Serve

United Methodist Volunteers in Mission

^{Through UMVIM, we sponsor short local mission trips and longer international projects.  Lynnewood has supported Hurricane Katrina recovery, rebuilding in Haiti, and made countless trips to help Californians recover from wildfires. We also provide opportunities to help right here in Pleasanton on days when we create fire and flood recovery buckets. People of many ages and abilities can find a project that interests them. The only requirement is a heart of compassion and hands that are willing. Contact Doug and Mary Ellen Huey for upcoming opportunities.}

Wider Welcome Group

^{The Wider Welcome group seeks to extend our mission of support and healing for the LGBTQ community.  Each year we plan a Reconciling Sunday worship service to celebrate our decision to become a Reconciling Congregation. We participate in Tri-Valley PFLAG, Livermore Pride events, and host discussions to grow our understanding and deepen our inclusion for those are marginalized in church communities.}

Rise Against Hunger

^{In April 2015, we held our first collaboration with Stop Hunger Now (now known as Rise Against Hunger) to package 10,000 meals that were distributed to those in need.  Since then, we have held additional events. This has become a favorite project, with all ages joining the fun.}

Prayers and Squares

^{If you like to cut, iron, or so, this group is for you. Prayers and Squares provides quilts to members of our congregation recovering from health concerns and to babies being baptized. They have also been sent on mission trips to give to families whose homes are being repaired. After blessing in the worship service , the quilts are tied by the congregation, one prayer for each tie. We quilt at home and have all day quilting events periodically. Call the church office for more information.}

Bundles of Joy

^{The bundles of joy project supports local families by providing newborn baby care items. Each month, we send 14 bags to Axis health full of items a family needs to care for a newborn. Please help us continue to welcome these babies into the world and surround their families with support.  All donations are gratefully accepted and so appreciated by the families receiving them. Donations may be left in the narthex or the church office. Items needed for donation: Wipes, Rattles, Pacifiers, Blankets, Diapers (newborn – size 1), Hats (we usually include 2), Bibs (we usually include 2), Cloth toys or stuffed animals, Baby wash, lotion, powder, or ointment, Newborn outfits, Pajamas and Onesies (size 0-6 months), Baby booties or socks (we usually include 2-3 pairs), Cash or Gift Cards}

Sierra Service project

^{Sierra Service Project’s purpose is to build strong connections and resilience among communities, by equipping volunteers in home repair skills and community-based projects. Making necessary home repairs accessible to historically underserved residents allows communities to thrive and individuals to safely age in place. Inherent in the purpose is the specific involvement of youth and young adult volunteers.
Lynnewood takes Middle and High School Youth on Sierra Service Project every Summer.}