Food Pantry Updates for 12.9 and 12.16

(12.9) This week we were able to help 36 families. I really appreciate Lisa James who came to help us pass out food, and Troy greatly appreciates Shauna Powell's help on Monday afternoon packing bags. We had a really peaceful morning due to these ladies' help. Lisa and I were able to spend some time with Jennifer and her daughter, Tiara. Jennifer has Crone's disease and was recently laid off. She is the single mother of 4 children. She was a lovely woman with a beautiful little girl. I cherish the time we were able to show both of them Christ's love and compassion.

(12.16) Good Morning Friends (You know, I miss typed that at first, and it said God morning - I hope it has been a morning filled with God for you)!
I am overjoyed to tell you that I saw 3 of our food pantry regulars at church on Sunday (to be honest I am surprised I was able to save telling you until today...I was so excited). God is using this ministry. This morning we were able to serve 35 people. We were a little worried things would be hectic this morning because we have new paperwork for people to fill out, but God's peace has covered us on Tuesday mornings. I had the great privilege of taking Annette aside and praying with her because her husband was at job interview while she was here. We held hands and lifted him and their family up in prayer. It was such a blessing to me. I can't wait to hear how it went next week! On the note of jobs, we think it would be beneficial to offer help on resumes and things of that nature to the people that come on Tuesdays. If that is a particular strength of yours and you would be willing to help with that, please let us know.