Social Action Ministry

One of the seven major themes of Catholic social teaching, as enumerated by U.S. bishops, is the option for the poor and vulnerable: In a world characterized by growing prosperity for some and pervasive poverty for others, Catholic teaching proclaims that how our most vulnerable members are faring is a basic moral test. In a society marred by deepening divisions between rich and poor, our tradition recalls the story of the Last Judgement (Mt 25:31-46) and instructs us to put the needs of the poor and the vulnerable first.

Providing for the Poor
The Cathedral SVdP Fund

Serving the Poor
•	The Bishop Cosgrove Center - Our “Church in the City” P artner
•	Advent Giving Tree for Children
•	Feeding the Hungry
•	Visiting the Imprisoned
•	Visiting the Sick

Raising Our Conscience for Justice - What you can do to help.

Diococesan Social Action Office - www.catholic-action.org

Stewardship of the Earth

Catholic Charities