FAITH IN THE FARM “Feeding the City with Faith and Freshness” Proverbs 22:9



FAITH IN THE FARM

“Feeding the City with Faith and Freshness”

A Faith-Fueled Food Force in Fort Worth, Texas: https://youtu.be/k0YNHiFZ3xg

“The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9




Fort Worth’s 76104 ZIP code is recognized as the area with the lowest life expectancy in Texas, averaging just 67 years. This stark reality underscores the urgent need for sustainable, faith-driven solutions to address food insecurity, health disparities, and generational poverty.


Faith in the Farm is a holistic initiative led by New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church. By connecting local farmers with urban families, we provide fresh produce, nutritious meals, and agricultural education, while nurturing spiritual growth and community empowerment.


“The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9


This initiative transforms food deserts into fields of hope, equity, and nourishment, demonstrating how faith and farming together can heal communities.






The Challenge: Food Insecurity in 76104



Food insecurity in Fort Worth’s inner city is both a social and spiritual crisis. Many residents lack access to fresh, healthy food, leading to chronic illness, malnutrition, and early death. African-American and Latino families are disproportionately affected.


“Then Jesus declared, ‘I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.’” – John 6:35


Residents often live in food deserts despite proximity to major hospitals. Poverty, trauma, and systemic exclusion compound the problem, creating urgent need for collaborative, faith-based solutions.


“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will reward them for what they have done.” – Proverbs 19:17






Mission and Vision



Mission:

Provide fresh, nutritious food to underserved communities while equipping residents with spiritual guidance, practical skills, and educational resources to thrive.


Vision:

A Fort Worth where every family in 76104 has access to healthy food, faith mentorship, and sustainable economic opportunities, breaking cycles of poverty and despair.


“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” – Hebrews 13:16






Core Principles



  1. Generosity as the Foundation: Guided by Proverbs 22:9, we lead with a commitment to share abundance with those in need.
  2. Faith-Driven Action: Every program is grounded in Scripture, prayer, and service.
  3. Food Equity: Fresh, locally sourced produce ensures access to healthy meals.
  4. Community Collaboration: Partnering with churches, farmers, and nonprofits for scalable, sustainable impact.
  5. Education & Empowerment: Urban farming, nutrition, and food entrepreneurship programs.
  6. Holistic Wellness: Addressing spiritual, emotional, and physical health in tandem.







Program Components




1. Urban Farming & Gardens



Residents cultivate vegetables, fruits, and herbs in community gardens. Workshops teach sustainable farming and stewardship principles.


“The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it.” – Genesis 2:15



2. Faith-Based Nutrition & Cooking Workshops



Hands-on classes teach healthy meal prep, preservation, and budgeting, infused with Scripture and prayer.


“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” – 1 Corinthians 10:31



3. Food Distribution & Pantry Services



Weekly distributions of fresh produce and groceries ensure no family goes hungry, prioritizing children, seniors, and families in crisis.


“Give us today our daily bread.” – Matthew 6:11

“The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9



4. Spiritual Mentorship & Community Engagement



Volunteers provide mentorship, Bible studies, and prayer circles to nurture spiritual growth alongside food programs.


“Feed my lambs…Take care of my sheep.” – John 21:15–16






Impact Goals



Short-Term:


  • Serve 500+ households monthly with fresh produce.
  • Conduct 12 urban farming and nutrition workshops per year.
  • Engage 100+ volunteers annually in service.



Long-Term:


  • Improve life expectancy in 76104 through nutrition and wellness.
  • Develop micro-enterprises in urban farming and food entrepreneurship.
  • Cultivate spiritually grounded leaders to sustain the mission.



“Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.” – Hebrews 13:16


Partnerships & Sustainability



Faith in the Farm thrives through collaboration:


  • Farmers: Provide fresh produce and technical expertise.
  • Churches & Faith-Based Nonprofits: Provide volunteers, mentorship, and spiritual guidance.
  • Community & Philanthropy: Grants, donations, and local fundraising sustain operations.



“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” – 1 Peter 4:10



Why Farmers Should Join Faith in the Farm



Your Participation Will:


  1. Extend your impact: Your surplus harvest feeds families in need.
  2. Grow your legacy: Plant seeds of hope in underserved communities.
  3. Strengthen community partnerships: Collaborate with faith leaders, nonprofits, and civic organizations.
  4. Honor God through service: Turn your agricultural abundance into a blessing for others.



“The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9


“Faith in the Farm is more than food on the table — it is faith in action, love made visible, and the light of Christ shining in the darkest places.”


Conclusion



Faith in the Farm is a faith-based food justice movement. By merging faith, farming, and education, it restores hope, dignity, and life in Fort Worth’s most vulnerable neighborhoods.


“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’” – Matthew 25:40


Through partnerships with farmers, churches, and volunteers, we can ensure that where you live no longer determines how long you live.


“The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.” – Proverbs 22:9




Contact:

Pastor Kyev P. Tatum, Sr.

New Mount Rose Missionary Baptist Church

Fort Worth, Texas 76104

817-966-7625 | kptatum1@gmail.com |  www.newmountrose.com





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