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Founded in 1998 as Papa’s Pantry by Lynne Saunders, Encompass Ministries began with a simple mission: to fight hunger and offer hope to families in crisis. What started as a food outreach quickly grew into a holistic ministry addressing the deeper needs of stability, offering job coaching, financial literacy, and life skills training.
In 2005, we moved to our current Woodstock location, launched The Master’s Training Center, and expanded our reach through offsite programs in shelters, recovery centers, and transitional housing. To reflect our growing impact, we became Encompass Ministries in 2019.
Today, we serve thousands each year through Christ-centered support that nourishes both body and soul, empowering individuals and families to move from crisis to lasting stability.
A thriving community where everyone has the support, tools, and hope to build a stable life, and no one goes to bed hungry.
Encompass Ministries empowers individuals and families to regain stability and self-reliance through food assistance, employment strategies, and life skills, building a stronger community where everyone can thrive and no one goes to bed hungry.
God at the Center Our work is rooted in Biblical values and prayerful guidance.
Compassion for All We serve with empathy, dignity, and respect for every individual.
Empowerment We use charitable support as a bridge to lasting self-sufficiency and growth.

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Our shelves could use a little extra love! 💙 We're currently in need of potted meats, salty and sweet snacks, canned fruit, and assorted sizes of freezer bags. If you're able to help, donations can be dropped off directly at Encompass Ministries, or you can shop from our Amazon Wishlist and have items delivered right to us! Every donation, big or small, helps us continue serving families in our community. Thank you for always showing up when there's a need! 💚 🛒 Amazon Wishlist: https://a.co/0216wOPZ

💚 Our pantry shelves need your help! We're running extremely low on several essential items, and your generosity can make a real difference for the families we serve! You can donate items directly or purchase from our Amazon Wish List to help us restock. Want to make an even bigger impact? Host a food drive! We'd love to partner with you! 📧 Interested? Reach out to heather@encompassministriesinc.org https://a.co/8UcHJNn Every donation, big or small, helps us continue serving our community! 💙

We would love to add a few vendors to our car show, so come join us for a great cause! If you're revved up and ready to go, you can click the link below. Questions??? You can email or message me directly. https://www.eventeny.com/events/vendor/?id=55881

Our shelves could use a little love! 💛 As we continue serving families in our community, we’re running low on a few important items: 🛒 Men’s & women’s Depends 🍑 Canned & individual fruit cups 🥨 Salty & sweet snack items 🥞 Pancake syrup 🥫 Bottles of condiments & salad dressings 🥣 Individual grits & oatmeal packets 💚 Donations can be dropped off directly at Encompass Ministries, or you can make it even easier by purchasing items through our Amazon link and having them sent directly to us! https://a.co/8UcHJNn Thank you for helping us continue to Nourish. Grow. Thrive.

💚 Starting the week strong and looking toward the future! For the past 28 years, Encompass Ministries has continued to grow and evolve alongside the community we serve. As we look ahead, we want to make sure we’re focusing on what matters most to YOU, our clients, supporters, volunteers, partners, and community members. Your voice matters, and we’d love to hear from you! Please take a few minutes to complete our brief survey and help us continue to grow, improve, and serve our community well. 👉 Take the survey here: https://form.jotform.com/262714626567061 Thank you for being part of the Encompass community and helping us continue to Nourish. Grow. Thrive. 💚

It's time for the Friday Bread Table! Please join us if you are in needed of a food. If you have any questions please give us a call at 770-591-4707

🚨 WARNING: Looking at cool cars may cause excessive revving noises, spontaneous opinions about horsepower, and the sudden urge to say, “You should hear her run.” 😂 Good news! You can experience all the symptoms at the Krause with a Cause Car Show! 📅 October 17 | ⏰ 8 AM–1 PM 🔥 Cool cars. Great cause. Zero boring plans. Got a ride worth showing off? Register it and join us! https://krauseforacause.org/products/krause-for-a-cause-inaugural-car-show?variant=43630729560177 Just love cars? Come hang out, check out the lineup, and support some amazing local organizations. And yes… you are absolutely allowed to pretend you know what’s under the hood. 😎

Come out and see us at the Waymark car show!

