"The Gospel and Good News never change. God’s grace never changes; but how we are able to reach the world with that message does."
CARING COMMITTEE
Card Ministry – The Caring Committee of Tom’s Creek UMC sends cards each month to our shut-ins and our military families every month. These cards are truly appreciated by those who receive them—they bring joy, love and certainly something to look forward to every month.
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Visitation – The Caring Committee of Tom’s Creek UMC makes visits several times during the year to our shut-in members and to those who could use a little cheer. They are well received by all who are visited and they look forward to these times of fellowship and God’s love.
Contact Pat Baughman
443-336-5304
patbaughman@yahoo.com
Feeding FriendZ
Feeding FriendZ prepares meals for Church members and Carroll Vista residents who are ill or house bound.
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As of July 9, 2025, we served 15,432meals. We want to thank all of you who have helped us prepare and deliver the meals, donated food items and for cash donations.
Contact Pat Baughman (for Church)
443-336-5304
Contact Judy Coleman (for Carroll Vista)
443-280-3279
FACE OF AMERICA (FOA)
It has become a beloved tradition for Tom’s Creek to host a rest stop for the Face of America’s annual bike ride. This special event is where all of us at Tom’s Creek can serve the wounded warriors. As hundreds of cyclists converge on The Promised Land, they are greeted with applause, waving banners and flags, snacks and beverages. They always exit The Promised Land feeling loved and supported.​
Contact Frank or Sandy Negro
717-359-8737 (h)
fasnegro2@yahoo.com
N.O.W.
When a runner is on second base, the chances of scoring are greater. Second base is the NOW (Nurture, Outreach, Witness) Ministries of the church. Remember, ministry is the heart of the church! Where a congregation has claimed a vision for its mission and ministry, there is new life and vitality!
1. The NURTURING MINISTRIES give attention to needs of the congregation, including education, worship, Christian formation, and stewardship.
2. The OUTREACH MINISTRIES give attention to the local and larger community ministries of compassion, justice, and advocacy, which can take many forms.
3. The WITNESS MINISTRIES give attention to evangelistic outreach and sharing of faith stories, communications, lay speaking ministries, and other means that express witness for Jesus Christ.
Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child
This ministry of filling shoeboxes helps to brighten the life of children at Christmas.
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Contact: Heather Fitzgerald
RELAY FOR LIFE
FOR HEAVEN’S SAKE
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Tom’s Creek UMC supported the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life of Carroll County event on June 14th through donations, sponsorships, and dedicating memorials of luminaria to honor and remember loved ones who “fought the good fight” against cancer and who are still in the battle against the disease. The church raised over $850 to support the mission of The American Cancer Society, to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support and to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. The luminaria ceremony at the event recognized loved ones who did not survive the fight, those who are survivors, and those who currently are struggling to overcome the disease, along with the many caregivers who are supporting those efforts.
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Carol Hipp, Tom’s Creek UMC