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Parish Financial Assistance

At St. John’s, we believe deeply in Jesus’ call to “love our neighbors as ourselves.” As part of that commitment, we strive to provide helpful support to our community—especially to those experiencing financial hardship or an unexpected crisis.

While we would love to meet every need brought to our door, our resources are limited. At this time, we are able to offer up to $50 in assistance once every six months. This support most often takes the form of contributing to rent, adding funds to a utility account, or helping cover the cost of obtaining important documents such as a state ID or driver’s license.

To ensure funds are used effectively and securely, assistance is provided directly to a business or service provider—typically through online payment or a check made payable to the organization.

To request assistance, simply visit the church office during our regular hours (Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–4:30 PM). Please bring any documents related to your need—such as a lease, a utility bill, or an account statement—so we can best support you.

When you arrive, a member of the clergy will meet with you, complete a brief intake form, and offer assistance in whatever ways we are able. You will also receive our Community Resource guide, which includes additional organizations and services that may be helpful.

Community
Resources

This document offers a comprehensive list of Community Resources, including:

  • Hotlines
  • Rental Assistance
  • Shelters
  • Food Pantries
  • Childcare & enrichment opportunities
  • Employment support
  • Senior services
  • Parenting support
  • Healthcare & insurance assistance
  • Transportation support
  • Utility assistance
  • Mental health resources
  • Addiction support
  • Adult education programs
  • Church assistance
  • Financial assistance & counseling

Whether you are looking for emergency help, ongoing support, or opportunities for growth and stability, these resources are here for you. 

You can help us keep this list accurate and up-to-date by letting us know if any of these resources are no longer correct, or if you know of other resources that should be added.

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Immigration
Resources

We understand that during times of increased activity by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or changes in immigration policy, many individuals and families in our community may feel vulnerable or uncertain. Below are trusted resources we recommend. Please know we are here to support you and will treat all inquiries with confidentiality, respect, and care.

All people in the United States, including undocumented immigrants, have Constitutional rights and protections.  These flyers, provided by the Catholic Legal Immigration Network explain your rights in various places and contexts.

Know Your Rights (English)
CONOZCA SUS DERECHOS (ESPAÑOL)
KONNEN DWA OU (KREYÒL)
CONNAISSEZ VOS DROITS (FRANÇAIS)
اعرف حقوقك (Arabic/عربي)
از حقوق خود آگاه باشید (Dari/دری )
了解你的权利 (Chinese/中文)

Español

  • Coalición de Alabama por la Justicia Inmigrante

    Una red estatal que aboga por la justicia inmigrante a través del cambio de políticas, la organización comunitaria y el desarrollo de liderazgo. Proporciona recursos legales, educación sobre sus derechos y apoyo a familias inmigrantes que enfrentan desafíos del sistema.

    205-945-0777 | https://www.acij.org/
  • Servicios Sociales Católicos de Mobile

    Ofrece servicios legales de inmigración, consejería y asistencia social. Ayuda con solicitudes de ciudadanía, peticiones familiares, reasentamiento de refugiados y ayuda de emergencia para familias inmigrantes.

    (251) 434-1550 | https://catholicsocialservices.org/
  • Centro Hispano e Inmigrante de Alabama

    Una organización sin fines de lucro enfocada en el empoderamiento económico, la participación cívica y los servicios sociales para latinos e inmigrantes. Ofrece asistencia legal, desarrollo laboral, programas de educación financiera y defensa de los derechos de los inmigrantes.

    (205) 942-5505 | https://hicaalabama.org/en/home
  • Servicios Sociales Católicos para Hispanos

    Un ministerio de la Diócesis de Birmingham que sirve a comunidades hispanas. Proporciona apoyo pastoral, servicios sociales y asistencia legal de inmigración. Ayuda con la integración, las necesidades familiares y el cuidado espiritual.

    (205) 876-8190| https://bhmdiocese.org/
  • Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC)

    Proporciona apoyo legal, defensa y capacitación para inmigrantes y las organizaciones que los atienden. Ayuda con asilo, peticiones familiares, naturalización y protección de los derechos de los inmigrantes.

    https://www.cliniclegal.org/
  • Centro Legal de Pobreza del Sur

    Defiende los derechos civiles e inmigrantes a través de acciones legales, defensa de políticas y recursos educativos.

    (334) 956-8200 | https://www.splcenter.org
  • Unión Americana de Libertades Civiles de Alabama

    Trabaja para proteger los derechos constitucionales, incluidos los derechos de los inmigrantes, contra la discriminación y el abuso.

    (334) 265-2754 | https://www.aclualabama.org
  • RAICES – Centro de Educación y Servicios Legales para Refugiados e Inmigrantes

    Proporciona servicios legales, apoyo social y defensa para refugiados e inmigrantes en todo EE.UU.

    (800) 409-2893 | https://www.raicestexas.org
  • Centro de Recursos Legales para Inmigrantes

    Proporciona capacitación y recursos legales para abogados, organizaciones comunitarias y directamente a inmigrantes.

    https://www.ilrc.org
  • Centro Nacional de Leyes de Inmigración

    Aboga por políticas que protejan y fortalezcan los derechos de los inmigrantes de bajos ingresos en EE.UU.

