St. Moses' Mart
Feeding Body & Soul
"For I was hungry and you gave me food."
— Matthew 25:35
St. Moses Mart is an 18,000 sq. ft. Orthodox Christian food bank and chapel rising in the heart of Shreveport's MLK Jr. neighborhood — transforming a historic grocery store into a beacon of mercy, nourishment, and worship for all who need it.
A Sanctuary Reborn
What was once Lo-Mart Grocery Store — a neighborhood institution founded in 1975 in the MLK Jr. / Cooper Road area of Shreveport, Louisiana — is being reborn as something far greater. St. Moses Mart is an 18,000 square foot facility being transformed by the grace of God and the generosity of the faithful, into a free community food market and Orthodox Christian chapel.
Led by Father Jason and rooted in the ancient Orthodox Christian tradition, the food bank is entirely dedicated to St. Moses the Black — the fourth-century Desert Father who himself journeyed from a life of hardship to become one of the Church's greatest saints of mercy and humility. His life is our model.
We are partnering with the Northwest Louisiana Food Bank to distribute hundreds of thousands of pounds of free food annually — fresh produce, canned goods, dairy, meats, and more — to those who qualify.
Mission & Faith
"We want to be a place where people can come and receive food, and also receive the love of God."
Distributing hundreds of thousands of pounds of free food annually through our partnership with the Northwest Louisiana Food Bank — produce, meats, dairy, canned goods, and hot meals.
The Chapel of St. Simon of Cyrene provides a sacred space for Orthodox Christian worship — Divine Liturgy, Vespers, and the sacramental life of the ancient Church.
After-school programs, hot meals three times a week, and a community of volunteers united by the commandment to love our neighbor as ourselves.
St. Moses the Black
Born in Ethiopia, Moses was a former slave and robber chief who experienced a radical conversion and became one of the greatest Desert Fathers of the Egyptian wilderness. His life — from violence and hardship to profound holiness — makes him the perfect patron for a mission that meets people where they are, without judgment.
His famous saying, "Go, sit in your cell, and your cell will teach you everything," reflects the Orthodox conviction that transformation comes through humility, prayer, and faithful service — exactly the spirit of St. Moses Mart.
Food Bank Services
In partnership with the Northwest Louisiana Food Bank, St. Moses Mart will operate a full-service free community food market to those who qualify in an 18,000 square foot facility — the former Lo-Mart Grocery Store, a neighborhood landmark since 1975.
Fresh Produce
Seasonal fruits and vegetables sourced through the Northwest Louisiana Food Bank partnership, distributed weekly to qualifying families.
Pantry Staples
Canned goods, grains, pasta, bread, and shelf-stable essentials to stock families' pantries and reduce food insecurity.
Meat & Dairy
Protein and dairy items including meats, eggs, cheese, and milk — distributed on a regular schedule to those in need.
Hot Meals
Free hot meals served approximately three times per week at lunchtime — a warm, dignified meal for anyone who comes through our doors.
After-School Program
A safe, nurturing after-school environment for children in the MLK Jr. neighborhood — providing meals, tutoring, and community.
NW LA Food Bank Partner
As an official partner of the Northwest Louisiana Food Bank, we access hundreds of thousands of pounds of food annually for our community.
No One Turned Away
St. Moses Mart will serve the MLK Jr. neighborhood and surrounding communities of Northwest Louisiana. Hot meals will be available to anyone who comes to our door.
Chapel & Worship
Chapel of St. Simon of Cyrene
Within the walls of St. Moses Mart, a chapel is being established and dedicated to St. Simon of Cyrene — the man compelled to carry the cross of Christ on the road to Calvary. Like Simon, we are called to bear one another's burdens.
Father Jason envisions a space where the ancient liturgical tradition of the Orthodox Church is celebrated in the midst of a community food bank — where the Eucharist and the feeding of the hungry exist side by side, as they did in the earliest Christian communities.
The chapel will feature an iconostasis, Byzantine-style icons, and the full cycle of Orthodox worship — open to all who seek the living God.
"The chapel and the food bank are not two separate things. They are one mission — to love God and to love our neighbor. You cannot do one without the other."
How You Can Help
Make a Donation
Every gift — large or small — directly funds free food distribution, hot meals, and the chapel renovation. Your generosity is an act of worship.
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Volunteer
Join our community of volunteers. Help sort and distribute food, serve hot meals, assist with after-school programs, or support the chapel renovation.
In-Kind Giving
Donate non-perishable food items, cleaning supplies, kitchen equipment, or building materials for the chapel renovation. Contact us to arrange a drop-off.
Events & News
Grand Opening Celebration
Join us for the grand opening of St. Moses Mart — food distribution, chapel blessing, and community celebration. Date to be announced.
Hot Meals Program
Free hot meals served approximately three times per week at lunchtime. Open to all community members. No registration required.
Food Distribution Days
Regular free food distribution in partnership with the Northwest Louisiana Food Bank. Fresh produce, pantry staples, and more for qualifying families.
Contact & Location
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Shreveport, Louisiana 71107