On behalf of New Journey Lutheran Church, we wish to thank the many financial supporters and the hundreds of volunteers who made Thursday’s food pack event a noisy, rousing success. After a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19, we are grateful to the many people who helped make this event possible in 2023.

From youngsters packing and running the meals, to the boxing experts, to those powering through the seemingly endless scooping, weighing and sealing with commitment and a smile, this year’s food pack showcased the community coming together to ease hunger.

To those who missed the 2023 event, stay tuned. The date for the 2024 food pack will be announced soon. If you wish to become involved in the planning of this wonderful event, contact me. We have plenty of room for your gifts and passions.

Finally, to last week’s fun-seeking, hard-working volunteers, great job! Together, we have made steps toward alleviating hunger in our community and around the world. Your contribution helped us pack 72,000 meals for our hungry neighbors. Thank you!