Classical Conversations of Kosciusko County invites the community to watch the premiere of “The Riot and the Dance: Water” in a home drive-in theater atmosphere.

Following the COVID-19 outbreak pandemic and resulting stay-at-home orders, Fellowship Missions in Warsaw decided to look at alternative options for the homeless living in its shelter. In February, the Association of Gospel Rescue Missions shared information about the possibility of partnering with local church camps to expand their ministry.

News Release WINONA LAKE – Grace College engineering students Erin Lawhon and Abbott Joy have donated more than 700 3D-printed ear guards to local organizations on the front lines of COVID-19. The ear guards have been distributed to Fellowship Missions, Grace Village, Miller’s at Oak Pointe, Acorn Academy, Pill Box Pharmacy, Cardinal Services, and Miller’s …read more.

Maple Leaf Farms has donated 50 sets of bedding to Fellowship Missions, which offers emergency shelter and other assistance to those in need in the Warsaw community.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College engineering students Erin Lawhon and Abbott Joy are 3D printing ear guards to donate to local organizations on the front lines of COVID-19.

WARSAW – Leaders from K21 Health Foundation, Kosciusko County Community Foundation, United Way of Kosciusko County and Zimmer Biomet Foundation have announced the second wave of grants in response to the community’s needs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial round of grants totaling $20,000, announced less than two weeks ago provided support …read more.

SYRACUSE — Nearly 100 concerned citizens attended a two-hour presentation, “The Opioid Epidemic: Our Community Speaks,” Thursday, Jan. 30, at the Syracuse Community Center. Speakers were local business owners and recovering addicts Phil Rich Oest and Brittney Bushong; Syracuse Police Chief Jim Layne; Turkey Creek Fire Chief Mickey Scott; Amanda Herendeen, Department of Child Services; …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College and Mission Point Community Church will facilitate the tenth annual Supermarket Sweep on Wednesday, Oct. 30, at Owen’s Market, 2211 E. Center St., Warsaw. The community is invited to participate by shopping for items between 10 a.m. and 11 p.m. Grace volunteers will provide grocery lists and collect the items …read more.

  WARSAW — Fellowship Missions will host its 4th Annual Night of Hope and Inspiration at Warsaw Community Church Oct. 16. Night of Hope and Inspiration is Fellowship Missions annual fundraising dinner. It includes dinner, live and silent auctions as well as a time of sharing, said a news release. Fellowship Missions is a homeless …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Business leaders were encouraged by a representative of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce to think outside the box when it comes to looking out for the well-being of their employees. Jennifer Pferrer, executive director of the Wellness Council for the Indiana Chamber, was the keynote speaker at the Live Well Kosciusko luncheon …read more.

This article has been updated to reflect additional and/or corrected information. WINONA LAKE — The weather was perfect for Canal Days, held in Winona Lake Saturday, Aug. 24. The family-friendly event, featuring craft and art booths, food vendors and kids’ activities, drew a large crowd.  The main attraction was the 3rd annual Cardboard Boat Regatta, along …read more.

WARSAW — A local Junior Girl Scout troop donated 75 blessing bags to Fellowship Missions, a homeless shelter in Warsaw, Wednesday, May 29. Troop 00464, led by Carole Delp and Laura Strange, consists of five girls, ages 10 and 11. The girls, Lily Dunham, Katelyn Brandyberry, Hailey Strange, Norah Hawthorne and Ayva Adams, made the commitment to …read more.

WARSAW — The supply drive earlier this spring at Martin’s and Owen’s benefitting Fellowship Missions was a huge success, according to a press release from the event’s organizers. Zach Leedy and Michael Hammer, students from Wawasee High School, organized the drive as part of their community service project for Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy. The name …read more.

  WARSAW — Nine years ago Eric Lane was working at Warsaw Community Church, involved with a winter shelter program between seven local churches. In April 2010 Lane and his wife opened Fellowship Missions. “We saw a bigger need. By the end of March, we knew where these guys were going to go and it …read more.

WARSAW — Two organizations focused on giving back to the community and helping others came together today, Feb. 11, to celebrate a donation of an article of clothing that many take for granted. Sky Footwear, an organization started in a Taylor University dorm by Keaton Hendricks, donated 870 pairs of thermal socks to Fellowship Missions, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Each year the Kosciusko County Republican Women have a charitable project for Christmas. This year the project is blankets and throws for residents of Fellowship Missions, Warsaw.

