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Serving is a powerful way to share God’s love, support those in need, and strengthen our community. At Epworth UMC, we believe that serving others transforms lives—both for those we help and for ourselves. Whether through teaching, outreach, or ministry support, your time and talents can make a lasting impact. Join us in serving and be a light in the community!

CURRENT SERVICE NEEDS

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WINTER COAT DRIVE - Sept. - Oct.

Help keep our community warm by volunteering for Epworth UMC’s Winter Coat Drive! Whether you donate, sort, or distribute coats, your support ensures that those in need stay warm during the colder months.

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CHANGE THE WORLD - Oct.

Serve the community on World Community Services Day.  October 5, 2025

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EPWORTH ALL HANDS WORKDAY

Help make Epworth beautiful! Trustees are holding a fall cleaning workday on Saturday, October 25th. So we can prepare to welcome autumn with our facilities in the best conditions.

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PUMPKIN FESTIVAL - Oct.

Join Epworth United Methodist Church for a fun-filled Pumpkin Festival on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

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TUTOR 2ND GRADERS – LET’S READ!

Join the Literacy Tutoring Program to help 2nd graders improve their reading skills. Volunteers commit just one hour per week on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday evenings (5:30–7:00 pm). No experience is needed training and support are provided. This is your chance to make a real impact in your community by supporting children in Montgomery Village, Germantown, and Gaithersburg schools.

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COATS VOLUNTEERS – EPWORTH UMC

Epworth United Methodist Church is calling for volunteers to help pack and organize coats for those most in need. The event will take place on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. This is a chance to make a direct impact by preparing coats for distribution to the community.

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ONGOING SERVICE NEEDS

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COFFEE & GREETERS

Friendly folks are needed to help with in-person worship services, funerals, etc. Please let us know if you can help with check-in, traffic control, or general assistance.

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ANA A. BRITO FOUNDATION

Volunteer to teach ESOL, Computer, and Spanish classes for adults in our community or support our children’s enrichment program while parents improve their skills.

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FOOD DISTRIBUTION TEAM

Each week we feed 180+ food-insecure families in the Gaithersburg area. Volunteers are needed Thursday evenings, Saturday mornings, and Sunday afternoons.  Pick a time that works for you!

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TECH TEAM

Our Tech Team needs volunteers to assist with running Zoom during worship services, children's Sunday school, and special services. No experience necessary!

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SEASONAL SERVICE NEEDS

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EASTER EGG HUNT

Volunteer to support our annual Easter Egg Hunt!

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WINTER COAT DRIVE - Sept. - Oct.

Help keep our community warm by volunteering for Epworth UMC’s Winter Coat Drive! Whether you donate, sort, or distribute coats, your support ensures that those in need stay warm during the colder months.

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CHRISTMAS STORE COLLECTION - July - Oct.

Help keep our community warm by volunteering for Epworth UMC’s Winter Coat Drive! Whether you donate, sort, or distribute coats, your support ensures that those in need stay warm during the colder months.

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BACK TO SCHOOL - August

Help students start the school year off strong by volunteering with our Back to School efforts!

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PUMPKIN FESTIVAL - Oct.

Join Epworth United Methodist Church for a fun-filled Pumpkin Festival on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

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CHRISTMAS - ADOPT A FAMILY

Make a lasting impact by volunteering with Epworth UMC’s Adopt a Family program! Throughout the year, we provide essential items, resources, and support to families facing hardship. Whether you sponsor a family, donate, or assist with distribution, your generosity brings hope and stability. Join us in making a difference every season!

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Are you feeling sent to serve? 
We Need Your Help!

Please complete the form for:

Current, Ongoing, and Seasonal Service

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We will contact you to coordinate your volunteer experience.

Select the volunteer opportunities you are interested in:

Thank you for your willingness to serve! We will be in touch.

SEND OUT LIAISON TO EPWORTH'S ANA A. BRITO FOUNDATION

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The EAABF is a widening of Epworth's send out work. Rebecca Montague is the connecting person between these two entities. 

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Contact Rebecca Montague at sendout@eumc-md.org 

LOCAL KIDS

 

 

 

This includes direct support to families in conjunction with ROOTS program of Epworth's Ana A Brito Foundation)  

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Contact Reina Miranda mirand26@yahoo.com to learn about: 

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  • School Supplies collections and Back to School 

  • Adopt a Family at Christmas and Christmas Shoppe

  • Winter Coat drive 

  • Ongoing Food distribution 

AFRICA INITIATIVE​

 

 

 

Epworth is living into the contacts of the African diaspora at Epworth 

Currently this includes support for 

Helping Children Worldwide and the Child Development Center in Sierra Leone  Nurse2Nurse work in Liberia. 

 

Contact Sam Quarcoo with more questions 

Samuel_Q_Quarcoo@mcpsmd.org

COALITIONS FOR JUSTICE & CHANGE

 

This includes relationship building and partnership in conjunction with the CHANGE program of Epworth's Ana A Brito Foundation. 

Current Coalition work includes: 

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  • Annual Change the World Service opportunity

  • Mujer Fuerza y Coraje 

  • Gaithersburg Beloved Community Initiative 

  • Action in Montgomery (A.I.M.) 

 

Contact Scott and Elisa Parsons Facetti with more questions: 

Scott.D.Parsons@gmail.com 

elisaparsonsfacetti@gmail.com

GIFTS ASSESSMENT & DEPLOYMENT TO SERVE 

 

Discipleship includes learning about our unique gifts and abilities to serve

 

Email: jennifer.fenner@eumc-md.org 

to learn about your own unique gifts and call. 

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