Our Mother of Mercy Food Pantry
Committed food pantry staff and volunteers process food donations for distribution throughout our community. Their efforts ease the strain on individuals and families facing food shortages. The food pantry’s hours of operation are the second and fourth Fridays of each month, and the Mondays following.
Our Mother of Mercy Food Pantry
201 Barwick Street, Wildwood
Parishioners may bring donations directly to the church before and after each Mass (there is a large wooden bin in the Narthex); and on Tuesdays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (under the church portico).
We are grateful for your donations! The items our food pantry needs most are as follows:
Canned fish and meats (such as chicken, ham, tuna and spam), canned fruits and vegetables, beef stew, chili, spaghetti sauce, dry pasta, canned pasta (Chef Boyardee); muffin, cake and pancake mixes, canned or boxed potatoes, macaroni & cheese, cereal, oatmeal and white rice; mustard, ketchup and barbeque sauce; laundry detergent and other cleaning products
- Responsibilities: Receive, organize and assist with distributing donations.
- Helpful Attributes: Desire to feed the hungry and support families in need
- Time Commitment: Varies
- Requirements to Join: Ministry training, fingerprinting
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Our Mother of Mercy Outreach Ministry
Taking inspiration from our patron, St. Vincent de Paul, our volunteers help those who are facing difficult circumstances. Dedicated staff and volunteers process requests for financial assistance from members of our community, meet with clients to confirm eligibility requirements, and distribute funds. Our efforts help individuals and families find housing or remain in their current homes, and keep their utilities running. Much of our funding comes from proceeds generated from sales at Our Mother’s Attic Resale Shop.
Our Mother of Mercy Outreach Ministry
1102 N. Main Street, Wildwood
- Responsibilities: Greet, screen and interview individuals and families facing financial crisis.
- Helpful Attributes: Budgeting, financial background, good customer service skills
- Time Commitment: 2-3 hours per month
- Requirements to Join: Ministry training, fingerprinting
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Wildwood Soup Kitchen
The Gospel mandate to feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty and welcome the stranger inspires the caring volunteers of the Wildwood Soup Kitchen. The kitchen serves nutritious meals to all who come seeking food. They also deliver meals to shut-ins and others who are unable to travel. Every person who asks for assistance is welcomed without regard to race, age, color, gender, religious preference, handicap or income. This ministry, which is staffed by nearly 150 volunteers from over 30 churches in the Wildwood area is a blessing to our community.
Wildwood Soup Kitchen
203 Barwick Street, Wildwood
- Responsibilities: Assist in preparing meals. Serve or deliver meals.
- Helpful Attributes: Food preparation experience, willingness to learn
- Time Commitment: Varies
- Requirements to Join: Ministry training, valid driver’s license (if transporting meals)
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