The Social Action and Evangelization Ministry at Holy Cross has evolved over the years, and now has a new name and framework – the Coalition for a Beloved Community – which better reflects what this ministry does and how its members work together toward shared goals and objectives, explains Ava Thompson, coordinator of the ministry. Quincy Purvis assisted with planning.

The Social Action and Evangelization Ministry began at Holy Cross in 1971 with distribution of food at Thanksgiving and Christmas to families with food insecurities and insufficient resources, Ava explains. “The ministry has gone through several evolutions and expanded to include advocacy and global solidarity, as well as direct services and outreach locally," she said.

Social Action and Outreach is changing to be more inclusive, with a community approach that welcomes all parishioners to answer their Baptismal Call to be disciples of Jesus and share his love with others.

“The Coalition for a Beloved Community enables our whole faith community to help bring about better care, reduce poverty and hunger, and fight the root causes of hate and racism for all members of society.

Helping to make this transition are our inaugural Coalition members:

• Truman Crump
• Sofia Frank
• Denra Laville
• Quincy Purvis

“We welcome our inaugural Coalition members,” Ava said. Others who are interested in joining are asked to sign up at the the Beloved Community ministry link in our Flockntoe network. 

Click here to add your name and preferred contact information to the Beloved Community group in our parish Flocknote network.

You will receive Coalition updates and service opportunities sent via Flocknote to your email inbox or texted to your phone. To contact Ava directly, send an email message to socialaction@holycrossdurham.org.