Social Responsibility

Social Responsibility, as it has been defined at Epiphany, represents this community's commitment to reach out to the larger world. The many ministries listed under Social Responsibility express the Gospel concern to love all persons, especially those who suffer from oppression, deprivation, or violence.

Retreat Offering January 16, 2010

Posted Wed, 01/13/2010 - 02:00

“A Winter’s Day In The Holy Heart Of God”

  • What: “A Winter’s Day In The Holy Heart Of God” Retreat
  • When: Saturday, January 16 2010, 9 am to 5 pm
  • Where: The Light House (Youth Minstry building)

We invite you to a quiet winter’s day to sit in God’s embracing love... to re-connect with the One Who draws us into a relationship of compassion and justice with our broken world.

We all need silence, prayer and contemplation to stay centered in the holy heart of God.

Opportunities for Social Responsibilty

Posted Mon, 01/04/2010 - 02:00
  • Who are our peacemakers? Our final peacemaking question invites us to name the peacemakers among us. We invite you to find a way to affirm “your” peacemaker, through a note, a call, a hug, a prayer!
  • Each year, we honor one of our own peacemakers through the Jim Flynn Peacemaking Award. Nomination forms are in the Gathering Area, and are due by Jan. 14.
  • Save the Date! Our Winter Renewal Retreat will be a time of contemplation of the One who calls us to justice, peace and charity. All are welcome! Saturday, January 16, 2010.
  • Women’s Concerns invites you to join them in prayerful “Encouragement and Hope” for women religious in our area. The next session will be Saturday, Jan 9, 10am-12:30, in the community center. Invite your favorite woman religious! If you plan to attend, please rsvp to Rosemary Smith, 240-5801.

Many Ways to Serve…Come, serve with us!

Local Missions and Projects

Social Responsibility - Ministry Overview

“Kindness and Truth shall meet, Justice and Peace shall embrace”
Psalm 85 gives us a poetic framework for an integrated image of our ministry and its many expressions. We speak of Kindness, Truth, Justice and Peace as four virtues of social responsibility that lead us in a “dance”. They guide us in the lively steps and movements of a Gospel response to our world.

Kindness leads us into expressions of compassion…

Support of Direct Assistance Agencies: We tithe a portion of our income to support care for needy and vulnerable people through a number of local and global agencies, including a variety of collaborative direct assistance ministries and community centers across Louisville.

Emergency Assistance: A portion of our tithe is set aside for people who come directly to us for help with housing and utility bills.

Social Responsibility - Ministry Overview

“Kindness and Truth shall meet, Justice and Peace shall embrace”
Psalm 85 gives us a poetic framework for an integrated image of our ministry and its many expressions. We speak of Kindness, Truth, Justice and Peace as four virtues of social responsibility that lead us in a “dance”. They guide us in the lively steps and movements of a Gospel response to our world.

Kindness leads us into expressions of compassion…

Support of Direct Assistance Agencies: We tithe a portion of our income to support care for needy and vulnerable people through a number of local and global agencies, including a variety of collaborative direct assistance ministries and community centers across Louisville.

Emergency Assistance: A portion of our tithe is set aside for people who come directly to us for help with housing and utility bills.

We have volunteers in and support a variety of local programs, including Kid’s Café, St. Vincent de Paul Helping Hands Kitchen, Dare to Care Food Bank, Eastern Area Community Ministries, Sister Visitor Center, AIM (AIDS Interfaith Ministries), Latino Outreach Services and similar services for immigrants.

Potato Supper and Community Conversation on Health Care Reform

Posted Wed, 10/14/2009 - 15:18

What: Health Care Reform and the US Catholic Bishops: Diagnosis and Treatment
When: October 26, 2009
Where: Community Center
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm

Join us on October 26, 6:30-8:30 pm for a presentation on “Health Care Reform and the US Catholic Bishops: Diagnosis and Treatment” by Sr. Mary Schmuck, SCN, Archdiocese of Louisville Catholic Charities. Find out what the US Catholic Bishops say about Health Care Reform.

Conversation: Your Diagnosis!

  • And as always, delicious potatoes and toppings!
  • Please take a preparation packet from the Gathering Area , and sign up to reserve your potato!

Social Responsibility Offerings

Posted Mon, 09/21/2009 - 01:00

Seed money grantsHere are some practical ways you can share in Epiphany's Social Repsonsibility activities.

Announcing the 2009-2010 Annual Parish Grant Process: Call for Grant Proposals

Since 1995, a portion of our communal 10% tithe has been set aside for grants to special projects designed and implemented by parishioners. The grants are intended to enable Epiphany members to carry out works of compassion, according to Gospel values of justice and peacemaking. Grant applications and overviews are available in the Gathering Area, or may be obtained from Sister Larraine.

The Epiphany Parish Grant Program 2009-2010: Call For Grant Submissions

Posted Fri, 09/04/2009 - 01:00

Give, and you will receive. A large quantity, pressed together, shaken down, and running over will be put into your pocket. The standards you use for others will be applied to you. Luke 6:38

Seed Money - Parish Grant Sr. Larraine Lauter, OSU, Epiphany’s Minister of Social Responsibility, has announced the 2009-2010 Annual Parish Grant Process. Since 1995, a portion of our communal 10% tithe has been set aside for grants to special projects designed and implemented by parishioners. The grants are intended to enable Epiphany members to carry out works of compassion, according to Gospel values of justice and peacemaking. The Grant application is available on this website and in the Gathering Area of the Worship Center, or may be obtained from Sister Larraine.

 

Social Responsibility Announcements / Events

Posted Fri, 08/28/2009 - 01:00

Here are several announcements from the Social Responsibility ministry:

  • Our Honduras Mission Team is home, with many experiences and inspirational stories to share.  Team members will offer a report to the community in the time between this weekend's Sunday liturgies--approximately 10:15, in the Community Center, August 30.
  • As reported in the Courier-Journal, Louisville Mayor Jerry Abramson has asked leaders of faith communities to call for volunteers to help over 3000 families with clean-up to their flood-damaged property.  This appeal was passed on to us via the Archdiocese:
    "The city is requesting volunteers, 18 and over, to assist with cleaning homes that have been damaged during the recent flood.  The work involves clearing homes of flood-damaged drywall, carpets, and belongings. Individuals or teams are welcome.  They also are looking for people with access to trucks. To volunteer, call 502-292-6107 or go to www.metrounitedway.org/volunteer.     "

Catholic Charities Senior Services presents 7th Annual Seniors’ Celebration

Posted Mon, 07/27/2009 - 01:00

What: 7th Annual Seniors’ Celebration (presented by Catholic Charities Louisville)
Where: Bellarmine University – Frazier Hall (Enter off Norris Place)
When: Thursday, August 6, 2009
Time: Doors open at 9:00m; program 10:00am-12:15pm
Downloadable Flyer: Click here

SPEAKERS:

  • Bob Mueller of Hosparus
  • Lynn Harrelson of Senior Pharmacy Solutions
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