Nichols-Bethel actively participates in United Methodist Volunteers in Mission (UMVIM), a program that provides opportunities for service in places of need around the world by developing and nurturing relationships with domestic and international leaders and connects volunteers with suitable projects for effective service.  The church supports various VIM groups (both young adult and general membership) that serve both local and more distant communities in need.

The United Methodist Men, in coordination with our Volunteers-In-Mission program, is exploring a partnership with Partners In Care, an area community service organization, to identify community service projects that the church could support.  If you are interested in participating in such an effort, or you know of someone in our church family or community who could be served through our VIM program, contact our church mission coordinator, Doug Wallace (phone 410-969-8640 and email dougwall1@comcast.net).

On June 2nd, a group from NBUMC completed a UMM sponsored local Volunteers in Mission (VIM) project to construct a roof cover over part of the wheelchair ramp for an elderly member of our Church. The homeowner expressed appreciation for the work, indicating it will provide her much needed protection in getting in and out of her house during inclement weather. She also expressed appreciation for the fellowship during the day. All the workers who participated were blessed in sharing that fellowship with her.

The day of the VIM project with Rebuilding Together (RT) of Anne Arundel County, involving an elderly couple in the Severna Park area is currently set for Sat, July 21st. If you are interested in helping in this project, contact Doug Wallace, 410-969-8640, email dougwall1@comcast.net .

The VIM mission program got started off with a bang this year with the first local VIM project on Saturday, January 6th.  The project was relocating a storage shed for a member of our community.  The work was somewhat challenging due to the tight location and ground conditions (wet and muddy) in which we had to work.  But through a little ingenuity, a lot of muscle, and great teamwork, we got the job done.  Thanks to all who came out to help.