Global Impact Celebration
Commemorating how Matthews UMC serves in missions while offering our life and faith commitments to God.
2025 Focus: Trust
Global Impact shares an annual celebration with our impact for missions around the globe. Be part of these special Sundays with events and guest speakers in worship.
"Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don't try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God's voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; He's the one who will keep you on track. Don't assume that you know it all. Run to God!" -Proverbs 3:5-12 The Message (MSG)
2025 Global Impact Celebration Schedule
February 16
Missions Partners in Worship & Mission Fair
Mission Fair & Speakers in Worship/Small Groups
Hear from our Mission Partners in worship (different panelists in each service - see previous year video recordings below). Stop by the Missions Fair between services in The Commons from 9:00 am - Noon. Representatives from the organizations will be available to connect you with serving opportunities.
February 22
Saturday Serve 9 am-Noon
Individuals and Families - Serve at local partner organizations!
• Off-site: Register in advance to serve at one of nine local organizations that need a hand! (Partners and serving details on registration link.) Meet in The Commons to check in before heading to your destination. (Some Age Requirements)
• On-site: Adults & children of all ages drop in The Commons between 9 am-Noon to make crafts, cards, treats & sandwiches for various partner organizations. We request that you sign up; however, walk-ins welcome.
*Stop by The Commons after serving for an ice cream from Rainbow Express Ministries "Treats with Friends" truck!
February 23
Speakers in Worship will focus on Western NC Disaster Relief. Hear about the impact MUMC is making and learn about serving opportunities for the months and years ahead.
March 2
Faith & Life Commitment Sunday
This date marks the opportunity for the congregation to make an annual commitment to a life of missions and service as we place our completed Faith & Life Commitment cards at the altar together. Please prayerfully consider the commitment you will make to support Global Impact Missions in 2025, both financially and with your time in serving. 100% of every dollar contributed goes outside the walls of the church. Cards are mailed to homes and are available at the Welcome Center. A pledge can also be submitted online for Global Impact through our secure Realm portal.
March 19
Join "Trust the Whisper" author Kathy Izard for dessert on Wednesday, March 19 at 7 pm in The Commons. All are invited to join this event -- no registration required.
