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News from Our Daily Bread
October, 2014

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In This Issue
Friends We Will Miss
Beginning to Think Christmas
Citrus Kale Salad
Pumpkin Fun
The Ranch Radio
New Ways to Volunteer

 

When Help Was Needed, A Life Was Saved!!

 

        

On Friday, October 17, the staff, volunteers, and clients of ODB learned yet another reason to appreciate having our Volunteer Medical Assistant, Mary Ann Baker, on hand and nearby.  Mary Ann is here each week to do blood pressure checks on clients.

 

A new client, Ms. Nancy Flowers, had enjoyed a delicious lunch and was on her way out. After exiting the building, she began choking and fell to the ground in need of help. 


Mary Ann was called to the rescue and performed the Heimlich maneuver to assist in dislodging what had choked Nancy. Nancy was still unable to catch her breath and her heart rate was high due to the anxiety associated with such an event. 911 EMTs transported Nancy to the ER and she is doing well at this point. Nancy attributes Mary Ann with saving her life.  

 

Thank you, Mary Ann!!

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Friends We Will Miss


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Joe Hayden had a long, fruitful career and then gave 10 years of service to Our Daily Bread. We will miss his giving spirit and helping hands. 
For his full obituary in the Denton Record Chronicle, click here.
 


Darrell Sterling found purpose and meaning in volunteering at ODB.  His determined attitude served as inspiration to us all.  His obituary can be found here.
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Beginning to Think a Lot Like Christmas 

 


While our weather is not quite "Christmasy", we are preparing for the season. 
Our clients count on us for items like brand-new hats, scarves, rain gear, and socks. 

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Gloves or mittens can be men's or women's or unisex. One-size-fits-all works well.  A popular style of hat is the beanie/toboggan type that can either be rolled up above the ears or pulled down over the ears. Any kind of rain poncho works well.  


These items will be gifts, so they need to be brand-new and unwrapped.


Thank you for thinking of others at all times of the year.



Catherine Pennell, a member of St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, spends much of her time crocheting scarves for clients of Our Daily Bread.
 

She has donated hundreds of scarves to be handed out at our Client Christmas Celebration.  
We send a big "Thank You" to Catherine for her generous, giving spirit and for helping keep many people warm this winter.

Citrus Kale Salad

Makes 8-10 Servings
3 large oranges
2 Ruby red grapefruit
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
¼ cup virgin olive oil
1 - 5oz package baby kale
½ cup thinly sliced red onion
1 - 3oz package of goat cheese or feta crumble

Peal oranges and grapefruit. Cut each orange into ¼ inch rounds.  Segment the grapefruit. Whisk together orange juice, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, kosher salt and honey.
Add oil in slow steady stream, whisking constantly until smooth.
Toss together kale, onion and ½ cup of dressing in a large bowl. 
Add salt and pepper to taste. 
Top salad with citrus and sprinkle with cheese. 
Serve with remaining dressing if desired. 

 


Weekends of Pumpkin Fun at Trinity United Methodist Church


3100 pumpkins (unloaded with the help of 12 ODB volunteers) speckled the grounds of Trinity United Methodist Church.


Two weekends of events served up fun and fundraising events


October 11 was absolutely PERFECT for the 3rd Annual Pantry Dash 5K Run / 1 Mile Walk! The rain had stopped (even for setup), the temperature was just right for running, and everyone had a great time! Runners and walkers from 7 of the 9 beneficiaries came to participate. Our Daily Bread set up a display booth to encourage volunteers and inform people Our Daily Bread's mission.

The Pantry Bash on Saturday, October 18 was accompanied by food trucks: The Waffle Wagon, The Lean Machine, The Pickled Carrot, and La Blue Casa; bounce houses; face painting; live music from Buck Creek Band and Spencer Cox; an autumn plant sale; and even a Corvette car show!



Area businesses were also drop-off locations for donations.

The community responded with abundant generosity
exceeding the goal of 50,000 pounds of food. ($1.00 = 5 pounds)

Trinity UMC hosts the events to raise awareness and money
for area food pantries and feeding programs.
 

Make a note to head to this fun, family event next October, 2015!   

 

Sponsors:
Classic of Denton
Denton Morning Rotary
H&M (Henkels & McCoy)
North Dallas Drywall
Saumier Law Firm, P.C.
Trifecta

Donation Drop Off Locations:
Benessere Active, Denton
Classic of Denton, I-35, Denton           
Good Samaritan Society Lake Forrest Village, Denton     
Hutcherson Insurance, Denton           
Noble Classic Homes, Argyle
Remax-Team Nelson, Highland Village       
Sugar Queen Cupcakes, Lake Dallas & Denton
Trinity United Methodist Church, Denton  

 

                                                              Beneficiaries:

Asbury Relief Ministry (Asbury UMC)   
Denton Community Food Center       
First Refuge (First Baptist Church)
Krum's Special Touch (New Life First Baptist Church - Krum)
Lake Cities Food Pantry (Lake Cities UMC)
Our Daily Bread       
Shepherd's Hand
Singing Oaks Church of Christ       
Vision Ministries 

 

 


The Ranch Radio 95.9 Comes to ODB!

 

 

You know the old phrase, "Meanwhile, back at the ranch", right?

Well, The Ranch radio station at 95.9 FM (The Sound of Texas) will be broadcasting information about Our Daily Bread from November 10 through November 15. Listen in that week.
They will broadcast from the back of the church, just outside our kitchen on Saturday, November 15 from 10am-12pm. Meanwhile, ODB will prepare homeless snack packs.

Look for a tent where they will have give-aways and drawings during these 2 hours. Be prepared to be interviewed, staff and volunteers.
You will see The Ranch Radio van parked in the grassy area on the Oak Street side.
Drop by to visit or drop by and stay awhile. 
You could win a prize or be on the radio and become famous! 

 

Looking for New Ways to Volunteer for ODB?

  

  • Interested in representing ODB at events or meetings?
  • Like writing short (yep, short) articles?
  • Have a love for the work of ODB?
All the skills above offer opportunities to serve the mission of Our Daily Bread.
If interested, email odbcommunication@gmail.com.
Mark Your Calendar.
Upcoming Events:  Come Join Us! Volunteer to Represent Us!

 

 

Nov. 7-9: Alternative Gifts Fair Fundraiser,sponsored by First United Methodist Church. 201 South Locust. Christmas shopping that supports local and global missions. More information, click here.

 

Nov. 15, 10am-12pm: Ranch Radio broadcasts from ODB.

 

December 8-12: Client Christmas Celebration 

 

March 28, 2015:  A Heart for the Hungry. March 28, 2015. Dinner. Dance. Auction-Fundraiser.  UNT Gateway Center.

 
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300 West Oak Street, Suite 100
Denton, Texas 76201
(Located in St. Andrew Presbyterian Church)
 


Executive Director, Millie Bell, (940) 566-1308