Our parish community is deeply committed to living our Gospel call to hospitality, inclusivity, and justice through social action. Activities focus on advocacy and charitable outreach. Presently, the parish advocates for fair and affordable housing, elimination of food insecurity, and racial justice within the community. Examples of service projects include a monthly food distribution in partnership with Merrick Community Services; support for Fishes and Loaves food shelf at neighboring Progressive Baptist Church; a donation closet with resources and supplies contributed by parishioners for area programs such as Listening House and Brittany’s Place; and semi-annual visits by the Red Cross Bloodmobile. Catholic Charities’ Giving Tree and Prison Fellowship Angel Tree ministries are part of our annual Christmas traditions. Our Social Justice & Caring Committee informs parishioners about pertinent social justice advocacy opportunities and activities throughout the community. Three times a year, the SJCC organizes the We Care Campaign to allow parishioners to learn more about and contribute to carefully selected charitable organizations.
For more information about St. Pascal's Social Justice and Caring committe, please email Kim Roering or call her at 651.774.1585 ext. 128.
Donation Closet
March 2024: Merrick March Food Drive
The March collection is for food for the Merrick Community Services Food Shelf. While any donations are appreciated, items that are most useful to the community at this time are:
- Cooking Oils—canola, olive, sesame, chili
- Vinegars—red or white wine vinegar, rice vinegar
- Spices
- Cooking Sauces—soy, Worcestershire, Sriracha
- Proteins—peanut or almond butter, tuna, canned chicken
- Grains—all types of rice, flour, and noodles
A complete list with specific ideas can be found in the kiosk, on the parish website, or by going to merrickcs.org/march-food-drive-2024. Items will be collected through the weekend of March 31. Thank you for your generosity.
East Metro Food Resources (12.2023)
Food Insecurity Around Us
Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative
See our Beacon page for more information and updates about our work with Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative.
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