The
mission of "Loaves and Fishes, Too" is expressed in the
acronym FEED:
eed the hungryF
Enlighten the public
Empower guests and volunteers
Develop human potential for the sake of change and justice
"Loaves and Fishes" coordinates the work of 10,000 community volunteers for the purpose of providing free evening meals to poor and homeless people in the St.Paul/Minneapolis area. Meals are offered five nights a week at five congregate dining sites. Volunteers at these sites serve approximately 1,450 guests.
In addition to offering a substantial meal each weeknight at six dining centers in the Twin Cities, Loaves and Fishes Too creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Our aim is to treat everyone with respect and dignity. Anyone in need of food or hospitality is welcome here, no questions asked. Volunteer serving teams are recruited from area churches, synagogues, corporations, businesses, service clubs and community groups.
Our church is partnered with the site at Bethlehem Lutheran at 2200 Fremont Avenue North in Minneapolis. This site provides meals Monday through Friday and averages 200 guests per night. The Bethlehem site utilizes 42 serving teams. If you wish to be involved, contact Sharon Artmann.
This is the website of the First Presbyterian Church of Maple Plain, MN. Loaves and Fishes is one of the organizations our church supports financially.