Meals on Wheels News: May 2023

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We can always count on someone to step up and volunteer to cook and deliver the meals for the Meals on Wheels ministry and these individuals did just that. Margaret and Pam prepared a sumptuous meal of Salisbury steak, green beans, shells and cheese, and oatmeal pie for dessert. Mikayla helped Margaret deliver the food to the church where Janice, Shelly, and Les helped to plate it. Deborah, Les, Janice, and Shelly then delivered the meals. As always, we along with the MOW recipients, greatly appreciate these individuals for their dedication to the Meals on Wheels ministry. Thank you to Melissa and Donna for preparing yummy tacos, pinto beans, and fruit for Meals on Wheels. We always appreciate our cheerful deliverers, Kay, Janice, and Shelly! It has been smelling absolutely wonderful this morning at the church. Pastor Carol prepared rosemary chicken breast smothered in hominy gravy along with mixed vegetables … Read More

Meals on Wheels News: April 2023

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Another tasty and nourishing meal prepared for the Meals on Wheels recipients. Gay and Barb prepared chicken spaghetti, carrots, green beans, and a roll. Gay and her granddaughter prepared “Bee Happy” goodie bags that contained an apple, orange, homemade cookie, and candy for everyone. Janice, Shelly, and Kay delivered these beneficial meals. I know the MOW recipients look forward to these meals each day. All are appreciated who make this ministry a success. Thank you all! Thank you, Deborah, Kay, and Les for always being available to deliver meals to the Meals on Wheels recipients. Willett’s BBQ provided a meal of chopped beef, green beans, and macaroni salad. All are appreciated who make this community-wide ministry a success. Jo, Susan, Lucy, and Dwayne provided a delicious meal of oven-baked pork chops, squash casserole, crunchy garden salad, deviled eggs, and cranberry granola nut cookies for the Meals on Wheels recipients. Les, … Read More

Meals on Wheels News: March 2023

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Once again, our chefs and deliverers need applause. Pastor Carol and Margaret (not pictured) provided a very delicious and hearty meal of baked ham, country-style green beans, corn casserole, and dessert for the Meals on Wheels recipients. Shelly, Kay, and Janice are always on hand to deliver these meals. Thank you all for being dedicated to this awesome ministry in the Alvord community and surrounding area. Our ever-dependable Meals on Wheels deliverers Shelly, Janice, and Kay delivered to the recipients a sack lunch of a meatloaf sandwich, coleslaw, and dessert prepared by Willett’s Barbeque. Thank you, ladies! We couldn’t do it without your faithfulness to this community mission. You all make a difference!! Janice, Rachel, and Chad prepared a delicious meal for the Meals on Wheels recipients. The meal consisted of grilled chicken legs along with a pasta salad with veggies, a Hawaiian roll, and sweet bread. The meals were … Read More

Meals on Wheels News: February 2023

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The UMC women cooked and delivered a delicious meal yesterday to the Meals on Wheels recipients. Suzette and her daughter, Jennifer prepared a nutritious meal of Chicken and Rice with a Dinner Salad and roll. Pound cake was their choice for dessert. As always, Janice, Shelly, and Kay deliver these meals with a smile. Thank you, ladies! You are appreciated by many. As usual, the ladies prepared a wonderful meal consisting of chicken spaghetti, caesar salad, and green beans. Ms. Smith’s Pre-K class decorated hearts that were placed on Valentine’s bags that were prepared by Gay and her granddaughter for the Meals on Wheels recipients. Les and Deborah along with Pastor Carol delivered the meals. Thank you all for your dedication to the Meals on Wheels ministry. These enthusiastic members prepared and delivered meals. Barb and Julie prepared an awesome meal of oriental chicken noodles with white rice, a salad, … Read More

Meals on Wheels News: January 2023

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A hearty and delicious meal of meatloaf, red beans, and macaroni salad prepared by Willett Barbeque, Alvord was delivered to the Meals on Wheels recipients. Janice and Shelly along with Charlie delivered the meals today (Charlie had already left when the picture was taken). As always, these volunteers are greatly appreciated. As always, our volunteers prepared a delicious and nutritious meal for the Meals on Wheels recipients. Jo, Susan, and Julie prepared a cheesy sausage/vegetable casserole with a lettuce salad and cornbread. The dessert was a spice cake with cream cheese icing. Also, shout out to our deliverers, Janice, Shelly, and Kay. Thank you, ladies! For the Meals on Wheels recipients, Janice and Shelly prepared pizza burgers with cheesy hash browns, a fruit cup, and a double chocolate chip cookie with Kisses. They, along with Kay, delivered this wonderful meal. Thank you, volunteers! This is a very worthwhile ministry for … Read More

