It's time to get equipped!

By Ed Payne, Bread for the Word committee

The annual Bread for the World workshops are here. This year’s theme is “Cut Hunger – Not Hunger Programs.” You will become well equipped to advocate for a variety of programs such as children’s summer meals, school lunches, heating assistance, WIC, food stamps and programs that help the needy overseas.

Our east metro date is Thursday, February 23 at Guardian Angels Catholic Church at 8260 4th St. N. in Oakdale. Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and the program is from 9 to noon. Our west metro date is Saturday, February 25 at St. Stephen Lutheran Church at 8400 France Ave. S. in Bloomington. Registration is at 8:30 a.m.  and the program is from 9 to noon. Our campus date is Wednesday, February 29 at Bethel University at 3900 Bethel Drive in St. Paul. Registration is at 6:30 p.m. and the program is from 7 to 9 p.m.

As advocates for God’s justice, these trying times require us to know the shortcomings of many of the ideas being proposed and to be able to respond with measures that keep the circle of protection around our less fortunate brothers and sisters. Come and be a part of this effort!