Substantial Savings For All on High Quality Food!

In today's economy, we can all use a break when it comes even to routine living expenses, such as the food we put on our tables. Help is here! A dedicated group of people at St. Johns have committed themselves to provide the workforce required for this "neighbors helping neighbors" endeavor.

Participating is easy. Orders and distribution are handled by church host sites. Orders are taken during the first part of each month (see the monthly schedule) and then later in the same month, the food is delivered to St. Johns where it is met by our group of St. Johns volunteers who will be waiting to meet you as you pick up your order.

Angel Food is provided in a quantity that can fit into a medium-sized box at $30 per unit. Each month's menu, consisting of both fresh and frozen items, is different from that of the previous month and has an average retail value of approximately $70-$80, based on local comparison-shopping. Generally, one unit of food assists in feeding a family of four for about one week or a single individual for almost a month.

The food is all the same high quality one could purchase at a grocery store. There are no second-hand items, no damaged or outdated goods, no dented cans without labels, no day-old breads and no produce that is almost too ripe. Also offered are specialty boxes such as steaks, chicken and pork at an additional cost. There is no limit to the number of units or bonus foods an individual can purchase.

Payment in the form of cash, credit, debit card or food stamps (EBT, SNAP), is required at the time food orders are placed. Orders can taken online for credit and debit cards and in person only for cash or food stamps (ebt). In person hours are posted at the right and are generally the two Sundays between 10:30 and 11:30, and the two Wednesdays from 6:00 - 7:30 pm before the cutoff date. Food pickup generally will occur on the fourth Saturday of every month (there may be some slight variations due to holidays).

Frequently Asked Questions About Angel Food Ministries

Who Qualifies?

Everyone qualifies! There are no applications or pre-qualifiers to partake in the Angel Food program and participating is easy.

Where Does the Food Come From?

Our food is "restaurant grade" meats, frozen vegetables, fruits, dairy products, etc. which we acquire through our involvement with only the best producers and vendors of high quality, "name brand" foods. Seconds and/or day-old type products are never involved.

Can We Receive More Than One Unit Or Special?

Yes, you can order as many units as you would like. Boxes can now be ordered independently, Angel Food has removed all restrictions on ordering.

What Will Be Included in the Order?

The menu changes and Angel Food Ministries publishes the menu each month and it is posted online when ordering is available. See the menu for our next delivery.

When Can We Order?

You can order "online" or at posted times on the Angel Food site for the particular month. You can also order on pickup day for the next month. On-site ordering is usually available the two Sundays after church and on Wednesday evenings preceding the order cutoff. Any questions, please contact the Angel Food Hotline at 617-874-4008 or AFM@StJpohns-JP.org"

How Can I Help With Angel Food?

There are many opportunities to serve -- please contact Rob Watters for more info.