Sunday, February 05, 2012
   
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Food Pantry

Our pantry is open on the last Saturday morning of each month from 8 A.M. - 10 A.M.except for in November and December which is the third Saturday. It is located in the southeast corner of the Kinane Ministry Center with its own outside entrance. All are welcome who have need. Names, addresses and an I.D. are requested when patrons register. Our numbers can range from 40 to 80 individuals each month. Food donations from parishioners and community groups stock our shelves. Items can be dropped off in church, at the rectory or through the drop box outside the pantry Only non-perishables accepted. The Mother Teresa Guild provides pounds of hamburger each month as well. Monetary donations are always accepted and volunteers sometimes needed to shop for specific items. The Mother Teresa Guild maintains and staffs the pantry each month. Special food boxes and gifts are distributed during the holiday season.
St. Paul of the Cross Mission Statement: As children of God, living in a Catholic community of faith, we are united by the Gospel message of Jesus Christ. Aware that all we have is gift and grace from our Heavenly Father, we strive to give of our time, talent and treasure to build His kingdom on earth. We live this mission, challenged by the Word, nurtured by the Sacraments, and enlivened by the Spirit, to serve our brothers and sisters in peace, justice and dignity. All are welcome on this journey.