This week it is our turn to provide volunteers for the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry located at 3001 E. 30th Street, Monday-Friday from 7:45 am-12:30 pm, and 10:30 am-2:00 pm. If you are unable to work a full shift, even a couple of hours is helpful. Shopping days (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) are the most critical need, but they also need help restocking on Mondays and Wednesdays. If you can help, sign up at svdpindy.org. For questions, email Darlene.
Chuck Lofton, Broadcast Meteorologist at WTHR-TV, will be the next speaker for the Catholic Business Exchange on Friday, February 21 at the Northside Events & Social Club. His topic is “Finishing Strong.” Mass is at 7:00 a.m. To register, go to www.catholicbusinessexchange.org by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18.
Fatima Retreat House is offering a self directed day of silence on Wednesday, February 19 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. This day is unscheduled and offers retreatants the opportunity to “unplug” from the outside world in a relaxed, calm and quiet setting. For more info and to register, visit www.archindy.org/fatima. ;
St. Vincent de Paul has opportunities to volunteer from home. They need phone volunteers to assist with the English and Spanish helplines and additional volunteers to field online requests. Volunteers for the English helpline should contact Heather Snyder at 309-5332678 or [email protected]. To volunteer for the Spanish helpline, contact Maria Gonzalez at 317-2940607 or [email protected]. Online volunteers, contact Paula at [email protected], 317-403-1385.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana supports over 1,280 young individuals aged 8 to 18 every year in Hamilton, Johnson, and Marion counties. They collaborate with parents/caregivers, volunteers, schools, and community donors to champion, inspire, and enhance the potential of each child under their care. With roughly 1,000 children on their waiting list, they are making a call to action for more Mentors! Mentors dedicate 4-6 hours per month for a duration of one year. If you're interested in making a difference and want to learn more, visit www.bebigforkids.org.
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Bishop Chatard High School
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