Midwest Mission

06/01/2026

Emerson Press has been our go-to print vendor for many years. From mailed pieces to signs at Midwest Mission to flyers and more, they have done SO much for us. They are a top-notch team, and are like family to us! They recently helped us get ready for Annual Conference season with some last-minute prints and signs!

And, a special shoutout to their wonderful delivery team who are always so kind.

05/31/2026

Annual Conference season is here!

The Midwest Mission team is traveling throughout the Midwest this conference season, and we’re excited for opportunities to connect, share our mission, and meet so many amazing people along the way. We hope to see you there!

To learn more, see your location's flyer at www.midwestmission.org/annual-conferences.

05/29/2026

As our 13th international shipment of 2026 made its way to Honduras, it carried more than supplies. Packed inside were pieces of protection, service, and hope — including much-needed fire gear for communities in need.

Midwest Mission began sending fire gear several years ago because one person asked the right question. Pat Baumer, former Board Member and current Ambassador, served at a local fire station and was shocked by the amount of gear that was “expired,” and could no longer be used by their department, but was still in really great condition. He often wondered if it would be possible to send retired fire gear around the world to firefighters in need. So, we asked our partner, Food For The Poor, and they responded with a resounding “YES!” Midwest Mission began shipping firefighting equipment to countries like Honduras, where many departments do not have a budget for proper safety gear. Midwest Mission is the only organization that sends fire gear through Food For The Poor.

To learn more about this story and hear other impactful stories, read the newsletter this week at www.midwestmission.org/blog.

If you'd like to receive the weekly newsletter, visit www.midwestmission.org/newsletter.

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

Don’t forget to sign up for the Midwest Mission Sewing Retreat in Iowa!

🗓️ Join us June 18–20, 2026, for a weekend of fellowship, worship, and purposeful sewing.

🪡 Learn how to make much-needed items for Midwest Mission Feminine Hygiene and Layette Kits. Participants will receive one pre-cut kit for every sewing session, and instruction from our experts.

❣️ Free-will donations will be accepted to help cover the cost of the event.

Whether you’re an experienced sewist or simply love to sew for a purpose, this retreat is the perfect opportunity to sew together in fellowship with others!

Register today by contacting Midwest Mission Iowa at (515) 386-2236 or [email protected].

05/26/2026

Serving with others is a powerful way to make an impact. We’re thankful for groups who dedicate their time and energy to bringing hope to those in need.

Thank you Webster UMC, Manawa, St. Joseph UMC, and Calvary UMC from Normal, IL for partnering with us!
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Bring your team to volunteer: www.midwestmission.org/at-midwestmission

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor all who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, selflessness, and dedication will never be forgotten. We are deeply grateful for their sacrifice and for the freedoms we enjoy because of them. This Memorial Day, we pause to reflect, remember, and give thanks.

05/24/2026

Annual Conference season is almost here!

We’re excited to hit the road and connect with churches and communities across the Midwest. Stay tuned as we share where Midwest Mission will be headed next!

To learn more, see your location's flyer at www.midwestmission.org/annual-conferences.

05/22/2026

Shipment day is always a good day. The sound of forklifts moving through the warehouse. The chatter of volunteers as they watch the Operations Team load the container. The circle of volunteers and staff members gathered together in prayer, lifting up the shipment and the people who will receive it.
Tuesday was one of those joyful days.

In just a few weeks, food packed by caring volunteers will be placed in the hands of those who desperately need it in Haiti.

During the prayer circle, Chantel Corrie shared a powerful reminder about the realities of hunger in Haiti. A lack of consistent access to food creates a devastating cycle that affects every part of a person’s life. Beyond malnutrition, many people are unable to take needed medications because taking medicine on an empty stomach can make them sick. Without nourishment or strength, even the simple task of finding the next meal becomes more difficult.

To learn more about this story and hear other impactful stories, read the newsletter this week at www.midwestmission.org/blog.

If you'd like to receive the weekly newsletter, visit www.midwestmission.org/newsletter.

05/20/2026

Because of Bethlehem United Methodist Church of Hutchinson MN, 500 people will have hygiene supplies that will bring hope and dignity in their crisis.

Interested in hosting at Mission Event at your location? Visit midwestmission.org/missionevents