feeding the hungry
Each year since 1946, Mennonite Central Committee has sent out a mobile meat cannery, which MCC workers and volunteers use to preserve hundreds of thousands of cans of meat for communities in need across the globe. Managed by a four person canning crew who provides oversight to the canning operation and works alongside local canning committees and volunteers, MCC's Mobile Cannery produces some 1 million pounds of canned beef, chicken, and pork annually.
Faith Church is proud to team with MCC as together we feed people who are hungry, including many recovering from natural disasters.
Stay tuned for next year's meat canning trip!
Who: You! and some friends
When: We'll let you know when next year's trip is planned!
Where: meeting at Faith Church parking lot and traveling to Chief Logan Fire Company (formally East Derry Fire Company), 1800 Glenwood Avenue, Lewistown, PA 17044. Click here for driving directions from Bellefonte.
What: Chopping meat and processing meat for canning. We'll be working in a firehouse and it can be a little cold (for food safety). Wear warm layers and bring a pair of light gloves; latex gloves and a light coat will be provided to put over your clothes.
How: You'll be working in a large room standing at tables. Normally, 30-40 people will be cutting up meat at all times; sharp knives will be provided for you to use. You can take a break anytime you feel it's necessary.
Why: To feed the hungry, to love God and to be like Jesus.
Need additional details? Contact Roger Schwartz at roger.schwartz@bellefontefaith.com or the church office at 814.355.3358.
can't go to meat canning? give a financial donation
All meat for canning is purchased with donated funds. If you'd like to send a financial contribution to help the work of the MCC meat canning, click here.
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Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), a worldwide ministry of Anabaptist churches, shares God’s love and compassion for all in the name of Christ by responding to basic human needs and working for peace and justice. MCC envisions communities worldwide in right relationship with God, one another and creation. To learn more about Mennonite Central Committee, click here.