In November, parishioners of Incarnation–St. James Parish, Ewing once again turned a simple act of charity into a joyful community celebration as they collected 444 boxes of cereal for the food pantry at Mount Carmel Guild in Trenton.
Now in its third year, the parish’s cereal drive has become an eagerly anticipated outreach tradition. Families spent several weeks bringing in boxes of all shapes and sizes, knowing their donations would help feed neighbors in need throughout Mercer County.
Before the cereal was delivered, the director of religious education, Brenda Hanuschik, and volunteer, Agustin Massa, arranged the boxes in an impressive domino-style design, filling the parish auditorium with bright colors, excited chatter and plenty of anticipation. The grand “knock down” – now something of a parish hallmark – served as both a celebration of the community’s generosity and a visual reminder of how small acts of kindness can set off a chain reaction of hope.
Parish leaders expressed gratitude for the enthusiastic participation and noted that the creativity and spirit behind the project help keep attention focused on the ongoing needs of the local community, according to Hanuschik.
The cereal was delivered to Mount Carmel Guild, where it will support families experiencing food insecurity.