Works of Mercy Council

We strive to do the Work of God to serve the poor and those in need in our parish and greater Tucson community.  We work as a team to facilitate assistance to various agencies through donations of financial resources, items or time. Opportunities for volunteerism and training exist at these agencies below if you desire to help.

Casa de los Ni ños – A foster care agency offering parenting skills, counseling and other services.  Our Giving Tree in Advent benefits this agency. 
Contact: Mikaela Ross 624-5600 x 10207                                          
Web Site: www.casadelosninos.org 

Casa Maria – A Catholic Worker Soup Kitchen serving the homeless who need a meal.  We plan to assist the workers on the fourth Tuesday of each month.  Sign up to help by clicking here for this ministry or call the parish office. 
Agency contact: Brian Flagg 520-624-0312. 
www.casamariatucson.org

Hearing Aid, Eye Glass Collection – Reconditioned used appliances and eye glasses are sent locally and world-wide.  Collection baskets are available in the Narthex. 
Contact: Ginny Qualiata – 744-4773

Interfaith Community Services (ICS) – A variety of services are provided to needy families and individuals.  The weekly food, as well as the annual School Supply collections, assist ICS.
Contact: Tori Carlson-Foscz – 297-6049
Web Site: www.icstucson.org

Poverello House – Based on Franciscan tradition, this day homeless shelter for men provides meals, showers, comfort and clothing. 
Contact: Anne Reissner – 908-7239
Web Site: www.tucsonpoverello.com

Reachout Women’s Center – Provides pregnancy testing, ultrasound, material assistance and counseling. 
Contact: Susan Whitney – 321-4300
Web Site: www.reachoutwomensshelter.org

Sister Jose Women’s Shelter – a 24-hour shelter providing food, showers, clothing and comfort for homeless women.
Contact: Penny Buckley – 909-3905
Web Site: www.srjosewomensshelter.org

World Care – Its mission is to help create sustainable communities by recycling, refurbishing and redistributing goods for people in need.  The Healthcare and Adaptive Equipment collection at St. Mark assists with this mission. 
Contact: Sam Matz – 514-1588
Web Site: www.worldcare.org