Who are We? 

The Social Justice Commission includes members of St. Patrick’s parish who share an interest in supporting the needs of the poor, either through specific charitable activities or by addressing broader social justice issues. 

All parishioners are welcome to attend monthly meetings, even if not a member of this commission.

The meetings are at 7PM, the 1st Tuesday of the month, September-May. If you are interested in joining. please contact the parish office.

The Two Feet of Social Justice 

The Two Feet of Social Justice are CHARITY AND JUSTICE. 

The Social Justice Commission supports charity initiatives by giving to those in need. We promote justice initiatives with education and informing parishioners about justice activities in our parish and throughout the Archdiocese.

Social Justice Activities at the Church of St. Patrick:

Weekly Food and Supplies placed in dedicated bins, church lower level: Serves Neighbor’s Inc. with a variety of food stuffs, paper products, personal hygiene, etc. Specific needs are outlined weekly in the church bulletin. 

Pro-Life Collection: In October, parishioners are invited to donate infant necessities e.g. diapers, wipes, new clothing, and other necessities to support Guiding Star Wakota Life, an organization addressing unexpected pregnancies and family support. 

Essential Needs Drive: In February, parishioners are encouraged to donate toiletries, gloves, hats, mittens, gloves and socks to persons experiencing homelessness. Volunteers deliver these items to Catholic Charities in St. Paul.

Feed My Starving Children: Parishioners from St. Patrick’s help package nutritional food to be delivered to people in need throughout the world: www.fmsc.org. Volunteers can sign up as groups, families or individuals (must be at least 5 years old to participate). The packing site is conveniently located in Eagan off Lone Oak Road. Available dates are in the bulletin. Please call the parish office for more information, 651-455-6624.

Giving Tree: Parishioners are invited to support the Giving Tree in the gathering space during the Advent Season. Parishioners have the opportunity to provide specific gifts, support a family at Christmas or give gift cards that supplement the Bounty Fund which provides immediate assistance to families and people in need throughout the year. 

Opportunity House: Parishioners are invited to help serve meals to persons experiencing homelessness at St. Paul Catholic Charities Opportunity House. On-site security and free parking provided.

Volunteers prepare and serve a meal one day each month from 9:00AM – 1:00PM. Staff welcome all skill levels, no experience needed. Call the parish office for more information: 651-455-6624.

Ugly Quilt Ministry: “Ugly Quilts” are bedrolls assembled by hand and sewing machine. No sewing experience needed! These bedrolls are donated to organizations such as Listening House, who distribute them to persons experiencing homelessness. Call the parish office for more information: 651-455-6624.

Mary’s Garden: Mary’s Garden, on the east side of church, grows and delivers fresh vegetables to Neighbor’s Inc. in South St. Paul. Produce is picked and delivered one or twice a week. Volunteers are needed for gardening tasks and delivery. No green thumb needed! Contact the parish office for more information.