Charity and Social Justice

Charity, Social Justice, and Service

“Effective social ministry helps the parish not only do more, but be more—more of a reflection of the gospel, more of worshiping and evangelizing people, more of a faithful community. It is an essential part of parish life.”

Communities of Salt and Light, U. S. Bishops, 1993

Caring for Creation Ministery

Rooted in Scripture and Catholic Social Teaching and guided by the principles of the Earth Charter, we affirm our commitment to environmental stewardship.

Mission Statement

Sister Community in El Salvador

For 15 years, members of our parish have visited our Sister Community in the Bajo Lempa region of El Salvador. Are you interested in being a part of the next delegation? Contact Rita Amberg Waldref.

We, the members of St. Aloysius Parish, desire to grow in relationship with the members of the Christian Base Communities in the Bajo Lempa region of El Salvador. The relationship is rooted in the gospel and the mandate to love one another. We recognize and appreciate that, with both our similarities and our differences, we are all members of the Body of Christ. We believe that this relationship will enrich our faith communities as we share our Christian walk. In the spirit of solidarity, we commit ourselves to work for the common good of each community.

Personal Accounts

Cardboard boxes being filled with food donations.
Donation box with warm winter clothes on old wooden background.

More Service Opportunities

Financial Assistance

The parish takes up a collection the 3rd weekend of each month to support the Catholic Charities Emergency Fund and other charitable organizations.

Collection for the Poor

The parish takes up a collection each month to support the Catholic Charities Emergency Fund and other charitable organizations.

Resources:

For help contact Catholic Charities at (509) 455-4963.

Family Promise is a ministry to homeless families. Homelessness is addressed holistically by providing shelter, case management, and stabilization programs once a family is housed.

Contact Jeanne Dawes at (509) 326-7500

A space where refugees and volunteers come to share stories, learn a craft, work on English and develop friendships.

Contact Mary Jo Sweeney at 425-422-9017 for more information.

Contact Us Today

For more information about any of our service opportunities, please contact Rita Amberg.