Social Action   Christians Opposing Prisoner Execution (C.O.P.E.) COPE is a group of parishioners who are opposed to the death penalty.  Our goals are to educate our parish regarding our Catholic teaching against the death penalty, to reach out to all victims of violent crimes, and to change the laws of our state and nation with regard to the death penalty.  COPE sponsors informational meetings, makes pertinent material available, and conducts community wide vigils expressing our opposition to state and federal sponsored killing. Contact: Deacon Marv Estey    909-599-1243 x177   Detention Ministry Holy Name of Mary Catholic Community Archdiocesan Detention Ministries provide Communion Service, Sacrament Preparation and Bible Study / Fellowship to the young inmates of these camps, which are run by the L.A. County Probation Department.  The age range of these young men who are often abandoned, neglected and sometimes forgotten, is from 14 to 18 years old. If you have a heart to help in these young men’s salvation, or if God has been tugging on your heart to make a difference in the world where we live, give one of the Chaplains a call as each of the camps needs are different.  They will be happy to introduce you to a fulfilling, grace-filled ministry. Contact the Pastoral Office for more information.   Double Bag Lunches (First Thursday, monthly) Contact the School Office for more information.   ESL Classes Contact the Pastoral Office for more information.   Respect Life The mission of our Respect Life Ministry is to provide an educational, political, and supportive agenda that fosters a strong respect for life at every stage and in every circumstance. Activities include an annual Walk for Life fundraiser for our local crisis pregnancy center as well as a Mother’s Day Rose Sale to generate funds for the same purpose. As the need arises we keep our parish informed on political issues that have a high social justice impact in the sanctity of life arena, including abortion, infanticide, euthanasia and capital punishment. Saturday mornings give us an opportunity to provide a visible sign of walking and praying the rosary in front of the local Montclair abortion clinic. We are in need of generous hearts who can join us for prayer on Saturday mornings, or from time to time man the tables at our church exits and collect legislative signatures, or sell fund-raising roses. Contact the Pastoral Office for more information.   Social Justice Ministry The Social Justice Ministry will work collaboratively and where appropriate take a leadership role in providing charity, education and advocacy concerning the principles of Catholic Social Teaching.  This effort will be spiritually based and animated by the teachings of Christ.  Our goals are to: Participate in the ongoing education of our community concerning the Church’s teachings on justice. Work to apply these principles in our parish community as well as locally, nationally, and internationally. Be advocates for public policies that affirm human life, human dignity, and reflect a consistent life ethic. Contact:  Deacon Marv Estey 909-599-1243 x177   St Vincent de Paul Society We care for the less fortunate on a short term, emergency basis by providing: Food, clothing, and/or temporary shelter for those in immediate need. Help with utility bills on a one-time basis for past due situations needing immediate attention. Direction to the needy for long term assistance in utilities, housing, and self-help programs. Counseling to applicants to determine level of need and specific areas we can assist in. Special assistance for the parish needy with programs such as Christmas Baskets and Summer Camper ships. An outlet to more fortunate parishioners and local businesses to redistribute food, used clothing, used furniture and used appliances to the needy. Support to less fortunate local shelter programs with donations of food and clothing. Come join us the second Tuesday of each month, Jr. Building, Teachers Lounge, and see what out ministry is about. Contact:  909-599-1243, x 138