Social Justice & Peace at Parish of the Holy Eucharist:

• Monitors needs of local communities and takes action where indicated
• Maintains contact with the Diocese and community groups which help/assist people with food, heating assistance, housing, medical, and transportation costs
• Accepts donations for assisting families in need
• Assesses requests for help through direct phone calls, emails, and one-on-one meetings
• Works collaboratively with Catholic Charities in Portland and with Social Ministry of the Diocese
• Maintains contact with community organizations and other churches to meet local needs -- organizations such as food pantries, holiday gift-giving, food baskets at Thanksgiving, fundraising for Habit for Humanity, etc.
• Is responsible for coordinating the parish's support for the sister parish program for two Haitian churches and a parish center with a children's feeding program
• Offers timely information to parishioners through the bulletin and website
• Currently has worked with Catholic Charities in supporting a Portland program for newcomers

At present, the SJ&P Commission needs more members to support our work within our four churches and the local communities. 
Fr. Peter Kaseta is the supervisor who cares deeply about the best, justifiable use of money, time and energy for those in need. Parishioner Cathy Martin is the experienced chair of the Commission. We ask that you consider helping our efforts becoming a member of the commission, volunteering for a commission sponsored event or by donating to the Needy Fund and/or the Haiti Fund. You may contact the parish office if you’d like to get involved. Simply call 207-847-6890 or email pothe@portlanddiocese.org  We value your ideas and support.

At this time, there is a special financial need for our local families. The Commission is the contact point for providing emergency help to people who have hit a brick wall: an eviction notice, cut-off of electrical power, repair of a car which makes it possible to get to a job. During Fiscal Year Ended 6/30/2021, Parish of the Holy Eucharist has used $35,177.00 in donated money to help many families in crisis. This money is disbursed carefully & involves contact with the family & other assistance organizations.

Please consider a contribution to either the Needy Fund (General Assistance) or the Haiti Fund by clicking on one of the buttons below. You can also mail contributions to the parish office at 266 Foreside Rd, Falmouth, ME 04105.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Melissa at the office at 207-553-7158 or pothe@portlanddiocese.org

Thank you!