Meals on Wheels News: December 2022

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The Meal on Wheels recipients enjoyed a Subway meal, which consisted of a Subway sandwich, chips, and a cookie. In addition, each recipient received an apple and an orange. A big thank you to the deliverers. Ryan and his children, Everley and Taleah, and his niece, Cambrie along with Kay delivered the meals. Twenty-nine meals were delivered. The recipients are very appreciative of this worthwhile ministry. What is better than a bowl of potato, ham, and leek soup with a biscuit and banana nut bread for dessert on a blustery, frigid day? Nothing. Thank you to Suzette and Doug for preparing this hot and delicious meal for the Meals on Wheels recipients. And another thank you to Bonnie and her girls along with Kay for delivering. It took many layers of clothing to stay even halfway warm today. Dedication is the key to making this ministry successful. It is much … Read More

Meals on Wheels News: November 2022

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Thank you to the ladies and gentleman for getting out on this cold November morning to cook for and to deliver to the Meals on Wheels recipients. Mom and daughter, Cindy and Kristen, teamed up to prepare a delicious meal of pork roast, cream potatoes with gravy, green beans, and a roll. Charlie and Kay were our deliverers today. Saying thank you almost seems inadequate for the service these individuals provide each week to this wonderful ministry of our church and the Alvord community. THANK YOU!!! Jo and Susan prepared a hot and nutritious meal of beef stew, cornbread, seasoned crackers, an apple, and yellow cake with chocolate frosting for dessert. Kay and Danielle delivered this healthy meal. Thank you, ladies! As always, thank you to all the individuals who volunteer their time and energy to this ministry. Cheryl, Donna, and Kim honored their mother, Polly, today with a traditional … Read More

Meals on Wheels News: October 2022

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A big THANK YOU to our Meals on Wheels volunteers! Scott prepared a scrumptious lasagna, Jo prepared sides of salad, green beans, and garlic toast. Les, Deborah, and Pastor Carol delivered the meals. If you see these individuals out and about, make sure to tell them how much they are appreciated. We couldn’t be successful in this ministry to our community without volunteers. Also, please thank David Goodwin and Erica Cervantes Steger for their service, as well. Our Meals on Wheels recipients received a special treat on Thursday. As usual, our chefs didn’t disappoint. Joy and Kim prepared a sumptuous meal of turkey and dressing, cream potatoes with gravy, green beans, cranberry sauce, and a roll, with cake for dessert. Thank you to Deborah, Les, and Pastor Carol (not pictured) for delivering these meals. Cheryl, Donna, and Kim provided meatloaf, cream potatoes, pea salad, cornbread, and a cookie for the … Read More

Meals on Wheels News: September 2022

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Thank you to the owner, Shannon Hart, and Manager, Deborah, of the Chicken Express in Bowie for making us a great deal. Our Meals on Wheels recipients enjoyed a tasty meal of chicken tenders, cream potatoes with gravy, a roll, and a cookie for dessert. Erica and Veronica picked the meals up and delivered them to the church where Kay, Deborah, and Les were waiting to deliver the meals to the recipients. If you’re in Bowie, stop by and tell Chicken Express how much their generosity is appreciated. Thank you to all who make this ministry to our community successful every week. Meals on Wheels recipients were the lucky ones. Erica and Lucy prepared a delicious meal of beef ravioli, fresh cucumber and tomato salad, garlic toast, and a homemade oatmeal raisin cookie for dessert. Janice, Shelly, and Kay delivered this awesome meal. Thank you, ladies, for your commitment to … Read More

Meals on Wheels News: August 2022

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The Meals on Wheels ladies are at it again! Jo and Susan prepared a delicious meal of baked ham, Southern seasoned green beans, “sneaky” mashed potatoes along with lemon cake served with a fresh peach, blueberry, and pineapple medley. Deborah, Janice, and Shelly delivered this scrumptious meal. Stacey and Kay fixed BBQ, potato salad, and baked beans. Les and Deborah enjoy delivering and checking on the folks. Thank you, Lord, for the rain. “The Sisters” — Cheryl, Donna, and Kim — cooked a delicious lunch for Meals on Wheels. They prepared cabbage with sausage, beans, cornbread, and German chocolate cake. Charlie, Josalyn, and Kay delivered. Thanks to all! These ladies did a fantastic job of preparing Meals on Wheels lunches. Barb and Lucy, with help from Jo, prepared lasagna, summer marinated tomato & cucumber salad with a roll, and chocolate chip cookies. Shelly, Kay, and Janice had a good time … Read More