Food, glorious food!

Today we continued our exploration of the issue of food sustainability. Alex's group, including Tyler, Dominic, and Avery went back to a community garden, while Brandi's and Pastor Emily's groups (including the rest of our youth from St. Mark's) went to Philabundance, Philadelphia's food bank.

The garden group worked on some composting and weeding. The food bank group worked on a conveyer belt, sorting and packaging food for distribution across the city. Philabundance feeds enough people per day to fill the Philadelphia Phillies stadium!

Here's what our group has to say about the week so far:

"I have learned what the term 'food insecurity' means."

"I have seen God in the volunteers who work so hard to feed people."

"This mission trip is different because it's about serving a larger community rather than individuals."

"We've gotten to see a progression of food in the city--from the farmers who grow it, to food distribution centers, to the people who receive it."

"We're having fun!"

Oh--and in case you were wondering if we were eating TOO much healthy food, have no fear! We stopped by Pat's King of Steaks this afternoon for cheesesteaks  and fries--our greasy food fix.

We have one more day of service before heading back to Charlotte.

We will see you in a couple of days!