Memorial UMC Pet Ministry
Sponsor, support, and embrace a ministry that can provide comfort and assistance to pet owners, rescue agencies, and most importantly the pets that give us UNCONDITIONAL LOVE.
As we build our Pet Ministry, there are numerous opportunities for everyone interested in volunteering. These opportunities are FLEXIBLE AND CAN FIT YOUR AVAILABLE TIME, SCHEDULE, INTERESTS, AND TALENTS.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A MEMBER OF MEMORIAL UMC TO BE A PART OF THIS MINISTRY! EVERYONE IS WELCOME!!!
Even if you have limited time to help, the below link has some simple things you can do to spread the word about our efforts!
OUR NEXT MEETING: Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 7:00-7:30 PM in the church's Fellowship Hall. Also available via Zoom. Please e-mail mumcvbvapm@gmail.com for the login information.
DIRECTIONS: Gammon Rd is off of Indian River Rd between Providence Rd and Military Hwy. Once you go down Gammon Rd, turn into the parking lot at Memorial UMC, 804 Gammon Rd, VB, 23464. Go to the middle set of double doors. Once inside, turn to the right, and the Fellowship Hall will be on your left.
Hope to see you there!
PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT OUR INITIAL MEETING OF OUR NEW -"KIDS4PETS" GROUP WE ARE FORMING IN MARCH.
The initial Kids4Pets meeting will be held Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 6:30-7 PM in the church Fellowship Hall. The goal is to help show children ages 5-12 that pets provide so much for our lives and we want to help them see that same viewpoint. Reba's Rescue will be our guest speaker and they will bring one of their adoptable pets. Refreshments will be provided as well.
Here are some pet resources you may find helpful:
- Pet Veterinarian Emergency Contact List for Hampton Roads - if you have a medical pet crisis this guide can help you find an available emergency veterinarian.
EMERGENCY VETERINARIANS - HAMPTON ROADS AREA
2. New Pet Owner's Guide - here are some tips to consider for new cat or dog pet owners
- Grief Support
- Rescue Organization Supplies
- Per-Related Events
- Newsletters
- Social Media
- Promote Pet Adoption/Fostering
We have established a Shopping Wish List on Amazon for key items the rescue organizations we are supporting have requested.
If you want to help us, please use this link:
Pet Ministry Amazon Shopping List