Corporal Works of Mercy
"For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me." - Matthew 25:35-36
For I was hungry and you gave me food
Feed My Neighbor Food Pantry
Feed My Neighbor Food Pantry was founded to address the growing problem of food insecurity in Polk County, WI. It began as three separate food assistance programs offered by local churches, including Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church, Joy Lutheran, and Faith Lutheran Church. Organizers quickly realized more could be done by combining their efforts! Since opening their doors in March 2023, the pantry has seen a steady increase in people needing help, each hoping the charity can fill the gaps in their food budget.
Hours: Mon 2-5 pm, Tues 5-7 pm, Thurs 10-2 pm, Sat 9-11 am
Address: 101 WIS-35 Centuria, WI 54824
For more information, visit the pantry online at www.feedmyneighborpantry.org
If you would like to volunteer at the Feed My Neighbor Food Pantry, you can signup online at www.signupgenius.com
If you would like to donate to the Feed My Neighbor Food Pantry, you can do so by dropping a check off at Our Lady of the Lakes or mailing it with a note in the memo line for Feed My Neighbor Food Pantry.
Amery Area Food Pantry
The Amery Food Shelf is located close to St. Joseph Catholic Church. Call 715-268-5999 before noon on Wednesdays for more information.
Address: 230 Deronda Street Amery, WI 54001
For an appointment, please leave your name and number on the voicemail. They are open Thursdays from 2-6 pm. Area of Service: Amery School District Only.
Other Polk County Food Pantries in Wisconsin
Visit the Polk County website for more information found here: https://www.polkcountywi.gov
I was thirsty and you gave me drink
Through the Diocese of Superior, there are many ways to help our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Catholic Relief Services
Your care is a blessing - whether you are providing nutritious food and clean water for schoolchildren, bringing safe shelter to people who have lost everything in natural disasters, or relief for people feeling the anguish of war, your support is their survival. Donate directly at crs.org or donate through the Diocese of Superior Special Collections at your parish.
Catholic Charities USA
Supports a national network of agencies committed to encountering those along the margins, regardless of their faith. Join them in providing help and creating hope for those in need. Donate directly at catholicharitiesusa.org or donate through the Diocese of Superior Special Collections at your parish.
Do your part
We often take for granted our access to clean water. Make an effort not to waste water at your own house, remembering to turn off the faucet. Donate bottled water to your local shelter for families or food pantries.
I was a stranger and you welcomed me
Community Referral Agency
Providing Shelter and Services for Survivors of Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault.
How can you help someone? Ask if something is wrong, express concern, listen and validate, support their decision, refer to a CRA Advocate.
24 hour toll-free crisis: 1-800-261-7233 or text 715-553-3359.
All services are free and confidential.
Polk County Office: 715-825-4414
Burnett County Office: 715-349-7272
Barron County Office: 715-651-4969
Northwoods Homeless Shelter
Established in 1998 after community leaders met to address the issue of homelessness in Polk County, WI. They have three units of shelter in Amery and Luck. People in need of shelter can call 715-268-5730 or 715-554-0137 to talk to staff and do the initial intake. Emergency shelter and services are provided free of charge to their program participants. Funding for their program is provided through donations. You can donate to this homeless shelter from your parish, please put Northwoods Homeless Shelter in the memo line.
I was sick and you visited me
Homebound Ministry
Take time to stop and visit with an elderly neighbor. Give caregivers time off from their caregiving responsibilities so they can rest, complete personal chores, or enjoy a relaxing break.
Next time you make a meal that can easily be frozen, make a double batch and give it to a family in your parish who has a sick loved one.
Bring Holy Communion to the Homebound
Become an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion and bring the Eucharist to those who are homebound, sick, or in a nursing home. Ready to serve? Contact Us
I was in prison and you came to me
Prison Ministry
Writing letters to prisoners can be a powerful act of kindness and a source of hope for those incarcerated. Many prison ministries facilitate this form of outreach, connecting volunteers with inmates to offer encouragement and support. If you would like to get involved, please Contact Us
Opportunities to Grieve
GriefShare
GriefShare helps walk you through your grief process and heal from the pain. Healing from loss is a journey and everyone experiences grief differently. There's no "right way" to grieve, it cannot be rushed, and finding support is crucial. Join GriefShare at St. Joseph today: www.griefshare.org
Funerals
Funerals give us the opportunity to grieve and show others support during difficult times. Through our prayers and actions during these times we show our respect for life, which is always a gift from God, and comfort to those who mourn. Send a card to someone who has recently lost a loved one. For help planning a funeral of a loved one, visit our Funeral Planning Intake Form here.
Cemeteries
Visit the cemetery and pray for those you have lost. Not sure where our cemeteries are? Visit our cemetery page online for directions.
I was a stranger and you welcomed me
Donate to Charity Aid
Our parishes help local people in immediate need through Charity Aid. We vet those who contact us to verify their stories. Although we are not able to assist everyone, we try to provide temporary support for those in need by connecting them with the appropriate organization or resource. To donate to the charity aid fund, drop your donation in the collection basket with a note in the memo line stating "charity aid" and we will make sure the funds help our local community. If you know someone that needs help, please Contact Us.
