GOOD STEWARDS SHARE THEIR GIFTS OF TIME AND TALENT   St. Jude Catholic Community is committed to living Christ’s call for service to those in need.  The practice of stewardship is important for the mission of the church and for the spiritual well-being of each individual.  Everyone benefits from the sacrificial gift one makes of his time, talent, and treasure. There are things that only you can do, and words only you can say.  There is a brother or sister waiting for your help, needing to hear words of peace from you.  Please, prayerfully consider sharing your time, talent and treasure with those in need. Giving is a joy-filled experience! OUT REACH MINISTRIES Detention Ministry             Weekly visits are made to inmates at Camp Kilpatrick for prayer and Bible Study.  The goal of this outreach program is to bring hope and faith to troubled young men 12 to 18 years old. Contact:  Vince Vespe                  818 706-8248 e-mail:  vinvespe@sbcglobal.net     Loaves and Fishes             Eight months each year, this ministry collects food, paper goods and personal hygiene items for distribution to the local needy.  Their mission is “Feeding the hungry, one bag of food at a time.” Contact:  John & Jackie Treuting                805 495-4630 e-mail:  jackie_treuting@hotmail.com.               Jerry Sullivan               805  495-1623 St. Jude’s Clothes Closet           Gently used, clean clothing is collected, sorted and donated to service organizations assisting the needy.  The main focus is to provide clothing for women attempting to re-enter the work force.  However, clothing for all genders and ages can be used.  Contact:  Megan Weddle             818 889-1279, ext. 210 First Communion Clothes Project           For the first time this year parishioners passed along children’s First Communion clothing to the needy children in the inner city.  This project is a meaningful way for children to share with other children. Baby Day           Once a year (June), baby diapers, food, and clothing are collected and donated to organizations serving young women who are struggling financially and emotionally at the time of a baby’s birth. Back-to-School Project           Each summer (August), school supplies, backpacks, and donations for public school uniforms are collected, sorted, packed and distributed to agencies in Ventura and Los Angeles counties who serve the needy and homeless children. New soles for Young Souls New or gently used sneakers for homeless kids in Ventura County are collected during our back-to-school project. We can make the first day of school more comfortable for these children. Las Familias/Impacto Outreach             Sandwiches are prepared and small gifts are collected monthly and delivered, along with food to the Los Angeles day care and after school centers.  Support for the adults in these low-income families is also provided. Contact:  Arlene LaPorte                805 496-6345   Homeless Breakfast             Once a month parishioners prepare and serve breakfast to the homeless attendees in Ventura.  Participants are given a good meal and a chance to interact with caring volunteers. Contact:  Jason & Jennifer Puga                  (805) 777-7906   Christian Service/Hospitality             Christian Service offers specific aid to help people find their way through difficult times. Contact:  Pastoral Office                  818 889-1279   Hospitality             New parishioners bring their unique gifts to our community so they need to be welcomed and invited to register. Contact:  Pastoral Office                  818 889-1279   Bereavement Ministry             As needed, volunteers visit the sick and dying with support and encouragement for them and their families. Contact:  Jean Marie Cull                  805 497-6473 LITURGICAL MINISTRIES (Under Construction) Ministry to the Sick           As needed, Eucharistic Ministers bring Holy Communion to ill parishioners who are hospitalized or homebound and unable to attend Mass.  Contact:  Pastoral Office                 818 889-1279 Music Ministry           Music ministers share their faith and serve the community by leading the congregation in expressing love of God and neighbor through music. Contact:  Vincent Adams                 818 889-2373