It was reported in the Wall Street Journal today (February 3rd, 2010) that one in eight Americans has turned to local food banks to meet daily nutritional needs.
One in eight. That means almost 4900 of our fellow citizens here in Bozeman turn to the Gallatin Valley Food Bank to ward off hunger. Lord, have mercy!
What can we do about it?
During the month of February, Christ the King will attempt to reach the goal of collecting 300 cans of soup for the Gallatin County Food Bank.
This coming Friday I will receive my paycheck from Bozeman Deaconess Hospital. I will tithe ten percent of the earnings towards hunger issues. I plan to go to Costco over the weekend and pick up a couple of cases of soup and chili.
Our house has plenty of food. We frankly have an embarrassment of riches in our cupboards. According to the statistics I just quoted, as well as word on the street, there are hungry people in our community who need our help.
When you shop for groceries this month, pick up a can of soup. Pick up a case of soup! With enough members and friends participating, we can meet our goal of addressing hunger here in Montana.
When we reach our goal, I’ll let you know.
One in eight. That means almost 4900 of our fellow citizens here in Bozeman turn to the Gallatin Valley Food Bank to ward off hunger. Lord, have mercy!
What can we do about it?
During the month of February, Christ the King will attempt to reach the goal of collecting 300 cans of soup for the Gallatin County Food Bank.
This coming Friday I will receive my paycheck from Bozeman Deaconess Hospital. I will tithe ten percent of the earnings towards hunger issues. I plan to go to Costco over the weekend and pick up a couple of cases of soup and chili.
Our house has plenty of food. We frankly have an embarrassment of riches in our cupboards. According to the statistics I just quoted, as well as word on the street, there are hungry people in our community who need our help.
When you shop for groceries this month, pick up a can of soup. Pick up a case of soup! With enough members and friends participating, we can meet our goal of addressing hunger here in Montana.
When we reach our goal, I’ll let you know.
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