From the Fields to the Table: How one congregation is meeting hunger

This month’s ELCA World Hunger Domestic Hunger Spotlight shares the story of Floricel Liborio, a community leader in California, and the faithful response of Iglesia Luterana Santa María Peregrina. Amid fear surrounding immigration enforcement and real hunger among farmworker families, the congregation—supported by an ELCA World Hunger grant—is providing grocery assistance and standing in visible solidarity.

Grounded in relationships, advocacy, and Christ-centered love, this story lifts up what it looks like to accompany neighbors in vulnerable moments. It is a powerful reminder of how the church participates in God’s work of abundant life. Read more.

Editor’s note: Iglesia Luterana Santa María Peregrina in Stockton, CA is the congregation served by the Rev. Nelson H. Rabell-González, who is the curator of the 40-40-40 Region 2 Lenten Challenge for 2026.