Open Door Ministry at St. Mark’s Methodist Church

Written By Donna Hamra

Pastor Cindy Briggs-Biondi from St. Mark’s Methodist Church spoke with the Outreach Committee about partnering with them in their Open Door Ministry. St. Mark’s is located at the corner of Washington Street East and Dickinson Street, across from the post office.

They serve breakfast on Monday and Thursday mornings from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Volunteers should arrive between 8:00 and 8:15 a.m. to help with setup. They also offer to-go breakfast bags on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday.

To sign up to help with the Monday and Thursday breakfasts, please visit: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA9A829A2FAC34-60375568-open#/

If you are not comfortable using SignUpGenius, you may call the church at 304-343-2115 to let them know when you plan to come. Please enter through the back door off the parking lot; Pastor Cindy will provide volunteers with the access code.

Donations may be dropped off at our church, and Donna will deliver them to St. Mark’s. Below is a list of suggested donation items:

  • Cereal or oatmeal

  • Bread, bagels, etc.

  • Butter or margarine (tubs)

  • Coffee, regular tea, and hot chocolate packets

  • French toast sticks and syrup

  • Donuts or other pastries

  • Dried fruits (raisins, figs, cranberries, etc.)

  • Fresh fruit (apples, oranges, peaches, or pears)

  • Jelly, jam, or apple butter; peanut butter or Nutella

  • Disposable knives, forks, spoons, and napkins

  • Paper plates and bowls

Donna Hamra
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