10,000 Church Challenge

September 1, 2016 · Issue 18

In this issue of connectNmission, learn how one United Methodist church in Oregon embraced Abundant Health’s 10,000 Church Challenge to offer community fitness classes; watch a promotional video on the 10,000 Church Challenge to motivate your church to health; and learn about upcoming events.

> NEWS: CHOOSE HEALTH — TAKE THE 10,000 CHURCH CHALLENGE!
> MEDIA: 10,000 CHURCH CHALLENGE
> UPCOMING EVENTS

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NEWS: CHOOSE HEALTH — TAKE THE 10,000 CHURCH CHALLENGE!

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Health is a mission priority at Montavilla United Methodist Church in Portland, Ore. Pastor Timothy Winslea is so concerned about the physical and spiritual health of his congregation that the church converted a space in their building into a fitness center.

“My congregation knows I am an advocate for all forms of health education. Together, we’ve had many discussions about mental health, wellness programs, and access to health services in our community,” said the Rev. Timothy Winslea, pastor at Montavilla UMC.

The fitness center will serve as a great place for the local community to participate in dance and taekwondo classes, as well as pilates, Zumba, and other fitness activities in the near future.

The Abundant Health: Our Promise to Children program, which honored Montavilla UMC this past June for becoming its first Abundant Health supporter, seeks to engage at least 10,000 churches in the United States to open their doors and invite their communities to receive a message of healing and hope through health education, prevention, treatment, and communication.

The 10,000 Church Challenge also provides an opportunity for your church to promote health and well-being, especially for children, through congregational and community activities that include physical activity, healthy diet and nutrition, tobacco and drug-free living, and mental health education and promotion.

Learn about the ways your church can create programs that foster healthier lifestyle choices by using this resource.