Great Day of Service - Sign Up is Open!
Together we serve our neighbors. There’s a project for every age and skill level.
It’s time to be the hands and feet of Jesus! Great Day of Service is a time to serve our community and our church. Breakfast will be served at 8:30 AM, we will have a brief worship service at 9:30 AM and then disperse to work on numerous projects in the church and in the community. There are projects for ALL ages!
Who: All are invited to serve!
When/Where: Sunday, October 18 at McKendree UMC
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM - Breakfast in the Narthex
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM - Worship Service
10:00 AM - Noon* - GDOS Projects
*Most projects will be completed by noon unless otherwise stated.
Why: To be the hands and feet of Jesus!
What: Great Day of Service (GDOS) Projects
Project Manager: Andy Dunn
Projects: Which project would you like to work on? Sign Up and let us know.
Help with Setup
Family Project (Suitable for Children)
Blessing Bags for Homeless
Christmas Ornaments for Christmas Eve
McKendree Elementary School Project
McKendree Church Grounds
Garden Cleanup
Project Linus - Handmade Blankets for Children
UMCOR Hygiene & Menstrual Kits
Bring Sweet Treats & Snacks for Our Heroes
Music with Sean at a Senior Center
Home Repair, Projects, Yard Cleanup for Members
Help with Cleanup
Donations:
Another way to help for Great Day of Service is to purchase some of these items for our projects.
Bath Size Soap – 3.2 oz or larger (No Jergens or Ivory please – it melts)
Socks (Crew or Knee-High – One Size, L, M)
Sandwich Crackers (Cheese, Peanut Butter)
Packaged Snacks & Goodies (nutrition/fruit & nut bars, chips, goldfish, trail mix, etc…)
Fresh-Baked Goodies for Heroes (W-Th Oct 14-15 at the earliest – or bring GDOS Sunday)
Monetary donations can also be made - Donate Now
Sign Up for Great Day of Service!
Blood Drive at McKendree
Support the local Red Cross and Give the gift of life!
McKendree UMC is hosting a blood drive in the Fellowship Hall. The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. Donors of all blood types are needed to help avoid delays in life-saving medical care for patients. Get a $15 e-gift card when you come to give blood!
Schedule your appointment today. The Schedule to Give Blood link below will take you to the American Red Cross site where you can use the See Times button to select a time that works for you.
We also need greeters for the duration of the drive. If you can help, please email Karla at info@mckendreeumc.org.
Thank you!
Schedule to Give Blood
Africa Sunday Market
What: Visit and shop at the Africa Sunday Market. Our Liberia Mission team brought back jewelry, shirts, honey, and other items. These will be available for sale in the Narthex before and after the Africa Sunday worship service.
Why: Proceeds will support the Liberian ministries they visited on their trip.
When: September 27, 10:30 AM TO 12:30 PM - before and after the Africa Sunday worship
Where: Narthex
Serve Dinner at Rainbow Village
When you serve at Rainbow Village, you’ll be the one blessed! This Duluth ministry serves families with children who are experiencing homelessness or who are imminently facing homelessness. Anyone age 16 and up is welcome to volunteer! We keep the number of onsite volunteers around 5-6 people. Make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. Help McKendree UMC prepare and serve dinner.
Food Drive - LAWRENCEVILLE CO-OP
When: Sunday, September 20 | Before and After Worship
What: Bring back your food bags full for our partner, The Lawrenceville Co-op. Bring toiletries and/or non-perishable food items to the Fellowship Hall the morning of the food drive, or at any time, leave donations in the grocery cart outside the back of the church (under the covered entrance at the rear of the building).
Tuna is always in high demand and a great item to donate, along with other needed nonperishable foods and essential toiletries.
The most needed items are listed at: lawrencevilleco-op.org/donate/.
Why: Make a difference in the community by being part of this event. Together, we can make a significant impact and help those in need within our community.
Where - Drop-off Location: Fellowship Hall
Serve Dinner at Rainbow Village
When you serve at Rainbow Village, you’ll be the one blessed! This Duluth ministry serves families with children who are experiencing homelessness or who are imminently facing homelessness. Anyone age 16 and up is welcome to volunteer! We keep the number of onsite volunteers around 5-6 people. Make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. Help McKendree UMC prepare and serve dinner.
