Refugee Outreach Associate
at All Saints Church

Where will I serve? A parish on the southeast side of the city of Syracuse.

Who will I serve? Newly arrived refugees primarily from the Congo.

What will I do? Work with the Refugee Welcoming Task Force to support newly arrived refugees by helping them establish themselves socially, financially, and legally.

What will my day look like?

• Engage refugee members into the life and ministry of the parish.
• Encourage refugees to use their gifts, and to see themselves as givers, contributing to the life of the parish, and partaking in service activities to the larger Syracuse community.
• Assist refugees with shelter: finding housing, moving furniture, working with landlords, and navigating heating bills.
• Assist refugees with food: direct delivery of food and helping families participate in food banks/pantries.
• Assist refugees with clothing: distributing diapers and other clothing.
• Assist refugees with employment: helping to find and keep jobs.
• Assist refugees with legal aid: connecting to volunteer lawyers and legal organizations.
• Assist refugees with transportation: driving to doctor appointments, food banks/pantries, new jobs, etc.
• Assist refugees with online services: helping with unemployment benefits, health insurance, green cards, searching for jobs, helping students with at home digital learning, etc.

What gifts and talents will I bring and grow in? Ability to work with a diverse population. A welcoming, friendly, and compassionate demeanor. An interest in hearing the stories of others. Patience and understanding.