Missions

Canton Food Bank - Donations for the Canton Food Bank are being collected in Case Hall.

Prayer Shawls - Knitters meet monthly to complete various projects, including prayer shawls which are donated to local hospitals and hospice care, and knit caps for newborns.

In-Stitches - A group of sewers meets monthly. Projects have included quilts for Ukraine and Project Linus, sustainable sanitary kits for Ghana, masks during the COVID epidemic, and items to sell at our Strawberry Festival in June.

Tuesday Guys - Men who meet weekly to socialize and support each other while working on church maintenance projects. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact Larry Gannon at northcantonumc@gmail.com.

Angels with Toolbelts: An ad hoc team of caring individuals who use their construction skills for limited projects that help older congregants continue to live safely in their homes. If you might be interested in helping, contact Larry Gannon at northcantonumc@gmail.com.

Movie Nights in the Summer - Parking Lot Movies, including a burger booth, will be back this summer on Fridays August 4, 11, and 18. Children’s fare (movie choices TBD) will be shown in the church parking lot starting at 8 PM. There will be burgers and other refreshments available. While the movies are free, donations are appreciated. Keep these dates open so you can enjoy a unique summer night with our community.

North Canton Community Playgroup Mondays:  From 10:00 to 11:30 AM - Open to caregivers, parents and children from Canton & the surrounding community. An informal gathering of caregivers and children with the intent to provide a safe place to socialize, play, and have a cup of coffee for adults. Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their young children (ages up to 4 years) and are expected to stay with their child/ren.

Friday Night Out Suppers

Suppers are held on the third Fridays of most months (excluding the summer and December).

 

Strawberry Festival

The church has hosted an annual Strawberry Festival every June since 1951, with the exception of two years (2020, 2021) during the COVID epidemic.