When
3rd Saturday of every month
A ministry of Journey Church
Free groceries. Real hope.
Every third Saturday.
Open to anyone in Jacksonville and the surrounding communities. No appointment, no paperwork, no judgement. Just food, prayer, and a community that’s glad you came.
About the pantry
Meet practical needs. Remind people they’re not alone.
Our heart is simple: help meet practical needs while reminding people they’re not alone.
Once a month, we provide groceries and essential items to individuals and families, creating space for hope, encouragement, and real connection. We serve neighbors from across Jacksonville, Orange Park, and Argyle.
Because of the generosity of our church and community partners, we’re able to serve with consistency and purpose, helping people experience not just provision, but the love of Christ in a tangible way.
“We’re not running a transaction. We’re sending people home with food, and the reminder that God sees them.” The Good Living Pantry team
By the numbers
A church making a real difference.
12×
Pantry days a year
2hr
Doors open, third Saturday
100%
Free, no paperwork
All
Are welcome here
What to expect
Everyone is welcome.
No appointment. No paperwork. No proof of need. We serve on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last for the day.
1
Arrive at the church
Park out front. Our team will direct you to the pantry tables. You’ll see the line and the smiles right away.
2
Pick up groceries & essentials
Boxes are pre-packed with pantry staples, fresh produce when available, and household items like toiletries.
3
Receive prayer if you’d like it
A team member will offer to pray for you, your family, or anything you’re walking through. Saying no is just as welcome as saying yes.
“I would have lost heart, unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.”
Psalm 27:13
Together, we believe our community will continue to see the goodness of the Lord, right here, right now.
Moments from a Saturday
What a pantry day actually looks like.
Serve at the pantry
Just show up.
You can show up on a pantry day (every 3rd Saturday) and ask for a lead to direct you. We’d also love for you to fill out the serve-team interest form so we can plug you into the right role and stay in touch.
Bring your kids. Bring a friend. Stay an hour or stay the whole morning. It all counts, and we’ll be glad you came.
Commonly asked questions
Questions, answered.
Do I have to sign up to serve?
No. You can show up on a give-day (Saturday) and ask for a lead to direct you. We would also love for you to fill out the serve-team interest form so we can plug you into the right role.
Can I bring my kids to serve?
Yes. Families of all ages are welcome to serve together.
Do I have to serve the whole time?
No. We’d love to have you anywhere from an hour to the whole day, whatever works for you.
What are the areas to serve at the food pantry?
- Intercessor: pray over the day, the volunteers, and the families being served.
- Builder: assemble and pack boxes of food.
- Prayer line: greet, check people in, and pray over them as they arrive.
- Loader: load food boxes into cars.
Who can I contact with questions about the food pantry?
For any additional questions, reach out to Shenette Sparks at (954) 805-0829.
Get involved
Show up the third Saturday.
Whether you’re coming to receive or coming to serve, you’re welcome at the Good Living Food Pantry.