“Faith in action is love, and love in action is service” - St Teresa of Calcutta

   St Henry's Cares           

            Most individuals experiencing homelessness reported a job loss, unemployment or alcohol/drug us as the event or condition that lead to their homelessness.  St Henry's. through My Brothers and Sisters Kitchen and other St Henry's ministries, has been serving homeless individuals and individuals at-risk of becoming homeless with dignity and respect.
            The essential services that would benefit our neighbors in need, both the poor and homeless, centers on laying the fertile ground for them to transition out of homelessness.  These services will greatly aid the Regions vision in tackling the root causes of the poor and homeless and helping these individuals in becoming self sufficient in a sustainable manner.
            This vision, through the collaborative efforts of the government, neighborhood associations, non-profits, faith based communities and businesses, will strive to provide the essential services to the our neighbors in need; housing and/or shelter, education, medical care, substance abuse treatment, identification application or recovery, meals, legal aid and employment opportunities, in a safe and healthy environment.            
 

St Henry's Pastoral Affirmation on the Poor and Homeless

In following the Catholic Corporal Works of Mercy, St. Henry Catholic Church affirms the preferential
option to assist and offer supportive services to people who are poor, at risk and homeless in Gresham, Oregon.

• We will treat everyone with respect and dignity.
• We will strive to serve others with honesty, integrity, empathy and patience.
• We will provide a non-judgmental environment for everyone.
• We will strive in the spirit of charity to accommodate and tolerate the inconveniences and annoyances that may be created by those less fortunate.