“Serving with Love. Sharing the Gospel. Transforming Lives.”
The Missionary Ministry of Union Grove is dedicated to sharing the love and salvation of Jesus Christ through evangelism, service, and community engagement. Rooted in the Great Commission, we seek to reach the lost, disciple believers, and equip leaders to spread the Gospel. Our mission is not just to provide for physical needs but to bring hope, healing, and transformation to individuals and families.
Guided by our mission and vision, the Missionary Ministry lives out our core values of love and compassion (Matthew 22:37-39), prayer (Colossians 4:2), servanthood (Mark 10:45), and faith and boldness—trusting God to provide and lead as we humbly serve His people.
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
— Ephesians 2:10
Mission: To share the love and salvation of Jesus Christ with all people, reaching the lost, discipling believers, and equipping leaders to spread the Gospel. Through evangelism, service, and community engagement, we bring hope, healing, and transformation in fulfillment of the Great Commission.
Vision: To see lives and communities transformed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ, as people from every nation come to know Him.
Programs and Services
- EUMBA Blanket Drive & Community Day – Collecting new and gently used blankets for those in need.
- New Baby Blessings Program – Providing diapers, layette sets, and blankets for new mothers.
- CHOICES (via Lutheran Social Services) – Supporting safe housing for women and children escaping abuse.
- Champion Middle School – Supplying essential items for students in need.
- Rev. Mary Jones Homeless Outreach Ministry – Serving meals and offering devotionals to men at Friends of the Homeless Shelter.
- Dorothy L. Taylor Blessing Bags – Distributing toiletry kits (soap, washcloths, deodorant, toothpaste, razors, etc.) four times a year.
- Christmas Bags – Special winter bags with gloves, socks, and other seasonal needs.
- Easter Fruit Baskets – Sharing fruit baskets with the sick and shut-in during Easter.
- Produce Giveaway – Partnering with Mid-Ohio Food Collective to provide fresh produce to families.
- YWCA Family Center – Hosting, sponsoring, or serving meals for women and children in transition.
- Thanksgiving Meals – Preparing and distributing baskets for families in need.
Events
- January – EUMBA Blanket Drive & Community Day
- February – Missionary Fellowship
- March – Dorothy L. Taylor Blessing Bags
- May – Rev. Mary Jones Homeless Outreach Ministry
- July – Outreach Work (YWCA Family Center)
- September – Outreach Event (CHOICES/Lutheran Social Services)
- October – Dorothy L. Taylor Blessing Bags
- November – Thanksgiving Baskets
- December – Christmas Celebration
How to Get Involved
We meet Every 3rd Saturday of the month
The Missionary Ministry welcomes volunteers who have a heart for service. Members can:
- Donate items such as blankets, toiletries, or produce
- Help prepare baskets, blessing bags, and meals
- Participate in outreach and fellowship activities
- Support local shelters and schools through service projects
Who can participate? Any current member of Union Grove—male or female—is welcome to join the Missionary Ministry.
Leadership
Henrietta Cousins
Servant Leader
Tonya Smoot
Assistant Servant Leader