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The Social Justice and
Peace Commission operates to inform and propose action in areas
affirming the social teachings of the Catholic Church. Some activities
include:
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Support of sister Parish
in Haiti |
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Area Interfaith Council |
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Outreach worker |
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Support of Charitable
organizations locally and nationally (e.g., Catholic Relief Services,
Habitat for Humanity, Red Cross, Homeless Shelters) |
Contacts
Contact Cathy Martin or Mimi Rice for information:
Cathy tel. 781-7011 kelly52048@yahoo.com
Mimi tel. 846-1552 mrice1@maine.rr.com
To learn more about the Parish Twinning
Program, visit: www.parishprogram.org
More information on the hospital
initiative of the Visitation Hospital Foundation, which was founded by
Theresa Patterson of the Parish Twinning Program, is available at www.visitationhospital.org.
The Foundation is developing a clinic and hospital in southwest Haiti in
the city of Petite Riviere de Nippes.
Helping our military veterans :
Parishioners of Sacred Heart and St. Jude Churches may have a special
interest in helping veterans at Togus. The Veterans Center publishes a
monthly list and identifies ways in which our contributions would help.
WISH LIST –
September, 2009: Department of Veterans Affairs Center (135), 1 VA Center,
Augusta, Maine 04330. Tel (207) 621-4886 mysti.grass@va.gov
VOLUNTEER ASSIGNMENTS :
Drivers for Volunteer Transportation Network (Bangor, Rumford,
Bath/Brunswick); Mealtime companions for long term care patients
(any lunch and dinner during the week); 73 Patriot Place and Dialysis -
1-on-1 visitation/reading and talking with patient; Parking Lot
Shuttle driver; Information Desk Volunteer; Escort Volunteers
ONGOING PROGRAM SUPPORT :
Calling cards (60 minutes or more per card)
Afghans (for a twin bed)
Comfort Items, i.e., shampoo, deodorant, disposable
razors etc. (No alcohol based products)
Diabetic snacks funds
Coffee funds (provides coffee in waiting
areas/wards/clinics)
Newspaper funds (provides newspapers in waiting
areas/wards/clinics)
General Patient Comfort Fund including Memorial
Donations
Adapted Sports Equipment/Outings - Recreation Therapy
National Rehabilitation Events (Golden Age Games,
Winter Sports, Wheelchair Games, and Creative Arts )
SPECIAL REQUESTS/PROJECTS :
Televisions for patient rooms (approx $300 ea.)
Unit 4 South activity sponsorship (approx $50 pizza
party, $25 ice cream social)
Organizations to sponsor entertainment on 73 Patriot
Place
Parking Lot Shuttle Vehicle Project
Volunteer shirts (approx $2000)
73 Patriots Place furniture project (approx $4500)
Caribou Vet Center Client trip to the Vietnam Memorial
Wall (approx $2400)
NOT NEEDED AT THIS TIME: Used Stamps; any clothing that
is stained or torn; Jigsaw Puzzles; Playing Cards; Hardcover Books;
Magazines over three months old; Dental Floss; After-Shave; Hand Lotion;
Writing Tablets; Pens; and Envelopes. Due to Infection Control policies we
are unable to take used walkers, canes, or crutches at this time.
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Latest News
Next Meeting:
Haiti:
The next door
collection is scheduled for the weekend of
December 19-20
Volunteers for Yarmouth Food Pantry :
A plan is underway to expand the food pantry at First Parish
Church in Yarmouth. This is the pantry which parishioners of
Sacred Heart Church support through “brown bag” appeals. It is
the place which we recommend to people who are looking for help.
Food and basic necessities are given to anyone in need and no
church affiliation is required. First Parish is located at 116
Main Street, Yarmouth.
In October, First Parish will expand its
assistance. The pantry is located in the basement of First Parish
in the part of the building which was renovated in the past year.
Access to the pantry will be from Storer Street which is at the
rear. The pantry will now be supplied by Wayside Food Rescue on a
quarterly basis. This will mean a larger amount of canned goods,
fresh food and even frozen meat. Local appeals and donations will
still remain crucial to help the increasing number of people who
depend on this service. In early November, Sacred Heart Church
will hold its own “brown bag” appeal for the pantry.
Specifics for volunteering :
Pantry hours: Tuesday and Friday 10:00 a.m. to noon;
Wednesday
evening 5:00 -7:00. It is possible that help will be needed
occasionally for stocking the pantry and storing food. Volunteers
are needed when customers come to the pantry. They would be
responsible for greeting, signing them in, and restocking the
shelves from the storage area. Contact First Parish Church for
more specific information about volunteering at 846-3773.
Clothing Donations :
The fall season may be an occasion for parishioners to offer extra
clothing to those in need. Please consider the following
possibilities.
St. Vincent de Paul soup kitchen :
The daily food service at the Cathedral in Portland expands each
Friday in Guild Hall to offer clothing to those who need help. The
most useful items are practical men’s clothing in good
condition: sweatshirts, sweatpants, socks, sweaters, jackets and
items which provide warmth. St. Vincent is a place where blankets
and comforters, towels and washcloths can be donated if they are
in good condition. The kitchen is open at mid-day (11:30 a.m. - 1
:00 p.m.) and donations can be dropped off Monday through Friday
at the soup kitchen.
Clothing with resale value :
This category of clothing can be donated directly to non-profit
groups. Parishioners can consider the following:
Good Cause Thrift Shop is
located at 16 Forest Avenue in Portland, and is associated with
charitable work of the Sisters of Mercy. It sells useable donated
items, such as clothing, furniture, small electrical items,
kitchen utensils, and other wares. Contact - 207-772-4903.
The Community Thrift Shop at Freeport
Community Services is located at 53 Depot St, Freeport, ME
04032-1560, telephone (207) 865-3985.
Goodwill and Salvation Army: clothing
and household items can be placed in designated bins or at the
various stores in our area.
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