“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. John 13:34

In changing times, people need flexible and creative ways to share their gifts with those who need it most. At St. Bruno, we have a variety of ways people can get involved in outreach ministries. Whether you like the camaraderie and structure of a group or prefer the flexibility of sharing your gifts on your own, we have many ways you can bless others with your heart and hands.

Here are a few ministries that offer ways you and your family can help anytime/anywhere! 
 

• Bake cookies to share with the needy
  • St. Bruno helps support St. Ben’s monthly community meal that serves the needy in Milwaukee. Dessert is always appreciated! You may leave baked treats in the St. Bruno Gathering Space kitchen during the 4^th week of the month. *Meals are served the fourth Sunday.
• Prayer Network
  • One of the most important ways we can serve others is through prayer. It can be done anytime, anywhere! if you would like to serve by being a part of our prayer network team, call Ruth at 262-965-2329.
• Prayer Shawl Ministry
  • If you like to knit or crochet and would like to share some love, consider joining our Prayer Shawl ministry. Join our group for in-person camaraderie or knit from your favorite chair in your spare time at home. All levels welcome! Contact Yvonne Hickey  for more information.

• Mt. Meru Coffee
  • Each cup stirs hope! Fair trade coffee, which directly supports farmers in Tanzania, Africa, is available for sale on the self-service cart in the Gathering Space at St. Paul Church or buy online.  Contact Mark Montanye for more information or check out www.mtmerucoffee.org to learn about the project and how you can order!
• FREE Clothing Share, April & October
  • You give away more than clothes when you clean your closets and donate what you can’t use—you give usable items a new life and you give away smiles! St. Paul’s will be hosting a FREE Clothing Share open to everyone! Contact Jerie Roder for more information or find details in upcoming bulletins and on the website.
• Men Who Cook Dinner & Auction, April 
  • Support our beloved annual dinner and auction event by attending, volunteering or donating. This events takes many hands to make happen and you can choose how and when you’d like to help! Visit Men Who Cook to find out how you can get in on the fun!
• Support St. Bruno School
  • Visit St. Bruno School’s website to learn ways you can support Catholic education by doing things like eating at local restaurants and buying groceries!
• Franciscan Peacemakers:
  • Franciscan Peacemakers provides a pathway to sustainable, healthy, safe, and productive lives for women engaging in prostitution due to trauma, human sex trafficking or drug addiction. Support this southeastern Wisconsin ministry by shopping their online store for yummy bath and body products, donating, or volunteering your time to help make a difference in the lives of women creating a better tomorrow. Visit franciscanpeacemakers.org to learn more about this life-changing ministry.
  • ERAS Senior Network: The mission of Eras Senior Network is to engage and support seniors, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers in leading meaningful lives in the Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha communities. Give of yourself by offering to drive a senior to the store, make a friendly phone call to check in with and chat with an older person, or help by donating much-needed items and supplies. Visit eras.org for more information and to see how you can brighten the life of someone in our community.
• Hope Center, 502 N. East Avenue, Waukesha
  • We need your help to refill our racks in the clothing shop, along with restocking our hygiene products. Our most needed clothing items are:
    -men's light weight jackets and hoodies (S- 2XL)
    - men's boxers (S-2XL)
    -men's shorts ( all sizes)
    - short sleeve or tank top men's undershirt ( S-2XL)
    - Women's shorts (all sizes)
    - shampoo and conditioner 
    - body wash
    - lotion
    - deodorant (men and women)
    - bug spray 
    - sunscreen 
    - twin, full & queen size sheet sets and comforters
    - new bed pillows
    
    Donations accepted Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm. Please call with any questions 262-549-8726.