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Six Wednesday evenings during the year, members prepare a dinner, then travel to the North Side to serve it to the homeless.
The most FAQ's asked about the Pleasant Valley's Men Shelter: Many of you may be wondering what exactly happens when IUMC members and friends volunteer to serve dinner at the Pleasant Valley Men's Shelter. Well, here are the most "Frequently Asked Questions" about the program from the past few years: |
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Where is the shelter? The shelter is located on Brighton
Road in Pittsburgh's Northside near the Mexican War Streets neighborhood.
How many shelter residents will be there? There are usually about
35 to 40 men at the dinner. They are all temporary residents who stay about
a month and take advantage of the services of the Northside Common Ministries.
What time does the dinner start? Dinners start about 9:00 PM but volunteers should arrive between 8:00 and 8:15. The residents have usually already set the tables. Dinner is served buffet style.
What do they like to eat and how much? The men at the shelter are always graciously appreciative of our help no matter what we bring and some have big appetites. A meat entree, perhaps potato or pasta, a vegetable or salad, bread and butter and of course dessert can be included in the meal. It's best to keep in mind that there may be someone with a dietary restriction so variety is good. There doesn't seem to be a formula for how much should be prepared. "Suggested" serving sizes aren't always trustworthy. |
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Do I have to clean up and do all the dishes after dinner? Not at all! The men cleanup, do the dishes and will even wash any pots, pans or serving plates that you may have brought with you.
How can I get involved? Call Barbara Renfro to get things started or to ask any questions that didn't make this list.
©2003
Ingomar United Methodist Church |
1501
W. Ingomar Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (P) 412-364-3613 E-mail:iumc@ingomarumc.org |
