Tim and I have been members at Roseville Lutheran for 18 years.  When we joined, our boys, Noah(25) and Jonah(23) were attending Central Park Elementary School.  We were actively involved at Central Park while our kids were there; whether it was with the Cub Scouts, helping build the playground, being coaches for Destination Imagination and helping with classroom activities.  We loved being Central Park Parents!

Two years ago, I read The Table article about Roseville Lutheran’s partnership with Central Park.  I did not realize that there were so many children that rely on free breakfast and lunch at school and may not have a meal over the weekend. This touched my heart.  Central Park Elementary school meant so much to my family and I did not realize how much it had changed.

I wanted to make a difference. I wanted to be a part of giving these kids the same opportunities my kids had. I now sponsor a child and I volunteer to fill backpacks with food while kids are in class. I have enjoyed being back at Central Park.  When a Central Park staff person told me how excited the kids are when they receive the food on Fridays, I could see how important it is for Roseville Lutheran to partner in this way.

Jennifer Bergman