Heed the Need distributes groceries to needy families on a monthly basis. Each Sunday a large basket is placed in the cross-aisle of the church for members of the congregation to bring non-perishable items to donate to the programme. Staples such as canned goods, baby cereal, Milo, tea mix, instant beverages and soap, etc. serve to support families struggling to get by. Assistance has even been provided in obtaining school shoes, bed linen, mattresses etc. from time to time. The programme was started in 1991 and currently responds to the needs of thirty families in real difficulties. Every year our church holds a Harvest Garden Party to raise funds for our Outreach Programmes and the maintenance of our church. Heed the need is just one of the programmes that benefits. In addition, the generosity of individuals during the Christmas season serves to ease the recipients.Currently the Heed the Need programme is managed by Marie Ullyett and assisted by Rachel Wilkie. Supplies are distributed on the first Wednesday of each month.