Due to budgetary concerns, food distributions of the Oxon Hill UMC Bread Ministry will be suspended for August. Our wonderful and committed volunteers will continue to gather and organize incoming food donations during this time. Food and monetary donations can be brought to the church on Sundays, Mondays and Tuesdays between 9 a.m. and 1 … [Read more…]
From boxes to bags of healthy, sustainable food options, our #BreadMinistry remains committed to assisting our brothers and sisters in the community who are managing the impacts of food insecurity. In doing so, we support and promote occupational justice which emphasizes fairness, respect and equitable opportunities for all. Occupations aren’t reserved for just paid work … [Read more…]
Simply put, our #BreadMinistry operations and organizational structure prioritize faith-based service, establishing and maintaining community partnerships and sharing God’s love. Our small but mighty #breadministryteam works diligently each week unloading trucks, unpacking boxes and sorting produce to fill upwards of 250 bags with healthy, sustainable food options for distribution. Looking for volunteer opportunities? Reach out … [Read more…]
As you may recall, on our #MissionSunday in April, #BreadMinistry chairperson Valorie Harrison gave an update that included the procurement of a new commercial refrigerator and freezer for storing perishables. She also indicated that the number of community members served during Tuesday distributions has grown to upwards of 250. If you know of a family, … [Read more…]
Sunday, April 30, was the #FourthSundayOfEaster but also the fifth Sunday of the month. On fifth Sundays, in addition to praising The Lord, we mark #MissionSunday, where we highlight the mission work of several ministries. Among these are the installation of a memorial plaque honoring brother William ’Bill’ Dempsey, the founder of our #breadministry, which … [Read more…]
Preparations for our #breadministry operations are by no means glamorous. While the work is soul-refreshing and faith-affirming, it requires strength, patience, organization and a commitment to service. As such, burdens of food insecurity continue to impact our community and are committed to continue providing hope and sharing God’s love via prepared bags of healthy, sustainable … [Read more…]