St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church in Lumberton received funding through the God's Work Our Challenge Grant to strengthen its Outreach Ministry to Farmworkers and Assistance to Needy Families programs, bringing Christ's love, compassion, and support to vulnerable individuals and families throughout the community.
Through this grant, the parish was able to provide critical assistance to farm workers and families experiencing financial hardship. Many farmworkers face significant challenges, including limited resources, economic uncertainty, and barriers to accessing services. The outreach ministry responded by offering practical support and ensuring these individuals and families felt welcomed, valued, and cared for by the Church.
Grant funds also helped provide assistance to needy families struggling to meet basic needs. Whether facing unexpected financial difficulties, food insecurity, or other hardships, recipients received support that eased immediate burdens and offered hope during challenging times. The ministry served as a tangible expression of the Gospel, providing both material assistance and compassionate accompaniment.
Beyond addressing physical needs, the outreach program fostered personal connections and strengthened the parish's presence within the broader community. Volunteers had opportunities to build relationships, offer encouragement, and share the love of Christ with those they served. Many recipients expressed gratitude for the assistance they received and for knowing that the Church was present to support them during difficult circumstances.
St. Francis De Sales is deeply grateful to all who support the God's Work Our Challenge campaign. Their generosity has enabled the parish to continue its mission of serving those most in need and bringing hope to vulnerable families and farmworkers throughout the region. Through this grant, lives have been touched, burdens have been eased, and the Church's ministry of compassion continues to make a lasting difference in the Lumberton community.
This grant was made possible through an endowed fund held at The Foundation of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh. Endowed funds provide a permanent source of support for ministries and charitable outreach, with annual grants distributed from investment earnings while preserving the principal for future generations. This project serves as a powerful example of how endowments create lasting impact, allowing donors' generosity to continue supporting the Church's mission year after year and transforming lives across our diocese.
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