January was a busy month for our home visitors. They were able to assist 12 families with rent/ utilities and/or food. We thank the youth of our parish for their "Souper Bowl of Caring" on Super Bowl Sunday. Their efforts to help our organization will make it possible to assist more families in our area. A big "THANK YOU" to our youth groups!

We were able to deliver 27 Christmas boxes to families in our area on the Sunday before Christmas.  The boxes included food, toiletries and a gift card for each member of the family. Our wonderful St Cyril families donated $3,300.00 in gift cards this year! The Knight of Columbus provided winter jackets.  We are grateful for all the parishioners who delivered food boxes.   We can't thank you enough for making this Christmas season  possible by your acts of generosity. We wish all a very Happy New Year!  

The following items are always a need in the pantry:

Toothpaste            Toothbrushes        Soap                Deodorant              Chili                   Peanut Butter 
Soup                       Jelly                      Tuna                Shampoo                Conditioner       Pudding Cups
                                                           Small Packs of Toilet Paper
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PRO LIFE:  Next Meeting May 5th, in the Pairsh Hall  
For more information call Ray Klupenger 503-504-0860.

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It is always time for a clothing drive that provides warm clothing to families at St. Joseph Family Shelter in Mount Angel. Your donations are also distributed to needy area residents.  Shoes, books, clothes and household items are appreciated.  Your donations should be clean and in reasonably good condition.  Please place these items in the collection boxes in the Hall. 
   
There is a desperate need at the St. Joseph shelter for men’s clothing. This is an ongoing need. Most clothing donated are women’s and children’s clothing, which are greatly appreciated.  Here is the chance for lending a helping hand to our area men. Won’t you please consider making a donation of clean used men’s clothing today.  

Your usual compassionate response is always appreciated by the recipients of your generosity.

                                                                      

The crib will be in the Hall for the month of May for the collection of baby items and maternity clothes for clients of the Catholic Charities’ Pregnancy & Family Support Division. 

By donating items your are supporting women who are saying “yes” to a new life.  Thank you for helping out in any way that you can.