Social Ministries and Outreach
Jesus embraced and worked for the dignity of every person. He lived and taught that this is at the core of God's relationship with us. Everywhere, he said quietly and simply that he was sent to announce good news to the poor, to proclaim release for prisoners and victims, to heal the sick and wounded, and to proclaim God's favor for all of the people of God Luke 4:18–20. And everywhere, he asked his neighbors to join him, to become active disciples, to reach out and comfort the alienated and marginalized, to empower those who have nothing. Many said, yes; others were overcome by fear or greed and turned on him. We have the same choices.
Our community of faith at St. Ignatius strives to say, yes; this is the mission of our Social Ministries and Outreach Commission. We work to reach out to those whose needs are greatest, to work against injustice, and to support those who live with poverty, hunger, and suffering. This great ministry has many opportunities throughout the year. Say, yes! Come join us.
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Here’s a bit about what we do and how we do it. For more information on the individual social service organizations, link on to their webpage.
- End hunger—work with us on Project Bread and the Newton Walk for the World
- Help the homeless—work with us at the Shattuck Shelter and St. Francis House in Boston
- Build affordable housing—work with us on Habitat for Humanity and organize for affordable housing in our communities
- Bring food and clothing and blankets—work with us to feed and clothe those who have nothing
- Brighten a family's Christmas—work with us to bring gifts to children and families at Christmas
- Help our Catholic social justice mission—give to Catholic Relief Services to help those whose very lives are at risk
- Help us -- to identify,
learn about and respond to social justice issues from our Catholic
perspective
- Bring a smile and a prayer and the Eucharist – minister to the homebound and hospitalized members of our Parish
- Learn from our elders – join us and work with us to organize elder events in our Parish
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Be involved in healthcare for the homeless – donate goods that enable programs to provide quality healthcare for individuals and families in greater Boston
Like what we have to say? Call or e-mail Sr. Diane Vallerio, 617-552-6107, vallerio@bc.edu. We'll sign you up! And join our Commission meetings, September to June (check the bulletin for exact times, or email Sr. Diane).
Please see the calendar of upcoming events for the Social Ministries and Outreach Commission.