Acts 1:8 says “For I was hungry and you gave me nothing to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me nothing to drink, I was a stranger and you did not invite me in, I needed clothes and you did not clothe me, I was sick and in prison and you did not look after me.’ “They also will answer, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or needing clothes or sick or in prison, and did not help you?’ “He will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did not do for one of the least of these, you did not do for me.’
The MPC family has had a long history of generosity and service. Members of our church regularly support a variety of mission projects as individuals. It is the Mission Team’s responsibility to curate the plethora of needs presented by our members, community and global organizations to make the extremely difficult decision on which projects to draw to
the congregation’s attention. Our focus is currently on opportunities that will allow us to develop deep and impactful relationships with those in need, without overwhelming our church members.
For more information or to volunteer, contact Gayle Hughes
Described in the following are some of the mission team projects that were accomplished in 2023:
During 2023, blood drives were held in the MPC parking lot about every three months, in the Vitalant Blood Donation trailer. MPC members have stepped up to give blood, especially as there is a critical need in our community, including in our church.
Blood drives make blood available for our local hospitals and patients. It is critical to have a strong supply of blood to save lives. In 2023, MPC collected 60 donations that helped 180 patients! That is an increase from the previous year. Each donation can help save up to 3 lives. Thank you MPC blood donors!
We welcome mothers from all walks of life who share one desire: to be better moms! MOPS meetings offer the opportunity to connect with other moms, to have honest conversations with those who understand the joys and frustrations of motherhood and to gain new insights on topics such as parenting, marriage, finances, health, self-growth from guest speakers. The MOPS year starts in September and ends in May.
For more information, email MOPS@MPCLife.org
As moms enter into the school years, new challenges and issues arise. Our MOMS Now group is an open, accepting place for all moms of school-age kids to come experience authentic community, personal growth, practical help and spiritual hope. MOMS Now will encourage, equip and develop moms in this next phase of mothering.
For more information, email MOMsNowMoorpark@gmail.com
Historically, our church has continued to develop a deeper relationship with the community organization, Moorpark Pantry Plus. Working together, we have been able to make a greater impact for those in need in our community, than by doing it all ourselves.
Some of the projects that are generated by MPP are the collection and distribution of backpacks and school supplies, food drives to provide both Thanksgiving and Christmas Baskets to families in need, providing Angel Tree gifts at Christmas, supporting a Mothers’ Day Coffee and Cake and Jewelry exchange, as well as many other projects to be determined. It has been exciting to see
members of our church not only donating to support these projects, but also regularly living out the gospel in our community, using their faith and energy, thinking beyond themselves to help others. Some of the projects that are generated by MPP are the collection and distribution of backpacks and school supplies, food drives to provide both Thanksgiving and Christmas
baskets to families in need, providing Angel Tree gifts at Christmas, supporting a Mothers’ Day Coffee and Cake and Jewelry exchange, as well as many other projects to be determined. It has been exciting to see members of our church not only donating to support these projects, but also regularly living out the gospel in our community, using their faith and energy, thinking beyond themselves to help others.
Relay For Life is a fun-filled overnight event designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for research and programs of the American Cancer Society. During the event, the MPC team joins others and takes turns walking or running laps. Each team tries to keep at least one team member on the track at all times.
Every December, MPC joins Moorpark Kiwanis and community businesses to treat hundreds of kids to a meal, new toys, pictures with Santa, and other fun, Christmas activities.
