Missions
As our name states, missions are a passion of this congregation.
Join us and we will do all we can to empower, direct and provide opportunities for service to others.
Desert Mission Proudly Sponsors the Following Missions:
Wesley Golden Gate Community Center
One of the Missions we provide financial and other support to is the Golden Gate Community Center which is known for its health center for the impoverished population in South Phoenix. Wesley also provides after-school programs for children and many other programs supporting the local community. As many as 7,000 individuals are served.
You can help by volunteering as needed for after-school programs, tutoring, etc. and supporting families at Christmas.
For additional information visit their website: Wesley Community Center.
United Methodist Outreach Missions
United Methodist Outreach Missions (UMOM) is a local Phoenix faith-based center helping move families as well as single women out of homelessness. We donate funds to purchase meals for the Halle Women’s Center located at 3424 E. Van Buren Street in Phoenix. We also collect clothing and can arrange for the pickup of furniture to furnish their temporary housing.
For additional information visit their website: United Methodist Outreach Missions.
Ongoing Vista del Camino Food Bank Ministry
The Vista del Camino Food Bank is one of the many programs supported by Scottsdale Community Partners. The mission of the food bank is to provide emergency food, referral information, and financial assistance to individuals and families in the Scottsdale area that are in need. Desert Mission donates dollars as well as collects food items on a regular basis for this organization.
The church office is open on Thursdays from 8am to 2pm to drop off donations of non-perishable foods for the food bank. Envelopes are also provided for check donations. Please refer to the weekly newsletter for items needed most.
For additional information visit their website: Vista del Camino Food Bank.
Justa Center
The Justa Center is a daytime outreach program for homeless seniors. The streets are not safe for homeless individuals in general, but older people are particularly vulnerable. Justa Center is a day resource center for those individuals over the age of 55 who need a place to live and who have few resources and even fewer friends and family members on whom they can count for help.
DMUMC supports Justa Center with cash donations and “wished for” items as needed by the facility.
For additional information visit their website: Justa Center.
HopeKids
Desert Mission volunteers support HopeKids which provides ongoing events and activities and a powerful, unique support community for families who have a child with cancer or some other life-threatening medical condition. Our activities include prayers for the kids, personal notes of support, participation in sponsored events in a volunteer capacity, and offering special gifts at various times.
All are welcome to join us in this very meaningful ministry to our community.
For additional information visit their website: HopeKids
Sunshine Dog Rescue
Desert Mission volunteers support the Sunshine Dog Rescue. Their mission is rescuing medium to large breed dogs & puppies from high kill shelters & unsafe conditions. They give each animal proper vet care, vaccinations, rehabilitation, microchip & basic training to secure their future in a furever home.
For additional information visit their website: Sunshine Dog Rescue
HopeKids Valentine’s Day Event This Saturday
Our church will host a large group of young HopeKids (50 or so kids up to age 12) and their families this Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. for a special Valentine’s Day event.