    (213) 639-3900 | https://www.nilc.org

English

  • Alabama Coalition for Immigrant Justice

    A statewide network advocating for immigrant justice through policy change, community organizing, and leadership development. Provides legal resources, know-your-rights education, and support for immigrant families facing systemic challenges.

    205-945-0777 | https://www.acij.org/
  • Catholic Social Services of Mobile

    Offers immigration legal services, counseling, and social assistance. Helps with citizenship applications, family petitions, refugee resettlement, and emergency aid for immigrant families.

    (251) 434-1550 | https://catholicsocialservices.org/
  • Hispanic and Immigrant Center of Alabama

    A nonprofit focused on economic empowerment, civic engagement, and social services for Latinos and immigrants. Provides legal assistance, workforce development, financial literacy programs, and advocacy for immigrant rights.

    (205) 942-5505 | https://hicaalabama.org/en/home
  • Hispanic Catholic Social Services

    A ministry of the Diocese of Birmingham serving Hispanic communities. Provides pastoral support, social services, and immigration legal assistance. Offers help with integration, family needs, and spiritual care for immigrant families.

    (205) 876-8190| https://bhmdiocese.org/
  • Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC)

    Provides legal support, advocacy, and training for immigrants and the organizations that serve them. Helps with asylum, family petitions, naturalization, and protecting immigrant rights.

    https://www.cliniclegal.org/
  • Southern Poverty Law Center

    Defends civil rights and immigrant rights through legal action, policy advocacy, and educational resources.

    (334) 956-8200 | https://www.splcenter.org
  • American Civil Liberties Union of Alabama

    Works to protect constitutional rights, including immigrant rights, against discrimination and abuse.

    (334) 265-2754 | https://www.aclualabama.org
  • RAICES – Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services

    Provides legal services, social support, and advocacy for refugees and immigrants across the U.S.

    (800) 409-2893 | https://www.raicestexas.org
  • Immigrant Legal Resource Center

    Provides training and legal resources for attorneys, community organizations, and directly to immigrants.

    https://www.ilrc.org
  • National Immigration Law Center

    Advocates for policies that protect and advance the rights of low-income immigrants in the U.S.

    (213) 639-3900 | https://www.nilc.org

Kreyòl

  • Kowalisyon Alabama pou Jistis Imigran

    Yon rezo atravè eta a ki defann jistis pou imigran atravè chanjman politik, òganizasyon kominotè, ak devlopman lidèchip. Yo bay resous legal, fòmasyon sou dwa w genyen, epi yo sipòte fanmi imigran k ap fè fas ak defi sistèm nan.

    205-945-0777 | https://www.acij.org/
  • Sèvis Sosyal Katolik nan Mobile

    Yo ofri sèvis legal pou imigrasyon, konsèy, ak asistans sosyal. Yo ede ak aplikasyon pou sitwayènte, demann fanmi, reyentegrasyon refijye, ak èd ijans pou fanmi imigran.

    (251) 434-1550 | https://catholicsocialservices.org/
  • Sèvis Sosyal Katolik pou Panyòl

    Ministè Dyosèz Birmingham ki sèvi kominote Panyòl yo. Yo bay sipò pastoral, sèvis sosyal, ak asistans legal pou imigrasyon. Yo ede ak entegrasyon, bezwen fanmi, ak swen espirityèl pou fanmi imigran yo.

    (205) 942-5505 | https://hicaalabama.org/en/home
  • Hispanic Catholic Social Services (Servicios Sociales Católicos para Hispanos)

    Un ministerio de la Diócesis de Birmingham que sirve a comunidades hispanas. Proporciona apoyo pastoral, servicios sociales y asistencia legal de inmigración. Ayuda con la integración, las necesidades familiares y el cuidado espiritual.

    (205) 876-8190| https://bhmdiocese.org/
  • Rezo Legal Katolik pou Imigrasyon

    Bay sipò legal, defans, ak fòmasyon pou imigran ak òganizasyon k ap sèvi yo. Ede ak azil, demann fanmi, natiralizasyon, ak pwoteksyon dwa imigran yo.

    https://www.cliniclegal.org/
  • Sant Legal pou Povrete nan Sid

    Defann dwa sivil ak dwa imigran atravè pwosè legal, defans politik, ak resous edikasyon.

    (334) 956-8200 | https://www.splcenter.org
  • Sendika Libète Sivil Ameriken nan Alabama

    Travay pou pwoteje dwa konstitisyonèl yo, enkli dwa imigran yo kont diskriminasyon ak abi.

    (334) 265-2754 | https://www.aclualabama.org
  • RAICES – Sant pou Edikasyon ak Sèvis Legal pou Refijye ak Imigran

    Bay sèvis legal, sipò sosyal, ak defans pou refijye ak imigran atravè peyi a.

    (800) 409-2893 | https://www.raicestexas.org
  • Sant Resous Legal pou Imigran

    Founi fòmasyon ak resous legal pou avoka, òganizasyon kominotè, ak imigran yo dirèkteman.

    https://www.ilrc.org
  • Sant Nasyonal pou Lwa Imigrasyon

    Defann politik ki pwoteje ak ranfòse dwa imigran ki gen revni fèb nan Etazini.

    (213) 639-3900 | https://www.nilc.org