The Mission

06/01/2026

The Mission is seeking volunteers 🫶🏼

Every day, individuals facing hardship and difficult circumstances come to The Mission seeking support, encouragement, and essential resources. We are looking for compassionate people who are willing to give a few hours of their time to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Volunteer opportunities include welcoming guests, assisting with meals, supporting our food pantry, and helping provide resources and encouragement to those in need.

Whether you can serve weekly, monthly, or occasionally, your time and talents can have a lasting impact on someone's life.

If you have a servant's heart and a passion for helping others, we'd love to connect with you. Contact The Mission to learn more about our current volunteer opportunities:

📧 [email protected]

Together, we can share the hope of Jesus, restore hope, and provide support to those who need it most.

05/31/2026

Good Sunday Morning.
Im making 2 requests for Meals one for the New Beginning Program
https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/w1dgzw
We need folks to either sign up for an evening meal for approximately 25 or if you cant do a meal casseroles, lunch meats, soups, etc may be dropped off. And the rest of the meal will be provided. Desserts as well are most welcome. Questions call Jean
240 577 8279
Please share!! And enjoy this beautiful day!

Secondly the Robert Center serves lunch/Din.( Combo) Mon.- Friday from 1230 to 3pm . They not only serve the unhoused but anyone in the area who is hungry and on a given day may not have a meal.
The address is 20616 Sheriff Miedzinski Way Lexington Park , MD 20653.
On a given day there may be 15 to 25 people served.
Meal ideas we have received are: casseroles, Fried chicken (Weis is a hit) salads, lunch meat for subs n fixings , meat loaf , stews, pasta dishes. Meals that can be frozen to serve another day are fine. Desserts.
If you have question re Robert Center Meals. Contact dayroom director, Twanda @
301 904 0553. NOTE WE DO AT TIMES HAVE CHILDREN AND with school about to close more may accompany parents. Thank you in advance to all of you already helping out and those who may do so in the future. Event if a one time thing when you can you're serving your brother's n sisters.

Opportunity to serve those in need in our community. SUNDAY BREAKFAST 1000: The Robert Center 21606 Sheriff Miedzinski Way, Lexington Park, Maryland Worship service starts at 0900 Food : 20-25 guests Milk: 1 gallon Juice: 2 gallons (or single serve bottles) Coffee: provided Electric Chaffing pans av...

05/17/2026

Prayers requested for Pastor John Viland. Earlier today, John suffered a heart attack and was airlifted to an area hospital where a stent was successfully placed. Please lift him and his family up in prayer during his recovery. By God’s grace and healing hand, John is still able to serve.

Thank you in advance for your thoughts and prayers.

05/09/2026

This past week was truly a blessing ! We received many food donations, hegeine supplies,brand new tents and sleeping bag. Bags to Outreach to the unhoused containing many useful items including items such as flash lights, socks , summer clothes, etc .Thank you to everyone who reached out in anyway! Where you donated or shared the posts thats helping just as much. To the Mothers have a great mother's day! To the kids and dads or significant others make sure Moms are given a day of peace, rest and love!
Thank you again.
Jean Carter
B.S.W. Program Coordinator.

05/03/2026

Again a big thank you to the deliverys we received at the Kessler Center the last few days for the Mission Food panty. I see phrase written alot St. Marys is truly a community that cares! Its amazing...
Wow! Mr. Rich our pantry mgr will have some busy workers this week putting things on shelves! No worries Twanda our dayroom Director is always willing to help..

05/03/2026

A huge thank you to Bill Vaughn who delivered and ECC CHURCH who responded with an abundance!!! Of food for our pantry. When he called me he was dropping off wasnt sure if pantry had anyone there.its closed Saturday but our dayroom director was there and assisted. It was amazing to see the amount they donated. ECC has been a great supporter of the Mission for a long time .Thier group does a meal or 2 at Kessler center New Beginnings not only do they bring awesome meals but stay and interact with our residents.Many Blessings to them!

04/23/2026

The Mission Food Pantry has been busy! Thanks to anyone who donated. Many Blessings!
With school about to be out etc we are getting even busier
The folks who volunteer asked me to post a new list.
(BELOW)
Mission pantry list:
Canned chicken
Potted Meat
Spam
Tuna packs
Corned beef
Corned beef hash
Dinty More beef stew
Small box cereal pks.
Shelf milk
Juices sm.& jars
Crackers (Ritz
Saltines)
Taco kits or tortillas
Instant mashed potatoes
Pancake mix & syrup
Applesauce
Fruit cups
Canned fruit
Water
Bottled or jugs tea
Socks
Toothpaste
Deodorant
Big bottles of shampoo & body wash
Wipes for face n hands ( heat approaching!
Can openers
Pantry located
21606 Sheriff Miedzinski Way, Lexington Park, MD 20653 Open Monday thru Wednesday 10am-2pm for drop
Other days always someone available
Kessler Center
20947 Great Mills Rd
Lexington Park, md 20653
Drop or delivery orders.
**** ALSO
KESSLER CENTER
Is in need of tents, sleeping bags and tarps. Gently used is fine as long as all parts are there.
Any questions feel free to call Jean
@ 240 577 8279
Please share!!

03/31/2026

03/26/2026

PLEASE SHARE.
Help Us Keep Our Pantry Shelves Full This Season 🌸
Update: critical need now with spring break ...cupboards are getting empt
With spring break, Easter, and everyday needs, our Mission Food Pantry at the Robert Center continues to serve many in our community—and we need your help to keep up with demand.

Most Needed Items:
Dry cereal & dry milk
Canned meats (Spam, potted meat, chicken, corned beef, chili)
Hearty meals (Dinty Moore beef stew, soups—except tomato)
Ramen, cup soups
Fruit cups, applesauce, canned fruit
Pasta sauce (no pasta needed at this time)
Breakfast bars
Condiments (mayo, mustard, ketchup)
Peanut butter & jelly (a favorite—individual packs especially helpful!)

Hygiene & Essentials:
Body wash (full-size for showers)
Travel-size shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, razors
Feminine hygiene products

Baby Needs:
Diapers
Baby food (jars, cereals for various ages)

We are also equipped to accept refrigerated and frozen food donations.

📦 Donation Drop-Off Options:

To make donating easier, items can be dropped off at:

Robert Center
21606 Sherriff Medinski Way, Lexington Park, MD 20653

Pantry Hours: Monday–Wednesday, 10 AM – 2 PM

Kessler Center
20947 Great Mills Road, Lexington Park, MD 20653

*Kessler Center offers flexible drop-off times and is the preferred address for all deliveries.

Questions? Please contact Jean at 240-577-8279

Thank you in advance for your generosity—and please share to help us reach others who may want to give. 💜

01/24/2026

Homeless and elderly and people with little and in need. Jean
A Prayer for the Homeless in Bad Weather
"Heavenly Father, we come before You with deep compassion for those enduring the bitter cold, snow, and rain without the safety of a home. You are the protector of the vulnerable and a refuge in every storm.
Lord, we ask that Your loving arms surround every person sleeping on the streets, under bridges, or in temporary shelters tonight. Please provide them with physical warmth and protection from the freezing temperatures. Open the doors of churches and community centers to provide safe, heated spaces for all who are in need.
We also pray for those of us with warm homes, that we not be lulled into complacency. Stir our hearts to act with generosity—to share our food, donate blankets and warm clothing, and support the organizations working tirelessly on the front lines.
Protect the first responders and volunteers who serve in these challenging conditions. May Your presence be a covering, Your peace surround every heart, and Your mercy prevail through this storm. In Jesus’ name, Amen".