August always seems to be a time full of anticipation. We here in the office are busy preparing for our ministries that kick off in the fall. And of course, it's hard to miss that a new school year approaches. For those of us sending a child off to college (eek!), it's also a time of joy (and anxiety). We are grateful for all those who have contributed to our school supply drive which supports St. Francis House. It's such a blessing to be part of such a generous parish! This fall, we look forward to helping Communities in Schools with our backpack program and other schools in need (such as Walker High) with food assistance. Thanks for your continued support!

Food Bank

Neighbors served - 293

Households served - 117

Diapers

A PREPARES grant allows us to offer diapers and wipes to our food bank guests each month. In July, we gave out 15 packs of diapers and 7 packs of wipes to 14 families. If you wish to help by purchasing diapers, size 5 and 6 are the most popular sizes.

Rent assistance - 12 families

Utilities assistance - 6 families

This year we are partnering with St. Francis House to help collect school supplies for their Back- to- School Program.

Items needed: paper, notebooks, pens, pencils, crayons, markers, backpacks

Donations can be left at the parish office Monday-Thursday from 9-4 until August 30. Or you can shop and ship directly on Amazon.

Thanks to our Columbiettes who provided raffle baskets (pictured below) for the Catholic Community Services annual Foster Family picnic. Your support is appreciated!

Thanks also to our Knights of Columbus group who made generous donations to our school supply drive and our homelessness prevention program.

Do you know someone interested in learning more about the Catholic faith? Our Journey of Faith programs will begin on September 10.

Adults - 10 am in the parish center

Families (with kids ages 8 and up) - noon in the parish center

We are also looking to build our team of sponsors, presenters, and hospitality coordinators. This is a great way to share your faith.

Please contact Morningstar for more information.

St. Francis House is in need of volunteers. Click here for more information.

We are in the process of planning our August recess visits with our federal representatives. We are meeting with Rep. Marilyn Strickland's office on August 31 at 9:30 am and with Senator Patty Murray's office on August 31 at 10:30 am. If you would like to participate in this virtual conversation on climate change, please contact Morningstar in the parish office.

Join us for the 7th annual Catholic Immigration Summit, Companions on the Journey: Sharing Stories and Discerning Next Steps, which will take place on Saturday, September 30th at Seattle University. This follow National Migration Week and World Day of Migrants and Refugees (September 18-24).

The event includes:

• Mass with Bishop Elizondo
• Sharing of stories from impacted communities
• Lunch & learn table discussions
• Discerning next steps in the struggle for justice for immigrants

Come join fellow Catholics as we listen, learn, and celebrate ways to be a place of refuge for our brothers and sisters fleeing war, persecution, climate change, and violence. On the recent anniversary of his visit to Lampedusa, Pope Francis urged us to reflect on the question “Where is Your Brother?” and to see everyone who knocks on our door as “worthy of love, acceptance, and every care.” Considering the enduring plight of migrants, Pope Francis called for renewed solidarity.

Register HERE

Email: morningstars@allsaintsparish.com
Website: https://allsaintsparish.com/outreach
Location: 204 6th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA, USA
Phone: 253-848-2000