volunteers speak on Caring for our communityJim Tarras has a powerful testimony on the healing of community.
Paul Pawlowski speaks on the caring of Stephen Ministry.
The Warmth of our QuiltersThe Quilters of Mt Calvary have been stitching for roughly 50 years. Once the quilts are finished, they are boxed up and sent to Lutheran World Relief. Next, they are shipped to various countries in need, where they are used as: a shield against the elements, a simple tent, a floor covering, or even a wrap to hold a baby on a mother's back. In 2021, we shipped 92 quilts as part of the 323,610 quilts shipped to 21 different countries. Join our team. We are proud of the Quilters of Mt Calvary.
MAT Ministry
Helping the HomelessWe are very proud of our MAT Ministry. This amazing ministry team will spend 20 hours transforming between 500 to 700 plastic bags into one sleeping mat for a homeless person. Several mats are crafted throughout the year. When the mats are complete, they are sent to the Catholic Charities Wausau Community Warming Center. These mats are valued by folks who sleep outdoors. The mat acts as a barrier from the damp ground. Also, this is a great way to recycle an everyday item. Go MAT Ministry!
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Mt Calvary Clothes ClosetFree clothing throughout the year to those in need. Amount of clothing dependent upon need. Mt Calvary has gently used clothing available for children and adults. For a private appointment, call the church office at 715-359-4500. Click here for more on Mt. Calvary Clothes Closet.
Around the worldMt. Calvary’s reach goes beyond our local community. We have a strong legacy of working with Lutheran World Relief (LWR) to serve our neighbors overseas who face poverty, injustice and human suffering. In a very tangible way we provide resources that reach people in many countries.
Personal Care Kits are shared with people who have lost everything from a natural disaster or life-threatening violence.
Number Mt. Calvary assembled and sent in 2021: 27 School Kits are sent to places where even the few required school supplies may be more than a family can afford.
Number Mt. Calvary assembled and sent in 2021: 50 Baby Care Kits are part of emergency relief efforts but they are also given to encourage expectant women to seek prenatal care.
Number Mt. Calvary assembled and sent in 2021: 30 Missionary for a DayThe people of Mt. Calvary gladly support the mission work of Rev. Dr. Philip and Lou Knutson, Regional Representative for Southern Africa.
Phil works with companion churches, companion synods and mission personnel throughout southern Africa including the Republic of South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Swaziland, Angola and Mozambique. He is also a resource person for ELCA-supported Christian Education projects in Southern Africa. Lou is a high school physics and chemistry teacher. |