Fill Up the Truck Fridays

Ohio was hit hard by the economic downturn and despite a rebounding economy we are continuing to still see the effects.
The use of food pantries has risen steeply in Central Ohio. Holy Family alone is seeing almost double their usual numbers.
As Christians we must respond to the need of the hungry; we are our brothers’ keepers.

Form a diverse team which is competitive and driven to succeed.
Promote, advertise through posters, announcements, contacts at work sites, parishes, etc.
Scour the neighborhoods and your friends and relatives for food items.

All team members must complete an application which is available outside the theology office. You can turn it into Mrs. Bowman.
Your application does not mean you will be automatically chosen. We are looking for diversity- of parishes, grade schools, sports teams, clubs, neighborhoods, etc.

“I learned how much effort and energy it takes to really get someone to believe in a group cause.”
“I learned how to rally my community to accomplish a common goal.”
“Everything takes teamwork. You need the effort and support of an entire team to succeed.”
“I learned how to approach people I didn’t know. I learned how to manage my time and work hard in a competitive situation.”
“By doing this I gained the organizational skills and confidence to do this again- in college, in a sorority, in my parish, etc.”
I found out that time management is important in trying to promote something and that reaching your goals is easy if you put in the time and effort.”
“Poverty is something that is close to us, not distant.”
“I learned that the need is great in Columbus and that the work you do is worth it. Helping the less fortunate is so gratifying.”
“I learned how to get people together (organize them) for a good cause.”
“I learned hunger is a serious issue in our society and it is up to the more fortunate to change this problem.”