Local Churches, Working Together

"Little Ones To Him Belong" is the phrase found high atop Epworth's church in the center of campus.  It is the first thing a child sees when they arrive at Epworth.  It is also the daily reminder they see as the school bus picks them up and drops them off.  There, in the center of campus, these miracles are reminded that they are children of God.

From day one of Epworth's ministry, congregational support has been at the heart of every moment of a child's stay at Epworth.  Support from individuals congregations, through voluntary offerings like Mother's Day and Work Day have provided thousands of children with daily care throughout the generations.  Now, the Every Child is a Miracle Campaign is preparing Epworth for the next 120 years, and as Epworth begins this new journey, congregations will continue to lead the way.
Expand your church's ministry beyond its walls and 
change the lives of children and families in need. 

How to Get Involved

For generations the Methodist people of South Carolina have provided for the children at Epworth.  Through your local congregation, you can support the Every Child is a Miracle campaign and encourage others to participate as well.  Every church community is unique.  Epworth encourages churches to find ways of supporting the campaign that are meaningful, both in your context and in its impact on the children at Epworth. 

Ideas of congregational involvement include:
  • Special Worship Service & Offering (above and beyond the typical Mother's Day and Work Day offerings)
  • Encourage Sunday School classes to be involved in the campaign
  • Establish a Foster Family Ministry as a signature ministry of your congregation.
  • Send a volunteer mission team to Epworth
  • Visit Epworth's campus for a tour
  • Invite a speaker from Epworth to your church
  • Engage the MYF, UMW, UMM and others in a campaign fundraising activity
  • Host a planned/estate giving workshop 
  • Serve Epworth Ice Cream at a church meal

For more information on one of these ideas or to share an idea of your own, please contact Sherri Mims, Associate Director for Church Relations at smims@epworthsc.org or 803-256-7394.