SOCIAL & COMMUNITY MINISTRIES

Altar Society:
These ladies meet the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in St. Therese Hall. Various activities include bake sales and other fundraising activities to buy altar linens and vestments, wine, candles and other needed items for the altar.  The Altar Society operates the religious goods store located in St. Joseph Church. 
Contact – Janie Gomez - 362-9212

Diocesan Council of Catholic Women:
The Altar Society of St. Joseph's Parish is an affiliate of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women, the coordinating unit for action for all women of the Corpus Christi Diocese that is affiliated with the National Council of Catholic Women, and approved by the local Bishop.   
Contact - Barbara McGuill - 358-4752

Knights of Columbus:
The Knights of Columbus are a fraternal brotherhood of Catholic men who are members of the International Order of the Knights of Columbus.  Their mission is to render service to our priests, parish and community and promote charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism.  The Knights of Columbus provide religious, social, educational, and community service programs. Knights are practicing Catholics 18years of age.  Meetings are the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
Contact – John Veselka – 358-5443

St. Peregrine Society:
The St. Peregrine Society offers support of a spiritual manner to anyone who has experienced cancer in their life. If you or any member of your family, has cancer, has had cancer, or is the caretaker of someone with cancer, we invite you to join our parish Cancer Support Group. 
Contact - Elizabeth Galloway - 358-4032

St. Vincent de Paul Society:
The Society of St. Vincent De Paul is an international Catholic service organization whose purpose is to provide spiritual growth to its members through their charitable works to those in need (regardless of religious preference) within the local community by providing financial aid, such as utility costs, rent, and medical assistance. The St Vincent de Paul collection is held once a month and is the sole support for the financial aid offered.
Contact – Deacon Luis Trevino - 358-3239

Vigil Society:
The Vigil Society assists the members of our parish at a time of great loss and grief.  They assist by providing the parishioner with a meal on the day of the funeral.  Members are asked to provide a dish of food that will be taken to the grieving parishioner's home.  No scheduled meetings are held, but when necessary, the committee members are called.
Contact - Parish Office - 358-3239

Divine Mercy Society
Those who wish to participate and those just interested in knowing more about The Divine Mercy Chaplet/Novena are encouraged to gather in the Daily Mass Chapel (Cry Room) at 3:00 p.m. each day. Pamphlets and rosaries will be available.
Contact - Ralph Olivares - 358-3239