Mission Outreach
Mission Outreach
The theme verse is from the story of the Good Samaritan - Luke 10:27 So Jesus answered and said,
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, will all your strength, and with all your mind” and “your neighbor as yourself”.
Heartfelt gratitude goes out to the entire congregation for your giving of your time, talents and donations to the Mission Outreach programs.
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We have a dedicated team who meets every other month to discuss needs of the community and provide updates to the current programs already in motion. We welcome everyone to join. Even if just to share an idea or concern they may have which we should add into our activities.
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2025 Mission Outreach Meetings
(The meetings will meet via Zoom. Please contact the office or the Outreach Chairperson for the Zoom Link.)
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March 25, 2025 - 6 p.m.
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May 27, 2025 - 6 p.m.
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July 29, 2025 - 6 p.m.
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September 30, 2025 - 6 p.m.
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November 25, 2025 - 6 p.m.
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January 27, 2026 - 6 p.m.
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Current Programs and related charities
Food Collection: Every 2nd Sunday 9:30 AM – 11 AM.
The food is delivered on the following Monday to Central Lutheran church in Van Nuys. The food is then allocated to other Lutheran churches in the Twin Valley Parish.
Hope of the Valley - https://www.hopeofthevalley.org/ Hope of the Valley has been identified as a worthy cause for our donations.
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This organization has made a commitment to ending homelessness in our community. They have opened a community of Tiny Homes located in North Hollywood. I encourage you to take a look at their link. They also offer tours to the public.
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Another new program is a bank of showers for the homeless to utilize. They have asked for shampoo and conditioner in addition to clothing donations. In coming months you may see us ask for these items in addition to the food collection. They will be delivered along with the food on the following Mondays.
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Link: https://www.facebook.com/1387925559/posts/10225298901044705/?_rdc=1&_rdr
With our left over funds from the Welcome / Hygiene kits we will be purchasing shampoo & conditioner as requested from Hope of the Valley.
Holiday Food & Toy Collection:
Join our mission to make this holiday season a brighter one for families in need!
Our annual Food & Toy Drive is in full swing, and your kindness can bring comfort and joy to those who need it most. Missed a flyer or bag? No problem! Download the flyer here and find out how to get involved. With multiple collection dates, we’ve made it easy for you to donate—whether you bring items to worship or drop them by the office.
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Food Collection:
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During worship: TBD
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Office drop-off: TBD
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Toy Collection:
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During worship: TBD
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Office drop-off: TBD
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Your gifts help spread the spirit of hope and generosity throughout our community. Thank you for joining us in making a difference—together, let’s light up the season for everyone!
Central Lutheran Church Needs Volunteers:
When our collected food leaves SOV, it goes to Central Lutheran Church in Van Nuys, where it is combined with other donations from the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and distributed to families-in-need. Volunteers are urgently needed to support this important ministry, which serves 300-500 families each Monday.
Commitment: 1 Monday a month. Time:12:15pm – 3:00pm
Where: Central Lutheran Church, 6425 Tyrone Ave. Van Nuys, CA 91401
Duties:
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• You may be grocery bagging of dairy, meat, or fruit & vegetables. Bags are lined up on racks prior to distribution.
• You may be outside under tents setting up tables with food pantry boxes for distribution.
• You may be directing traffic as people cross the street or distributing food boxes to the families.
• You will most likely be on your feet during this time.
• Wearing a mask is required. Temperature will be taken prior to shift.
Contact: Caryl Benner, bennermc3@yahoo.com for further information.
Donations of New Socks Needed:
Our Mission Outreach partner Central Lutheran Church has made a special request: Donations of new socks for people experiencing homelessness. Please feel free to bring your sock donations to our Food Drives, or leave them in the designated box in the Narthex at any Sunday worship service.