Food Drive - LAWRENCEVILLE CO-OP
When: Sunday, July 26 | Before and After Worship
What: Bring back your food bags full for our partner, The Lawrenceville Co-op. Bring toiletries and/or non-perishable food items to the Fellowship Hall the morning of the food drive, or at any time, leave donations in the grocery cart outside the back of the church (under the covered entrance at the rear of the building).
Tuna is always in high demand and a great item to donate, along with other needed nonperishable foods and essential toiletries.
The most needed items are listed at: lawrencevilleco-op.org/donate/.
Why: Make a difference in the community by being part of this event. Together, we can make a significant impact and help those in need within our community.
Where - Drop-off Location: Fellowship Hall
Blood Drive at McKendree
Support the local Red Cross and Give the gift of life!
McKendree UMC is hosting a blood drive in the Fellowship Hall. The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. Donors of all blood types are needed to help avoid delays in life-saving medical care for patients.
Schedule your appointment today. The Schedule to Give Blood link below will take you to the American Red Cross site where you can use the See Times button to select a time that works for you.
We also need greeters for the duration of the drive. If you can help, please email Karla at info@mckendreeumc.org.
Thank you!
Schedule to Give Blood
UMCOR EARLY RESPONSE TEAM (ERT) TRAINING
What: Early Response Team (ERT) is a group of trained individuals who respond during the initial phase of a disaster. The type of work that this group may be asked to perform can range from clearing brush/debris, mucking out homes, chainsaw work, and providing a caring Christian presence. In this class, you will learn about the role of being an ERT, different roles within your team, and safety guidelines. We look forward to learning and growing together with you
Who: Adults
Where: Newnan First UMC, 33 Greenville Street, Newnan, GA 30263
When: Saturday, June 27, 2026 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Questions: Please text Ted Burnett at 215-527-9089 or email theoburnett61@gmail.com
Support Liberian Mission Trip - Grab & Go Lunches
What: McKendree UMC Mission Team is selling grab & go lunches to raise money for the Liberia Mission Trip.
When: Sunday, June 4th 10:30 AM and Noon - after each service
Where: Narthex
Menu: West African and American Food
Stop by the Narthex after service on Sunday to grab some delicious African or American food to support Missions! Your lunch purchase will support our fundraiser and will be highly appreciated!
Support Liberia Mission Trip - Donate Reading Eyeglasses
Liberia Mission Trip - Donate Your Reading Eyeglasses - Drop Them In The Bin In The Narthex.
The Liberia Mission Team will be bringing used eyeglasses on their mission trip to donate to those in need. Bring your used reading eyeglasses and drop them in the Bin at the Missions Station in the Narthex.
Serve Dinner at Rainbow Village
When you serve at Rainbow Village, you’ll be the one blessed! This Duluth ministry serves families with children who are experiencing homelessness or who are imminently facing homelessness. Anyone age 16 and up is welcome to volunteer! We keep the number of onsite volunteers around 5-6 people. Make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. Help McKendree UMC prepare and serve dinner.
Liberia Mission Trip T-Shirt Sale
LIBERIA MISSION TRIP T-SHIRTS - PURCHASE ONE TODAY!
The Liberia Mission Team is selling T-Shirts for $25 to benefit their mission trip. Order yours today and support the mission! T-Shirts will be distributed in July.
Thank you for your support!
Blood Drive at McKendree
Support the local Red Cross and Give the gift of life!
McKendree UMC is hosting a blood drive in the Lockridge fellowship hall. The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. Donors of all blood types are needed to help avoid delays in life-saving medical care for patients.
Schedule your appointment today. The Schedule to Give Blood link below will take you to the American Red Cross site where you can use the See Times button to select a time that works for you.
We also need greeters for the duration of the drive. If you can help, please email Karla at info@mckendreeumc.org.
Thank you!
