Serving Others Updates
JOIN US IN SERVING OUR COMMUNITY: Meals of Hope at Emmanuel Park.
Our community's need is growing—and so is our impact! The Meals of Hope food pantry at Emmanuel Park is now serving record numbers of families each week, and we need your help to keep up the momentum.
Wednesdays | 12:30 – 4:00 PM at Emmanuel Park
We’re looking for 10–12 volunteers each week to help with:
Registration
Parking assistance
Food distribution
Volunteer Shifts Available:
Shift 1: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Shift 2: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Volunteers are asked to arrive at 12:00 PM
Students can earn service hours through Meals of Hope!
Ready to make a difference?
Click the link below to sign up and be part of this vital mission of compassion and service.
SUPPORT ST. MATTHEW’S HOUSE WITH CASSEROLES & PANTRY DONATIONS.
As spring unfolds, the need for food assistance continues to rise in our community.
If you're clearing out your cupboards of canned goods or dry food before heading north, please consider donating them to support the ongoing efforts of St. Matthew’s House. Your extra items can provide essential nourishment for families in need.
We’re also continuing our Casserole Ministry and need your help to meet our goal of 50 casseroles each month!
Here’s how you can help:
Pick up one (or more) of the provided casserole containers at church.
Prepare one of the easy recipes provided.
Deliver your fully cooked casserole back to the church for distribution.
Every casserole and every can counts. Thank you for your generosity and continued support!
ST MATTHEW’S HOUSE
HELP! Hygiene Items Urgently Needed!
Soap, deodorant, feminine products, hair care items, lotion, sunscreen, lip balm, toothpaste… for people experiencing homelessness or struggling to make ends meet, these items are often not a priority despite being labeled as “essentials” by most. So, whether you have travel sizes accumulating in your closet or purchase in bulk, consider donating these items to St. Matthew’s House. Some are packed into kits that are then distributed to our residents or people experiencing homelessness in our community; other items will be held at our pantry for people to pick-up alongside their groceries.
LuLu’s Kitchen Supports St. Matthew’s House: Food is a universal language, uniting people and fostering meaningful connections. This theme runs through Delicious By Design catering, a culinary enterprise that began its journey in 2005. Delicious By Design proudly contributes to the St. Matthew’s House mission through additional purpose-driven initiatives, including outreach meals and a culinary training program. From intimate family gatherings to grand-scale events, every moment orchestrated by Delicious By Design reflects our shared dedication to community and connection. Clean and casual, LuLu’s Kitchen has been a choice restaurant for Southwest Florida families since 2020. Whether you’re looking for a place to get a hearty breakfast or a light lunch, LuLu’s Kitchen offers meals everyone will love! The menu, crafted by the executive chef and his team, highlights fresh ingredients from Florida in creative ways. Stop in today and let LuLu’s Kitchen make your day or order online for easy drive-thru pickup. LuLu’s Kitchen proudly supports St. Matthew’s House earning revenue to offset the organization’s overhead costs.