Human Concerns Ministry


702-804-8311:  Outreach Ministry
702-804-8317:  Food Pantry Appointment Line (Eng)
702-804-8316:  Food Pantry Appointment Line (Sp) 


"For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me, naked and you clothed me, ill and you cared for me, in prison and you visited me"

Matthew 25:35-36


The SEAS Human Concerns Ministry
is committed to helping those in need in our community.
By performing the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy, 
we carry out our baptismal promise to bring Christ to others through 
various programs and activities from three areas of service:

• Food Based Programs
• Charitable Drives
• Social Justice Advocacy

If you are in need of assistance, would like to learn more about our ministry
or are interested in volunteering in any of our outreach opportunities,
contact Pastoral Associate for Human Concerns 
Patti McGuire at pmcguire@seaslv.org  or 702-804-8311.

If you have questions, contact Pastoral Associate for Human Concerns Patti McGuire at 702-804-8311 or pmcguire@seaslv.org. With your generous support of our Human Concerns & Outreach Ministry and food pantry, we will continue to serve the most vulnerable people and families in our community.  Thank you!
Important....
We do NOT accept donations of clothes or household appliances.
We do not have the space to store such items. 
Please do not bring these things to the church.
Thank you for understanding.


Outreach
Thanksgiving Food Drive

More than 200 families in need are registered with our food pantry to receive Thanksgiving food this year. Please place non-perishable Thanksgiving food items along with your regular pantry donations in the wooden bins in the church and parish hall gathering spaces by Sunday, November 8th. 


We also accept monetary donations so we can shop for you! Those donations can be placed in the poor box located on the wall by the baptism font, in the weekly collections (make sure it is clearly marked for Thanksgiving Food Drive), taken to the parish gift shop/office, or by scanning the QR Code above. 


Make a Financial Contribution and we will shop for you.

Donate HERE


Please return all Thanksgiving donations, both food and monetary, by November 8. Thank you for your continued support to those in need!


Requested Items:

  • Canned Yams
  • Cream of Mushroom Soup
  • Cranberry Sauce
  • Stuffing Mix
  • Chicken Broth
  • Canned Corn
  • Pumpkin
  • Boxed Jell-O
  • Marshmallows
  • Crispy Fried Onion Strips
  • Gravy in Box / Can / Jar
  • Canned Mixed Vegetables
  • Canned Green Beans
  • Boxed / Pouch Potatoes
  • Canned Peas
  • Evaporated Milk
  • Boxed Baked Mixes (Brownies, Cakes, Etc.) 






Social Justice Advocacy









Food Programs


A special invitation to those who need food...

Food Distribution....is by appointment and continues once a month on specific Saturday mornings.

The Food Pantry is a program provided by St. Elizabeth Ann Seton's Human Concerns Ministry in cooperation with Three Square Food Bank. It is intended for people and families in financial distress. 

Recipients must register (answer brief questions about household, housing, etc.) and schedule an appointment at 702-804-8317 (English) or 702-804-8316 (Spanish) to pick up food. Appointments are Required. When calling our food pantry, please follow the prompts to leave a message and your call be returned. Non-food items are also available.

All information is confidential. Thank you for trusting us to help you.




Leave non-perishable food in the donation bins 
in the church or the parish hall gathering spaces. 
On Food Drive weekends, volunteers will be available after Mass 
to help carry items from your car.   
  • November 7-8
  • December 5-6
  • January 9-10, 2027
  • February 6-7
  • March 6-7
  • April 3-4
  • May 1-2
  • June 5-6
  • July 3-4
  • August 7-8
  • September 4-5

Our Food Pantry holds a food drive each month requesting non-perishable food items and personal hygiene products (see below a list of the most needed items and information on our drive-through drop-off area).  Although our food drives are monthly, donations of non-perishable food can be placed in the donation bins in the gathering space of both the church and the parish hall any time that the church is open. Thank you for your generosity!


    Food Pantry Invitation
    If you find yourself needing food assistance, please call 702-804-8317 to leave a message. Your call will be returned by either the food pantry coordinator or a vetted volunteer to schedule an appointment to pick up food. All information is confidential. We make the food pick-up process discreet and safe. Thank you for trusting us and letting us help!

    Most Needed Non-Food Items:

     

    Ensure/Boost


    Household Items

    Toilet Paper

    Paper Towels

    Paper Plates

    Dishwashing soap (example Dawn)

    Dishwasher soap (example Cascade)

    Cleaning items (Example toilet cleaners,

    Windex, etc)

    Clorox Wipes

    Laundry Detergent

    Garbage bags

     

    Personal Hygiene Items

    Shampoo/Conditioner

    Body Wash

    Lotion

    Soap

    Deodorent

    Razors

    Shaving Cream

    Denture Cream Adhesive

    Denture Cleaner

    Disposable wipes

    Adult Disposable Briefs - protective underwear - Large/X-Large

     

    Baby Items

    Diapers (Sizes 4, 5 and 6)

    Toddler Pull Ups

    Baby Wipes


    Pet Needs
    Dog/Cat Food
    Cat Litter

    Suggested Food Donations


    • Cereal
    • Juice Boxes
    • Peanut Butter
    • Canned Meat
    • Ramen Noodles
    • Snacks for Lunches
    • Ready-to-eat Soups
    • Canned or Dried Beans
    • Pasta & Pasta/Spaghetti Sauce
    • Canned Pasta (Spaghetti O's, Ravioli)
    • Personal Hygiene Items
    • Diapers
    • Baby Wipes
    • Laundry Detergent
    • Dish Washing Soap



    All are welcome to receive Farm Fresh produce. 
    Pick up time is 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. in the parish hall on these days:

    • November 7
    • December 5
    • January 9, 2027
    • February 6
    • March 6
    • April 3
    • May 1
    • June 5
    • July 3
    • August 7
    • September 4




    Golden Groceries is a program provided by Three Square Food Bank and administered by St. Elizabeth Ann Seton's Human Concerns Ministry for people age 60 and better. There is no registration and no appointment is needed. 

    Food will be distributed usually the first Tuesday of each month from 
    9 a.m. to 11 a.m. or until all food runs out. No non-food items are distributed with Golden Groceries.

    Distribution Dates:
    • November 3
    • December 1
    • January 5, 2027
    • February 2
    • March 2
    • April 6
    • May 4
    • June 1
    • July 6
    • August 3
    • September 7