Schedule to Give Blood
Serve Dinner at Rainbow Village
When you serve at Rainbow Village, you’ll be the one blessed! This Duluth ministry serves families with children who are experiencing homelessness or who are imminently facing homelessness. Anyone age 16 and up is welcome to volunteer! We keep the number of onsite volunteers around 5-6 people. Make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. Help McKendree UMC prepare and serve dinner.
Food Drive - LAWRENCEVILLE CO-OP
Sunday, April 19 | Before and After Worship | Fellowship Hall
Bring back your food bags full for our partner, The Lawrenceville Co-op. Make a difference in the community by being part of this event. Together, we can make a significant impact and help those in need within our community. Bring toiletries and/or non-perishable food items to the Fellowship Hall the morning of the food drive, or at any time, leave donations in the grocery cart outside the back of the church (under the covered entrance at the rear of the building).
Tuna is always in high demand and a great item to donate, along with other needed nonperishable foods and essential toiletries.
Drop-off Location: Fellowship Hall – Before and after worship
Learn more here.
Support Liberian Mission Trip - Grab & Go Lunches
What: McKendree UMC Mission Team is selling grab & go lunches to raise money for the Liberia Mission Trip.
When: Sunday, March 15th 10:30 AM and Noon
Where: Narthex
Menu: African and American Food
Cost: Meal $15.00
Stop by the Narthex after service on Sunday to grab some delicious African or American food to support Missions! Your support for our fundraiser will be highly appreciated!
Serve Dinner at Rainbow Village
When you serve at Rainbow Village, you’ll be the one blessed! This Duluth ministry serves families with children who are experiencing homelessness or who are imminently facing homelessness. Anyone age 16 and up is welcome to volunteer! We keep the number of onsite volunteers around 5-6 people. Make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. Help McKendree UMC prepare and serve dinner.
Support Liberian Mission Trip - Grab & Go Lunches
What: McKendree UMC Mission Team is selling grab & go lunches to raise money for the Liberia Mission Trip. African food will be available.
When: Sunday, March 15th 10:30 AM and Noon
Where: Narthex
Menu: Jollof Rice, Fried Collard Green Rice, and vegan version for both. Ginger beer.
Cost: Meal $15.00. Ginger Bear $5.00.
Your support for our fundraiser will be highly appreciated! All proceeds go to fund the 2026 Liberian Mission Trip.
Great Day of Service & Beautification Day!
Together we serve our neighbors and prepare the church for Easter guests. There’s a project for every age and skill level.
It’s time to be the hands and feet of Jesus! Great Day of Service is a time to serve our community and our church. Breakfast will be served at 8:00 AM, we will have a brief worship service at 8:40 AM and then disperse to work on numerous projects around the church and in the community. There are projects for ALL ages!
Who: All are invited to serve!
When/Where: Saturday, March 14 at McKendree UMC
Why: To be the hands and feet of Jesus to help people in need and to beautify the church building and grounds!
What: Great Day of Service Projects
Support Liberian Mission Trip - Grab & Go Lunches
What: McKendree UMC Mission Team is selling grab & go lunches to raise money for the Liberia Mission Trip. African and American food will be available.
When: Sunday, February 8th 10:30 AM and Noon
Where: Narthex
African Menu: Jollof Rice or Fried Spinach, both with plantains
American Menu: Baked Ziti (Chicken, Beef, Cheese options), Salad, Garlic Bread, and "Ain’t Your Mama's Banana Pudding
Your support for our fundraiser will be highly appreciated! All proceeds go to fund the 2026 Liberian Mission Trip.
Food Drive - LAWRENCEVILLE CO-OP
Sunday, February 8 | Before and After Worship | Fellowship Hall
Everyone can make a difference by helping provide food and essentials for families in our community. On February 8, bring nonperishable food and toiletries to support Lawrenceville Co-Op.
Tuna is always in high demand and a great item to donate, along with other needed nonperishable foods and essential toiletries.
Drop-off Location: Fellowship Hall – Before and after worship
Learn more here.
Serve Dinner at Rainbow Village
Make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. Help McKendree UMC prepare and serve dinner. Learn more.
Support Liberian Mission Trip - Grab & Go Lunches
What: McKendree UMC Mission Team is selling grab & go lunches to raise money for the Liberia Mission Trip. African and American food will be available.
