Mirror Church Calendar

Updated: May 26, 2022

Hope UMC Brings Back Community Lunches

Community lunches, hosted by Hope United Methodist Church in Whitehouse, are returning after a two-year hiatus.

The lunches are open to anyone in the community and will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month from May through November. A freewill offering will be accepted.

The church is located at 10610 Waterville St. in Whitehouse, next to the fire station.

West Toledo Parish To Ordain David Frye

David Frye will be ordained as associate pastor of the West Toledo Parish, which comprises Epiphany Lutheran Church and All Saints Lutheran Church.

The ordination service will be held on Sunday, May 29 at Epiphany Lutheran Church, 915 N. Reynolds Rd., at 3:00 p.m. A reception will follow the service at the church.

Citywide Worship And Prayer Event Set

MERGE, the Toledo area pastors’ network, will host a citywide worship and prayer event on Sunday, June 5 at 6:00 p.m. at Westside Community Church, 6045 W. Bancroft St., Toledo.

The event is designed for the whole Christian church to gather in unity and fellowship while worshipping and praying for each other and our region. Pastors are encouraged to invite their congregations and plan to join MERGE ministry leaders for this special night that may just spark the revival needed in our region and nation.

For more information, visit www.mergetoledo.com.

Summer Sessions Of GriefShare Announced

The Monclova Road Baptist Church GriefShare ministry support group will start a new series of weekly meetings on Tuesday, June 7 at 10:00 a.m. in the community room, Building A,Monclova Road Baptist Church, 7819 Monclova Rd., Monclova.

The ministry is for those who are grieving the loss of a family member or friend. There is no time limit on how long ago a loved one may have passed. All are welcome.

GriefShare is a nondenominational group, which features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. Each week is a different topic, and participants may join the group at any time during the 13-week program. To preregister or for more information, call (419) 346-6991.

Summer Rummage Sale Planned At St. Joe’s

St. Joseph Catholic Church, 120 W. Broadway St., Maumee, will host a summer rummage sale on Wednesday, June 22 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday and Friday, June 23 and 24 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday, June 25 from 9:00 a.m. to noon.

Saturday will feature a special $4.00 per brown paper grocery bag sale and half price on all other items.

The event will take place in the gym. Enter through the gym lobby.

Food & Hygiene Pantry Announces Hours

Providence Lutheran Church at 8131 Airport Hwy., Holland, offers food and hygiene products on the fourth Thursday of each month.

The ministry is changing its hours to 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. only. Items are prebagged and provided via drive-thru only. A valid driver’s license or picture ID is required.

Waterville Drive-Thru Pantry Available

The Anthony Wayne Community Food Ministry offers a drive-thru food pantry at Waterville Community Church, 8217 Dutch Rd., Waterville on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Clients must meet Ohio household income requirements for food assistance. Visit www.AWCFM.com or the Anthony Wayne Community Food Ministry Facebook page for more information.

AW Food Pantry Offered Via Drive-Thru

The Anthony Wayne Food Pantry, operated by Zion United Methodist Church at 10926 Maumee St., Whitehouse, is changing its hours in an effort to reach more people who need food assistance.

The new hours are 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. The food pantry is open to residents of the Anthony Wayne school district. Proof of need is not required. Access to the pantry will be drive-thru only and items will be prepackaged.

The Anthony Wayne Food Pantry is a ministry of Zion United Methodist Church, but it is made possible by the generosity of the entire Anthony Wayne community. Donations of nonperishable packaged goods are always welcome. Needs are expected to increase.

Food Pantry Available For Those In Need

Maumee churches and the St. Luke’s Foundation offer Under One Roof, a joint food pantry located at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 310 Elizabeth St., Maumee, for those who need food and toiletries. Those interested in receiving help or in making donations should call (419) 794-0111 for more information or to make an appointment.