outreach
Clarendon United Methodist Church believes that our mission of Embracing All, Sharing Christ, and Serving Others is tied to our outreach—especially the way our ministries of compassion, justice, and advocacy fulfill our theme of Living Love in our wider community and in the world.
Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me. —Matthew 25:40
CUMC hosts many events throughout the year to support our community. Please see below for information on our outreach efforts.
OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
In addition to the outreach opportunities mentioned here, Clarendon UMC has need of your assistance in myriad ways! Please see how you can serve within our church and fill our our Wish To Serve form below to find out how you can help out around the church.
CHRISTMAS TREE and WREATH SALES
Clarendon UMC provides a beautiful selection of Christmas trees and wreaths for sale each year with proceeds benefiting Arlington THRIVE. The Sale begins the Saturday after Thanksgiving.
PLOT AGAINST HUNGER GARDEN
CUMC provides fresh produce to clients at Arlington Food Assistance Center with its garden on the grounds of the church. With an expanded raised bed, we are able to harvest tomatoes, beans, lettuce, and squash of various kinds. We are able to walk it into our own church and distribute on Saturday mornings to those who need some extra food. We can always use extra help during the summer months when our garden is flourishing! If you would like to join in this outreach effort by weekly watering, harvesting, or trimming plants, please contact the church office.
ARLINGTON BUNNY HOP
Begun in 2018, this annual event provides people of all ages with a fun way to enjoy a healthy, spring weather activity together and to raise support for local Arlington charities. Over 600 people (including racers, volunteers, and entertainers) participated during the inaugural Hop and all net proceeds from the race (more than $9,000) were donated to Bridges to Independence. Learn more at www.arlingtonbunnyhop.org
Bridges to Independence
Bridges to Independence leads individuals and families
out of homelessness and into stable, independent futures. Clarendon UMC supports Bridges to Independence through proceeds raised with the Arlington Bunny Hop.
Doorways for Women
Doorways for Women transforms the lives of adults, youth, and children who are facing homelessness or suffering abuse in our community. They help our most vulnerable neighbors survive crisis, rebuild their lives and achieve brighter futures.
Serve within the church
Additionally, there are many ways all year long to get involved in the work of the church! Some tasks are small, others are larger and require a specific skill set. Some are to be done only once, others are ongoing. Where might God be calling you to serve? Take a look to see where you might use your gifts of time and talent!
WORSHIP LEADING OPPORTUNITIES
There are many ways to serve in the 10:00 a.m. worship service. We need people to give the Children's Message, read Scripture, prepare and serve Communion, acolyte (grades 3-12), and more. If you are interested, please contact our Director of Worship Arts or fill out the Wish to Serve form below.