St. Gertrude Parish

Heart to Heart is a ministry based at St. Gertrude Catholic Church in Chicago, dedicated to serving the vulnerable residents of Edgewater, particularly senior citizens. Led by Director Sr. Susan Quaintance OSB and Manager Laurie Hasbrook, the program aims to provide minimal assistance to help seniors maintain independence in their homes by connecting them with community services and agencies. Through assessments and outreach, Heart to Heart offers a range of services to support older individuals, emphasizing the importance of human connection and care, especially for those isolated during the pandemic. The program also operates a medical lending closet managed by Laurie Hasbrook, providing essential items like walkers, wheelchairs, and shower chairs to those in need. Generated from the website

St. Patrick Fathers, formerly located in Cliffside Park, New Jersey, Saratoga, California, and currently based in Chicago, Illinois, is a tax-exempt non-profit organization founded on St. Patrick's Day in 1932. With a mission to spread the Gospel and make disciples of all nations, the society has been actively engaged in missionary work in Africa, South America, and the Caribbean for over 80 years. Alongside their primary focus on promoting their missionary efforts, St. Patrick Fathers also have a longstanding tradition of serving the wider Irish community in Chicago. Since their establishment in the United States in 1954, St. Patrick Fathers has been dedicated to raising awareness and support for their missionary work through various initiatives. With a commitment to following the teachings of Jesus, the society strives to fulfill the command to baptize and teach all nations, while also providing spiritual guidance and support to the Irish community in Chicago. Through their efforts, St. Patrick Fathers continues to make a meaningful impact both locally and globally.Generated from the website