This weekend, due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, many will be denied SNAP benefits which support feeding their family. Others will not be paid their wages which they have earned working for government agencies.

Let’s do what we “can.”

Let’s gather what non-perishable items we can , keep them in the parish hall. If you know of someone who is in need, please take them what we have. You don’t need to ask permission or fill out a form.

Watch here for more information. In the meantime, bring what you can to church this Sunday and we’ll ask God to bless our offering and those who will need it.

Suggested items to bring:

canned fish, salmon, chicken, sardines

nut butters

canned or dried beans

Pasta, rice, fideos

cereal and oatmeal

shelf-stable milk — boxed, soy or almond milk

whole grain crackers

canned fruits and vegetables

Canned soups, stews

coffee, tea

cooking oil, flour, sugar, masa

baby food or formula

granola bars

feminine products

toilet paper

paper towels

dish soap

If there is a demand, we’ll reassess, and add other items. Even if benefits are restored, Hope will have a stash of items for anyone in need. Thank you!