Main Mission Minisries:

Food Pantry

The JOFC food pantry is a community-based program that provides food assistance to individuals and families in need. The pantry distributes bags and boxes of food items for families to take home and prepare.

Health & Welfare

The JOFC Health and Wellness Ministry's primary focus is to provide resources to improve our JOFC Family's overall health. By doing so, we can all better serve our Lord and Savior. We emphasize the importance of actively caring for our physical, emotional, and spiritual health and overall well-being through education, information, and support. This ministry promotes wellness by encouraging healthy eating habits, regular exercise, sufficient rest, routine checkups, and stress management. We offer printed and online materials, fitness activities, and special events to support these initiatives, including Cancer Awareness and an annual Blood drive.

We’d love to have you join us in our Annual Blood Drive at Journey of Faith United Methodist Church! To donate, please feel free to stop by or contact us for more details. Our church is located at 2900 Smalwood Dr. West, Waldorf, MD 20603, and our doors are open every Sunday from 8 AM to 12 PM for service. Our pastor is also available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1 PM to 3 PM to answer any questions and discuss how you can make a difference.

As a partner with the American Red Cross, here are the general requirements to donate blood:

Age: You must be at least 17 years old (or 16 with parental consent, if allowed by state law).

Weight: A minimum of 110 pounds.

Health: You should be in good health and feeling well.

Medications: Most medications don’t disqualify you, but some may require a waiting period.

Travel: Recent travel to certain areas may temporarily affect eligibility.

Tattoos/Piercings: If you’ve had one in the past 3 months, you may need to wait before donating.

Health Conditions: Certain conditions may affect eligibility; please discuss with the Red Cross staff.

We’re excited to help you get started with the donation process and look forward to seeing you soon!

We typically will accept any non-perishable, shelf-stable items that are nutritious and easy to store. This will exclude:

Perishable Items

Fresh produce (fruits, vegetables)

Dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt)

Meat, poultry, and seafood 

Prepared or home-cooked meals

Expired or Damaged Items

Items past their expiration or "best by" date

Opened or partially used packages

Dented, rusted, or damaged cans

Non-Food Items

Misc

Alcoholic beverages

And This Will Include:

Staples

Rice, pasta, and dried beans

Canned meats (e.g., chicken, tuna, salmon)

Peanut butter and other nut butters

Canned Goods

Soups, stews, and chili

Vegetables (low-sodium preferred)

Fruits (packed in water or 100% juice)

Boxed Goods

Cereal, oatmeal, and granola

Crackers and snack bars

Cooking Essentials

Cooking oil (vegetable, olive)

Flour, sugar, and baking mixes

Herbs, spices, and condiments (e.g., ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise)

Baby Items

Baby formula

Baby food (jarred or pouches)

Other

Shelf-stable milk or milk alternatives

Juice boxes or powdered drink mixes

We’d love to have your support for our Food Pantry! To donate items, simply get in touch with our on-call trustees who are ready to assist you. Visit our contact page to send us an email or give us a call—we’ll be happy to coordinate with you and make the process easy. Thank you for helping us serve our community!

Any Miscellaneous/Special Skills You Would Like To Volunteer With The Journey Of Faith United Methodist Church As We Serve The Community Please Feel Shoot Us An Email Using The "Contact Us "Page Detailing Your Calling So We Can Coordinate With You Personally!

We Will Have Details Posted In The Events Tab Of Any Upcoming Events, And Reguarly We Have:

Food Pantry Every 2nd Saturday Of The Month 9-11 AM

Blood Drives Annually Towards The End Of The Year

And Also Feel Free To Stop By The Church Personally!