Saturday was a record-breaking day at Helping Hands at First English. We served 571 neighbors, breaking our last record from the Covid days by about 100. When someone who is in need comes to Helping Hands, we feed them. We do not turn them away. I was shocked this week when another feeding organization in … [Read more…]
In the weeks after Easter, we are told that Jesus appeared to the disciples and even some other people, like Mary Magdelene. At first they didn’t recognize him, but then in each story there comes an aha! moment in which the person sees Jesus. At Helping Hands at First English every Saturday we live that … [Read more…]
Ever wonder what it’s like to volunteer? Our volunteers are the heartbeat of this organization. From sorting donations to distributing meals, every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference. Take Jane, one of our long-time volunteers. Her mornings start with organizing clothes by size and season, then she helps prepare the food … [Read more…]
