Westminster
HomeFor thirty years Bread for the World (BFW) has been a Christian voice for ending hunger. A nonpartisan citizens' movement of 46,000 people of faith, including 2,000 churches, BFW helps hungry people by lobbying our nation's decision makers on legislation that addresses the root causes of hunger and poverty in our communities and around the world. As individuals, we may volunteer in social ministries and give much-needed donations directly to organizations such as FISH and the Volunteer Ministry Center. We also know, however, that a single decision by Congress or a signature by the president can outweigh or multiply our contributions. Check out Bread for the World (world hunger) for the latest information, as well as updates on what you can do.
Each year we have the opportunity to participate in the annual Bread for the World "Offering of Letters." This is an event where we write letters to our representatives in Congress in support of legislation that will reduce hunger, poverty, and disease. In 2006 the theme was "One Spirit, One Will, Zero Poverty," in an effort to fight the emergencies of extreme poverty, hunger, and HIV/AIDS in the developing world.
Information will be available soon about the 2007 "Offering of Letters." What we usually do is have a table is set up at the church after both Sunday services; there are sample letters and people to assist you. So please take a moment to write a letter to your congressman. Together we can make a difference!
2/22/2007