Local Missions

Backpack Ministry

The Backpack Ministry feeds 70+ hungry children of Saraland City Schools each week. These children often receive breakfast and lunch during the school week, but may not have adequate food at home on the weekend. They are identified by the school as being in need, and they receive a bag of food each Friday to bring home. Churches and community organizations throughout the region contribute food and money to keep this program running strong, and volunteers come to fill bags of food. We welcome your help! You can donate ravioli, vienna sausage, Ramen noodles, instant grits, instant oatmeal, cheese-filled crackers (no peanut butter), fruit cups, Pop Tarts, juice boxes, cookies, cereal bars, canned soup, and boxes of raisins.

Food Pantry

Our food pantry serves residents of Saraland, Satsuma, Axis, & Creola on Mondays from 9:00—11:00 am. Please bring a photo I.D. if you are receiving food. Our food pantry is always in need of non-perishable items which can be donated in the basket in the church hallway.

Nurture Team

The Nurture Team is the heart of our church’s care ministry. Their mission is to love, support, and uplift those within our congregation who need encouragement and connection. Whether it’s visiting someone in the hospital, checking in on our shut-ins, delivering meals to new parents, sending care packages to college students, or offering prayers and encouragement to those who are sick or going through a tough time—this team embodies Christ’s love in action. Through thoughtful gestures and compassionate care, the Nurture Team ensures no one in our church family feels forgotten or alone.

Regional and International Missions

Each year, we send teams to international and regional mission contexts. We have served in the Henderson Settlement in Kentucky, Guatemala, and Ecuador. We invite participation from others in our community wishing to serve alongside us!

Pictures from the 2019 Henderson Settlement Mission Trip

Saraland UMC Mission Team stopping to take a quick picture at the Henderson Settlement sign.

Missions