What Happens at Trinity
“You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh;
rather, serve one another humbly in love.”
Galatians 5:13
Community-Serving Programs
One way Trinity serves the surrounding community is through the Food Pantry, a program where we collect non-perishable foods for individuals and families in our community who do not have enough to eat.
How You Can Help
Food can be dropped off at 123 E. Blackwell Street, Dover, NJ between the hours of 9:15-11:15, Monday through Thursday. If you cannot make it during that time, please call the church office to make an appointment. Please only donate food that is non-perishable and has not expired. If your group is planning a food drive, please make arrangements in advance for delivery so we have people available to help. No weekend deliveries.
Email the church office or call 973-366-2821 with questions.
Hours for Pickup
Monday - Thursday 9:00am to 12:30am
Monday - 3:00pm to 5pm
ID is required and you can pick up groceries every 2 weeks.
Faith Kitchen
For over thirty-nine years Faith Kitchen has responded to Jesus’ command to “Feed my sheep”
(John 21:17). The Faith Kitchen is an independent, non-profit organization that provides its clients with a nutritious meal and a safe place for conversation and assistance.
FAQs
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Twenty-seven faith communities support the Faith Kitchen housed in TLC.
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We serve nutritious meals provided by local churches and civic groups, free of charge, to all who come to eat.
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We served 30,000 meals in 2021!
How You Can Help
The kitchen and its clients constantly benefit from monetary donations by individuals, groups
and businesses. Contributions can be made directly to the Faith Kitchen.
We are always in need of donations of eco-friendly supplies: dinner-sized and dessert-sized paper plates, plasticware, paper towels, toilet paper, and paper coffee cups with lids.
Learn More
Check out the Faith Kitchen website for more information.
Hour of operation:
Monday-Saturday from 11:30AM - 12:30PM
Location:
Trinity Lutheran Church
123 E. Blackwell Steet
Dover, NJ 07801
Edna's Haven
Edna's Haven was established to be a place that offers a sense of community, belonging,
and temporary relief from the pressures of poverty. Run by the Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris Counties, Edna's Haven was started with a generous donation from Zion Lutheran Church.
For those who are not fortunate enough to have shelter, companionship, and bountiful amenities, Edna’s Haven is exactly what its name implies, a haven for those in need, helping them network with social service agencies, find jobs and housing, and access the mental and physical healthcare systems.
Mission
Edna's Haven's mission statement vows to
provide a safe and welcoming daytime refuge for
all in addition to:
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Renewing hope
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Giving comfort
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Fostering self-sufficiency
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Enriching lives
Edna’s Haven also provides case management services, job searching/interviewing skills, and free Internet access and computer use.
How You Can Help
Edna's Haven is always looking for volunteers to donate their time and talents, and donations and bequests to ensure the continuation of this service are gratefully accepted.
Learn More
Edna’s Haven is supervised by the Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris Counties. The program coordinator connects individuals at Edna’s Haven with social service programs that provide case management, supportive housing, medical assistance, and outreach services to those in need.
Hour of operation:
Monday-Friday from 1:00PM -5:00PM
Location:
Trinity Lutheran Church
123 E. Blackwell Street
Dover, NJ 07801