We loved having students from Core Community School volunteer with us on Friday! They did an amazing job setting up our Bread Table and eagerly jumped in to help unload a surprise pallet. We’re so proud of their hard work and grateful for their hearts for serving others! 💙

🌿 Save the Date! 🌿 Something special is growing... and we'd love for you to be part of it. Join us for the Nourish. Grow. Thrive. Legacy Breakfast, a morning of inspiration, connection, and community impact as we celebrate the work God is doing through Encompass Ministries and look toward the future together. For nearly three decades, we've had the privilege of walking alongside families, meeting immediate needs, and helping build pathways toward lasting stability. This breakfast is an opportunity to hear stories of hope, see the impact of your support, and discover how you can help cultivate an even brighter future. Whether you're an individual, a church, or a local business, there's a place for you at the table.

It's that day of the week! Come see us today. Please be aware we have pushed back our hours slightly to 11:30.

Hey everyone! Our bread table hours have changed, but don't let that stop you from coming by to get what you need. We will now be hosting our weekly FREE bread table from 11:30am-1:30pm every Friday. Be sure to spread the word and stop by! Located at 6551 Commerce Parkway, Woodstock GA, 30189

🌱 Our garden is in full bloom, and we couldn't be more grateful! Every fresh vegetable harvested helps provide healthy, nutritious food for the families we serve. It's a beautiful reminder that when a community comes together, hope grows right alongside the harvest. Thank you to all the Cherokee Master Gardeners who helps care for our garden. Your hard work is making a real difference one vegetable, one family, and one blessing at a time. 💚

One unexpected expense can change everything. A medical bill, car repair, or reduced work hours can quickly create a crisis for hardworking families. At Encompass Ministries, we're here to provide hope, support, and a path toward stability. 💙 #EncompassMinistries #HopeStartsHere #CommunitySupport #FoodInsecurity

We will not be hosting the weekly bread table in observance of the Holiday. We look forward to seeing everyone next week! 🦅On behalf of Encompass Ministries, may you have a safe and wonderful Independence Day 🦅

We are currently in need of a few items. If you feel led to donate, you can purchase items from the amazon link or drop off items at https://a.co/8UcHJNn 📍6551 Commerce Parkway Woodstock, GA 30189

Food insecurity can happen to anyone. You don't have to face it alone. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and learn how Encompass Ministries can help provide food and support for your family.

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. This Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude for those who gave so much for our freedom. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful holiday as we remember our heroes.

We are celebrating something truly special! One of our incredible partners has graduated with her Bachelor's Degree! It has been such a privilege to watch her work hard, stay determined, and reach this incredible milestone. Stories like hers remind us that with support, perseverance, and opportunity, amazing things can happen. We are so proud of you and can't wait to see what comes next!

Have you ever heard of "gleaning"? Well, we hadn't either! That is until we partnered with Society of St. Andrew. SOSA is an organization that fights hunger. One of the many things they do is "glean" the unsold products from farmers markets. These items go directly back into the community to provide fresh items to families and individuals in need. We are so excited to partner with them to provide more fresh options to our clients. #newpartnerships #societyofsaintandrew #encompassministries #endhungertogether

A huge thank you to Victory Church North Cobb for coming out and serving with us at Encompass Ministries! Because of your hard work helping us reorganize and rebuild our pantry, we’re now able to offer a more welcoming, organized, and dignified shopping experience for the families we serve. Your willingness to give your time and energy has made a lasting impact, not just on our space, but on every client who walks through our doors. We are so grateful for your partnership and for your heart to serve our community. Thank you for helping us create a place where hope and care are felt the moment someone walks in. #ThankYou #CommunityPartners #EncompassMinistries #VictoryChurchNorthCobb

🌱 Exciting news! 🌱 The Master Gardeners are back with another great class on April 11th! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn, grow, and connect. 🌼 You can register at the link below. We hope to see you there! https://cherokeemastergardeners.com/event/primed-for-peppers/

🍀Happy St. Patrick's Day from Encompass Ministries! 🍀

A little motivation for your Monday! At Encompass we're here to help you take those steps toward change. Through support, encouragement, and practical resources, we're committed to helping individuals and families grow and thrive. Check out our website or give us a call today. 770-591-4707 www.encompassministriesinc.org

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