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We Care
As most of you know, We Care is Faith's food ministry--so named because many years ago a member, volunteering in the public schools, was appalled at the hunger he experienced and challenged the congregation: "Do we care about these kids?"
Over the years, we have answered the question with our actions. Each month, Marian Grasso (thank God for her and the other volunteers) makes a report. This month, as I saw these numbers, I had very mixed feelings:
February 2010
Total number of households served - 98
Total number of people - 374
Total number of adults - 223
Total number of children - 151
Mixed feelings--on the one hand, this is a huge mission that Faith has undertaken, and it speaks to your caring about others. When Jesus asked Peter, "do you love me?" Peter said, "Yes," then, said Jesus, "Feed my sheep."
On the other hand--I am shocked by the numbers. It is a stark reminder that we are living through very, very difficult economic times. Last month, 374 people found it necessary to turn to the church for food. Pray with me that these numbers shrink. |
| We Pray for Haiti and Chili ... |
PDA, working in collaboration with partners, continues to provide basic humanitarian aid for those most impacted by the January earthquake and to assess ongoing recovery needs. More than $510,000 has been sent to help with relief. The Haiti response reveals challenges in humanitarian work. Read the February 9 story. PDA is asking you to stand in the GAP for disaster survivors as you Give, Act, and Pray. | |
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Dinner at 5:30
(In Faith Center)
Adults - $5, Children 6-13 - $3, Family Max - $15
CAYAN at 6:00 p.m.
This Tuesday, March 16
A Lenten Journey,
"Forgive us our sins..."
Faith Center at 6:30 p.m.
For those unable to attend Tuesday evening, there will be a repeat on Wednesday morning at 10 a.m., in Fellowship Hall. |
 Coffee, Conversation, and More...
This Thursday afternoon at 2 p.m., join fellow Faith members in the Alcove for coffee, snacks, conversation, and a short program of interest. This is a time to build new friendships and learn something new at the same time. This week, it is game day, and the featured game is Hearts. |
We are in the process of putting together a "People of Faith" cookbook to celebrate our 50th Anniversary. Please submit your recipes on the Recipe Collection Sheets, either typed or printed. There are instructions for writing your recipe on the back of the sheet. You can add some tidbits of history if you like. Drop cards in the red and white box located in the Foyer. Please have all recipes in by May 15, 2010. | |
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