FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN – Syracuse Mobile Pack Event | Executive Pastor Ben Taylor Interview
Join us for an incredible conversation with Ben Taylor, Executive Pastor at The Vineyard Church, as we discuss their upcoming Feed My Starving Children event happening March 18-21, 2026!
In this episode, Ben shares the inspiring journey from wastewater engineer to church leadership, and details how The Vineyard Church has packed nearly 6 MILLION meals since 2009, feeding almost 16,000 kids worldwide. Learn how YOU can get involved in this life-changing event that transforms lives across the globe.
📅 Event Details:
Feed My Starving Children Syracuse Mobile Pack
March 18-21, 2026
The Vineyard Church – State Fair Location
Packing slots available from morning to evening – perfect for individuals, families, schools, and businesses!
Chapters:
0:00 – Welcome & Introduction to New Good News York Facility
0:41 – Meet Ben Taylor, Executive Pastor at Vineyard Church
1:05 – Ben’s Background: From Wastewater Engineer to Pastor
1:57 – The Decision to Change Careers & God’s Calling
3:10 – What the Vineyard Church Does: Three Locations in CNY
4:02 – Weekly Food Pantries Serving the Community
4:23 – Ben’s Role: Executive Pastor & Occasional Preaching
5:15 – What Makes The Vineyard Different: "Come As You Are & Be Loved"
6:31 – Introduction to Feed My Starving Children Program
7:02 – What is MannaPack? The Meals That Save Lives
8:07 – Over 2,000 Volunteers Packing Meals in March
8:26 – 16 Years of Service: 6 Million Meals Since 2009
9:17 – How the Partnership with FMSC Began in 2009
10:11 – The Power of Hands-On Service & Community Engagement
11:01 – Volunteers from Schools & Businesses: Wegmans, YMCA, M&T
12:27 – How to Get Involved: Volunteering & Donations
12:45 – Just $106 Feeds a Kid for an Entire Year
13:36 – Goal: Feed 1,200 Kids ($129,000 Fundraising Target)
14:17 – Sponsorship Packages: Child, Classroom, Village
15:01 – Vineyard Connects 501(c)(3) & How to Sign Up
15:34 – Packing Slots: March 18-21 (Morning, Afternoon, Evening)
15:54 – "There’s Really No Excuse" – Ways to Make a Difference
16:14 – The Impact of Generosity on Your Soul
17:26 – Encouragement to Engage with Global Organizations
18:06 – Seeing the Impact: Reports & Mission Trips
19:15 – Upcoming Mission Trip to Dominican Republic (May 2026)
20:00 – Final Plugs: VineyardNY.org & Social Media
20:39 – Food Pantry Information & How to Volunteer Locally
21:14 – Closing Thoughts: Changing the World Through Action
21:33 – Wrap-Up & Where to Find Good News York
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LINKS & RESOURCES:
🌐 The Vineyard Church: www.vineyardny.org
📦 Food Pantry Info: www.vineyardny.org/pantry
📱 Social Media: @VineyardNYStateFair
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About Feed My Starving Children:
Since 1982, Feed My Starving Children has distributed over 5 BILLION meals worldwide. Each MannaPack meal contains rice, vegetables, soy, and vitamins specifically formulated for growing children. Just $106 feeds a child for an entire year!
The Vineyard Church operates three buildings in Central New York with weekly food pantries serving the local community every week. This is more than just a church – it’s a movement of generosity and service.