NORTH WEBSTER — They say a committed group of people each doing a little bit adds up to a lot. The good folks at North Webster Church of God proved that again this Christmas season. In the church’s second annual three-week Be Rich “generosity campaign,” congregation members dropped their spare change and folding money into designated …read more.

WINONA LAKE — After the success of last year’s event, The Village at Winona and Fellowship Missions will be partnering again this year to host the Canal Days Cardboard Boat Regatta to benefit Fellowship Missions. Despite having only four boats register for the inaugural event, hundreds flocked to The Village at Winona to spectate. Onlookers …read more.

WINONA LAKE — While the mercury is a degree or two cooler than yesterday, June 30, temperatures around Kosciusko County are still high enough for residents to be in danger of heat-related issues. Temperatures were still in the upper 80s and low 90s mid-way through the afternoon. The forecast calls for the possibility of some …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Grant recipients for the 2018 Kids Market Spring Consignment Sale, held in March at the Grace College Gordon Recreation Center, were awarded portions from proceeds last week in Kosciusko County. Total cash donations were $10,700, in addition to shopping vouchers and clothing donations given to local organizations and individuals. Recipients included Joe’s Kids, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Indiana Business Opportunity Partners was proud to present $2,159.82 to Fellowship Missions recently after hosting its 6th annual spring bling bazaar and quarter auction on March 24. The local not-for-profit group, known as iBOP, has several events throughout the year to support local charities. The bazaar featured area direct sales vendors and crafters. The …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy held its February meeting at Combined Community Services in Warsaw. The session focused on social services available in the Kosciusko County area. Steve Possell of Combined Community Services welcomed the students and spoke both about his background and journey to become the executive director. Possell also talked about …read more.

WARSAW—212 Media Studios has announced Fellowship Missions as the winner of this year’s 2/12 Day prize. Several community members stepped up to nominate Fellowship Missions for its work in providing shelter, meals and recovery programs to help homeless people in the community find the resources to get back on track. “We wanted 2/12 Day to …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Each year the Kosciusko Board of Realtors and their affiliate members take the opportunity at their annual Christmas Party to embrace and support a local Kosciusko County charity. At this year’s annual party, held at the Tippecanoe Lake Country Club on Dec. 1, money raised from both a silent and live auction exceeded …read more.

WARSAW — On a day where cars won’t start and pipes are freezing, Fellowship Missions is opening its doors to those in need of warmth. While the shelter has no bed to offer, it is putting as many people on cots as they can. However, despite the lack of sleeping arrangements on this brisk winter …read more.

WINONA LAKE – Grace’s men’s basketball team will host a game this week to benefit Fellowship Missions.

WARSAW — Da-Lite continues its support of Fellowship Missions with a flag raffle that involved raffling off the American Flags that were formerly hanging in the Warsaw-based manufacturing facility. The flags are replaced yearly, and raffled off for charity. The employee raffle raised $513. This total is in addition to the previous year’s donations and …read more.

[weaver_youtube BzD51kyy2Go rel=0]   WINONA LAKE — The Winona Lake canal was full of fans as the first ever cardboard boat regatta was held today, Sept. 2. The race coincided with Canal Days, an annual festival in the Village of Winona. Four different boats participated in this year’s event including three corporate entries and one …read more.

WINONA LAKE — If you are looking for a fun family event this coming Saturday, Sept. 2, look no further than the cardboard boat regatta happening at 10 a.m. in Winona Lake as part of Canal Days. This is the event’s first year, but it is sure to become a favorite. All proceeds from the …read more.

WARSAW —  Warsaw resident Israel Garza has been volunteering at Fellowship Missions, Warsaw, since 2011. According to Garza, a friend of his was a volunteer there and had posted on Facebook that they needed more volunteers. Garza said, “I saw the post and I had extra time on my hands, so I joined her one evening …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — Kosciusko Leadership Academy met at the Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center for a session on Entrepreneurship.  Guest speakers included Carolyn Shanklin, Rocket Fizz; Eric Lane, Fellowship Missions; and Nick Deeter, Wishbone Medical.  Kosciusko County is home to a multitude of industries and opportunities, many of which were started by entrepreneurs.  Several of these …read more.

