Feed the Hungry is a program at Christ Church that collects money each week for local and international non-profit agencies that work to end hunger, poverty, and to care for the earth.  An agency is highlighted each month and the money collected on each of those Sundays from "Feed the Hungry" envelopes is sent directly to the agency.  Information about the featured agency can be found in the Parish Home Companion and on a kiosk in the Parish Hall.  Agencies that receive the money are selected each year following guidelines set by the Public Ministries Committee.

This Month’s Feed the Hungry Offering Will Be Going To...

St. Francis House Food Pantry

The November Feed the Hungry will benefit the Saint Francis House Food Pantry. The Food Pantry is a non-profit, community-supported organization committed to feeding the hungry of Roanoke. St. Francis’ mission is to provide food, supplies and services to those in need, and to promote their health, security, happiness and usefulness. Located at 824 Campbell Avenue in Roanoke, the Food Pantry serves an average of 500 or 600 families (1400 people) each week. The need is growing; in September, the Pantry served a record number of 895 families. Families may apply or be referred from other agencies. A family can receive 3-5 days worth of food, once per month. The Pantry is set up so that clients are assisted in choosing from a variety of items that provide a balanced diet. Food and household supplies are donated by individuals, churches and organizations; monetary donations are used to purchase food from the local Second Harvest Food Bank. Volunteers are also needed at the Pantry to assist clients with their shopping. Your contribution this month will help this essential service continue. Thank you!

  Contact:   Paul Heymann  985-0411