We ho-ho-hope you will join us at St. James this Saturday, December 13, from 9–11 a.m. for a festive community breakfast. Santa will be coming!
Come enjoy a hearty breakfast and heartfelt social connections while making a difference in the community.
The price is freewill offering. Have you ever wondered why our breakfasts are always freewill offering rather than a set price? It is because we believe that families, friends, and neighbours should be able to spend quality time together without cost being a barrier. We trust the generosity of the community, which has always been tremendous. Their support allows us to extend care to the community well beyond the table.
Here are just a few examples of what your breakfast contributions have made possible:
- Our breakfasts enabled us to establish the “Feed the Bears” weekend (food) backpack program at Hanwell Park Academy, ensuring students and families in need have food support over the weekend.
- This past year, we began partenering with the Grade 8 students at Hanwell Park Academy to help with costs toward their annual trip to Quebec.
- We are also able to offer assistance during more financially challenging seasons, such as Christmas. Last year we provided fourteen families with $50 gift cards. This year, thanks to community generosity and grants, we will deliver fourteen $100 gift cards.
The community also gives freely of their time. We are grateful for the faithful Friends of Hanwell volunteers who help with grocery shopping, cooking, serving, set-up, and clean-up. We are also grateful for the Grade 8 students and their parents who have joined us in serving this past year.
And we are grateful for you — for showing up around the table, inviting others, serving in the hall, cooking in the kitchen, and assisting with shopping, set-up, and clean-up. Your presence strengthens the community we share.