Emergency Assistance
Emergency Assistance and Community Resources
Holy Spirit Parish Christian Service Ministry provides financial assistance, donations and resources to individuals and families facing unexpected hardships or local emergencies within our community. If you are struggling to make ends meet, our parish community is here to offer support and guidance.
The seven Corporal Works of Mercy are derived primarily from Jesus’ teachings in the Gospel of Matthew and are a traditional Catholic way of understanding charitable actions. They are viewed as a direct way to serve Christ by serving the poor and vulnerable
These three of the seven Corporal Works of Mercy describe the work of assisting individuals and families in an emergency:
- Shelter the Homeless: Emergency funds may be available for eviction prevention, rent support, or temporary lodging. Keeping a family in their home directly answers this call.
- Feed the Hungry & Give Drink to the Thirsty: Funds are provided directly to the agencies to prevent utility shut-offs or to restock local food pantries.
- Clothe the Naked: Donations often cover immediate needs for clothing, seasonal gear, or household supplies for families recovering from disasters or extreme poverty.
Holy Spirit Parish works closely with the following Community Agencies:
Child Abuse and Neglect Council (CAN) 989-752-7226
Child & Family Services 989-393-4234
City Rescue Mission 989-752-6051 East Side Soup Kitchen 989-755-3663
Emmaus House 989-755-7538
Food Pantry – First Presbyterian 989-598-5600
H.I.S. Restoration Ministries 989-714-2392
Habitat for Humanity 989-753-5200
Hidden Harvest 989-753-4749
Lifeclinic Community Resources 989-754-0091
Mustard Seed Shelter (women) 989-755-4741
Old Town Soup Kitchen & Baby Pantry 989-220-7362
Partnership Center 989-401-7239
Underground Railroad 989-399-0007
The Well of Saginaw Men’s Shelter 989-295-8392
For immediate information for local food pantries, diaper distributions, or alternative utility programs, please dial 2-1-1.
To request assistance, please contact the Parish Office at 989-781-2457 or call any of the above agencies directly.