Local Missions
Through our local mission efforts, we’re committed to making good neighbors right here in our community. Whether it's serving at the Open Shelter, supporting Faith Mission, collecting diapers for Little Bottoms or hosting blood drives, we believe in putting our faith into action.
Mission Trips
Whether locally or abroad, New Albany UMC is committed to spreading the hope of the Gospel to the world. Opportunities are available for students and adults.
More Ways to Serve
Faith Mission Meal Ministry
Bob and Susie Dye
Faith Mission provides shelter and services to those experiencing homelessness. Click on the sign-up below to serve lunch or dinner to the residents of Faith Mission with other NAUMC members.
Open Shelter Brown Bag Ministry
Karen Dennis/Van Shirey
At 6:00 on the second Tuesday of each month, we meet in the Church kitchen to pack brown bag lunches for open shelter. No sign-up required.
Kindway Prison Ministry
Jean Schafer/Lyndsey Casey
KAIROS Prison Ministry
Kim Doran
Little Bottoms Free Store
Sally Belshaw
Donations of diapers, wipes, baby supplies, and clothing for children up to age 4 can be dropped off in the Church lobby anytime and we will deliver the items directly to the Little Bottoms Free Store.
Quilting/Knitting Ministry
Helen Pestel/Jean Beach
Festival of Sharing
Helen Pestel
Every fall, NAUMC collects items to distribute kits where they are needed most both in the US and internationally.
Red Cross Blood Drives
David Halsey
Aletheans
Aletheans (Seekers of Truth) is a service group creating mission-focused items like children's clothes, quilts, and comfort items for those in need. All are welcome to join this easy, volunteer-based sewing group on the 4th Tuesday of the month from 10-1:30 in the café for crafting and fellowship. Bring a lunch.
New Albany Food Pantry
Pam Estelle