Welcome to the second issue of Eternal Bread Ministry’s newsletter! We are so excited that you have partnered with us to help serve some of the hurting in this cruel and harsh world whether it be physically serving the meals, distributing blessing bags, donating items/money or being a fierce prayer warrior. You are extremely valuable to our family and without God and his children we know none of this would be possible.
We officially launched September 20th with a luncheon event hosted by Christ Church. I think we had three times the folks that were expected from several different churches and walks of life. It was truly encouraging to see the enthusiasm and support as we turn this ministry over to His guidance. Huge thanks to all those who stepped up to help and especially to Christ Church who has supported this ministry for so many years. Christ Church is a Bible believing and teaching church with two locations that focuses on missions and serving. You can find more information at http://www.christchurchmemphis.com
Support is needed for continued growth. Our largest need at the time is warehouse or storage space and an area to work out of organizing supplies, doing administrative work, possibly even cooking. We recently received a large donation of non-perishable food items from Life Church to partner with their “Red Bag Giveaway”. It’s enough food to feed over 200 kids and their families for an entire day. That’s a lot of boxes! Go to http://www.thelifechurch.com to learn more about their missions and locations.
Please pray, think about your connections, and consider a monthly commitment. We also have a vision for transportation in the future whether it be in the form of a food truck or bus that can be transformed.
Our vision for this ministry is to reach the needy and hurting through a hot meal and some material items, but mainly through faithful weekly connections. Our Father has helped us create that at Jackson Ave. but there are so many other places to go in Memphis and beyond. It’s the connections that matter. Everyone matters and can make a difference. That was His message. We desire to carry that to all.
As we move forward through the rest of 2020 and into 2021 our goal is to launch a second site in January. We need volunteers. Now is the time to come out Sundays to experience what happens so a second team can be developed for the launch.
If you are a part of church leadership we would love to connect with you and members of your congregation that are interested.
Please pray and do no more or no less than you are led to do.
In His name.
Darryl Smith
Proverbs 11:24-26 The Message
24 The world of the generous gets larger and larger;
the world of the stingy gets smaller and smaller.
25 The one who blesses others is abundantly blessed;
those who help others are helped.
