Notes from the Edge

Reflections on Faith, Justice, & Community from the Blog of Edgehill UMC

Beyond Food Banks: The Book of Ruth, SNAP, & Social Responsibility
Ruth, Food Insecurity, Immigrants Eric Mayle Ruth, Food Insecurity, Immigrants Eric Mayle

Beyond Food Banks: The Book of Ruth, SNAP, & Social Responsibility

You’d be hard pressed to find a story that speaks more powerfully to the moment we’re in right now than the story of Ruth. Ruth’s story isn’t just an ancient story—it’s our story. Because Ruth is the story of an immigrant family crossing borders—leaving everything behind and taking great risks—in search of safety and a better life. Because Ruth is the story of families who know what it’s like to go hungry….

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