Dear Beloved,

Many years ago, Friedens United Church of Christ became a Global Ministries Congregation. We made a commitment to remain connected and supportive of our global partners. We have done this in a variety of ways including hosting in-person and virtual visits with mission personnel and through visiting mission partners overseas. You can always read about our partners around the world and pray for them. You could also consider serving with Global Ministries in a variety of capacities. One upcoming opportunity is shared below. You don’t have to do physical exercise – you can even do a spiritual sprint (although we know the life of faith is a marathon rather than a dash

You can read more at www.globalministries.org. Please feel free to be in touch if you have any questions.

The theme for the Mission Dash 5K is climate justice. Creation care efforts by international partners evolve with each natural disaster and shift in weather patterns. Partners cope with the negative impacts of climate change by protecting and nurturing the natural world, preserving resources, and seeking to ensure food security.

You are encouraged to walk, roll, run, jog, or spiritually sprint wherever you are! You may choose to do the 5K with neighbors, friends, family, church, or on your own. The cost is $25 per person, and each registrant will receive a collapsible water bottle and magnet.

With gratitude and hope~

Sarah