Mars United Methodist Church

Rev. Timothy Bowser, Pastor

“A Food Ministry With

A Servant’s Heart”

As we have done in the past we are preparing to help our fellow ministries in the affected gulf coast area with food support. Our sister organization, Angel Food America began collecting need requests over the weekend -- many host sites are already helping the evacuees. In addition, we are partnering with the Salvation Army to help supply their Canteens that are feeding first responders and community members throughout the region. By joining the first responders in this way, we will open the door for long term and greater presence of host sites and Angel Food Ministries in the affected area -- we believe    that we can be an important part of long term recovery in the affected communities. We will be working together (Angel Food Ministries and Angel Food America) to make a difference and open doors for the gospel. You can expect a description of the need for food within the next couple of days, as soon as impact details become more clear. In the meantime you can help by doing the following:                                                                                         

Review the needs that have been posted by going to www.angelfoodcommunity.org and selecting the Gustav link. On the Need Help tab you can see notes from host sites who are  already needing our support. You may have the practical ability to assist even now.

As always, we will work together to help our brothers and sisters during a time of real hardship. We know that their endurance and God's grace will make important things happen for the Gospel.

Questions should be directed to david.mills@angelfoodministries.com or to Bobbi Warburton by telephone at the AFM office 770-267-7015.

Believing for His Grace,

Pastor Joe Wingo

                      Chairman of the Board

                      Angel Food Ministries

                      Angel Food America               

Mars United Methodist Church

High quality food at low cost.

Only $30.00 per box regardless of income.

Click here to download the current month's brochure and order Form.

GREETINGS

We welcome you to Angel Food Ministries.   We hope this ministry is a blessing to you. If you have any questions or comments about AFM please feel free to contact MUMC office at 724-625-1488 or marsumc@zoominternet.net

• Angel Food Ministries Website www.angelfoodministries.com 

ORDERING

You can order in person or by mail. Please call for the monthly in-person order dates.  If you are ordering by mail please send a money order, made out to MUMC c/o AFM, PO Box 649 Mars, PA 16046 and include a self-address stamped envelope for us to send you a receipt. Please pay when placing order by:

            • Cash

            • Money Order

            • Food Stamps (EBT)

            • Sorry, but we cannot accept personal checks.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION DATE

9-11 a.m. at Mars UMC Education Building

You MUST bring your receipt to pick up your order. Also bring along a sturdy medium sized box, laundry basket, or cooler when picking up your food. You will receive the next months’ menu on distribution day and you may order next months food at that time. Sorry, but there will be NO refunds or credits if your order is not picked up on the Saturday distribution day. It will be donated to a local needy family.

You can simply download the form, complete it, and mail it to our office prior to the deadline each month.  Remember that if you mail an order, you should include a money order made payable to MUMC/AFM and include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

After School Program of

Mars United Methodist Church

Our program is open Monday through Friday, from 3:30-6:00 p.m.  We operate according to the Mars School District calendar, and will only be open when there is a full day of school.  We will be open the first day that the children return to school from summer break.

Mission Statement:

The Mars United Methodist Church After School Program will provide area children in grades K-6 with a safe, comfortable, nurturing environment in which to spend time after school.  All children are entitled to respect, caring, and compassion and will be treated equally.

Transportation:

The Mars School District Transportation System will bring your child(ren) to the church after school, but they must be brought every day.  If you plan to have your child attend our program less than 5 days per week on a regular basis you will have to arrange other transportation through the school.  Please send a note to school with your child stating that they will need to ride the bus to our program which stops directly outside of the church (Pittsburgh and Lincoln Street Bus Stop).

Registration:

“In House” registration is open to families who currently have child(ren) enrolled in the program and takes place before the end of each school year.  “Open Registration” is open to new students at the end of the school year until the program is filled (20 students maximum).  This is based on first come – first served basis.  Call 724-625-1488 to request registration information.

Cost:

The program is $50 per month and is free to those who qualify!

Daily Schedule:

The children arrive at 3:45 daily.  After washing hands, snack is served then the children are encouraged to finish homework or choose a center to go to  Centers generally include:  crafts, games, computers, building, creative play, cooking, or outside play.

Staff:

The Program Director is on site daily.  We also have adult and youth volunteers who work with the children.  All adult volunteers have passed their Act 33/34 Clearances as well as a criminal record check.  We do not accept court appointed community service hours for youth volunteers.  Our volunteers help at the program because they want to make a difference in the lives of the children and families of our community.  There is always at least one adult, two youth volunteers and one junior youth volunteer on the schedule.