Keeping our valued volunteers informed
A Message From Our Thrift Director
Dear Volunteers,
As we step into a new year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for all that you do. Your time, effort and care are gifts that breathe life into the mission of MCC Thrift. Each hour you dedicate— sorting donations, welcoming shoppers, arranging displays or working behind the scenes—carries a ripple effect far beyond what we can see. Your service not only makes our shops welcoming spaces but also transforms lives, from local communities here in Ontario to families and individuals in need across the globe.
The work you do is deeply rooted in the values of service and love for our neighbours. Through your commitment, we’ve seen tangible results: food security initiatives, education programs for children
GM’s Corner
The Christmas break is a good time to reflect on where we’ve been and where we are going. Some of the highlights we at MCC Thrift on Mill have experienced together are:
• Huge bulk donation from the formal wear shop
• Best EVER Christmas Open House—Thank you to Jen, Teena and all who helped out and stayed late the Wednesday night before.
• Lots of dress-up and fun in the shop and a wonderful volunteer appreciation banquet at Colasantis
Business is good! The number of customers is up 1000 from last year! The number of items customers purchased increased 8%, and the amount increased on average $1/customer.
and peacebuilding efforts in conflict zones. Closer to home, you’ve helped foster a culture of sustainability and provided affordable options for those in need. As Proverbs 11:25 reminds us, “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” Your generosity refreshes countless lives, reflecting God’s love in action.
As this year unfolds, may you be blessed with health, joy and the knowledge that your efforts continue to make a difference. Your hands and hearts are part of something far-reaching and transformative. Thank you for being a vital part of this work—your contributions are cherished beyond words.
With deep appreciation,
Lynda Lynch
MCC Ontario Thrift Director
Way to go, team!
Happy New Year! I look forward to working alongside all of you, sharing your stories and partnering with local agencies to help give relief, provide development and build peace in our community and abroad in the name of Jesus Christ. We truly cannot do this work without you!
PennyHanslien General Manager MCC Thrift on Mill
Did you know?
MCC Thrift on Mill partners with agencies locally to reduce the effects of poverty, helping those in need in Leamington and Essex County?
• This year we gave gift cards, bags of clothing and many unsellable items to the following organizations.
• The Hope Centre
• Melo Clinic and Pregnancy Care Centre photo features Breanne Pratt and Maria Fehr. (Add photo)
• South Essex Community Council (SECC)
• Huron Farmworkers Ministry
• UMEI (photo: UMEI in-service Oct 2024)
• Housing Information Services
Your work is making a difference! Hope starts at home.
MCC Thrift on Mill News
1. As Kyle settles into the Assistant Manager role, we pray all the best for a smooth transition. Please join me in welcoming him to his new role!
2. We will be hiring another workroom associate to cover Kyle’s position.
3. Thank you to Alice and Pauline and all of you who served extra shifts to get Christmas goods processed, making this shop look beautiful and accounting for our greatest November ever. Your efforts are truly appreciated and reflected in our numbers.
Welcome to:
Esther
is working in receiving and helping out softlines and learning pricing.
Thank you both for your service!
Martin—She
Karen Moulton—She is serving on cash and helping put out housewares.
Annual MCC Ontario Volunteer Survey
You may have already received the MCC Ontario Volunteer Survey. MCC Ontario cares about the experience you and the many other volunteers are having while giving of your time and skills to serve alongside us in this work of relief, development and peace. We would love to hear from you to help us see what is going well and what we need to work on. Kindly click this link to share your feedback with us: www.surveymonkey.com/r/2024MCCOVOLUNTEER
January
BIRTHDAYS
Volunteers Needed
We have some volunteer openings to fill – do you have a friend who might want to come and join us?
1. One cashier needed—Friday nights 5–8 p.m.
2. One cashier needed—Saturday mornings 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
3. Crafts helper needed—once or twice/week. Please see Teena if you know of anybody. (Mondays or Thursdays to train then other days as your schedule allows but not Wednesdays)
4. Linens helper needed—Tuesday and Thursday afternoons
5. We need two receivers—Thursdays 4–7 p.m. and Fridays 4–7 p.m.
6. We need one receiver—Friday mornings 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
7. We need two receivers on Saturdays (one in a.m., one in p.m.). Please see Ken if you know of anyone.