
A Message from Valerie Moore, F.O.O.D. Manager
Food insecurity is a big issue right now. It’s both a scary topic and a growing reality. As a mom, I can’t imagine waking up
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Food insecurity is a big issue right now. It’s both a scary topic and a growing reality. As a mom, I can’t imagine waking up

On January 23, 2021 Pastor Gary Hicks died after a brief battle with cancer. In addition to his roles as pastor at Brook Hill United

Everything we do at the Mission centers on our commitment to rescue lives from poverty, hunger, homelessness, and substance use disorder. We strive to meet

Caroline and the Big Little Toy Drive On the first day of her family’s Christmas Countdown Calendar, Caroline’s assigned activity was to find three books

F.O.O.D. is an acronym for Frederick Organizations Optimizing Distribution of food. “Our existing Food Distribution Center meets the needs of our immediate community at our
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!