For over 40 years, FAPC has been providing a worship service at 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Sunday of the month at the Bowery. Volunteer opportunities include singing, playing an instrument, reading a lesson, praying aloud or in private or serving an evening mail to the homeless. Contact: Rachel Hocking at
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The FAPC Committee on Homelessness serves Christ, who is seen in each of us, by befriending the homeless, connecting them to needed resources and collaborating with others seeking to end homelessness. As part of a coalition of faith-based organizations, the Low Income Housing Commission advocates to our elected officials for the creation of affordable housing. Contact: Nate Mahrer at
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FAPC operates an overnight Shelter 365 days of the year for 12 older adult men who are currently awaiting permanent NYC housing. Volunteers are needed to provide food, serve as early evening hosts, stay overnight or assist with special events like holiday parties. Contact Joe Vedella at
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Hot meals have been prepared and delivered to 30-40 homebound, elderly neighbors every Saturday morning and on holidays for over 20 years. Caring volunteers are needed whenever time is available to help with meal preparation and to deliver meals. Contact Josie Lawrence at
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Volunteers serve a hot mid-day meal at the west-side Coffeehouse on the second Sunday of every month. We also send volunteers to help serve a Thanksgiving dinner to 1,400 people. Contact Evelyn DiMaria at
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This program offers one-hour tutorials to men and women for whom English is a second language. Volunteer teachers are needed for this program coordinated by the Women’s Association. Contact Rita Arlen at
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or 212.247.0490 ext. 3041.