As one of the Servers of "Feed My Sheep" a Local Community of Volunteers who help those in need, one of my Roles is to help people find potential Resources.  A Community Group I refer others to is 'Angel Food Ministry', a Nationwide Group which hopes to help save on the cost of Groceries.  This Service is Available to Anyone ... and you can Order with others in mind.  Check around to see if your Local Community has a Branch and if not ... perhaps you could bring Angel Food Ministry to the attention of Local Volunteer Groups, as they may be delighted to become a Host Site.  If Angel Food Ministry is not in your area, 'Great Food For All'  a similar Ministry may have a Host Site nearby. UPDATE: A Reader suggested this Link: www.FoodShareAmerica.com  


Have you seen this editorial in the New York Times? Hunger in America is growing. 37 million people, about one in eight Americans, knocked on a door of a hunger relief organization ? that?s 46 % higher than three years ago. In an article in Thursday?s Times, it talks of the stigma of SNAP (Food Stamps) being lifted, and people who once would not seek them, now rely heavily on the resource.

Why is this important? America needs help. we need an answer for the vexing problems facing our own ? and government has yet to offer to the solutions. Yet, for 15 years, Angel Food Ministries has found a way to help people buy wholesome food for far less than they?d pay elsewhere, and it has also pumped needed funds ? some $26 million ? back into local home-grown organizations in over 6000 communities across 44 states.

It feeds people for less; gives money back and never seeks donations itself ? that is the model of a hunger relief organization on the cutting edge, ready to take on the challenges to meet the demands for those 37 million Americans seeking help.

Take a look at Angel Food Ministries; review our February menu; order for yourself or order for someone you know today.

Signature Box Balanced nutrition and variety with enough food to assist in feeding a family of four for a week. 1.5 lb. Top Sirloin Steaks (4 x 6 oz.) 1.5 lb. Boneless Pork Roast 2 lb. IQF Boneless/Skinless Chicken Breast 2 lb. Lasagna with Meat Sauce 1.5 lb. Fully Cooked Boneless Chicken Drumsticks (Brand New Item! Exclusive to AFM) 1 lb. Lean Ground Beef 1 lb. Frozen Baby Limas 1 lb. Frozen Green Beans 1 lb. Broccoli Florets 1 lb. Rice 1 lb. Pasta 28 oz. Pasta Sauce 1 lb. Fresh Carrots 4 ct. Large Baking Potatoes 32 oz. 2% Shelf Stable Milk Dozen Eggs Dessert 5 LB. ALLERGEN-FREE FOOD BOX Processed to eliminate the eight top serious allergens: Peanuts, Soybeans, Milk, Eggs, Fish, Crustacea, Tree Nuts and Gluten (wheat, rye and barley). Great for children and adults! 1 lb. Breaded Chicken Fillet Patties 1 lb. Breaded Chicken Tenders 1 lb. Breaded Chicken Nuggets 1 lb. Breaded Steak Fingers 1 lb. Breaded Chicken Wings Battered/Breaded with water, white rice, brown rice, modified tapioca starch, flax seed, sugar, salt, spices, dehydrated garlic, spice extractives and oleoresin paprika. Breading is pre-browned in Canola oil.

SENIOR & CONVENIENCE MEALS For Seniors or People on the Go! Ten perfectly seasoned, nutritionally balanced, fully cooked meals?just heat and serve. Each meal has been developed with the dietary needs of senior citizens in mind, and contains 3 oz. of protein, a starch & two vegetables or fruit. Chicken Parmesan with Brussels sprouts & zucchini Charbroiled Beef Patty with mashed potatoes, carrots & corn blend Macaroni & Beef with noodles, carrots & zucchini blend Lemon Pepper Fish with rice, peas & zucchini blend Mesquite Chicken with rice, carrots & green beans Spaghetti & Meatballs with corn, peas & carrots Boneless Pork Patty with roasted sweet potatoes, sugar snap peas & broccoli/cauliflower Cheese Manicotti with green beans, peas & carrots Chicken & Rice with Mushroom Sauce, green beans, corn blend Macaroni & Cheese with broccoli & lima beans Desserts: Assorted Cookies, Mixed Fruit Cup, Fig Bar, Strawberry Applesauce, Grape Juice, Apple Juice 6 LB. PREMIUM SEAFOOD VARIETY BOX Six pounds of the finest quality seafood assortment available. 2 lbs. Alaskan Snow Crab Legs 1 lb. Large EZ Peel Shrimp 2 lbs. Oven Ready Popcorn Shrimp 1 lb. Stuffed Crab in Natural Shell (8 ct.)

