The Presbyterian Hunger Program works to feed hungry people and end hunger in our community, our nation, and our world through raising awareness, providing opportunities for response, and reaching out to those in need. It addresses hunger and its causes in five program areas outlined in the Common Affirmation on Global Hunger:
Direct Food Relief Influencing Public Policy Education and Interpretation Development Assistance Life-style Integrity
Food Security Partners of Middle Tennessee The FSP is a diverse group of people who are interested in all aspects of food - from farm to fork. They are intersted in creating and sustaining a secure and healthy food system for Middle Tennessee. For more information, click here.
Go Carbon Neutral Hunger Action Enabler (HAE)
Your HAE, Barbara Howell, is part of a network of Presbyterian Hunger Action Enablers that serve presbyteries and synods across the country. These advocates are called to serve as educators, motivators, and facilitators of hunger action. Their goal is to enable congregations and other groups within the church to gain knowledge and skills to sustain a long-term commitment to ending hunger and its underlying causes.
How your HAE can help you and your church?
Provide information on hunger and related issues
Present a Minute for Mission on hunger, Cents Ability, One Great Hour of Sharing,
the Presbyterian Coffee Project, Enough for Everyone, alternative lifestyles, and
other related topics
Present Children’s Messages
Present programs at a Wednesday night dinner or during Sunday school
Help with curriculum for children and youth programs
Help your congregation buy Equal Exchange coffee
For more information, contact Barbara Howell at 615-778-0500, ext 205.