Andrew County Ministries continue Adopt-a-Family program

By: Darren Doyle

ANDREW COUNTY, Mo. (KQTV) -- When it comes to the Holidays, those in need are not just in the bigger communities, but also in the smaller ones.

The Andrew County Ministries group is back again with their Adopt-a-Family program. Currently, around 54 families and seniors in need have signed up for assistance. 

The organization said 40 families have been adopted, leaving 14 opportunities for the community to provide a better holiday for those in need.

Individuals looking to help the Andrew County Ministries can donate items such as food for holiday dinners, household items, clothes or toys for children. 

For one of the leaders of this program, Pastor Terry Weaver, helping provide a better holiday is more than just giving back.

"I think that time when they come in to register is just a safe moment for them to tell their story. Especially right now, with the need for food and the question of "am I going to pay my bills or am I going to buy food?" said Weaver. "'I don't have anything to give my children this year,' to hear those stories. I'm a pastor, so there's a lot of praying when they want it. Sharing that moment with them and knowing that they've come to a place where they can be safe and get help. "

Anyone wishing to adopt a family or a senior in need is encouraged to call 816-408-0450.

Registration is open until Dec. 5 for families and seniors in Andrew County who need assistance.

More information on the Andrew County Ministries can be found by visiting their website www.andrewcountyministries.com.