Human Concerns Commission

This commission discerns and responds to the needs of persons in the parish, the wider community and the world by identifying resources to meet their needs and enlisting the active cooperation of parishioners. The members collaborate with the pastor, staff, and other organizations and agencies in service, advocacy, justice education, and empowerment of people. The commission may have committees, such as pro-life, meal programs, and food pantry.


Special areas of this commission’s focus are:

  • Strengthening the bond with our sister parish, Congregation of the Great Spirit
  • Respect for life efforts
  • St. Gabriel & St. Boniface Food Pantry
  • Blood drives
  • Yarn ministry
  • Help for the poor and homeless

YOUR GIFT OF TIME: one monthly meeting, 1 hour in length, special projects as needed.


If you would like to receive more information about this commission or would like to become a member, please reach out to Connie Helm, Director of Development.


Current Human Concerns Commission Members:

  • Connie Helm, Director of Development (Staff liaison)
  • Chair - Donna Rider
  • Pastoral Council Liaison - Beth Kangas
  • Vice-Chair - Gerry Wolf
  • Secretary - Barth Wolf
  • Linda Helvick
  • Mike Mesenbourg
  • Tom Petrilli
  • Ron Weis

Please submit the completed form for any event or campaign that you are requesting for the St. Gabriel Parish & School families to participate in. 

St. Gabriel Parish & School Charity Drive Request Form