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 Ministries of Care
L.O.V.E. Ministry - At Oregon City United Methodist Church, our focus is to "Love Others, Value Everyone".  We want to go farther than simply "greeting" people attending our church - we want to develop relationships.  We want everyone to feel welcomed and comfortable as they explore their spiritual journey.  We lovingly guide them into involvement, at their own pace and in their own direction, within the church family.  Check the LOVE Ministries page for more information.
 
H.O.P.E. (Helping Other People Eat) - There are five churches in the Oregon City area that take turns providing assistance to low-income families.   The pantries are kept full by the food items that are donated by their church or other organizations or food drives, food is also purchased using donations, and some government commodities are distributed.  Clients get assistance once-a-month at the location that is convenient.  Check the HOPE page for more information.
Stephen Ministry - Stephen Ministry is one-to-one distinctly Christian care provided to persons facing life challenges or difficulties.  Stephen Ministers are trained lay-people who have learned skills and developed their talents for bringing Christ's healing love to people who are grieving, depressed or experiencing other stresses in life.  This ministry is named for Stephen, one of the first seven lay-people called by the church to assist the apostles in caring for others.  (You can read Stephen's story in Acts 6 & 7.)  For more information, call the office.  Check the Stephen Ministry page for more information.
 
T.L.C. Team - In emergency situations and times of stress, it is comforting to be able to call on a dedicated group of people for extra help and "tender, loving care".  This team deals with scheduling meals, childcare, transportation, etc.

Caring Ministries Team - This team provides care for our hospitalized and homebound and remains in contact with their families to provide support.  They also take communion monthly to several area retirement facilities.