Community Outreach and Kinship Opportunities

Welcome to the world of Outreach at Old St. Patrick’s Church! Our overall objective is to educate and motivate people to become more involved at the volunteer and service level in our community and in the world. Old St. Pat’s is a caring, compassionate community whose commitment to Volunteerism and Service has withstood the test of time. Below, you can find ways to become directly involved in Outreach at Old St. Pat’s. We offer volunteer opportunities that encompass using your personal gifts along the road of this mission of giving back. Please peruse the following information to obtain a glimpse of what we offer at Old St. Pat’s. We look forward to working with you on a fulfilling and fruitful journey in this expression of Christ’s Love.

St. Vincent de Paul Volunteer Opportunities

We are excited to share that we have officially begun the process of re-establishing the St. Vincent de Paul Conference here at Old St. Patrick’s Church—the very place where the first conference in Chicago was founded. This full-circle moment is both meaningful and inspiring, and we are grateful for the growing momentum behind this important mission.

Here’s a brief update on the progress we’ve made so far:

We hosted an informal brunch with surrounding parishes to foster connection, explore shared goals, and discuss how we can best support one another in serving those in need.
Our first Ozanam Training was successfully completed by a group of committed volunteers. This training is a key requirement for all who wish to become official members of a St. Vincent de Paul Conference.
We held our first volunteer outing by serving a hot meal at My Brother’s Kitchen in the North Lawndale community - a powerful step in our journey of accompaniment and service.

As we continue to lay the foundation for this ministry, there are several ways for you to get involved:

We meet regularly on the first Thursday of every month.

For more information or to express interest, please contact Johnny Jones at [email protected].
Thank you for your continued support as we work to reestablish this vital ministry and extend the mission of St. Vincent de Paul in meaningful ways.

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Greater Chicago Food Depository

Second Tuesday and Saturday | 9:00 - 11:30 AM | 4100 W. Ann Lurie Place
Saturdays: December 13 | 2026: January 10, February 14, March 14, April 11, May 9
Tuesdays: January 13 | 2026: February 10, March 10, April 14, May 12

Join Old St. Pat's members as they serve with the Greater Chicago Food Depository on the second Tuesday and Saturday of every month. For complete information, please contact the coordinators and provide your email address and phone number(s).

Weekday: Sally Anderson - [email protected] or 202.243.9414
Saturday: Mary Beth Riley - [email protected] or 630.460.7889

Academic Enrichment

Tuesdays | 6:30 PM | Harmony Community Church
Harmony Community Church is seeking volunteers for their "Academic Enrichment Program" for this Fall. Last year, volunteers from Old St. Pat's made a significant impact, and we hope to continue that tradition by providing support again this year. Tutoring sessions will be held at Harmony Community Church every Tuesday, from 6:30 to 8:00 PM.

My Brother's Kitchen

3rd Saturday of the Month | 8 AM | 1241 S. Pulaski Rd. Join Old St. Pat’s team of hosts on July 19th to help set up eating areas, prepare a hot, healthy meal, serve, clean-up and provide cheerful hospitality for over 100 guests from the North Lawndale neighborhood. Volunteers are needed on the 3rd Saturday of every month. All are welcome!

Questions? Contact Vincent Guider, North Lawndale Kinship Initiative Director at [email protected].

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