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Parish Social Ministry Office
Parishioners Find Help
Here at Home!
We at St. Francis, during these troubled times
help each other through the following resources:
* Career Search
* Emotional & Health Assistance *
* Fiscal Assistance
* Spiritual Assistance * Family
Issues Help *
If you are not sure where to turn for help, please call Scott Wright (821-2121).
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My family's been directly impacted by this economic crisis. I'm James*. I'm a parish member, dad to two teenagers, and, until recently, I had a pretty good job in construction. But the company I worked for lost a lot of projects when the economy tanked, and I got laid off, without much notice. So I wanted to write to ask for your help. Not help for me, but for all the folks who are out of a job or otherwise struggling in this recession. Let me explain. ... … * NOTE to READER: (The name here was changed to protect confidentiality.) I am certain that you are familiar with stories like this one. Our Parish Social Ministry Office is looking for ways to connect our parish members who might assist in situations like this. Please look over this parish bulletin FORUM and consider participating in the activities published here. Your participation really helps all of us to assist people like “James” in the situation described above here. |
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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For on-going employment support/ideas & networking contact (Network) Scott Wright (821-2121) |
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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Eat convenient, healthy food for le$$" This is a bulk-buying and food prep club. All are welcome. To see more details and RSVP, visit: Community Kitchen in the PAC. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Northside Community Center, 815 Taylor St., Ann Arbor (near Pontiac Trail) (662-4462). & at: Hope Center, 518 Harriet St. Ypsilanti (484-2989). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- several organizations. See contact list here or call (821-2121). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is our parishioners list of ways to live frugally and faithfully during the challenges which the current economy posses. Share ways you are reducing expences, like: Home Energy; Food, Recipes & Groceries; Fun/Recreation; Auto gas for traveling for Easter/Spring break. You are invited to, "Write down ideas and toss them into the collection basket or email them to or enter them at: http://frugal-francis.blogspot.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We all like to talk after significant life changing events, especially when we can find someone who will listen. The St. Francis' Stephen Ministers are well trained lay ministers who are ready to come alongside you to listen one hour each week for as long "after" as you need. Stephen Ministry is a confidential ministry: The identity of those receiving care and what takes place in each caring relationship remains private. Call Scott at 821-2121. wwww.stfrancisa2.com/stephen/ More information on Stephen Ministry. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Call Janene Ternes at 821-2122 for more information or to arrange an exploratory, confidential visit with one of our experienced Spiritual Directors. |
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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Learn ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle, promote health, & prevent disease. Please direct any health questions to or leave a message at our Parish Health Ministry voicemail (734) 821-2115. Danaica Watson, Parish Nurse -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Seeking a professional's help in addressing an issue you are facing? Licensed professional therapists from our parish are available to meet with you privately and confidentially at the Parish Offices. Call the Parish Office at 734-769-2550. More information on our parish Counseling Assistance Program (CAP). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What Are Your Obstacles? Recovery is Everywhere. Help Is Available for you and for your loved one. The community of St. Francis cares. Call with confidence to the Parish Health Ministry number, 821-2115 for a caring referral to a St. Francis Parish - Recovery Community Contact Person. Strict confidentiality will be respected. Learn more! |
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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Do you want help for your troubled marriage? In the Lansing Diocese call 517-290-5596 or visit stfrancis.ws (click on Retrouvaille). In metro-Detroit 800-470-2230, or visit our website at: www.retrouvaille.info -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Are you in the midst of a divorce or separation? You are not alone - Your St. Francis community cares. Men and women who have been through divorce and/or separation themselves are available to listen and walk with you on this journey. For more information contact Janene Ternes at 821-2122 or email her at . |
Scott Wright (734-821-2121)
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Parish Social Ministry
Office,
2150 Frieze Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48104