KERNERSVILLE — Members of the Ecumenism Committee and Parish Care of Holy Cross Church sponsored a combination “Blood and Food Drive” Aug. 29.
Because many American Red Cross donation sites have been closed during the pandemic, the need is urgent. Parishioners also knew that the food insecurity has worsened for local families during this challenging economy.
However, with love, compassion and God’s blessing, the community responded heroically.
Blood donors were welcomed and screened using multiple safety protocols.
Second Harvest Food Bank was also blessed greatly by the community’s generosity of the community, with cars streaming in during the day to donate more than 2,000 pounds of food items which will provide over 6,700 meals for local families in need.
Despite all the changes brought about by COVID-19, one thing has not changed, and that is the generosity of those who take to heart the commandment to “love thy neighbor.” The parish is already planning a second similar event in December.
Pictured bringing in food donations are Elizabeth Thomas, NJ Clausen and Karole Avery. Pictured donating blood is Diane Frankenfield.
— Photos provided by Norma Jean Clausen and Alicia Strive
