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Learn how you can serve Christ and your community below:

 "If a brother or sister is naked and destitute of daily food, and one of you says to them, “Depart in peace, be warmed and filled,” but you do not give them the things which are needed for the body, what does it profit?" -James 2:15-16

3 methods to feeding the hungry that anybody can do individually or as a group: bag, box, table

Bag

For the bag method, you would simply buy bags, whether they be paper, plastic, or backpacks, and fill them with food. You can hand these out of your car window at a red light or approach somebody on foot. This is also a good opportunity to pray for them and offer further help. I recommend bringing a friend along, but this can be done alone.​

You can go to the local grocery store or purchase the goods online.

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If you are on a budget, you can go to Dollar Tree and find almost everything you need for $1.25, including bibles.

Check expiration dates and quality, and be careful not to leave bags in car, because it may damage some items. You may also include a list of local resources, such as food banks and housing programs. Be sure to include a bible. Gospel tracts and church info may also be included- handwritten works just as well as a card!

"But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God." -Matthew 4:4

 

Here is a checklist you can use:

Bible

Gospel tract

Church card

Resource list

Silverware (fork, spoon, napkin)

Water bottle

Can

Can opener

Ramen

Cup (e.g. apple sauce, fruit cup)

Snack

Granola bar

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Box

Buy or build a wooden box like the ones at parks (take a book, leave a book) and stake it somewhere in your city. Please comply with local laws. Gospel tracts and follow up info may be included inside of the box as well.

For more info, visit Little Free Pantry and Liberty Disaster Relief.​​​

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https://www.littlefreepantry.org/do-i-need-a-permit

Liberty Disaster Relief

https://youtu.be/CVIQjGZFz8c?si=Bl6SDwmAUB3b5mPi

https://youtu.be/RJzoHOs7obc?si=pASU9FqztaNWk5W7

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Table

Set up table (a plastic foldable table would be a good choice) and hand out hot food, like pizza & drinks with Gospel tracts and bibles. This is a great way to evangelize, but may present some dangers. I recommend doing this as a group

Below are links for ordering online, but feel free to purchase them anywhere you'd like!

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Tracts:

https://mwtb.org/pages/tracts?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA4fi7BhC5ARIsAEV1YiZCBgM2fEamaqdYWhWI8H7dyARDCIn-OYkw8e2uxsDxxm9BT5ofDtMaApazEALw_wcB

https://www.tractplanet.com/In-Stock-Gospel-Tracts_c_1.html

https://store.fellowshiptractleague.org/mobile/english-tracts-c118.aspx

https://livingwaters.com/store/

https://www.gottracts.com/collections/business-card-tracts?srsltid=AfmBOoqWcQz46uboMtsrrTfsrFuf7lxkDIHcxopWICBFjGRM5ocoLQNR

https://tracts.needgod.net/index.php

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Bags:

Amazon.com | Vorspack 100 Pcs Drawstring Bags Bulk - Lightweight Drawstring Backpack, Cinch Bag for Party Sport Gym Trip Gift - 20 Colors | Drawstring Bags

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Bibles:​

Bibles- NIV, KJV, ESV, NKJV - Christianbook.com

Bibles In Bulk - Case Bibles and Free Shipping

Bibles by the Case | Bibles in Bulk - ChurchSource

Bulk Bibles | Bibles in Bulk | Case Bibles at Up to 55% Off | Concordia Supply

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Canned food:

Amazon.com : Progresso Beef Pot Roast with Country Vegetables Soup, Rich and Hearty Canned Soup, Gluten Free, 18.5 oz (Pack of 12) : Packaged Beef Soups : Everything Else

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Granola bars:

Amazon.com : Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars Bulk Variety Pack, Oats 'n Honey, Peanut Butter & Oats 'n Dark Chocolate, 30 Two-Bar Wrapped Pouches (60 Bars Total), Whole Grain, No Artificial Flavors, 44.7 OZ : Everything Else

Amazon.com : Quaker Chewy Granola Bars, Chewy & Dipps Variety Pack, (58 Bars), Whole Grains, No Artificial Flavors, No Added Colors : Everything Else

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Snacks-

Amazon.com: Lay's Potato Chips, 4 Flavor Variety Pack, 1 oz Single Serve Bags, (40 Pack)

Amazon.com: Chex Sweet & Salty Snack Variety Pack, Individually Wrapped Snack Bags, Party and Lunch Packs, Muddy Buddies Peanut Butter and Chocolate, Chex Mix Traditional, Cheddar, Honey Nut, 35 oz/20 Bags

Amazon.com : Classic Mix Snack Variety Pack, Bugles Original and Nacho Cheese, Gardetto's Original Recipe, Chex Mix Traditional and Cheddar, 20 Ct, 28 oz : Everything Else

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Ramen:

Amazon.com : Maruchan Ramen Chicken, Instant Ramen Noodles, Ready to Eat Meals, 3 Oz, 24 Count : Grocery & Gourmet Food

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Plastic folding table:

Amazon.com : Sweetcrispy 4ft Plastic Folding Table Outdoor Indoor Heavy Duty Portable Desk with Carrying Handle for Camping Picnic Party : Patio, Lawn & Garden

And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth.  Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Amen.

-Matthew 28:18-20

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