TRAINING FOR KINGDOM IMPACT: FEED THE NEED UNIVERSITY

Feed the Need Missions has historically conducted extensive training through lengthy workshops and conferences. However, recognizing volunteers’ busy lives and the need for ongoing, practical training, we have adopted a new, innovative approach: Feed the Need University. This monthly training model provides accessible, bite-sized sessions designed for maximum impact in minimal time.

Our recent focus has been the “Table Talk” curriculum, which unpacks the foundational principles behind our method of ministry. Understanding the “why” is crucial for volunteers, enabling them to appreciate the deeper purpose behind seemingly simple acts, like serving meals or facilitating conversations. Each session includes targeted teachings, practical tools, and three core questions that guide reflection, group discussion, and immediate application.

The sessions occur directly before volunteers begin serving at weekly sites, creating a timely opportunity to prepare and align our hearts with God’s spiritual purpose. Volunteers learn practical skills for leading discussions effectively, nurturing relationships, and ministering with humility and grace. We emphasize servant leadership and a community-focused mindset, reinforcing the belief that volunteers and guests alike have valuable insights and spiritual contributions.

Upcoming sessions will delve deeper into team-building and viewing each site as a robust platform for ongoing discipleship. We are excited about the potential of this training approach to multiply our impact, transforming the weekly cookout from a meal service into a powerful discipleship and community-building tool. The positive feedback and visible growth in our volunteers confirm the effectiveness and necessity of this continuous, focused training.