Mission in action

​A life in Africa is claimed by Malaria every sixty seconds, leaving millions of lives lost every year. In the 1950’s, the United States was completely rid of Malaria while Africa was left behind. This disease has been killing millions of people for thousands of years. Could you imagine a world with no Malaria? Family and friends of Lakewood United Methodist Church have joined hands with one another to raise money for an amazing cause. “Mission in Action” is what Lakewood United Methodist Church is calling their new annual 5k run and 1 mile fun run and walk. This campaign will be held annually in order to raise awareness and money for different missions not just locally but globally as well.

​For the first annual “Mission in Action” campaign, the proceeds raised will go to “Imagine No Malaria”, a global campaign to fight Malaria in Africa. Our “Mission in Action” 5k race and 1 mile fun run and walk was hosted on Sunday September 15th 2013. 160 participants gathered at Cove United Methodist Church and proceeded along Lake Road. Participants continued through some of the neighborhoods along Edgewater Drive, where many family members and friends cheered them on.  Together the “Mission in Action” campaign has so far raised an impressive $4,500. The proceeds raised will go towards bed nets, diagnostic tests, education, medicine and treatments.

​This first annual “Mission in Action” campaign was a huge success! On behalf of the race committee, we would like to give a huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated and donated to the campaign and to the following sponsors: Lakewood United Methodist Church, Cove United Methodist Church, Dr. Greg Devor DDS, First Federal Lakewood, Cargill, Zeis McGreevey Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Jammy Buggars, Catalyst, Earthfare and Hotel and Leisure Advisors. Without all of the love and support from the community, this campaign would not have been possible. Together we are putting our faith into action to prevent deaths that are caused by Malaria.

​If you are interested in participating in our second annual “Mission in Action” or participating in other church events please like us on Facebook, Lakewood United Methodist Church(LUMC), for more information and updates. To learn more about the global campaign “Imagine No Malaria”, you can visit the official websitewww.imaginenomalaria.com.