Global Outreach
Operation Christmas Child
We are collecting shoeboxes and donations. All items need to be collected at NMC by Nov. 9.
Every year we work together has a church to pack shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. These boxes are distributed around the world to share the love of Jesus with children who may not have heard the gospel message before.
American Belarussian Relief Organization
The Chernobyl nuclear plant exploded in 1986. Radiation is still present in Belarus. ABRO Nash brings as many kids as host families are available to the Nash County area for 6 weeks.
Special Skills: Open heart, open home, love of children, and support from your church family. The most important role of the host family is to provide the visiting child with day to day care, a loving, and stable environment. They will need wholesome food, fresh clean air, and love.
Time Commitment: Each host family commits for 6 weeks during the summer. Others can volunteer helping with excursions, clothing, and or cash donations. Some of the children come from very poor families.
Training: Background check is needed through NUMC for each member of the host family. A Summer Program Host Family Handbook is available for those interested.
Financial Commitment: Money is needed for the child's VISA, plane tickets, clothing, or cash to provide for needs while here.
Organization Link: ABRO Facebook Page
Contact: Mary Lou Braswell
Help us reach our goal of packing 150 shoeboxes this year!
There are 2 ways you can help:
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Pick up a shoebox in the Gathering Area and pack it yourself. Return packed shoeboxes to the Gathering Area on Nov. 9th.
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Donate individual items that can be packed in shoeboxes. Our children will be packing shoeboxes together during King's Kids on Nov. 16th using your donations. Drop items in the bin in the Gathering Area by Nov. 9th. We will be taking monetary donations for these items as well. Please bring those gifts into the church office.​
Appalachia Service Project (ASP)
ASP is a ministry opportunity started over 50 years ago by Methodist Pastor, Tex Evans, in an effort to make homes Warmer, Safer, and Drier in the Central Appalachia Mountains. This ministry serves NC, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, and Kentucky. During the week long trip, we offer the love of Jesus Christ with the home owners along with performing home repairs.
Special Skills: Love Jesus or willing to learn about Jesus' love for all people. Willingness to serve and ability to learn new things. Basic carpentry skills are a plus, however not required.
Time Commitment: Sunday-Saturday Mission trip, usually in June.
Length of Commitment: Year long commitment. Planning and fundraising begin in the fall for the following summer mission trip.
Training: Safe Sanctuaries, attend quarterly meetings, and fundraisers
Financial Commitment: TBD
Fundraising Expectations: We have periodic fundraisers during the year. Our largest fundraiser is our T-shirt sponsorship, in which we request that each member send a letter seeking a $50 sponsorships from friends and family.
Organization Link: www.ASPHome.org
Contact: Bill Lumpp
"It is not all about the carpentry work. It is a relationship ministry in which you learn and grow with GOD, members of the church, and those in which open their homes for us - with home
repairs on the side."
"It is an excellent opportunity to serve and grow - regardless of your skill set."
"It is amazing to see how GOD builds our teams and sends us to the correct families
and projects. "
Costa Rica Missions
Costa Rica Missions
We have two missions trips going to Costa Rica in 2026. Please use the contact information below each trip to learn more information and find out how you can help!
Costa Rica Adult Trip
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Dates: February 17-27, 2026
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Organization Link: fuentegegraci.org
Mission Focus: Church construction
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Contact: Reid Hildreth or Dennis Coggins
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CRMP (Costa Rica Missions Project)
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Dates: June 27-July 4, 2026
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Organization Link: costaricamissionproject.com
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Mission Focus: General repairs, painting, etc.
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Contact: Hadley Gross