St. Walter Parish belongs to the Ministerium Transitional Housing Program, a non-denominational group of local churches, whose purpose is to assist a family who is either homeless or in danger of becoming homeless to reach self-sufficiency.

This is accomplished by helping the family save enough money to obtain affordable permanent housing. The member churches contribute financial resources, supporting the family during the transition period and provide mentors to work in conjunction with Catholic Charities to give support and guidance to the Guest.

Volunteers go through a mentor training class to prepare them for this support role. Mentors help the Guest to get settled in their new home and then meet with the Guest and family once a week during the transition period, which can last from a few months to a year or more, depending upon the circumstances. Mentors assist the Guest in establishing a budget, setting short and long term goals for self-sufficiency and dealing with the myriad of state and local assistance departments. The requirement to become a part of this ministry is simple; a willingness to listen and the wisdom to be non-judgmental.