Mobile ministry: Valley church continues mission, serves nearly 10,000 meals

Desert Cove SDA Church's mobile ministry says it has served 9,948 meals since January 2024 and helped 151 people enter programs, while offering meals, clothing and connections to housing and health services.

Desert Cove SDA Church in El Mirage operates a mobile ministry that visits locations across the Valley to hand out home-cooked meals, water, clothing and shoes. Volunteers also offer prayer and connect people to housing, mental health and addiction resources. ABC15 first reported on the group in May 2024 and returned to follow up on their progress through late 2025. Church members describe the effort as meeting people where they are and offering fellowship alongside services. Key details: - Since January 2024, the ministry reports handing out 9,948 meals (figures through Nov. 30, 2025). - The church says it has helped 151 people leave the streets and enter programs. - In a September visit, volunteers served about 50–60 people in a short time near Indian School Road and 27th Avenue. - Volunteers provide meals, clothing, water and prayer, and they work to connect people with housing and health services. - The story includes Darryl, who had been living on the street for five months, recently lost his job and was battling cancer; he received clothing and a hot meal and said he felt good that day. Summary: The ministry's efforts have reached thousands and helped scores of people access programs, according to the church's figures. ABC15's reporting includes a follow-up segment scheduled to air as a second part on Friday.