Outreach Ministries
We are a church that rolls up our sleeves and gets to work. We put our faith into action by engaging in a wide variety of outreach activities in our neighborhood, community and world.
Book Nook
The ULC Book Nook shares the same basic idea with neighborhood little lending libraries with one major difference. We want folks to keep the books they take from our nook. The purpose of our book nook is to spread God’s Love and the Christian gospel to all of our neighbors including the MSU community. Each book is labeled so the recipient will know it is a gift and they will know where it came from and how to contact the church for more information about ULC if desired. Learn more. God's Work. Our Hands. Sunday
Since it's inception in 2013, ULC members and friends have joined Lutherans across the country for a day of service on "God's Work. Our Hands Sunday." Projects are available for volunteers of all ages and abilities. For the past five years, we have joined our neighbors from the Islamic Center to package over 50,000 dehydrated meals. In 2019, our neighbors from University United Methodist joined us for this multi-congregational event. Other GWOH projects have included making blankets, clearing parks and nature areas, singing hymns at senior centers and many others.
Bicycle Ministry
The Spokes Team refurbishes used donated bicycles to donate to international students and others who need local transportation. Contact Us to volunteer, donate or get more information.
Outreach of the Month Each month a different outreach program is highlighted by the congregation for a special collection. Congregation members are educated about the target ministry through an article in the newsletter and occasionally a display in the narthex. Special outreach offering envelopes are available in the pew racks each month.
Organizations that would like to be considered for Outreach of the Month may apply here. Applications are due January 1st of each year for review by the ULC Stewardship Team. Applicants will be notified of the decision on their application by February 1st. The yearly cycle runs February through January. For more information, please contact Nancy Lindman. |
Earthkeeping TeamTo learn more about the ULC Earthkeeping Team, contact Brandon DuBois-Jones.
View highlights from our joint solar panel project with our neighbors at the Islamic Center.
Kids Hope USAKids Hope USA is a national, non-profit organization which facilitates mentoring relationships with at-risk children through a church-school partnership. Their motto is "One Child. One Hour. One School. One Church." Twelve ULC members serve as mentors at Forest View Elementary School in Lansing.
Want to better understand how the program works? Watch this incredibly touching and inspiring 26-minute video which describes the profound impact Kids Hope mentors can have on children’s lives simply by being one child’s personal “cheerleader”.
To learn about how you can become a mentor, please contact Barb Kissling.
Tight KnitTight Knit is a group of ULC members and friends who meet weekly for knitting/crocheting, fellowship, support, nourishment, and prayer. New or seasoned crafters, all are welcome. Thousands of items, including hats, prayer shawls, blankets, baby items, etc. have been donated. The group meets in the Fireside Room on Mondays between 4:00 and 6:30 pm ET. Join us for the entire time or for as long as you are able. We enjoy a light meal together around 5:30 pm. We also welcome monetary donations to buy supplies.
Contact Anne Smith or Vicki Anderson for more information, and connect with Tight Knit on Facebook! Friendship House MSU
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