Saint Stephen’s Outreach Values:

Outreach is something we do because we are followers of Jesus. We believe that God’s love was made tangible in Jesus and that it is our privilege and responsibility to make God’s love tangible in service to others. To that end, we have several ongoing partnerships that we support with time, energy, money and gifts.

 

Ongoing Outreach Programs

What can one person do? Saint Stephen’s offers a variety of opportunities to make a difference. Opportunities range from one-time donations to mission opportunities that can become a life focus.

 

You’re invited to join us for The Common Good Supper program!

* On the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month we will offer a pasta dinner.

* Supper will be served from 5:30pm until 7:00pm. All are welcome!

* Although there is no charge for the supper, donations are gratefully accepted and will be used to fund our on-going efforts to feed the hungry and build community spirit.

* Tell your friends!

 

Loaves and Fishes Food Cupboard

The Need: Jesus said, “If you have fed the least of my brothers and sisters, you have fed me.” Hunger is always among us, especially when the economy is shaky. The summer months are particularly difficult for many people whose electricity and gas is cut off.

What we do: We support Loaves and Fishes with ongoing collections of non-perishables throughout the year. During the summer, we collect large amounts of Spam™ and peanut butter; these are especially useful for those without electricity or gas. For the children, we collect coloring books and crayons for Christmas, and jelly beans and appropriate candy for Easter. Super Bowl weekend, our SouperBowl™ offering of canned goods and loose cash is designated for Loaves and Fishes. The food cupboard provides numerous opportunities to volunteer on an occasional or ongoing basis.

 

Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts: Saint Stephen’s sponsors a number of Girl Scout troops. We are committed to developing young people into leaders. Sponsoring the scouting program is one way we do this. Learn More

 

Other Outreach Opportunities

“TBD”s: (To Be Determined.) Outreach is part of the parish’s DNA. Opportunities for making a difference abound and Saint Stephen’s people are drawn to them.