Groceries, meals, family fun planned for weekend Convoy of Hope events

Convoy of Hope, which will truck in two tractor-trailers filled with groceries to distribute this weekend, drives home the point that people who are hungry and hurting can get help and hope.

Pastor Al Yanno of Metro Assembly of God, 2530 South Ave., said the international relief organization will be showcased during two Day of Hope events Saturday in the Valley. Groceries will be distributed, meals provided and family-oriented activities offered. Activities will take place at Wilson Middle School in Youngstown and Salem High School. Convoy of Hope, a faith-based organization, partners with local churches, government agencies and other nonprofits in its humanitarian mission.

Pastor Yanno said the Convoy of Hope events coincide with a Reach Conference of the Assembly of God and Ohio Youth Ministry Network on Friday and Saturday at Victory Christian Center in Coitsville. The event will attract some 1,000 sixth- through 12th-grade students, young adults, youth leaders and pastors, parents and lead pastors.

Pastor Yanno said as part of “learning to reach out to others,” the conference participants will be involved in the Day of Hope events.

Read more about the weekend's activities in Thursday's Vindicator or on Vindy.com.