Sometimes we are the ones causing harm to others. However, other times, harm is caused by outside factors. A neighbor may lose their job and no longer be able to pay for food for their family. A storm may tear through a local town causing physical destruction to anything standing in its path. In situations such as these, although the majority of harm that has been done has been caused by outside factors, we can further perpetuate the harm by expecting others to help but not taking action ourselves. By intentionally turning a blind eye to others in need, we unintentionally harm ourselves. We allow ourselves to be consumed with troublesome earthly things– hoarding our personal possessions rather than helping those in need. Morningstar United Methodist Church has several opportunities to minister to others who may have been harmed by outside factors. Whether it’s picking up an extra can of vegetables at the grocery store for a food pantry or cleaning out your garage to see what items you may have for the emergency response trailer, take time this month (and every month!) to remember those who have been harmed by themselves, by others, or by outside factors and take action.
Ministry and More Food Drive
Ministry and More is a food pantry on the west side of Bloomington that serves 275 people in need each month. Their stated goal is "to share the love of Jesus to those in need, providing the means of nourishment for the body and hope for the soul." But they can't do it alone.
Park Food Pantry Clean out your pantry or grab an extra item at the store from the list provided to donate. Items will be collected between January 26 and February 10. ur partner in ministry, Park Food PanPlease help Morningstar to help our neighbors and try, has several immediate needs. Bringshare the love of Jesus with those in need. ing in just one item makes a difference.
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Toilet Paper Tissues Paper Towels Dish soap Children's Toothbrushes Toothpaste Cereal Hamburger Helper
Macaroni and Cheese Mayonnaise Crackers Cookies Peanut Butter Jelly Canned Fruit Canned Vegetables 6
Presently their immediate needs are: Canned Fruit Boxed Cereal Canned Meat Items for Park Food Pantry are collected throughout the month and donated on the third Saturday of every month.