At the Thomas Merton Family Center (TMFC), every meal served and every bag of groceries distributed through the food pantry carries a deeper purpose: nourishing not just the body but also the spirit of community. It was in this spirit that a simple question from pantry guests sparked an initiative that would empower them far beyond the kitchen.
Four school buses were filled with donations, which will benefit the Bridgeport Rescue Mission, the Sterling House Community Center and the Thomas Merton Center.
The Thomas Merton Family Center is a program of Catholic Charities of Fairfield County. We serve ~350 meals a day – breakfast & lunch on week days. Showers are open to guests twice a week. TMFC provides guests with a mailing address to receive Social Security, EBT and medical cards. A registered guest can receive up to 5 days of nutritious food for meals from our food pantry each month. Case managers provide individual assistance and partner with other agencies based on needs of the guest. Vocational services, ESL classes, and more will be offered soon.
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