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Sharon McBride
Third (3rd) District Councilmember
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PRESS RELEASE
MEMORANDUM
TO: MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL
FROM: SHARON MCBRIDE, THIRD (3RD) DISTRICT CITY COUNCILMEMBER
DATE: THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026
SUBJECT: THIRD (3RD) DISTRICT COUNCILMEMBER SHARON MCBRIDE CALLS FOR
COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR MARANATHA FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES
Third (3rd) District Councilmember Sharon McBride Calls for Community Support for
Maranatha Fellowship Ministries
SOUTH BEND, IN - Third (3rd) District Councilmember Sharon McBride calls for community support for
Maranatha Fellowship Ministries.
Our community is deeply saddened by the devasting fire that has caused severe damage to one of our
historic churches located in the third (3rd) district. The building has been declared inhabitable, and the
congregation has suffered a tremendous loss of both place of worship and cherished community landmark.
During this difficult time, we ask our community to come together in support of those affected. Immediate
need includes donations of food and clothes and other essential items to assist members of the church family
as they recover from this tragedy. Unfortunately, due to the incident, some church resources, such as the
Project Love Program, have been suspended until further notice.
Those who would like to provide financial assistance are encouraged to contact Maranatha Fellowship
Ministries by phone at 574-347-2594 or by email at maranatha1406@yahoo.com.
On behalf of the South Bend Common Council, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our firefighters, first
responders, and all those who have already stepped forward to offer support.
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