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John Wesley once said “The world is my parish,” referring to his sense of being in ministry to all of England and beyond. As Methodists and successors to Wesley, we believe that we are called not only to worship, but to acts of charity and justice. We act in charity when we respond both individually and corporately to the immediate needs of others. We participate in works of justice when we advocate for the poor and vulnerable and work to end unjust social structures. We at Wesley Monumental are privileged to be involved in a number of outreach ministries. We give financial support to ministries in our Savannah area and around the world through our Methodist connection and other giving. We also are involved in several of these ministries through volunteer work. Below are some of the ministries with which we have especially close ties. If you would like more information, please follow the links to these groups’ web sites or contact Rev. Alex Tracy. Wesley Community CenterWesley Community Center is a joint outreach of the South Georgia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church and the United Way. WCC reaches out to women and children in need through a certified after-school program, clothes closet, and other programs.Urban HopeUrban Hope is an after school program that began with the dream of a member of Wesley Monumental. Through Urban Hope, elementary and middle school-age children receive help with homework and academics in a caring, Christian environment. High school students get experience in tutoring and servant leadership.Interfaith Hospitality NetworkThree times a year, Wesley Monumental becomes the home to a number of families for a week as the parents search for employment. We provide a place to sleep, as well as meals.The Living VineThe Living Vine is a ministry to women in crisis pregnancies. It provides counseling and support to women who find themselves in these difficult situations.Fresh Air HomeFresh Air Home provides a two week camp for children during the summer. This ministry was begun in 1897 by Nina Anderson Pape, and its work is continued today by the Froebel Circle. The camp does not only provide fun during the summer, but seeks to help children grow physically and in character.HUMBLE PlaceHUMBLE Place is a ministry of the East Africa Conference of the United Methodist Church. The South Georgia Annual Conference is in a special partnership with our fellow Methodists in East Africa to support this outreach to orphan and refugee children from the countries of Uganda, Sudan, Rwanda,We strongly encourage you to join us in giving financial support to these vital ministries. For ongoing and upcoming volunteer opportunities with these and other ministries, please click here. |
