Central’s Food Pantry is at the heart of our outreach. Open every Wednesday from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. and every Saturday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m., the pantry provides nutritious groceries to anyone in need. Located on the first floor of the church, it is stocked weekly through our partnership with the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank in Verona. In 2023, the Food Pantry served 10,450 individuals and distributed 185,792 pounds of food, thanks to the dedication of our volunteers and community partners.

Each week, Central receives food donations from Food Lion that help stock our shelves and provide fresh, quality items for our neighbors. These contributions are distributed directly through our Food Pantry, ensuring that every visit offers a variety of nutritious options and that no food goes to waste.

The Go Pantry program extends the reach of our ministry beyond the church walls. On the first and third Thursday of each month, volunteers deliver groceries to neighbors who are unable to visit the Food Pantry due to health or transportation challenges. Each delivery offers nourishment and connection, bringing comfort and care right to the doorstep.

Once a month, Central prepares and serves lunch at Trinity Episcopal Church through our Agape Noon Lunch program. This ministry provides a warm meal and fellowship to those experiencing hunger, reminding each guest that they are valued, loved, and never alone.es here