By Marla Jones, Managing Editor • marla@southerntorch.com (Submitted Photo)

HENAGAR, Ala. — Since the Stay at Home order was issued, many people in our area have been displaced from their jobs. 

During these difficult times, some people are wondering where their next meal will come from.  People are looking for support and Mark Young is no stranger to helping the community.

Young has served dinners for Thanksgiving and Christmas for those who have no place to go, for many years out of his own pocket. 

In March 2020, Mark Young and his ministry started running his food truck to help feed those suffering during this time. People are greeted with a smiling face and signs with uplifting scriptures as they receive their meal. 

Young serves hot meals on Tuesday and Friday. The food ministry has served more than 1,000 meals weekly since the pandemic.  The ministry also offers supplies for anyone that needs extra help during this time. 

Young has friends who donate food to his ministry weekly and has support from some local churches. 

“I have some to walk up to me and hand me $100 or $40, even $20.  I still have to go into my pocket but it’s a blessing” said Mark Young. “I am feeding over 1,000 meals a week and its growing with less money BUT God!!!”

Mark Young is a humble man who would never ask for assistance.  His gift is service. The number of meals feeding our local community has to be a huge financial burden.  If you would like to support his ministry, he can be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/markyoung.