Outreach Ministries
Financial Assistance:
If you are in need of financial assistance, such as help with rent or utilities, please contact the St. Vincent de Paul Society, to whom St. Mary’s regularly contributes.
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309-677-7696
Loaves & Fishes Soup Kitchen/Food Pantry:
Our Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry are open every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Food bags are distributed outside the Parish Hall in the North parking lot. Please come if you need assistance. This ministry began in 1983 through the leadership of Tina Sipula, who served our community for 35 years until her retirement in 2015. Since 2015, the Catholic churches in Bloomington-Normal have collaborated to operate Loaves and Fishes, located at St. Mary’s Church, 527 W. Jackson Street in Bloomington. Our local Catholic parishes are grateful for Tina’s devoted service and are committed to carrying on the vital work of feeding the hungry.
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For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me,
Matthew 25:35
St. Anthony Outreach:
St. Anthony Outreach has evolved to a ministry of coordinating with ISU, volunteers, and various charities to load used residence hall mattresses and furniture into semis for distribution to individuals and families in need.
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John Lally
309-824-5892