Signup Here to drop off diapers the weekend of: March 6 & 7 


St. Michael the Archangel Mothers of Young Children will be collecting diapers to benefit Olathe Pregnancy Clinic, a local pregnancy support clinic. 
Diaper sizes needed: 3,4,5 & 6
Drop off before Mass: March 6 & 7
Questions?  Please email smamoyc@gmail.com

This year, there will be multiple service projects across the city for families/small groups and in shifts throughout the day.  We will also have guided at-home projects for those who are vulnerable but still wish to serve  Weather permitting, consider a Driveway Serve Day and invite your neighbors to join you!

Click HERE for more information

MAKE A LENTEN SACRIFICE
Give Up Blood This Lent & Save a Life!
Monday, March 29, 1:00-6:00 p.m.
St. Michael Parish Hall

Click HERE for more information.
 

​​​​​(click on the gift bag for the flyer)
Let another parishioner know that they are thought of by their parish family. 

Download the flyer and assemble a small gift bag with items like prayer cards, rosaries, puzzles, word searches, stickers, prepackaged treats, etc. and deliver both the flyer and the small gift bag to a parishioner you know. This is just a little, contactless but impactful, way to help bring a smile to our parish family!  

Our next serve date (Feb 20, March 7 & 20): contact our chairs HERE for questions or to learn how you can help. We are providing sack lunches, packaged in plastic bags (grocery store bags).

**Meat Sandwich Lunch: (in new and un-tied plastic grocery bag, no PB&J)

-Sandwich in plastc sandwich bag [2 pieces of bread, 2-3 slices of lunchmeat, 1 slice of cheese (not processed)] with a mayo packet
-Granola bar or protein bar
-Fruit cup or apple sauce (supply a spoon)
-1 lunch size bag of chips
-1 dessert (cookies or a brownie) 
-Napkin

**Please no pb&j, mayo based meat spreads, or perishable fruits/vegetables.Instead of our normal casserole meal we will provide lunches, packaged in plastic bags (grocery store bags), and will not be taking any volunteers to serve.  

Thank you for your consideration!

Serve Opportunities:
Egg Cartons Needed for Food Pantry
Do you have an eggstra egg carton?  Catholic Charities food pantry in Olathe often receives boxes of eggs from grocery stores. They are in need of replacement egg cartons to help with food distribution.  (Dozen size cartons are prefered.)  Please drop them off at the Parish Office.
 

Shalom House opens its doors to 24 men of all faiths in need of shelter, food and companionship. Services are provided at no charge and include a safe place to sleep, eat dinner and breakfast, shower (toiletries and other necessities provided), do laundry and get clothing. In addition, men get employment assistance as well as referrals for medical care.

Volunteers are the cornerstone of Shalom House’s ability to provide services to these men in need of help. Each evening, volunteer groups from families, churches, community organizations, civic groups and companies prepare, serve and share dinner with the guests. There are certain dates open each month for groups to buy, prepare and serve a meal. Dinner is served from roughly 6-8pm each night. Dinner drop offs are also welcomed at this time. For additional information, please contact Cari Olberding at 913-433-2014 or colberding@catholiccharitiesks.org.

Volunteers are vital to the success of Catholic Charities.  There are continual openings in the Family Support Centers and at TurnStyles – see below for links to volunteer.  Please note – these links are updated weekly.  If you want to sign on as a recurring volunteer – contact Cari Olberding at colberding@catholiccharitiesks.org. 

Family Support Centers sign up opportunities:
Hope Distribution Center click HERE 
Overland Park click HERE
Olathe click HERE
 
TurnStyles Thrift sign up opportunities: 
87^th Street click HERE
135^th Street click HERE

More from Catholic Charities: "...Many in our community are looking to Catholic Charities for disaster relief. Therefore, we remain in need of food. Volunteers are also needed for our distribution efforts, as well as within our Friendly Visitors/Ring-A-Day program to provide phone calls and letters to the elderly experiencing isolation within many of our nursing facilities. If you are interested in helping our neighbors in need at this time, please visit:  https://catholiccharitiesks.org/covid19/

...for any change in services going forward check:
https://catholiccharitiesks.org/, 
https://www.facebook.com/CCNEK/,
https://twitter.com/CCNEK 

Visit our page HERE for more information on Catholic Charities. 

Cards for Assisted Living Residents:
Brighten someone's day and send a note or card to an assisted living facility.  

 -Leawood Gardens, 5201 W 143rd St., Leawood, KS 66224
 -The Healthcare Resort of Leawood, 5401 W 143rd St., Leawood, KS 66224
 -Tallgrass Creek Senior Living Community, 13800 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS 66223

We are currently in need of more Friendly Visitors. Signup HERE or or contact Mary Connor ay 913-402-3920, mary.connor@stmichaelcp.org for more information.

PURPOSE: To foster friendships between parishioners and individuals that are homebound or feeling isolated from our parish community by serving with love and compassion.

Friendly Visitor Volunteer Overview/Requirements:

• At least 18+ years of age & and a registered member of St. Michael. (This can also be a great family volunteer opportunity! - Younger children can help with projects & be accompanied by an adult for visits).
• Make one-year commitment/ with minimum once per month contact with your individual.
• Goal: One contact per month- a phone call, sending a card, sending a prayer card or small gift.
• Assist with our Easter lily & Christmas poinsettia delivery.

Details Coming Soon! 
Corporal Work of Mercy: "Visit the Imprisoned".