Community Support Amidst Adversity: Sacred Heart Church’s Outreach Ministry

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately affected vulnerable populations worldwide, exacerbating issues of poverty, homelessness, and food insecurity.

In neighborhoods like the one surrounding Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples in Edmonton, Alberta, these hardships have been particularly pronounced, and the Church has become an important source of support for those in need.

Sacred Heart Church has initiated an Outreach Ministry to address the pressing needs of its community members. By offering bag lunches, emergency hampers, and clothing items, the church helps lighten the struggles faced by individuals and families, many of whom are of First Nations or Métis backgrounds.

The Outreach Ministry has received a significant grant from the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund (IRF). The funding will sustain the Ministry for a full year, ensuring continued access to food supplies for those in need.

What began as a modest effort has grown into a comprehensive outreach program, thanks to the dedication of over 25 committed volunteers. These individuals contribute their time and efforts, embodying the spirit of compassion and solidarity within the community.

Archdiocese of Edmonton