Social Justice Ministry “My children, love must not be a matter of words or talk; it must be genuine and show itself in action.” (John 3:17-18)

Chair or Contact Person
Tish Galu
919.960.4437
galu@bellsouth.net

Additional Contact(s)
Mauricio Castro
919.423.6332
Macalcdc@aol.com

Mission Statement/Purpose
We are organized so that families and institutions have a way to respond to the economic, political, social and cultural pressures we are facing. We want to make positive changes in the community that will make Orange County a better place to live and work.

Major Accomplishments
St. Thomas More and 14 other faith-based organizations/institutions have signed an agreement with the IAF (Industrial Areas Foundation) to organize in Orange County. After a series of house meetings, we are planning a mini assembly in February and full assembly in the spring to bring the issues/concerns to the leaders, community and the press.

Major Activity
Listening to the families in our community to determine the concerns and issues that need to be addressed, researching the solutions and presenting the information to the community to affect change.

Meeting Frequency
A steering committee meets the 4th Thursday of the month at rotating member’s churches/institutions.

Meeting Venue
In addition to our monthly steering committee meetings, there are house meetings throughout the community to continue to listen to the concerns of the community, and full meetings of all member groups planned for the spring which will determine our direction and future work.

Estimated Time Commitment for Volunteers
One 2-hour meeting per month and two-three major events per year. The time commitment will depend upon the issue being researched and how the members would like to work together.

Special Skills
None are needed; Members need only an interest in helping those in need.