“Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall enjoy everything.”

St. Francis of Assisi

We asked Sister, “What are the greatest needs?”  Sister Armida’s answer:

  • FOOD and MEDICINE

kids in truck-2Sick people line up at the Clinic while it is still dark and cold. At this time, our weather is especially cold and inclement. The breakfast lines are very long. People begin arriving at 6:00 AM and circle around the sidewalks outside the Casa shivering while waiting for the doors to open. The Casa is a place of refuge, spiritual solace and friendship for the many men, women, and children who come here.

The people suffer from wind and cold weather, especially at night. They huddle together to try and keep warm.  The Sisters request:

  • Blankets, tarps
  • Warm jackets, socks
  • FOOD
  • Over-the-counter medicines
  • Soap, towels
  • Baby, children, and men’s clothing
  • Any extra citrus or other fruit you may harvest from your yard

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