“…For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, ill and you cared for me, in prison and you visited me.”
“Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of the least brothers of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25:37-46
The Social Concerns Committee serves many needs of our parish community including running the church’s food pantry. If you need assistance or are interested in volunteering on the committee, please contact the Rectory.
Monthly Shelter Needs for January
This month the items needed for St. Lucy’s Shelter, Franciska Residence & St. Jude’s Oasis are: Bath soap, shampoo, deodorant, shave cream, disposable razors, hair brushes, combs, toothpaste, toothbrushes, men’s & women’s shower flip flops (all sizes).
Food Pantry Shopping List
Your generous donations to our Food Pantry are always appreciated. If you can, please help us assist our growing list of parishioners in need. Monetary donations are always helpful, simply mark your envelope “Food Pantry.” PLEASE, do not drop off any used, clean clothing items to us. Conveniently, there are Clothing Donation Bins up the block, in front of St. Anthony’s parking lot on Sixth Street. Additionally, there are several Donation Bins in the BJ’s – ShopRite parking lot. Your clothing items are best dropped off at these convenient locations. Thank you and God Bless you for your continuous and generous support of this ministry.
Please help us to assure that all in our faith community can have homemade meals everyday by picking up a few items from our “suggested” shopping guideline list on your next trip to the grocery store. You do not need to donate every item on this list. Shop Rite or Pathmark Gift Cards are also welcome. Please no perishable items or open packages.
applesauce
canned fish – salmon, sardines or tuna
canned soup
canned veggies
coffee/tea
dry split peas
jam/jellies
dry pasta
cereal
dish detergent
evaporated milk
macaroni & cheese
pork & beans
rice
spaghetti sauce
canned beans
canned fruit
canned tomatoes
stove top stuffing
dry lentils
peanut butter
scouring pads
powdered milk
All God’s Blessings to you and your loved ones. Thank you!
