Events
Canstruction 2026
FREDERICK CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE Canstruction® took place from June 19th – July 5th at Warehouse Cinemas. Canstruction® Frederick was a one-of-a-kind community art exhibit
June 3, 2026
FREDERICK CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE Canstruction® took place from June 19th – July 5th at Warehouse Cinemas. Canstruction® Frederick was a one-of-a-kind community art exhibit
At this year’s Mission banquet, a Food Distribution Center (FDC) volunteer named Abby Carson conveyed a story about someone you impacted through your support: Two
When a mother came to the Food Distribution Center with her children, she struggled to manage her shopping and her kids. Volunteer Beth Middleton decided
Food insecurity is both a frightening topic and a growing reality—right here in Frederick County. Valerie Moore sees people struggling to afford food every day.
HOURS FOR JULY 2-4: Thursday, July 2: Food Distribution Center and Rescued Treasures will be closed due to heat. The dining hall will be open
Shari Badolato is the Program Specialist for Fath House. Before joining the Mission staff, she was a church Kids and Family Pastor. Shari enjoys hand lettering and going to the beach and movies with her family. She says, “I am grateful for the hope I have found in Jesus and have a passion for helping women find wholeness and healing in Him. I consider it a true privilege to partner with The Faith House.”
Brenda coordinates the volunteers who sort clothes and assist guests in Rescued Treasures.
She has been working with people in poverty since 1981. She says, “First, I befriend them. Then I find out what they need and refer them to the program that could best help. I only help people who want help, and only in the ways they want help. Some people have addiction problems and don’t want to leave the street. I’m still their friend.”
Carol coordinates the programs at Faith House, working with residents to help them develop skills for independence. Carol also runs Crossed Bridges with her husband Jonathan. She enjoys playing any sport with a ball, crocheting, bike riding, and spending time with her husband and five children.
“He who loves God must love his brother also.” (1 John 4:21) explains what wakes Carol up in the morning to begin a new day; being able to serve the Lord while working with people, whether it be administratively or relationally. She loves hearing the testimonies of how Jesus has changed people’s lives, especially because He’s done so much for her!