Metropolis Philanthropy Fund : We are ecstatic to report that one of our parishioners has received $4,200 in financial assistance from the Metropolis Philanthropy Fund - one of the metropolis philanthropic projects that our chapter supports annually. This fund is available to Orthodox Christians who are enduring a life crisis and need help with unexpected and overwhelming expenses.
Outreach to the Elderly - We greatly appreciate the response to our first annual Wishing Tree, this year to benefit Wellbrooke Assisted living in South Bend. We have collected a good number of lotion, slippers, fuzzy socks and lap blankets which we will deliver to the facility this month. Last day for donations is Sunday, December 8.
Parish Christmas Card - Thank you to those who participated in the Parish Christmas Card project. Your contribution is both sending holiday wishes to your church family AND supporting Saint Andrew’s philanthropic efforts.
“Feed the Hungry” Drive - Last day to submit names for the holiday food drive is this Sunday, Dec 8. We will distribute the Meijer gift cards, prior to Christmas. Thank you for making the holidays a little bit better for those who need it. This annual project is a collaboration between Philoptochos and the Sunday School.
Christmas Bake Sale - Scheduled for Dec 20-21 and open to the parish and the greater community. Santa Claus will be in the house on Saturday 10-2, and Greek jewelry will be available for sale. This is one of the major Philoptochos fundraisers.
