Winter Relief

Winter Relief is an emergency shelter for unhoused neighbors during the winter months. The program provides so much more than shelter.  Through this ministry relationships are formed, barriers are broken down and folks from very different walks of life learn and grow together. SPUMC joins with about 45 local congregations each winter to ensure that our unhoused neighbors have a safe, warm place to live. Our congregation hosts about 40 men and women at the church for two weeks each year. The overall ministry is organized by The Arundel House of Hope.

Next Winter Relief Dates:

November 4-11, 2024 and February 10-17, 2025

Winter Relief Mission | November 4-11, 2024

The leaves are falling, the temperatures are cooler and we know that Winter is not far behind.  Our Winter Relief mission will again be held the week of November 4 – 11.  We have a full leadership team excited and ready to go.  Winter Relief is a mission where our church shelters anywhere from 25 – 45 unhoused men and women overnight for an entire week.  We offer shelter, meals, showers, laundry, warm fellowship and most importantly the love of God to these men and women.  There are many ways you can be involved such as serving as a host volunteer (working directly with the guests), helping with meals, helping with transportation, doing laundry, helping with some of the activities and so much more.  It is a great way to serve on a mission without leaving town.  Register now to volunteer.  If you have any questions about sign ups, contact Carole Parker.  It takes over 200 volunteers and around 1,000 volunteer hours to run this mission.  Please think about serving during this very important week.  If you have any questions about Winter Relief, you can contact Carolyn Heim.

Thank you,

Carolyn Heim