Daily Bread

During his Earthly ministry, Jesus placed special attention on the poor and commanded his followers to minister to the least fortunate amongst them and to treat them with dignity and respect.  This call went beyond mere social obligation; this was a commandment from God that was to be followed.   

Following the example set by Christ, the Daily Bread provides food and hot and cold beverages in a welcoming, safe and supportive environment for the poor, from Tuesday-Friday from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm in our courtyard between the cathedral and the Glebe, entrance off Spring Garden Rd. 

A team of volunteers arrives every morning, Tuesday to Friday, to organize and prepare the food and drinks before opening to receive guests at 1:00 pm. Ministry coordinators gather to go over the roles the volunteers will serve that day, bring up matters that require closer attention and have a short prayer for those they are to serve. These roles range from greeting people at the door, to serving food and drinks, and picking up needed supplies.

Our volunteers come from all walks of life, with many coming from other Parishes and from outside the city center.  It is not unusual to see current and retired priests and members of religious orders, or past and current Pastoral Council members working along with them.  Everybody who volunteers is united in the goal of serving those in our society who need it the most.

To donate online go to https://www.halifaxyarmouth.org/cathedral/donate-now and select The Daily Bread Outreach Fund.