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local outreach

EXPLORE OUR MISSIONS

Below, you'll find an accordion-style layout that serves as your comprehensive guide to the many missions we support. Whether you're interested in helping the homeless, supporting refugees, or contributing to children's welfare, there's a place for you in our outreach efforts. Simply click on the mission that resonates with you to expand it for more details. Your involvement can make a world of difference.


FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Our Local Outreach Committee is committed to supporting a wide range of local non-profit organizations that make a meaningful difference in our community. From scholarships for children to medical assistance for low-income families, our financial contributions are a testament to our faith in action. Click below to view our comprehensive PDF that details the organizations we support.

VIEW OUR LOCAL PARTNERS

prayer shawl ministry

About the Ministry

The Prayer Shawl Ministry at Williamsburg United Methodist Church is more than just a knitting circle; it's a community of caring individuals committed to providing tangible symbols of love and prayer. Each shawl we create is a labor of love, intended to bring comfort, peace, and spiritual sustenance to those in need.

Join Our Crafting Gatherings

We warmly invite you to be part of this heartfelt ministry. Whether you're an experienced crafter or a beginner eager to learn, you're welcome in our circle.

  • When: Fourth Wednesday at 1pm and again at 6:00pm
  • Where: Room 303

Other Ways to Contribute:

  • Donate crafted shawls
  • Supply crafting materials like yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks
  • Donate craft books and patterns

Important Links

quilt MINISTRY

The Quilt Ministry creates beautiful quilts for various nonprofit organizations in the Williamsburg area. Special quilts have been given to the elderly clients at Williamsburg United Methodist Church Respite Care Center, women given a second chance in life at Latisha's House, homeless patrons served by 3eRestoration, and the residents leaving the county's juvenile detention center at Merrimac Center. We hope that all recipients feel the love, support, and encouragement that is quilted into each one of our gifts.

The Quilt Ministry welcomes anyone interested in working as a team to construct quilts. No prior experience is necessary. We will share all of our skills and teach you everything you need to know.

Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month from 12 pm to 3 pm in Room 307. Drop in as you are able, at any time, and stay as long as you can. You will find us busily engaged, experiencing great fulfillment, and having lots of fun along the way. Help us sew and pray.

Other ways to help are to create quilts as donations or supply materials for the ministry. Needed items are:

  • Individual Finished Blocks
  • Unfinished Quilt Tops
  • Lightweight Batting (not fiberfill)

To request a quilt for someone in need, or for more information, please contact the church at 229-1771 or submit an online request to the Quilt Ministry team by clicking here.