Open Hands Food Pantry

The Open Hands Food Pantry was inspired by the bible verse Psalms 145:15-16, “The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food at the proper time. You open your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing. “


Erica Perry-Broekemeier is the Director of Mission Outreach who serves as the administrator for the Open Hands Food Pantry. Erica can be reached at 217-222-8579 or openhands@lcosj.org. 


Hours of Operation

Mondays and Thursdays

10:00am-2:00pm


Open Hands will be closed

Memorial Day, Monday, May 30th



Toiletries Drive

The Lutheran Church of St. John is collecting toiletries as these are often expensive items which other food assistance programs do not cover. Bring your donations to the church!