Main St Ministries
"In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven."
Matthew 5:16
Matthew 5:16
Porch Pantry - Free Food 7x24x365
Our Porch Pantry ministry began early 2020 when the pandemic shut down Newmarket. During the pandemic we know many people were affected financially and there were some who were already hungry. Christian Baptist Church prayed for God to make himself known on Main St. Little did we know, He was already at work! Our small congregation decided to act in faith. Members donated lockers, canned food, and money to start the Porch Pantry. God has been faithful to keep it full thanks to the continued generosity of our members and also our community! We currently regularly feed 30 people.
The Porch Pantry is open 24/7. Come anytime and get food you need or drop off food you would like to donate. We also have frozen prepared food inside but please knock on the door to get assistance. We would love to meet you!
The Porch Pantry is open 24/7. Come anytime and get food you need or drop off food you would like to donate. We also have frozen prepared food inside but please knock on the door to get assistance. We would love to meet you!
Porch Pantry Needs: (Updated June 1, 2024)
- canned meat (tuna, salmon, sardines, flakes of ham, flakes of chicken, flakes of turkey)
- canned baked beans
- small jars of instant coffee
- peanut butter
- fruit cups
- canned pasta
- puddings
Annex Cafe - A Weekly Free Hot Meal Program
Annex Cafe was another new ministry born out of the isolation of the pandemic. It was our hearts to connect with our community in a safe environment where we could provide a cup of coffee and a chat. We created 2 "Walk-thru" windows to provide breakfast and coffee from a safe distance. However, over time, the conversations have grown into friendships.
We have now expanded our cafe to provide lunch. This step required faith as we were uncertain how we would provide meals. BUT GOD PROVIDES! We have been so blessed by donations, picnic tables, and volunteers so we could serve those in need or food insecure. The first month, we served between 60-100 meals per week. Each person is another opportunity to feed with food and God's love!
We are open every Wednesday for lunch 11:30a-1:00p - Looking for Volunteers
We have now expanded our cafe to provide lunch. This step required faith as we were uncertain how we would provide meals. BUT GOD PROVIDES! We have been so blessed by donations, picnic tables, and volunteers so we could serve those in need or food insecure. The first month, we served between 60-100 meals per week. Each person is another opportunity to feed with food and God's love!
We are open every Wednesday for lunch 11:30a-1:00p - Looking for Volunteers