Fellowship Missions welcomes guests, any time of the day, every day. For the relatively few they are unable to take in, they will find alternate arrangements. “We do not want to just say ‘No’,” said Eric Lane, who founded the faith-based homeless shelter in 2010 and serves as its executive director and self-described “head gofer.” …read more.

WARSAW — Fellowship Missions, Warsaw’s Christian based homeless shelter, operates almost exclusively off of hard working and dedicated volunteers. Betty Trump is one of them. Trump first started providing one meal a month for Fellowship Missions with her church group three years ago. Now she is providing lunches on a weekly basis. Since October 2016, …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Local businesses and individuals were honored at last night’s, Jan. 26, 105th Annual Chamber Membership Awards Dinner, hosted by the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce at the Manahan Orthopedic Capital Center at Grace College. Randy Lewis, author of “No Greatness Without Goodness,” was the evening’s keynote speaker, introduced by Craig Snow of Silveus …read more.

WARSAW — This winter Fellowship Missions will be open as a warming center during the day for anyone who needs protection from the freezing temperatures. Fellowship Missions will open their gathering room when the temperature is at, or below, 32 degrees Fahrenheit during the day, the wind chill factor is at, or will fall to, …read more.

LEESBURG — Leesburg Elementary second graders took a moment to enrich the lives of others during a special day before break. Students encouraged their school to collect hats, gloves, scarves and new or gently used boots to give to Fellowship Missions for families who benefit from the services offered there. This year second graders are …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The sixth annual Block of Love event went on as scheduled despite Mother Nature’s insistence of bringing more rain to the area. As soon as the rain stopped and the sky cleared, people started heading to Canal Street to check out the fun. The event also celebrated MudLove’s seventh year in business. …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The Block of Love is an annual event that celebrates the community’s support of MudLOVE and raises money for Water for Good’s clean water initiatives in the Central African Republic. It features local music artists, food trucks, activities and an interactive social good marketplace. Last year’s event attracted close to 1,500 people …read more.

Warsaw –Eric Lane, founder and executive director of Fellowship Missions Homeless Shelter in Warsaw, has found that well-fitting, clean shoes and socks are some of the most basic necessities that go unnoticed for people on the margins.  That’s why Fellowship Missions, in partnership with the annual Tracey Yeager Memorial 5K Run/Walk, is hosting Soles for …read more.

[weaver_youtube zCX8pZ7NqHA rel=0]   WINONA LAKE — It will soon be six years Fellowship Mission has been in existence in the Warsaw/Winona Lake area and according to Eric Lane, founder, “it’s been an amazing six years.” Over 400 people filled the Manahan Orthopedic Capital Center on March 10, not only to help raise funds for …read more.

WARSAW — Indiana Business Opportunity Partners held a charity quarter auction for Fellowship Missions on Feb. 27, at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1126. The iBOP group was able to make a $1,227.75 donation to Fellowship Missions and appreciates those who supported the event. There were over 100 items to bid on from …read more.

WINONA LAKE — “Same Kind Of Different As Me,” a best selling book and a soon to be released movie, is almost a mirror of what happens at Fellowship Missions, Warsaw. Participate in a night of hope and inspiration Thursday, March 10, at Manahan Orthopaedic Capital Center, Winona Lake, to hear Ron Hall, co-author of …read more.

WARSAW — Thanks to the those who visited Clean Water Car Wash Wednesday, Jan. 27, approximately 1,435 people will be able to access clean, reliable drinking water.[weaver_sc id=”surveybegin”] Though many wouldn’t just give away their opening day sales, CEO Brian Catron wanted to use the event to give back to a cause near and dear …read more.

By TRICIA DEISCH Donor Relations Director, Warsaw Christian School WARSAW — Warsaw Christian School’s first-grade teacher, Martha Danielian, and her students taught the importance of serving those in need by leading the whole student body in making 16 fleece blankets during the school’s weekly chapel service. The fabric was donated by Lowery’s Sewing Center, Warsaw, …read more.

