Community Life Stewardship 

There is always a place for you at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, where Stewardship is a way of life. 
Called to communion with God, St. Joseph’s strives to be a family of families who serve God through beautiful and reverent worship
and a sacred haven where people know they are welcomed and loved by Jesus. At St. Joseph's Church there is always someone
ready to lend a hand. ​Scroll down to see the many opportunities available at St. Josephs!

“Every Christian is called to the apostolate; every lay person is called to give personal witness and to share in the Church's mission."
 Pope John Paul II, General Audience, 3.23.94

For more information about these ministries or if you would like to get involved please call the Center for Lay Apostolates
at (209) 551-4973 or fill out this form (Lay Ministry & Apostolate Sign Up Form).

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On the Go Adults

Leader:  Arlene Jones
Purpose:  To promote spiritual and social activities for energetic and vibrant single adults ages 55+.  With Christ at its center, this group is committed to rejuvenating and refreshing the soul in order to give back to those in need through prayers and by including God in their travels and activities.

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Catholic Legislative Network

Purpose:  To answer the call to political responsibility and to meet the challenge of Faithful citizenship. To advocate the Catholic tradition that responsible citizenship is a virtue and that participation in the political process is a moral obligation.  To advocate to the Church’s interests with regard to abortion, the death penalty, poverty, health, pro-family and other interests. Visit www.cacatholic.org to sign up for the email newsletter. 

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Event Volunteers (Including Dinners, Missions and Feast Days)

Leader:  Each event varies - call the Center for Lay Apostolates
Purpose:  To promote a culture of family, as we gather together to enjoy meals, including breakfasts, potluck dinners and other community builders. St. Joseph’s is always in need of event helpers and champions throughout the year.  For those with just a little time or a lot of time and heart and an interest in enriching the spiritual, social, faith and prayer life of our Parish family.

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Festival Planning Committee

Leader:  Lorena Redula and Veronica Lemus
Purpose: To create an event for our parish family and Modesto Community that will encourage a strong and united community while providing a safe place for families to have fun. So that all can enjoy delicious international food, games, free live entertainment and so much more! 

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Health Ministry Team

Leader: Anitha Monachan
Purpose: We all currently work or worked in the health care field. We work together to help at the events of our parish in the health related way; i.e. doing blood pressure checks, provide first aid stations and hold an Annual Health Fair.

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​Joseph’s Juniors

Leader: Elizabeth Manix
Purpose: To provide a morning of fun and fellowship for children to grow like Jesus.  On the 4th Saturday of each month, they will learn about the bible, saints, devotions and have a special Mass, activities, fellowship, and lots of fun.
 
Joseph’s Juniors meets in the St. John Paul II Center, Room 11. Check-In is at 9 AM and Pick- up is at 12 Noon. Please note that all children must be checked in and picked up by their parent.
 
We are happy to provide this enrichment and fellowship opportunity for your children so that they can grow like Jesus.

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Knights of Columbus

Leader: Tim Matalone, Grand Knight
Purpose:  A Catholic brotherhood supporting charities, vocations, altar servers and the OCIA program along with many other charities.

​St. Joseph’s Council #10644 is a family focused fraternal organization of Catholic men, who support the Holy Father and all those committed to their vocations.

Contact: [email protected]

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​Scouts BSA, Boys Troop #49

Leader:  Jason Jackson & Bob Spengler
Purpose:  St. Joseph’s Catholic Church provides a place for Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts to meet on a regular basis.

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Scouts BSA, Girls Troop #1920

Leader:  Jacqueline Spengler
Purpose:  St. Joseph’s Catholic Church provides a place for the Girls Scouting troop to meet on a regular basis.

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Maintenance Volunteers

Purpose:  To assist during special events and other occasions in setting up tables and moving furniture and other heavy equipment.  Help during semi-annual "Parish Clean Up Day" and help prepare the church for Saturday events. Fellowship and an opportunity for those with carpenter, gardening and other trade skills and experience.

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Parish Bookstore

Leader: Carol Schaper & Kathy Ralls
Purpose: To provide religious articles, books and videos for the parishioners to purchase after Masses.  To help our parish family enhance their faith and come to a fuller understanding of the Church.  Volunteer helpers for stocking, display and merchandising, sales and staffing available for teens-adults. 

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Parish Library

Leader: Michelle Bowling
Purpose:  The St. Joseph’s Lending Library is a wonderful resource of books, DVD’s and other resources for all ages.  Volunteers are needed; hours are flexible.  Train to be a librarian/desk assistant.

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Senior Strength Training

Leader:  Maria A Ramos
​Purpose:  To help those who are age 50+ be better Stewards of their bodies with light, stretching exercise and great fellowship! This group meets on Tuesday and Thursday mornings in the St. JP2 Center, Room 11 at 9am.  Join the fun!

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St. Joseph's Seniors

Leader: Roger Salstrom
Purpose: To promote fellowship for seniors in the parish through spiritual, social and service activities, including a monthly fellowship luncheon, held on the third Wednesday of each month.

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Lay Apostolate Center/Office Support

Purpose:  To offer service to God and to St. Joseph’s Parish with joy by assisting in various, special projects and other clerical duties. Teens and up are welcome; hours are flexible.

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Annual Parish Blessings Month - Month of May

Leader:  Development and Stewardship Committees
Purpose:  To explore how thankful and blessed we are as a parish once each year, by "counting our blessings" which we and others in our community receive from the gifts of our offertory.  Included are statistics about ministry activities, a free parish breakfast, children's choir performance and free "I Love Blessings" stickers for all.  Truly, we are blessed!
A great opportunity to get to know other parishioners by volunteering at the breakfast.

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Parish Gala Planning Committee

Leader:  
Purpose:  To plan and coordinate the parish Gala event. During the Gala there is a live auction, silent auction, sit down dinner, and dancing. This is our only fundraising event during the year and proceeds help fund larger projects around the campus so that we can better serve the community. 

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St. Joseph's Filipino Ministry

Leader:  Myrna Dirige and Imelda Miranda
Purpose:  To unite our Filipino–American parishioners and help them attain a deeper knowledge of our Christian faith and how demonstrate it in our daily lives.
 

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St. Joseph's Young Adult Ministry

Leader:  Helen Ott and Bella Fisicaro
Purpose:  To provide opportunities for the young adults of our parish (ages 18 - 35) to grow in faith through teachings, comradery, and faith sharing. Email us at [email protected]. Young Adult Ministry information can be found on  
https://www.facebook.com/STJMODYA/
https://www.instagram.com/stjmodya/
Sabbath Sweets is now meeting for desert, games, and fellowship after the Sunday 5pm Mass in the Saint John Paul II Center room 11.  

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For more information about these ministries or if you would like to get involved please call the Center for Lay Apostolates
at (209) 551-4973 or fill out this form (Lay Ministry & Apostolate Sign Up Form).