501(c)(3) organization. Finally, in 2017, the pantry pur- chased its own building at the north end of Plymouth on Michigan Road and moved in that February. Of course, purchasing the building meant an expensive monthly payment, as well as paying for any repairs or improve- ments that might be needed. The members of BOL'S board made the decision to continue trusting God to pro- vide the food and finances necessary to remain steadfast in serving the community. Most food the pantry provides is sourced from the BREAD OF LIFE COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY "Change is inevitable. Growth is optional." Author John Maxwell couldn't have said it better. Bread of Life Food Bank of Northern Indiana (South Bend), Midwest Community Food Pantry has undoubtedly experienced Food Bank (Indianapolis), Humanitarian Distribu- change over the years, but it is choosing to embrace the tion Center (Francesville), and local grocery stores and paid staff. The volunteers work hard to provide for cli- change and grow. Why does Bread of Life (BOL) exist? To restaurants, Several churches in Marshall County pmvide ents every day-lifting, moving, cleaning, talking, listen- help feed the people who need it. That's it, plain and sim- monetary and food donations regularly, and many indi- ing praying, etc. because God has called them to be His ple. If BOL wants to continue providing for the hungry in viduals and families donate frequently. the community, it has to grow with the changes and find new ways to continue reaching the hungry, physically porters for BOL. Community support has allowed the in the community, pray for consistent sources of food and spiritually, in a world that consistently transitions. Many families in Marshall County struggle with hun- to help raise awareness for the hunger problem that ex- ger and food insecurity, and a large percentage of these ists in the world today. September is Hunger Awareness clally, practice generosity in your time and volunteer to families have children under 12 years old. Inconsis- Month, and BOL has started an annual trivia night fund- tent nutrition during this crucial period of growth and raising event. This event's purpose is to raise awareness development can have lifelong consequences. There are for hunger insecurity, and all proceeds go to the build- 6770 N. Michigan Rd. in Plymouth. a lot of complicated problems in the world, but this one ing fund for the pantry. Other community events for the Mailing address: P.O. Box 424 has a simple answer: These humans need food. After originally opening in a small church in 1995, the Chamber of Commerce, Plymouth Business Conhections, Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life. Whoever comes pantry moved into a storefront in downtown Plymouth and other various events. Through the years, BOL has and continued to expand. In 2007 the pantry became a had opportunities to partner with area schools, colleges to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will and other non-profit organizations. The pantry is all volunteer-led and does not have any hands and feet to the residents of Marshall County. How can you help? Pray for the hungry and homeless God is faithful and continues to provide faithful sup- pantry to become more involved in community activities and monetary donations, pray for the volunteers as they serve. Donate food and hygiene products. Give finan- serve. Bread of Life Community Food Pantry is located at (574) 936-1006 boflcfp@gmail.com pantry include the Plymouth Farmers Market, Plymouth never be thirsty." John 6:35 501(c)(3) organization. Finally, in 2017, the pantry pur- chased its own building at the north end of Plymouth on Michigan Road and moved in that February. Of course, purchasing the building meant an expensive monthly payment, as well as paying for any repairs or improve- ments that might be needed. The members of BOL'S board made the decision to continue trusting God to pro- vide the food and finances necessary to remain steadfast in serving the community. Most food the pantry provides is sourced from the BREAD OF LIFE COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY "Change is inevitable. Growth is optional." Author John Maxwell couldn't have said it better. Bread of Life Food Bank of Northern Indiana (South Bend), Midwest Community Food Pantry has undoubtedly experienced Food Bank (Indianapolis), Humanitarian Distribu- change over the years, but it is choosing to embrace the tion Center (Francesville), and local grocery stores and paid staff. The volunteers work hard to provide for cli- change and grow. Why does Bread of Life (BOL) exist? To restaurants, Several churches in Marshall County pmvide ents every day-lifting, moving, cleaning, talking, listen- help feed the people who need it. That's it, plain and sim- monetary and food donations regularly, and many indi- ing praying, etc. because God has called them to be His ple. If BOL wants to continue providing for the hungry in viduals and families donate frequently. the community, it has to grow with the changes and find new ways to continue reaching the hungry, physically porters for BOL. Community support has allowed the in the community, pray for consistent sources of food and spiritually, in a world that consistently transitions. Many families in Marshall County struggle with hun- to help raise awareness for the hunger problem that ex- ger and food insecurity, and a large percentage of these ists in the world today. September is Hunger Awareness clally, practice generosity in your time and volunteer to families have children under 12 years old. Inconsis- Month, and BOL has started an annual trivia night fund- tent nutrition during this crucial period of growth and raising event. This event's purpose is to raise awareness development can have lifelong consequences. There are for hunger insecurity, and all proceeds go to the build- 6770 N. Michigan Rd. in Plymouth. a lot of complicated problems in the world, but this one ing fund for the pantry. Other community events for the Mailing address: P.O. Box 424 has a simple answer: These humans need food. After originally opening in a small church in 1995, the Chamber of Commerce, Plymouth Business Conhections, Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life. Whoever comes pantry moved into a storefront in downtown Plymouth and other various events. Through the years, BOL has and continued to expand. In 2007 the pantry became a had opportunities to partner with area schools, colleges to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will and other non-profit organizations. The pantry is all volunteer-led and does not have any hands and feet to the residents of Marshall County. How can you help? Pray for the hungry and homeless God is faithful and continues to provide faithful sup- pantry to become more involved in community activities and monetary donations, pray for the volunteers as they serve. Donate food and hygiene products. Give finan- serve. Bread of Life Community Food Pantry is located at (574) 936-1006 boflcfp@gmail.com pantry include the Plymouth Farmers Market, Plymouth never be thirsty." John 6:35