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February 05, 2006
Food Bank Update Feb.4, 2006
Where do I begin?
I set out with what I thought was a well managed idea of gathering 100 mixed cases of food for many hungry families in New Milford who would otherwise go without as of the week of February 13. I also thought the plan was over estimated with 100 cases as it seemed too lofty a goal.
Todays count:
288 packed cases with an additional 42 checks in the total amount of $2,000.00
Average check received has been $50.00
Chris Bader and Eric Riddle prepare to pack. Boss Man keeps packing 288 cases in garage and loving it.
We have one week left in this drive and many churches, corporations, schools, youth groups, and scout troops who have boxes and bags of groceries still have to be delivered to my garage.
Is this amazing or what????
After being 3 days into my program, it became apparent that God stepped in with HIS plan, and he asked me to step aside and pack, pack, and pack those cases which I have been doing ever since.
If you are reading this note today and you have had doubts that there is a GOD, read my lips. "There is a God" and he is always present. If you can not read my lips, then re-read this e mail from the top and learn for yourself, I did not do this alone.
Thanks to you all who have already provided this food. It is a bit overwhelming. If you are still planning to participate, please do so before Sunday Feb 12 so I can have time to pack it for the rented truck we will have for the Monday Feb 13 delivery to the Food Bank in New Milford.
So you see, you are a highly motivated group of volunteers, and I am thrilled you are among the supporters of this very worthy cause. The Lord tells us to "Feed the Hungry" and you are.
"This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad".
Next up-date Sunday Feb 12.
Thank You.
PS: You may drop off any food items at my garage doors where there is a covered table. Any financial support should be sent to my home address made payable to HDHM Ministry which will generate a tax deductible receipt you will receive from our bookkeeper in March.
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Pete Brady Boss Man
Posted by hdhm at February 5, 2006 07:13 AM