St. John's Catholic Church

Supporting Those in Need: The Mission of Food for the Poor
At Food for the Poor, our mission is simple: to provide life-saving food, resources, and hope to those who need it most. As one of the largest international relief and development organizations, we serve the most vulnerable communities by addressing both immediate needs and long-term development, focusing on alleviating hunger, poverty, and suffering.

How We Make an Impact

Since our inception, Food for the Poor has partnered with generous donors, volunteers, and local communities to provide vital support to those in need. Through food drives, donation programs, and partnerships with various organizations and churches, we help distribute millions of meals every year to individuals and families who are struggling.

Our Programs and Initiatives

Our work extends beyond just food. We provide clean water, housing, healthcare, education, and sustainable development projects to help break the cycle of poverty. We also support vital facilities like the St. Francis Xavier Center, where the homeless and those in need can receive meals, clothing, and hygiene products. The efforts of our dedicated volunteers and donors ensure that these programs continue to operate and grow.

How You Can Help

There are many ways to get involved with Food for the Poor. Whether you choose to make a monetary donation, participate in one of our food or clothing drives, or volunteer your time, every contribution helps. Additionally, we regularly update our list of needed items, from hygiene products to clothing, on our donation page, making it easy for anyone to contribute in a meaningful way.
We believe that by working together, we can make a lasting difference. Food for the Poor exists because of people like you, who believe in helping others and providing hope where it’s needed most.

Join Us in Making a Difference

We invite you to become a part of this mission. Whether through donations, volunteering, or simply spreading the word, you can help make a difference in the lives of countless individuals. Visit our website for more information on how to get involved and help us continue our efforts to serve those who need it most.

St. John's parishioners have access to a number of Faith Formation programs, including the new FORMED.org website and app.

Visit our Adult Faith Formation page for more details.

Mass Live-stream Schedule:

• Weekday Mass: Live-streamed at 6:15 PM

• Sunday Mass: Live-streamed at 7:15 AM

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A prayer intentions email is sent via Flocknote every Saturday morning.  Use the commenting feature on Flocknote to share your prayer requests and intentions - so our community as a whole can provide support and prayers as needed.  

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