“Food cannot take care of spiritual, psychological and emotional problems, but the feeling of being loved and cared for, the actual comfort of the beauty and flavour of food, the increase of blood sugar and physical well-being, help one to go on during the next hours better equipped to meet the problems.”

Edith Schaeffer “The Hidden Art of Homemaking”

A meal train is a coordinated effort among friends, family, and community members to provide meals for someone facing a challenging situation, providing nourishment and comfort.

There are countless reasons to create a meal train for someone:

• Supporting a new baby transition

• Recovering from surgery or illness

• Dealing with a family emergency

• Grieving the loss of a loved one

• Moving to a new home

• Experiencing a major life transition

• Facing financial hardships

Benefits of Meal Trains

Practical Support: Meal trains alleviate the burden of meal preparation for the recipient and their family, especially during times when energy and resources may be limited due to medical treatments and caregiving responsibilities.

Nutritional Support: Proper nutrition is essential. Meal trains ensure nourishing meals tailored to the recipient, promoting strength and overall well-being.

Emotional Comfort: Beyond the physical nourishment, meal trains serve as a tangible expression of care and empathy. Knowing that others are thinking of them and taking concrete steps to support them can uplift the spirits of both the recipient and their caregivers.

Robin Wagner (317-946-2829) and Becky Goode (317-403-0573) are the “Conductors” for our Meal Train, reach out to them and they can set you up on a team.

If you have a need for the McCordsville United Methodist Church Meal Train, reach out to either Robin Wagner, Becky Goode or Pastor Daniel Payton (317-649-0560) and they can coordinate with you.