WARSAW — Dangerously cold temperatures are prompting people to spend more time indoors, but for many that option is not available. For those who have no warm place to call home, organizations like Fellowship Missions offer shelter, food and necessities. According to Fellowship Missions Director Eric Lane, as of Tuesday, Jan. 12, there were approximately 48 residents …read more.

By JONI TRUEX Kiwanis Club Of Warsaw WARSAW — Kiwanis Club of Warsaw President Adam Clemens, Rabb Water Systems, and President Elect Michael Suhany delivered apples to the Salvation Army, Fellowship Missions, Combined Community Service and Beaman Home. Donations were made by club members to cover the cost so these organizations could enjoy fresh fruit. …read more.

WARSAW — If you asked Marjorie Mullins, employee and past tenant of Fellowship Missions, what residents of Warsaw’s homeless shelter need most this holiday season, her answer may surprise you. “They need the love of their family. Where are their families?” stated Mullins through tears. “What they really need is love and understanding of why …read more.

Indiana Business Opportunity Partners (iBOP) held a charity quarter auction for Fellowship Missions in Warsaw on Sept. 19, at the American Legion Post #49 in Warsaw. The iBOP group was able to make an $1,166 donation to Fellowship Missions and wish to thank those that supported the event. Fellowship Missions Homeless Shelters were created to …read more.

WARSAW — An estimated 150 people enjoyed free pizza this weekend as Fellowhip Missions hosted the Little Caesars Love Kitchen. The event took place Sunday, Aug. 2, at Fellowship Missions, located on Winona Avenue. “It was pretty cool,” Victoria Jennings said. “It was fresh, hot and ready pizza, right there.” Jennings, along with Josh Hensley, were …read more.

Warsaw Officers with the Warsaw Police Department investigated the following incident: 3:44 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 1500 block East Winona Avenue, Warsaw. An individual was found unresponsive behind Fellowship Misson.

  A local student is combining her talent and heart for charity to make a big difference for a local organization. Macy Miller, an eighth grade student at Lakeview Middle School has been volunteering Friday mornings at Fellowship Missions for approximately three months. Miller was inspired to donate her time after a presentation at her …read more.

By TRINA HOY Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club The Warsaw Breakfast Optimist Club has recently made two donations to community organizations. The club presented a $370 donation to Fellowship Missions in Warsaw, and a $300 donation to the Warsaw Parks Department. The club has various fundraising activities during the year and have raised over $20,000 in …read more.

Giverny Fitness Studio is hosting a Merry Christmas Dance-a-Thon from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, benefiting Fellowship Missions Admission to the event is a box of powdered laundry detergent, which will be donated to Fellowship Missions to support the local homeless shelter. Giverny Fitness Studio instructors will be leading half-hour segments of …read more.

By STEPHANIE OVERBEY Kosciusko County Community Foundation, Inc. Four local charities were recently presented with grants from the William and Helen Dye Endowment Fund, a component fund of the Kosciusko County Community Foundation. Beaman Home, Limitless Park – Town of Winona Lake, Fellowship Missions and Baker Youth Club each received $2,631.50 from the fund. The …read more.

By ALYSSA LOWE Manager of Marketing & Communications, Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce Fellowship Missions and uLead will host a Business After Hours from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6, at Fellowship Missions, 1520 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw. Tours of the new Fellowship Missions facility will be given. This new location is three times …read more.

When Jenny Bynum found herself with nowhere to go, she sought refuge in May at a women’s homeless shelter in Warsaw. “I ran out of family members to live with and the only other option was to come to the shelter,” she recalled. Bynum is not alone. Thanks to a dedicated group, Fellowship Missions, a …read more.

[weaver_youtube WMLF__u1xL8 rel=0] The interior, which was fully gutted and reconstructed, is nearing completion at the new Fellowship Mission’s shelter located on Winona Avenue in Warsaw. (Photo by Alyssa Richardson) In April of 2013 the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals approved a petition for a homeless shelter at 1520 E. Winona Ave. in the former Ken …read more.

Fellowship Missions is hosting a Food and Supply Drive from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 21, at both Owen’s Grocery Stores in Warsaw, located at East Center Street and West Market Street. Shoppers will receive a list of items needed at the shelter. During their shopping, people can pick up and purchase any …read more.

