The Earthworks Farm is certified organic , the only one in the city of Detroit . They use no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides . They manage their soils through composting and various cover crops that increase fertility and soil biology and utilize cultural practices such as proper spacing , rotations , and using “ row covers ” to mitigate pest and disease problems . Earthworks is a fully owned program of the Capuchin Soup Kitchen ; it was established in 1998 , and the majority of the produce is used for meals in the kitchen .
Although its primary activity is to run the farm , Earthworks is also active within the community ; it hosts classes for Detroit gardeners , provides a youth after-school program , and has a nine-month intensive grower-training program for adults .
To further support the organic health of the Earthworks Farm , the Capuchin Soup
The friars ’ purpose with this program is to build a quality food system with the combination of education , inspiration 58 and community involvement .
Kitchen also operates an apiary , handling the colonies of bees to promote biodiversity in the gardens . It has the additional benefits of increasing pollination rates , attracting beneficial insects and producing honey . The honey produced by the soup kitchen is considered raw and never expires .
The Capuchins ’ history in Detroit further illustrates their serious attention to their stated mission : Inspired by St . Francis , we tend to peoples ’ basic needs , especially the need for food , strive to stimulate minds and nourish spirits , and work to understand root causes of social injustice in our community . In all we do , we seek to build alliances with others who share a commitment to this vision .
Along with the broad range of support services offered by the soup kitchen , spiritual care and support is always at hand for anyone who seeks it . It is a further testimony to the quality and integrity of the programs that this guidance is always available but never forced . It is the spiritual dimension that sets the Capuchin Soup Kitchen apart from so many other social agencies .
One can sense a special spirit immediately upon passing through its doors . The caring and gentle nature of all who serve are a reflection of the passion for service to people that was the heart of St . Francis .
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