On April 13, Guardian Angels in Oakdale partnered with King of Kings Lutheran Church in Woodbury and received support from Oakdale-based food bank Open Cupboard to host its first Community Meal Event.
The event aimed to serve those experiencing food insecurity as well as those feeling isolated and searching for community. Held in the parish’s Peter O’Neill Hall, over 100 volunteers helped serve meals, beverages and desserts to those in attendance. According to organizers, Guardian Angels is part of Our Community Kitchens — a group that works to increase the number of community meals in Washington County.
There are more meals planned, including one scheduled for 5-7 p.m. May 18 at Indian Mounds Regional Park in St. Paul and 5:30-7 p.m. June 15 at Guardian Angels. PHOTOS COURTESY PAM HOEFFEL