Fellowship Missions recently held a fundraiser to benefit their new shelter building. The event, which featured a banquet held in the unfinished building located at 1520 E. Winona Ave., Warsaw, was held on Thursday, Sept. 12, and saw approximately 100 guests. The event included an open house for guests to walk around and see the …read more.

Fellowship Missions is having a Supply Drive on Saturday, Sept. 14. Those shopping at either Owen’s grocery store locations in Warsaw on that day may donate supplies to Fellowship Missions of Warsaw, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fellowship Missions operates homeless shelters in Warsaw to meet the needs of people in our community through …read more.

Not finding any reasons to deny a petition by Fellowship Missions, the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals Monday night approved a homeless shelter on East Winona Avenue. Eric Lane, executive director of Fellowship Missions, presented the plan to the WBZA asking to use the former Ken Anderson Films building at 1520 E. Winona Ave., as …read more.

The former location of Ken Anderson Films in Warsaw is being proposed for a homeless shelter in Warsaw. The matter goes before the Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals tonight. (Photo by Alyssa Richardson) The Warsaw Board of Zoning Appeals is expected to vote on a proposal tonight that would establish a homeless shelter in the …read more.

The former building of Ken Anderson Films is being considered for a homeless shelter in Warsaw. Since 2010, Fellowship Missions has operated two homeless shelters in Warsaw – one to serve men, one for women. On Monday, April 22, it is the hope of founder Eric Lane to get approval from the city to bring …read more.

  I walked into Center Lake Pavilion Wednesday night not quite knowing what to expect. “The Gathering” is such a vague description after all. On the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month, Fellowship Missions hosts what they have termed The Gathering. It is just that – a gathering. Depending on the night, there are …read more.

Fellowship Missions held its Christmas gathering Wednesday night at Center Lake Pavilion in Warsaw. Eisenhower Elementary School volunteers were the servers for the evening, as were members of The Christian Motorcycle Club. The Gathering is a monthly dinner hosted by Fellowship Missions for both residents of the mission’s homeless shelters and others in the community who …read more.

Start the New Year off right by joining in giving a helping hand to the local homeless shelter. Coming up on Thursday, Jan.10, 2013, Eric Lane from Fellowship Missions shelter will be joining the Coffee Cafe Connection to share how we can all make a vital difference in our local community. During the 9:30 a.m. to …read more.

The Local Emergency Food and Shelter Programs Board for Kosciusko County has received notice that Kosciusko County is being awarded $11,786 through the Emergency Food and Shelter Program. Federal funds are awarded through the Department of Homeland Security. A national board was established to distribute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of …read more.

The Car Company Owner Mike DeWitt has donated $1,000 to Fellowship Missions and their upcoming trip to the east coast. Eric Lane, founder and executive director of Fellowship Missions, will be leaving Warsaw around midnight Thursday with a group of at least 15 volunteers and residents of Fellowship Missions shelters. The group will be joining …read more.

Dear Editor: We have all seen the news about Hurricane Sandy and the devastation this storm had on the east coast. Our mission at Fellowship Missions has always been to reach out to the hurt and broken for Christ. We have been called to go and serve alongside our hurting brothers and sisters on the …read more.

From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, Fellowship Missions will have representatives at both Owens locations in Warsaw collecting food and donations for its missions. Fellowship Missions is a not-for-profit homeless shelter in Warsaw that averages 29 guests a night. They have housed over 275 adults and 50 children since the shelters opened …read more.

Applebee’s in Warsaw is holding a fundraising event on Monday, Oct. 1, to benefit Fellowship Missions and the homeless shelters and community dinners the nonprofit missions supports. To support Fellowship Missions, print the coupon and present it on Oct. 1. It is good anytime during the day. Feel free to make copies and hand the …read more.

In 2009, 2nd Mile Adventures and 2nd Mile Missions held a bicycle tour to help raise money for the 2nd Mile Missions to prevent the cycle of poverty in Bavaro, Dominican Republic. Those funds were used to build a school and provide an education to kids in one of the poorest areas of the world. …read more.

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIdgg1gERHc] A 2010 national report by the Department of Housing and Urban Development found that as much as 2.9 percent of Indiana’s population was homeless. Those numbers are expected to rise when the Department of Commerce releases the annual Point in Time homeless count later this year. “This is a community issue and we …read more.