“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, l was naked and you gave me clothing, I was in prison and you visited me.” Matthew 25: 35-36
The Outreach Commission is responsible for the outreach ministries of the parish. We believe that each member of the congregation is called to reach out to Christ by reaching out to those in need. When we feed the hungry, we feed Christ. When we welcome the stranger, we welcome Christ. We have various projects and activities during the year to help us live into this servant ministry. The Outreach Commission meets every other month to organize and plan these efforts.
Lake Cook Health Care Center: Twice a month, the Levi’s Table group joins with the residents of Lake Cook Health Care Center by offering a worship service. We also participate in monthly birthday parties and occasionally host outings. A lay chaplaincy group under the leadership of our Chaplain to Seniors, Ron Valentine, provides on-going pastoral care.
Good News Community Soup Kitchen: The parish serves a meal at this Howard Street soup kitchen on the first Tuesday of the month. A sign-up sheet for servers and food contributions is posted in the Parish Hall. You can view photos from the 2nd annual awards banquet and benefit.
Todd and Patsy McGregor: Our missionaries to Kenya. Click here to read their December 2006 newsletter, "People Reaching People".
Northfield Township Food Pantry: We collect contributions for this local food pantry every Sunday, in baskets at the Narthex door or Parish Hall door. Click here for more information on the Pantry, who they serve, and to see their list of most-needed foods.
Cathedral Shelter Baskets: Each Christmas the parish contributes baskets filled with food, clothing and toys to needy families through Cathedral Shelter of Chicago. For more information on this organization, please click here.
Heifer Project: For over half a century, Heifer International has provided livestock and training to more than four million families. This organization helps hungry people feed themselves, earn income, and care for the environment. Each year our Church School raises funds for Heifer International. For more information, please click here.
Deborah's Place: This organization offers shelter, housing, and vital supportive services to women who are homeless. They are assisted in recovering from trauma and encouraged to take advantage of new opportunities and resources. To learn more about Deborah's Place, please click here.
The Night Ministry is a multi-denominational organization that provides homeless children and adults with food, basic medical care, and housing assistance. For more information, please click here.
Alcoholics Anonymous: Faced with a drinking problem? Perhaps Alcoholics Anonymous can help. To learn more, please click here. Alcoholics Anonymous meets at St. James the Less every Monday evening at 8:30 p.m. If you think you have a problem with alcohol, you are welcome to join us. For more information, please call the church office at (847) 446-8430.