“LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS YOURSELF”:

CANNED/NON-PERISHABLE FOOD DRIVE

FOR SO. PORTLAND FOOD PANTRY

            This month, we can share God’s love with our neighbors by collecting canned/non-perishable food items to the So. Portland Food Pantry, located at St. John the Evangelist Church on Main St. The Food Pantry serves people with a family income below 150% of the poverty level, including nearly 1,700 children and 300 seniors. In these hard times, need has increased but donations have not. The Food Pantry is not-for-profit, pays no rent or utilities to St. John’s, and its staff are volunteers; all donations go to our neighbors in need.

            When Jesus was asked what was most important in life, he said, “Love the Lord your God, and love your neighbor as yourself.” “Food insecurity” affects the health and well-being of our neighbors and our community. Each donation, however small, will help someone physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Please bring canned/non-perishable food items to worship on Sunday, place them on the communion rail, and watch God’s love and provision multiply during November! A list of Shopping Suggestions is attached.

            Any questions, or if you need assistance getting your donation to church, contact Ellen Dunn at 767-8049 or yadoo@aol.com . Thank you!