Homelessness

Consistent with the purpose of our founders and open to the Spirit, we engage in ministries that meet the needs of the Church, of contemporary society, and of our congregation. - FSPA Unity in Diversity

FSPA and affiliates work in a number of ways to relieve the suffering of our homeless brothers and sisters. From expanding a warming center in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to ensuring food is served at St. Benedict Labre Homeless Ministry in Las Vegas, Nevada, our work is far-reaching.

FSPA Homelessness Initiative, La Crosse, Wisconsin supports:

Fox Valley Warming Shelter, Appleton, Wisconsin

  • 3 workers at Fox Valley Warming Center

  • Sister Ruth Berra supports Fox Valley Warming Shelter providing personal services for our homeless brothers and sisters including laundry and food preparation.

    Call 920-832-1479 to get involved.

St. Benedict Labre Homeless Ministry, Las Vegas, Nevada

  • Las Vegas affiliates and Sister Lorraine Forster making sandwiches for homeless

  • Sister Lorraine Forster, who passed away in 2023, was very active in St. Benedict Labre Homeless Ministry.  And, our Las Vegas-area affiliates, volunteer regularly.


    Show up Mondays at 7 p.m. (G Street and Mc Williams) to get involved.

House of Charity, Spokane, Washington

  • Sister Kathy Roberg distributing sleeping mats

  • Sister Kathy Roberg can be found distributing mats and participating in other volunteer activities at House of Charity, which provides emergency services including meals, shelter and case management to an underserved population.

    Get Involved

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