Mashed potatoes. Stuffing. Cranberry sauce. Pumpkin pie. Something’s missing. The centerpiece of Thanksgiving. The turkey. We’ve been collecting frozen turkeys all month, but we still don’t have enough to feed … Continue reading
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What Numbers Tell Us
Numbers and statistics are important. They are important because they give us an aerial view of the needs in our community. When we take a look at the numbers, they … Continue reading
Don’t Miss the Point of Thanksgiving
When most people think of Thanksgiving, they think of the food. And rightfully so. It’s a holiday built on culinary delights like golden-roasted turkey, fluffy stuffing, creamy potatoes, tangy cranberry … Continue reading
Volunteer Spotlight: Becky
Becky hadn’t thought about volunteering at Everett Gospel Mission until a little girl at her church collected over 50 beanie babies that she wanted to donate to the homeless boys … Continue reading
Taste and See
I say it a lot, but it’s worth repeating: Meals matter. Without food, none of us would survive. It’s that simple, but there’s also more to it. God created us … Continue reading
The Blessing of Giving
Fall is here, which means that the holidays will be here before you know it. This season could either be a blessing or one of the biggest challenges we’ve faced. … Continue reading
12th Annual Community Breakfast
People all across the United States have been known to say four little words to stand up against a variety of causes. Usually they’re opposing new developments, outraged at a … Continue reading
Why FEEDING HOPE Matters
I recently read Job 17:15, “Where then is my hope- who can see any hope for me?” This verse leaped off the page at me. It reminds me of so … Continue reading
Those who’ve found HOPE are Feeding Others…
I love seeing the ripple effect of changed lives. When someone experiences hope, freedom and healing, they can’t keep it to themselves. They become some of the most generous people … Continue reading
What Death Can Teach Us
In our fundraising publications we always change the name of our living residents, to protect their privacy. You may remember just reading about a man, whom we named Rick*. Our … Continue reading