Social Justice Outreach
St. Jude's Social Justice Outreach Ministry encourages and assists the congregation's response to Christ's call to love and serve. Channeling the hearts, minds, and spirits of the congregation, it represents communal advocacy and action for those in need. With time, talent and treasure, members of the congregation participate in the agencies and concerns which receive budgeted funds as well as a wide variety of individual initiatives. Through all these efforts, we ourselves are transformed as we seek to be Christ's Body in the world today, extending hope with our hearts and hands.
Sponsored outreach activities are those brought to the Social Justice Outreach Ministry by members of the congregation. They usually arise from a need identified by parishioners who are contributing time and talent in an area of service. The list of sponsored activities demonstrates a balance of local needs, area needs, and global needs.
The Social Justice Outreach Ministry provides a focal point for:Prayer for, and awareness of, the needs of others
- Prayer for, and awareness of, the needs of others
- Advocacy for those in need, or in pain, who cannot advocate for themselves
- Opportunities for personal contributions of passion, time, and talents
- Stewardship of funds the Parish devotes to social justice and outreach