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- Nov 21, 2014 to Nov 22, 2014
- Location: The First Baptist Church of Glenarden
- Latest Activity: Jan 25, 2021
Our History
As far back as anyone can remember, First Baptist Church of Glenarden has always been committed to serving the community – which includes providing traditional Thanksgiving baskets to the less fortunate each year.
Resources to serve the community in this manner have gradually and steadily increased over the years, and the lines for baskets have grown longer and longer. Under the direction of Pastor John K. Jenkins Sr., in keeping with FBCG’s “double portion” theme for 2013, the church set out to to make a “double impact or greater” in the lives of those who would benefit from this ministry.
Every department and ministry was pulled into a churchwide collaboration. The goal was to create an impactful event that would eliminate long lines, put smiles on our guests’ faces and serve them in 20 minutes or less. Entertainment was provided for the children, while guests had the opportunity to receive ministry, health screenings and prayer.
The event was staffed by 1,500 volunteers – including 300 military personnel – and staged in a warehouse-sized facility, where 4,500 bags of food were distributed!
Praise our God that we met spiritual, temporal and physical needs. We are EXCITED about what God will do during the 2014 FBCG Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway!
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