We were given a very quick tour before the meal was prepared and ready to be served. Mary Jo led us into the Mission Market, a fully stocked pantry based on the same criteria as God's Pantry. Individuals check in at the front, ask for prayer requests before a prayer is given to the person and their family, then they are allowed to pick so many items from each category around the Market. The Mission Market is open from Tues-Thursday from 1-2:00 PM. Mary Jo tells us that the Sav a Lot on Southland Drive is a huge contributor to the items here.
When it's time to serve, it's time to serve! These ladies didn't mess around. On this rainy, gloomy day in Lexington, we had a lot of hungry mouths to feed! We opened the kitchen windows and it took the whole crew to prep the meals for each person.
Here, Hazel shows us a complete meal. Find out below how you can "Sponsor a Plate" which helps tremendously with Nathaniel's Mission in feeding the community.
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More Information on Nathaniel's Mission: Feedings and Wellness
- Worship
- Holistic Ministry (spiritual, physical educational)
- Opportunities for service
- Community transformation
Nathaniel's Mission serves a hot breakfast on Sunday morning as well as dinner throughout the week.
Sunday:
7:00 - Continental Breakfast
8:00 - Worship/Bible Study
9:00 - Hot Breakfast
5:00 - Evening meal. This is often a 5-course style meal with a delicious variety of meals on the menu.
Wednesday:
5:00 - Evening meal
The Market is open each Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 1:00-2:00 PM. In addition to a variety of canned goods, bread, desert items, hot dogs, cleaning supplies and occasional special items such as fruits and vegetables are available. Qualifications for the Market are residence in Fayette County Kentucky. They serve an average of 25 families per day. Each household (defined by address) is allowed one visit per month. Identification needs to be presented at each visit.
Currently there are 7 volunteer dentists from around the area, but the Mission is seeking one more if you or someone you know could be of assistance. Services are free to those without dental insurance or who fall below/within the federal guidelines of poverty. They provide basic services such as exams, X-rays, cleanings, fillings, and extractions. This is located at 216 S. Limestone.
Vision Clinic
There are several clinics per week for vision for those who qualify. Those needing glasses will be provided a voucher to receive these free if needed. The Mission is also seeking an ophthalmologist to volunteer in addition to the current volunteer ophthalmologists.
Diabetes Support Group
The mission sees a lot of individuals suffering from Diabetes. On the third Tuesday of each month, you can attend this group to share successes and learn tips to deal with your diabetes journey. A diabetes educator from the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department assists with the hour-long group meeting. Topics discussed will vary from healthy eating, move more, monitoring diabetes, taking medications, problem solving, coping in a healthy manner and reducing the risks of diabetes. They offer free meters and strips for those in attendance.
Podiatry Clinic
This clinic is held once per month and treats a variety of foot problems, often seen in the clientele here and common in Diabetics.
How Can I Help?
Use the contact information below to find out how you can sponsor a plate!
Volunteer
Nathaniel's Mission is not only always looking for volunteers to help, but also currently looking for another dentist and ophthalmologist to volunteer their time to help with appointments. You can always sign up to volunteer to serve a meal, help out with the market, or help with special events.
Items can always be used for the Mission Market (food or cleaning supplies), and financial donations are always accepted as well.
1109 Versailles Rd, Suite 400
POB 31
Lexington KY 40588
859-255-0062
Fax 859-367-0089
Email [email protected]