Community Food Pantry Update

by Community Food Pantry Leadership

As the lockdowns seem to be coming to an end, we have been asked, “What's going on with the Pantry?" 

Here's what we know. 

Evergreen's Local Outreach is in a leadership transition:  Pastor Hugo is transitioning to lead Local Outreach, and Pastor Victor is currently leading Family Ministries.  As such, the Community Food Pantry is on hold as the vision and direction of Local Outreach is being crafted. 

Initial direction for Local Outreach will focus on building personal relationships with our neighbors. Some of you may be aware that Evergreen has reached out to a neighboring mobile home park with Christmas and Easter gifts.  Evergreen also continues to support Don Julian Elementary School. Pastor Hugo has also started a weekly Spanish-speaking Bible Study group. 

At this time, the Pantry is not scheduled to re-open at any time in the near future. We know that many of you are disappointed with this news. Please know, however, that Pastor Hugo has been reaching out to members of the community, including those who have received from the Food Pantry.  He has also delivered food packages and various goods as needed on behalf of the church. Also, anybody who calls the church regarding the Pantry is now directed to Pastor Hugo, who will follow up and act on behalf of the church in providing for any appropriate need.

God has used the Pantry ministry to bless many hundreds of families. Please be blessed in knowing that your many volunteer hours were used to show God's love to others. God is in control and has a plan for this ministry. 

We pray for Pastor Hugo as he works to create God's vision for Local Outreach. We also pray that Pastor Hugo has clear direction from God specifically regarding the Pantry ministry. 

Please join us in praying for God's direction regarding the Pantry ministry.