Welcome to Saturday Blessings

My wife, Maria DeLourdes, and I began this program on October 2007 bringing small but steady acts of giving and love to people experiencing homelessness in Downtown Los Angeles.

Our weekly outreach consists of providing a breakfast, clothing, toiletries and other personal items, such as blankets and sleeping bags,  to the homeless.  With the help of our faithful friends and family, we have been able to grow and connect with more people in this community. 

We are very excited that Saturday Blessings is now part of the American Martyrs Catholic Church (AMCC,) Matthew 25 Outreach Program.

Every Friday, at 3:00 PM we meet with volunteers at the AMCC Spirituality Center located at:
 770 17th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
to prepare the breakfast bags.  Volunteers are welcome to come.  If available or interested for more details, please call Maria Redin at 310.465.7619 or James Redin at 310.465.7620

Then, at 5:00 AM on Saturday morning we drive to Downtown Los Angeles from Manhattan Beach,  and we arrive around 5:30 AM.  Many of our homeless friends are waiting for us either with a friendly smile or a happy morning yawn.   Others are still asleep.  We usually sneak in, greet them with a “Good Morning” and leave the breakfast bag on their side.  The little bag may be their only meal of the day or sometimes a surprise for their week.

During all the years we have been involved in this project, we have had the chance to talk with dozens of homeless.  We know their names, listen to their stories, empathize with their circumstances and difficulties. Our main goal is to connect with each individual we meet, so we can help where they are. The small paper bag has become an instrument that grant us connecting with them.  When giving we are also receiving and that touch and enrich our souls, mind and spirit. 

Thank you, for your interest in the Saturday Blessings Program.  Everything we do is made possible by the committed support of donors and volunteers.  Let us know if you like to join us in this rewarding project.

Thank you,
James Redin