The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted those living in poverty the most and Catholic Charities, diocese of Paterson’s 3 food Pantries (Fr. English center, Paterson; Hope House, Dover; and Partnership of Social Services, Franklin) are giving out more food than ever before. Most months, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson gives out food to 5,000-7,000 people at their 3 food pantries. Through COVID-19 this number has more than quadrupled as they have helped over 20,000 each month. Bishop Sweeney has authorized a Catholic Charities Diocesan-wide food collection in all parishes. This year the drive has gone virtual, and you can shop online and have items directly shipped to Catholic Charities Food Pantries. Visit www.ccpaterson.org/corpus to contribute. Here you can find our parish and shop for items of great need. You may also email: [email protected] or call 973-279-7100 ext. 2038 with any questions or to donate food directly to Catholic Charities Food Pantries.