When: Sunday, January 11th 10:30 AM and Noon
Where: Narthex
African Menu: Jollof Rice, Collard Greens (Liberian), and Fried Plantain (side)
American Menu: Poppy Seed Chicken, Green Beans with New Potatoes, and Baked Cinnamon Apples
Your support for our fundraiser will be highly appreciated! All proceeds go to fund the 2026 Liberian Mission Trip.
Caroling, Cookies, and Cocoa at the Co-Op
On Monday, December 22 from 4:30 - 7:30 PM, join the Vasser Family to sing carols and hand out cookies and cocoa to clients at the Lawrenceville Co-OP (52 Gwinnett Drive) for our 4th annual Caroling, Cookies, and Cocoa.
We are expecting about 200 people and need 20 dozen cookies to be donated in addition to as many Christmas Carolers as we can get to help spread holiday cheer! If you can't join us to sing, please consider donating homemade cookies for us to hand out. Thank you and sign up!
McKendree UMC & Chick-fil-A Support CO-OP
What: Chick-fil-A Lawrenceville locations, Pike Street and Sugarloaf/Hwy 316, are supporting the Lawrenceville CO-OP with a percentage day! The CO-OP will receive 10% of the profits on orders made through the CFA App from these two locations. Learn how below.
When: Friday, November 14th
How: On November 14th, order from the CFA App at either of the locations listed above. Put "Hunger" in the Community Cares event app code and the Lawrenceville CO-OP will receive 10% back.
Chick-fil-A Hosts Food Drive for Lawrenceville CO-OP
What: Chick-fil-A Lawrenceville locations, Pike Street and Sugarloaf/Hwy 316, are hosting a food drive for the Lawrenceville CO-OP. You can help make a difference for families in our community - donate 3 non-perishable goods at either of these Chick-fil-A locations and receive a coupon for a FREE ITEM!
When: Monday, November 10th - Saturday, November 15th
Where: CFA Pike Street or CFA Sugarloaf/Hwy 316
Support Liberian Mission Trip - Grab & Go Lunches
What: McKendree UMC Mission Team is selling grab & go lunches to raise money for the Liberia Mission Trip. African and American food will be available.
When/Where: November 9 after 11:00 AM worship / Fellowship Hall
Menu: African and American food - Jollof Rice with Plantain, Fried Spinach & Rice with Plantain, Deli Sandwich, Chips and Fruit, and Ginger Beer
Preorder now and select your food!
Your support for our fundraiser will be highly appreciated! All proceeds go to fund the 2026 Liberian Mission Trip.
Food Drive - LAWRENCEVILLE CO-OP
Sunday, November 9 | Before and After Worship | Fellowship Hall
Everyone can make a difference by helping provide food and essentials for families in our community. On November 9, bring nonperishable food and toiletries to support Lawrenceville Co-Op.
Tuna is always in high demand and a great item to donate, along with other needed nonperishable foods and essential toiletries.
Drop-off Location: Fellowship Hall – Before and after worship
Learn more here.
Serve Dinner at Rainbow Village
Make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. Help McKendree UMC prepare and serve dinner. Learn more.
Special Thanksgiving Food Drive
Food has a way of bringing people together. Sharing a meal or cooking for someone is one of the simplest ways to show care. But for many families, food can also be a source of stress. More than one in three people around the world experience food insecurity, and that reality exists right here in our own community, too.
Help McKendree Kids & Students support local families this Thanksgiving by donating food items to fill the Thanksgiving Meal Bags they are putting together during their Wednesday Night Programming.
Each Thanksgiving Bag will have:
• 1 Easy mac and cheese
• 1 Canned microwavable pasta
• 1 Canned microwavable soup
• 3 Breakfast items (granola bar, fruit bar, Pop-Tart, or small cereal)
• 3 Snacks (individually wrapped chips, crackers, or fruit snacks)
Drop off in the box labeled "Thanksgiving Bags" in the Narthex.
Serve Dinner at Rainbow Village
Make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. Help McKendree UMC prepare and serve dinner. Learn more.