The ones in need then may be people who feel cut off from Jewish faith and tradition. They may be ones who identify strongly with being Jewish but who feel alienated from the Jewish community. This prayer at the beginning of the Seder teaches us not to write anyone off. We have an obligation to reach out to those who do not feel part of the community. In Egypt God saved us from both physical extinction and spiritual alienation.
Physical extinction is less of threat today but spiritual alienation remains our number one problem.
Maoth Chittim Poverty and spiritual alienation are critical issues in our community. Jewish Family Service estimates that there are over 500 families who are in need of help. That is a significant number. Remember we are supposed to provide them not just a box of matzah and a jar of fish. But we should make it possible for everyone to celebrate the holiday with four cups of wine for everyone, with matzah, maror, haroseth, and meat for everyone.