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Apple Valley Food Pantry

Please consider helping a family in need by providing something from the list below. Monetary donations are also accepted. Checks should be made payable to Apple Valley Food Pantry and mailed to 129 S. Mason Street, Appleton, WI 54914.

Your generous donations in the form of non-perishable groceries and cash to theÂ WELS Apple Valley Food Pantry is very much appreciated! We would like to share major accomplishments in 2019Â with you:

We served 75 families every month
2,100 bags of non-perishable groceries and 800 bags of sundry items distributed. That isÂ nearly 40,000 pounds or 20 tons!
$27,000 in scrip provided to families to purchase fresh foods such as meat, dairy and produce

Our pantry hopes to continue its role in our mission of helping to supplement the grocery needs of our congregationÂ members and neighbors. And the need continues.

The Apple Valley Food Pantry will have their May food collection on Sunday, May 3, 2020.

Items needed for the month of May are: Cereal, plain rice (1 lb. bags and Minute Rice), jam, canned fruit, tomato and chicken noodle soups, chunky soups, beef stews, canned pastas, body washes (adults), paper toweling, hamburger helper, canned tomato products,cake/brownie mixes, all side dishes (potato, rice and pasta) and canned meats (SPAM, chicken, tuna).

Because we are having a difficult time purchasing in bulk, every donation above is greatly appreciated.

Food pantry items may be dropped off at your church or given directly to the food pantry at St. Matthew (129 S. Mason Street, Appleton)

Thank you for your continued support of our mission!

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Â The Hope CenterÂ

Volunteers Needed: Do you have two hours a week to serve those in need in the FoxÂ Valley? The Hope Center is looking for a few more volunteers to join the team as we areÂ currently serving 60+ family units each month! Volunteers are needed to greet clients, packÂ supplies, and/or perform some easy data entry â€“ whatever gift God has blessed you with.Â Training is provided. Volunteers work on a team of 3-4 for a two-hour shift once per week.Â All shifts are currently available: Tues. 9:30-11:30, Wed. 2:30-4:30, and Thurs. 1:00-3:00. IfÂ you are interested in learning more about The Hope Center's compassion ministry to thoseÂ in need in the Fox Valley, see our website at hope-center.org.

The Hope Center's ministry offers practical assistance items along with the opportunity to show Christian love and share God's Word. Our location on the St. Matthew campus is also allowing us to build a relationship with the Pillars Day Resource Center next door. Each month we have been offering "Soup for the Soul" meals for Pillars' clients, most of whom are homeless. We also supply all the daily coffee, tea, and hot chocolate supplies for them. Recently, we have additionally begun a "move-in kit" program to provide basic household items to those getting an apartment through Pillars.Â For more info and a current "wish list" please see our new website at www.hope-center.org.

Please continue to pray for The Hope Center, our clients as well as our dedicated volunteers. If you are so blessed, please consider making a donation directly to The Hope Center at 1316 W. Lawrence Street, Appleton, WI 54914.

Bargain Garden Thrift Store

Bargain Garden Thrift Shop, 2725 N. Meade Street, Appleton | 832-8822, appreciates your donations of clothing, housewares, home dÃ©cor, jewelry, furniture (no upholstered items), novelties, new greeting cards and toys. Clean and gently used items only. Your help provides funds for the teen ministry at Fox Valley Lutheran High School. We invite you to donate, shop and volunteer at the store. Find more information online at bargaingardenthrift.com.

Resource Center Opening at St. Matthew, Appleton

A day Resource Center for those experiencing homelessness is open at St. Matthew (129 Mason St. Appleton).Â The Resource Center will bring essential services to those experiencing homelessness (like a housing navigator and guidance for employment). Homeless Connections will be staffing the Center and in charge of operations. St. Matthew is hosting the Resource Center in renovated classrooms, and will be the "Christian family" next door ready to welcome those seeking our ministry. Volunteers and donations are gladly accepted. For more information, contact Pastor Jon Kuske at St. Matthew, (920)733-0916.

New Young Professionals Network for WELS

"The Inseparable" Facebook group is intended for young professionals in WI. If you're 20's to early 30's, join the Facebook group to connect and share community events, so that you can gather together and develop strong friendships.

The name is inspired by Romans 8:39, to remind you that nothing can separate you from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus.

For more information, join The Inseparable Facebook group or text Sonya at 666-2863.

Depression / Anxiety Support Group

Meeting at St. Peter Lutheran Church, N2740 French Road, Appleton
Saturdays, 10am - 12pm (starting 9/28/2019)

What is depression really? How can it be successfully treated? What does God say about depression and anxiety? We will study the book "A New Light on Depression" for answers to these questions and many more. This group will give needed support for those who live with depression. Family members, pastors, friends, etc. are invited as well. For more information or to register visit 922ministries.com/wholeness

Christian Recovery Support Group

Christian Recovery supports those struggling with addiction....substance abuse, pornography, gambling, anxiety, etc. It is a combination of small group Bible study and fellowship. It is a Christ-centered 12-step program enhanced with Biblical references. It can be a start or help along the way to following the road to recovery. Christian Recovery will meet at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday, beginning on September 25th at the CORE, a 922 Ministry. The CORE is located at 222 W. Franklin St. in Appleton. New faces are welcome!

Fit 4 Life Classes

Immanuel Lutheran Church (W7265 School Road,Â Greenville)

Held in the Christian Life Center

Exciting news!!! Starting Thursday, January 9, there willÂ be new times and we are adding another class!!!Â Zumba at 5:00 p.m., Barre at 6:00 p.m., and Flow YogaÂ at 7:00 p.m. Invite your family, friends, and neighborsÂ to these FREE classes! Must be high-school age or olderÂ to participate.Â