Social Justice
social justice
Members of the Social Justice Commission help foster a culture of life and dignity of each person.
Together, they:
- Promote the family and community to strengthen the common good.
- Build appreciation for both personal and social responsibilities.
- Nurture a commitment to caring for the poor and the vulnerable.
- Embrace our stewardship of creation.
The Social Justice Commission serves the parish as the primary resource and catalyst for the work of social justice and social outreach. They strive to educate parishioners on the 7 Themes of Catholic Social Teaching and how they pertain to our lives.
Ministries and Programs:
Casserole Bakers - Bake a casserole which will be delivered to a food pantry or soup kitchen!
Food Bank Volunteers - Volunteer with other Ascension parishioners at the St. Louis Area Foodbank.
Green Team - Promoting environmental awareness and our call to care for God’s Creation.
Mental Health Awareness Committee - Working to eliminate the stigma surrounding Mental Health.
Reach Out - Collecting food, clothing, and monetary donations for the less fortunate in St. Louis.
Respect Life Committee - Standing up for the pre-born and their mothers.
40 Days for Life - Peacefully praying outside Planned Parenthood for an end to abortion.
St. Vincent dePaulSociety - Offering assistance and hope to our Neighbors-in-Need.
- Ascension Food Pantry (Bilingual volunteers especially needed!)
- Feeding the Homeless of Sts. Peter & Paul (making meals for Sts. Peter & Paul)
- St. Nicholas Food Pantry (wait list only!)
Contact
Email the Social Justice Commission with any questions or if you are interested in getting involved:
Socialjusticecommission@asc.church
