Week 26

Where do I even begin? As Randy had previously mentioned last week....
Amanda and I missed the opportunity to partake due to personal family matters.

I was able to make it this week, however Amanda wasn't. Bless her heart though! She left the hospital for a short time just to come home and prepare the meal for everyone, then returned to the hospital.

The night started off good, finding a front row parking spot, and just gradually got better & better. As expected, I was greeted by an army of hungry men who were all more than willing to help with whatever was needed. Being short handed, I had one of the guys make a quick trip to Smart & Final for ice, while others helped unload the truck and wipe down the tables. It's so nice to see others show some appreciation and the willingness to assist when they can.

Most of the regulars asked how our 'family matter' is going with sincere concern and compassion in their voices, which really moved my heart. I'm confident that the Love of Jesus Christ through this ministry has had a positive effect on these people and the fruit of that has shown itself by those very actions. Yet again, the rotational sea of new faces started to flow in as they heard of 'free food'.

We were definitely understaffed and there was no denying the truth. Lisa, our photographer friend, was now back from Germany. Her smile is always warming to my soul and she offered her assistance with serving. I took the opportunity and showed her the appropriate serving size we give. It's been so long since she's been back that the large group really took her by surprise. There was well over 100 people! I asked Lisa to position herself 2nd in line as I took the 1st spot handling the plates and alfredo. One of our regular guests took the initiative to handle the cheesing, bread, fruit and waters. Randy was up top taking care of the prayer & information table. GOD orchestrated things perfectly.

Nobody went away unfed. I didn't push Jesus upon anyone... I didn't have to. His love was very present, as people passed by giving their condolences and prayers to me regarding our family. It was incredible to see that kind of love coming from such people.

All of that happened from 6:00-6:25pm. It was another early night.

Amazing Day it was.....!!

Good Day, all ! Well, first of all, This is "Randy" as I am filling in this weeks feed and blog, for Our wonderful friends, Beau and Amanda. Beau and Amanda suffered a "Family Emergency" today, and we are keeping them in prayer. Meanwhile, Here I am, with God's grace and love. I must say, God showed us his love and ability to answer prayer, today !! With short Notice, we were able to provide all our Friends in Pacific Beach who depend on us for that meal every Friday ! We were able to aquire 12 Large pizzas, and Ray brought a big box of Fuji apples, also ! There was enough to go around, and God provided just the right amount ! (again) Our normal gathering was somewhat smaller tonight, but there were a few of the regulars, and after speaking with some of them, I was able to see that God has been working in many of thier lifes, and seeing spiritual growth in them, just Inspires myself to do more within the ministry !! Thus being said, it was a real blessing to actually have some of them open the Meal with Prayer from them ! What a awesome sign of growth and devotion ! We were all real Happy to see our Dear friend, Lisa there, tonight, also. She has just returned from Germany, and she didn't miss the chance to snap up more photos of tonight's feed ! She even took the time to bring more cookies, which is always a welcome and tasty delight for all to enjoy !! Many of us all missed the presence of Beau and Amanda, as many asked about thier whereabouts. Our wonderful and devoted friends will be back,I assure you. Even during this difficult time they are going through, they were concerned and worried about making sure that there was food for those who depend on it. Again, it brings my thougts back to Glory to God, as HE is the one who controls what the outcome of all things that we do, have done, and will do. Amazing that we have such a wonderful, Loving God who just loves us all so unconditionally !!
God Bless and have a wonderful week...........