to take notes, the time of the meeting can be shortened and the President can better concentrate on the meeting topics, etc. If you feel able to do this, please express your interest. PRAYER: God give us the direction and strength to make UMMen meetings purposeful and productive, so that all participants will feel spiritually enlightened. Officers for the UMM: Kenneth Ramsey, Acting President and Secretary; Marv Hall, Treasurer; George Nieder, Membership Canvasser; Bodie Williams, UMMen Spiritual leader Steve Ellyson, UMM President since January, has resigned due to his impending move to West Virginia. The Zion UMM appreciate Steve's leadership and seek to honor him by continuing their efforts to promote the education, mission, nurture, and evangelism initiatives adopted by the Church. A Tribute to Mo Messer UMMen regret the passing of Mo Messer who was a good friend of the UMM. Mo was particularly helpful during a couple of week-long service projects: the Red Bird project, a trip to Kentucky where nine volunteers from Zion spent a week repairing, building and painting to help a distressed community, and more recently the Zion Camp project where a home was renovated and painted to aid a local family. Phone Tree/Snail Mail Zion UMMen recognizes that not all members are computer savvy or have access to the internet. Therefore, I am in the process of creating alternative lines of communication via a phone tree. If you are interested leave me a note in the UMM mailbox in the fellowship hall. Any man with an interest in joining, please contact George Nieder, our Membership chairman Ken Ramsey, for the UMM Zion UMM Tent Rental Information
The Men received a gift from Richard Reichert’s Lions Club last month. The Lions Club donated a 20 X 30 ft tent to the men to be used as a fund raising tool. Anyone who is hosting an outdoor event can rent the tent from the men. We will set up and take down the tent for a donation to the Zion United Methodist Men. You don’t have to be a member to rent the tent so please help spread the word to your family and friends.
Members: $100.00
Non-Members: $250.00
Zion UMM Mission Statement Zion United Methodist Men (Zion UMM) exists to enhance the centrality of Christ in every man’s life and relationships. A strong bible based Men’s ministry through evangelism, service and spiritual education (ESS) will better equip Zion’s men and their families to find God’s purpose in life as they are called to daily model the servant leadership teachings of Jesus Christ. Zion UMM will fulfill this mission by: • Providing resources and support services to promote the ministry and growth of men in their ever changing relationships, roles and responsibilities in their family setting, workplace and society. • Support for the Heart Havens program for special needs individuals • Partnership with our pastor to provide pastoral care as requested • Material support for youth programs • Scholarships for deserving young adults • Support for the Zion Food pantry • Christmas Parade and other community events • Christmas for 5-9 financially distressed families • Temporary seasonal allocations of service and funding to a selected local project • Other yearly funded programs, e.g. global United Methodist programs • Support for Habitat for Humanity • Support for the Church Library Program • Support Zion’s educational programs, through talks, videos and study sessions • Written material and displays prepared by Zion UMM • Church socials and picnics • Activities for the fellowship of men who seek Christ and are united in our mission • Teaching and encouraging all men to be good stewards and disciples under God’s plan for them in this brief period of life on Earth as they are: • tested by the Devil’s temptation-(James 1:12-13) • entrusted with certain responsibilities (Luke 16:9-10) • assigned as caretaker of God’s resources (Genesis 1:26, 2:15) • Zion UMM (sponsored or supported) fund raising activities • Yearly pecan sale • Bi-Annual Yard Sale • Tent rental program • Aluminum Can recycling etc • Pancake and Potluck Suppers • Special canvassing for specific programs Any man with an interest in joining, please contact George Nieder, our Membership chairman.
Mission Statement Heart Havens is a nonprofit organization which was given birth by the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church in 1996. We provide for the residential needs of adult individuals with mental retardation and developmental disabilities, regardless of their age, race, gender, or religious preference, through the development and management of group homes throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. This is accomplished by:
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