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Human Concern Commission

Fosters Christian values in the home and community by providing food, shelter, clothing and support to grieving families, those who are ill, and many other needs of all people in our growing community. Supports activities related to social justice concerns, such as Respect for Life: also, encourages participation in Christian service ministries.

Bereavement Support Group - The sadness felt after a death of a loved one can disrupt one’s emotions and physical health. Members work to help families cope with their grief. Barb Antoskiewicz

Christmas Giving Tree - The Saint Ann’s Giving Tree is a charitable initiative that takes place during Advent. It allows parishioners to give Christmas gifts to those who are less fortunate. Volunteers are needed to help prepare the tree, collect the presents and deliver them. Barbara Antoskiewicz

Coffee and Comfort - Support group for those who have suffered the loss of a child. Lorraine Stephens

Hospital Visitation / Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick - These extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion are charged with bringing the Body and Blood of Christ to those who are unable to attend Mass as a result of hospitalization or to those who are homebound. Barbara Antoskiewicz

Lansing Food Pantry - Support for those in need of food and basic necessities in the Village of Lansing. Assembly of God Church, Pastor Bob and Barbara Antoskiewicz

Ministry of Care - A Ministry of dedicated parishioners who reach out to those in our parish who cannot worship with us on Sunday including the sick and shut-in parishioners. Every week, they bring kind words and prayers to members of our parish who need it. Barbara Antoskiewicz

Ministry of Consolation - Volunteers offer support to those in our parish when a loved one has passed. They visit the funeral home, host a prayer service and assist at the Funeral Mass. Members also offer support after the funeral. Fran Miller

Nursing Home Ministries - Volunteers provide comfort to the elderly of the parish who are in nursing homes with visiting them regularly. Volunteers are needed on Tuesday to assist with a Eucharistic service and also on Wednesdays to say the Rosary with them. Rich and Joann Baltrus Rosary at Nursing Home Bob Schopp

SPRED (Special Religious Development) - This ministry integrates people with developmental disabilities more fully into the parish. It offers faith formation, gives parishioners an inviting place and opportunity to connect with individuals with disabilities, and offers ways to more fully include disabled Catholics into the liturgy. Annette Leber and Joan and Tony Kaim

Saint Vincent de Paul - Members work together to provide emergency assistance to those in need within the Village of Lansing. Funding is provided through parish contributions. Volunteers meet once a month on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM in the parish office. Parish Office

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