Outreach Ministries

GEORGE'S GARMENTS (Located at Ss. Cyril & Methodius Church)

A free clothing center where anyone can receive free clothing and shoes.   

This ministry began  in 2017 from an idea from one of the parishioners at Ss. Cyril & Methodius parish to hold a periodic free clothing event to assist those in need in our local community.  The combined efforts of parishioners of Ss. Cyril & Methodius, Church of the Holy Trinity and students from our faith formation program worked to form the clothing center housed in the parish hall basement at Ss. Cyril & Methodius church.  The first free clothing give-away event was held on November 4, 2017 and served 100 people.

In 2018, it was decided that there was an overwhelming need from the local community for free clothing and shoes and the free clothing event became a permanent clothing center named George's Garments, honoring the late Fr. George Sandor, who was a beloved pastor.

George's Garments is run and staffed by volunteers.  We rely on donations of clean, gently used clothing.  Monetary donations are always welcome, which enable us to purchase items that are not usually donated.

The volunteers at George's Garments often feel like the customers are family.  We hear about their challenges, needs and joys.  We help them and often, they help one another.  It is very meaningful work and rewarding to see the difference that George's Garments makes in people's lives.

Currently, George's Garments is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm.

If you are interested in donating or volunteering, please contact the parish office at (607) 724-1372.

 

FREE LUNCH  & GROCERCIES PROGRAM  

This program operates on the campus of Ss. Cyril & Methodius located in the former convent building (brick building in the near of the parish parking lot).  The program is operated by Outreach Ministries, which was started by volunteers at St. Patrick's Church.

Free sandwiches and groceries available to anyone - no ID or proof of income required.

For more information, please call (607) 374-1300.

 

 

WARM HANDS, WARM HEARTS

This program was started by the parishioners at the Church of the Holy Trinity in 2018.   We collect new hats, scarves, mittens and socks during the season of Advent to be given to our local food pantries and clothing centers located at Ss. Cyril & Methodius Church, St. James Church and St. Patrick's Church.  Many of our home-bound parishioners contribute to this program by knitting or crocheting items.