The Mission at Kern County hosted its annual Christmas meal on Friday, offering more than 600 holiday meals and presents for individuals and families experiencing homelessness and food insecurity before the holiday weekend.

The meal was served to guests at The Mission鈥檚 mess hall and featured holiday staples like ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans and plenty of pie. Along with the meal, guests received a present on their way out from racks along the lobby.