Volunteers in Mission Trip

Support our Mission Team on their trip to Camp Mechuwana, Maine! Monetary donations can be placed in the offering envelope located in pew rack. Simply enclose donation and mark Summer VIM in the Designated Offering section!

Used Eyeglass Collection

Sanctuary is starting a new ministry project in coordination with the Lions Club to collect used eye glasses and distribute them to those in need in Latin and South America. The Lions have partnered with VOSH (Volunteer Optometric Service for Humanity) to establish a distribution network to these areas. All we need is you! An eyeglass collection box will be set out in the narthex. You just need to do bring in the old eyeglasses you have lying around at home and drop them in the box. We will take it from there. We accept all prescription glasses and BOTH prescription and NON prescription used sunglasses. Do not be overly concerned about the condition of the glasses, as they are re-conditioned prior to distribution. This will be an ongoing project, so the collection box will be available for a long time to come. Questions contact Brian Hamilton at brianham@rcn.com.

Sanctuary Softball

Back by popular demand, our intramural softball team is in full swing, sharing fun and fellowship. The schedule is posted in the narthex on the bulletin board, so come on out and cheer them on! Questions please contact Bob Miller.

Operation: Faith, Hope and Love

Being held on September 11
See our Operation: Faith, Hope and Love page for more information about this event.

Clothing Collection
We are looking for donations of clothing items including: men, women and children's fall and winter clothes and coats. Clothing will be given directly to recipients, so please ensure your donations are in excellent condition and laundered. You may begin dropping off donations immediately; there is a storage area set up in the Sr. High room just off the social hall. Please drop off bags of clothing in this room. If you're interested in helping with this outreach opportunity, please contact Erica Ness: emteague01@yahoo.com. If you'd like to help with the clothing drive please contact Sue Burrell: sburrell10@verizon.net.

Food Drive:
Please pick up an OFHL bag in the narthex on the table across from the Welcome Desk, fill the bag with the items listed below and return your filled bag back to the narthex. You may also make checks payable to Sanctuary UMC, donate cash or gift cards. If you choose to provide a check, please be sure to include "OFHL Food Drive" in the memo line. Items needed for Food Bags are: 2 cans of soup, 2 cans of vegetables 15oz., 1 can fruit 15oz., 1 can tuna fish 5 oz., 1 jar peanut butter 16oz., 1 box pasta noodles, 1 jar spaghetti sauce 26oz., 1 box cereal, 1 box mac and cheese.

Holy Grounds Cafe - THE Meeting Place After Worship!

Fellowship is an important element in the life of Sanctuary. Each Sunday The Holy Grounds Cafe is open from 8:30 am to Noon. Located in the Social Hall, the cafe is an inviting place to enjoy refreshments and warm conversation. A variety of tasty items are offered as folks are greeted and encouraged to relax and take in the spirit of Hospitality. In the Summer months we also provide an outdoor cafe, The Oasis located at the entrance of the church. Here you can grab something "to go" or, sit and enjoy a snack in the beautiful outdoors. These times of fellowship provide a great opportunity for visitors to meet new friends and share in the joy of fellowship.