FEBRUARY SPECIAL #1    $23.00 6.5 lb. Assorted Meat Grill Box 1.5 lb. T-Bone Steaks (2 x 12 oz.) 2 lb. Boneless Pork Chops (4 x 8 oz.) 1.5 lb. Lean Hamburger Patties (4 x 6 oz.) 1.5 lb. Mild Italian Sausage Links with Cheese FEBRUARY SPECIAL #2    $22.00 5 lb. Assorted Meat & Chicken Combo 1.5 lb. Kansas City Strips (2 x 12 oz.) 1.5 lb. Prime Rib Steak (2 x 12 oz.) 2 lb. Gourmet Flavored Boneless Chicken Breast Mesquite (4 x 4 oz.) & Lemon Herb (4 x 4 oz.) FEBRUARY SPECIAL #3    $18.00 Stuffed Chicken Variety Pack $18.00 1.5 lb. Chicken Cordon Bleu (4 x 6 oz.) 1.5 lb. Broccoli & Cheese (4 x 6 oz.) 1.5 lb. Chicken Kiev (4 x 6 oz.)

FEBRUARY SPECIAL #4    $21.00 Super Value Fajita Kit (5+ lbs.) 2 lb. Steak Fajita Strip Packs (2 x 1 lb.) 2 lb. Chicken Breast Fajita Strip Packs (2 x 1 lb.) 1 lb. Onions & Bell Peppers 20 ct. 8? Flour Tortillas FEBRUARY SPECIAL #5    $22.00 Premium Fresh Fruit and Veggie Box 3 lbs. Tree-Ripened Oranges 2 lbs. Premium Red Delicious Apples 1 lb. New Crop Chilean Plums 4 Washington State Anjou Pears 4 Washington State Fuji Apples 4 Tree Ripened Tangerines 2 Tree Ripened Red Grapefruit 6 pack 1 oz. Boxes Premium Sun Dried Raisins 3 lbs. Premium Red A-Size Potatoes 2 lbs. Premium Yellow Onions 1 head Premium Leafy Green Cabbage

3 lbs. Tree-Ripened Oranges 2 lbs. Premium Red Delicious Apples 1 lb. New Crop Chilean Plums 4 Washington State Anjou Pears 4 Washington State Fuji Apples 4 Tree Ripened Tangerines 2 Tree Ripened Red Grapefruit 6 pack 1 oz. Boxes Premium Sun Dried Raisins 3 lbs. Premium Red A-Size Potatoes 2 lbs. Premium Yellow Onions 1 head Premium Leafy Green Cabbage 1 lb. Premium Whole-Peeled Baby Carrots 1 lb. Dried Pinto Beans

FOOD STAMPS ACCEPTED   AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE 

Dial 211 if you need help ... they recommend you call them with your list and if it's in their data base, they will refer you to one of their Resources.  www.211.org has a Data Base filled with Resources for those in need Nation Wide and Canada. Some of the Resources Registered are Government based the rest are Privately Run, Non Profit or Volunteer Groups and Clubs ... there are thousands.

Two examples of how they helped the day I discovered them and referred them via Feed My Sheep a local Volunteer Group I serve with are: Family #1 was in need of Gas money. Family #2 was a 65 year old Single Mom in need of Financial Aid so she could keep her Electric on. Family#1 a Truck Driver lost their job. Family #2 a long time Self Employed Pet Groomer was loosing Clients due to cut backs. Both are seeking employment. Family #1 just lost their home. Family #2 is in danger of loosing hers.  UPDATE: Family #1 was also about to get a grant so she could continue her education and they are helping her to get her vehicle back on the road. They also put her in their data base for employment opportunities.

211 knows of Agencies who help with Vehicles for those in need of getting to work. They also help with Repairs of all kinds as well as......... well I won't list that here. If your in need... remember, they suggest you make a list and call them to see if they can help .... it's what they are there for.

They'd appreciate it if you'd tell others.... so if your so inclined, due share this Blog Link... remember they are Nation Wide and in Canada.  Just dial 211 and you will automatically be connected to the nearest 211 in your local area.

Heavenly Father You say because you love us unconditionally You rain on the just and the unjust ... thank You for meeting our needs through those You've prepared in advance ... Bless You for empowering those Called to such, to 'Feed Your Sheep' ... be it Spirit, Soul or Bodily.