JANUARY 2025
THRIFT VOLUNTEER NEWSLETTER
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
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
JANUARY 2025
THRIFT VOLUNTEER NEWSLETTER
GM’s Corner Happy New Year!! Another year full of accomplishments is coming to an end, accomplishments which would not have been possible without you. To every valued volunteer and staff in the shop, you have been tremendous throughout the whole year. Your efforts to bring success have been unmatchable. You bring so much value and commitment to this organization. May you keep doing the good work in the upcoming year as well.
Notes from Greg … New Year Means New Habits?
As we enter the year 2025, here are a few housekeeping reminders for our wonderful volunteers: 1. Remember to sign in and out. 2. If you are sick or unable to make your regular shift, please email Greg and your direct supervisor. 3. Tell your friends! Some of our greatest referrals come directly from YOU. We are working hard to
Remember, we are no good when we are alone, but when we are united, as a volunteer and staff team we are unstoppable—Happy New Year to all, your friends and family. Blessings to each of you in 2025. Life is about appreciation, new hopes and aspirations, not possessions.
Debbie Siertsema General Manager MCC Thrift & Gift
find a space for everyone based on our needs and their availability, and so we appreciate your patience. We are thrilled to have you join us for another trip around the sun. May the year of 2025 be our most successful year yet in all that we put our hands to.
JANUARY 2025
THRIFT VOLUNTEER NEWSLETTER
January
BIRTHDAYS
Esther Reesor 11 Rita Shantz 11 Brenda Roussel 18 Regina George 19
Lizzie Martin
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Mary Austin 20 Mabel Swijters 21
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