There are several groups that operate under the umbrella of “Social Concerns” independently but all within the tenants of Catholic Social teaching from Vatinian II as their guidelines.
The below groups often work together to form the two feet of Social Concerns: Charity and Justice.
Peace and Justice – Kathy O’Neill, 515-865-1590
Fair Trade – Sandy Nauman, 515-689-5527
Food Pantry – Anita Holub, stdsmfoodpantry@gmail.com
CISS Meals – Celeste Egger, 515-480-8358
DMARC Food collections – Joan Ferguson, 515-321-4836
Catholic Charities Emergence Shelter 4th of the month meals – Jo Downey, 515-205-2178
Angel Tree – Kay Cross, 515-494-1079
These groups provide services based on the seven principles of Catholic Teaching as articulated by the US Catholic conference of Bishops. See webpages for the above committees.