Mark Hernandez, artist, with the new mural he created for 5 Loaves Ministries.<\/p>\n
A decade after opening its doors to help feed families in need, 5 Loaves Food Pantry celebrated its 10-year anniversary Wednesday, Oct. 29, with an open house, ribbon cutting, and a new look \u2014 inside and out.<\/p>\n
The come-and-go celebration welcomed community members to tour the ministry\u2019s office and pantry, enjoy refreshments, and learn more about the organization\u2019s expanding mission. Guests also gathered outside to admire a new mural by local artist Mark Hernandez, who completed the colorful work just in time for the event despite days of rain.<\/p>\n
Executive Director Rebekah Rodgers said the anniversary marked not only a milestone, but a new chapter for the organization, which is now officially known as 5 Loaves Ministries.<\/p>\n
\u201cToday\u2019s a special day as we celebrate 10 years of serving and loving and walking alongside families in our community,\u201d Rodgers said. \u201cWhat began as a small food pantry has become a ministry that feeds both bodies and souls.\u201d<\/p>\n