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Outreach Ministries


​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 to help available at St. Josephs!

To participate in any of these ministries please call the Center for Lay Apostolates
at (209) 551-4973 ext. 202 or email Nichole at nschneider@stjmod.com or fill out this form ​(Lay Ministry & Apostolate Sign Up Form)


Bereavement: Funeral Reception & Support

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Leader: Kathie Lee Vermillion
Purpose: To aid and console the grieving during a great time of need for individuals and family members. The Bereavement Ministry is composed of several components, including the Consolation Listeners, Funeral Reception, Prayer Petitioners and Sympathy Card Writers.


Family Promise at St. Joseph's (Homeless Family Hosting)

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Leader: Glenda Espinoza
Purpose: Family Promise of Greater Modesto is an interfaith ministry of 11 congregations in the Modesto area that provides temporary shelter and support to homeless families, helps them find permanent affordable housing, and provides other family support services to low income families with children. Family Promise is committed to helping families in our community achieve sustainable independence.


English as a Second Language Classes (ESL)

Purpose: To provide outreach by teaching non English speakers how to communicate in English.  All non-English speakers can attend. The classes are completely free and meet on Tuesdays, at 6:00pm in the Saint John Paul II Center, intermediate English class in Room 4 and beginner English class in Room 2.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to the Home-bound

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Leader: Mary Judd
Purpose: To take the Holy Eucharist to members of our community and Parish who are unable to come to Mass.  There is a time commitment for participants of this ministry.  Participants must be practicing Catholics, in full communion with the Church.  Training will be provided at a time to be arranged.


Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to the Hospital 

Leader: Sue Clarot
Purpose: To visit all Catholic patients, offering prayer, comfort and the gift of the Holy Eucharist. There is a consistent time commitment with this ministry. The Holy Communion Service includes a Penitential Rite, a short Scripture reading, the Our Father, the Hail Mary, Holy Communion, and conclusion.

Military Support Ministry

Request to have name added to Parish military member Plaque.
(Note: Person must be a member of the parish or a family member of a St. Joseph's parishioner.)
Military Plaque Form

STJMOD TLC Ministry 

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Purpose: Coordinate the Good Friday Modesto Walk for Life, the bus trip to the West Coast Walk for Life in January, and to educate Catholics regarding Church doctrine on abortion, euthanasia, the death penalty, contraception and natural family planning.

For more information, please call the Center for Lay Apostolates, (209) 551-4973, ext. 202.
Facebook: ​https://www.facebook.com/STJMODTLCMinistry/
Formerly the STJMOD Respect Life Committee. We are now renaming the ministry as
"STJMOD TLC Ministry"
https://www.40daysforlife.com/local-campaigns/modesto/
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St. Joseph’s Bread  (Homeless Shelter Meals)

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Leader: Pam Dinubilo
Purpose: To help the poor and hungry by preparing  meals in the parish hall kitchen, which are  delivered to and then served at the Modesto Salvation Army Homeless Shelter approximately 50 times per year.



STJMOD Pantry and Help Line ​(Formerly St. Vincent de Paul)

Leader: John Souza
Purpose: STJMOD Pantry & Help Line invites parishioners to live their Catholic Stewardship  by offering person to person service to the needy and suffering.  Services include twice a week food bag distribution from the back of the parish office, and weekly assistance with emergency utility assistance and other needs. Meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 8:30 AM in room 5 of the St. John Paul II Center.  Food distribution is on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

To volunteer, please call the Center for Lay Apostolates, (209) 551-4973, ext. 202. 
If you need assistance, the Help Line phone number is (209) 551-0229.  Voicemail messages are reviewed several times each week.

Tribunal Aides

Leader: Virginia Coffman
​Purpose: We assist persons seeking annulments.


Catholic Legislative Network

​Purpose: Keep parishioners informed about legislation at the state and local levels concerning faith issues and their effect on the catholic community. For more information visit www.cacatholic.org.


To participate in any of these ministries please call the Center for Lay Apostolates
at (209) 551-4973 ext. 202 or email Nichole at nschnieder@stjmod.com.

St. Joseph's Catholic Church
​A Stewardship Parish

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1813 Oakdale Road, Modesto, CA 95355
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Monday         8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday         8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday   1:00pm - 5:30pm
Thursday       8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday             8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday        Closed
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St. Joseph's phone numbers

Main Office:                                 (209) 551-4973
Faith Formation Office :              (209) 661-8817 
RCIA:                                             (209) 661-8803
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  • Our Parish
    • Mass Times
    • World Youth Day 2023
    • Sacraments >
      • Holy Eucharist
      • Reconciliation (Confession) >
        • Examination
      • Confirmation >
        • Confirmation (Adult)
      • Anointing of the Sick
      • Baptism >
        • Pre Baptism Class English
        • Pre-Bautismo Clase en Español
      • Marriage >
        • Marriage
      • Holy Orders
    • Consecration to St. Joseph
    • St. Joseph's Library
    • About Catholicism >
      • The Gospel
      • The Church
      • The Faith
      • Stewardship
      • Becoming Catholic/Returning to the Church
      • Defend the faith
      • More >
        • Novena for St. Joseph
        • Novena to blessed Carlo Acutis
        • Holy Spirit Novena
        • Mother of Perpetual Help Novena
        • Sacred Heart of Jesus Novena
        • 7 Gifts of the Holy Spirit
        • Beatitudes
        • Catechism of the Catholic Church
    • Live Stream
    • STJMOD APP
    • Share your story
    • Prayer Request
    • Scholarships
    • Parish History
    • Bishop Cotta
    • Child and Youth Protection
    • BMA 2022
  • Faith Formation
    • Sacrament Preparation
    • Family Faith Formation >
      • Circle of Grace
      • Program Information
      • Why Family Faith Formation
      • Online Resources
    • Adult Faith Formation >
      • Becoming Catholic (RCIA)
      • STJMOD Daughters of the King (Women's Faith Study)
      • St. Joseph's Workshop (Men's Faith Study)
    • Teen Faith Formation >
      • Sacrament Preparation
      • Becoming Catholic
      • High School Youth (Grade 9-12)
      • Middle School Youth (Grade 6-8)
      • Retreats
    • Children's Faith Formation >
      • Sacrament Preparation >
        • First Holy Communion Guidelines
      • Becoming Catholic
      • Adoration for Children
      • Children's Liturgy of the Word
      • Vacation Bible Retreat
    • Homeschool Families
  • News
    • Funerals
    • Events
    • About Voting as Catholics
    • Fr. Sam's Blog
    • Publications >
      • Parish Bulletin
      • Live the Faith Magazine
      • Promote your event
      • Stewardship Resources
    • World Record Attempt
  • Get Involved
    • Stewardship Renewal!​ 2023
    • Traveling Chalice Family Sign-Ups
    • Ministry Pages >
      • Josephs Juniors
      • Men's Workshop
      • Daughters of the King
      • STJMOD Young Adult (Ages 18-25)
    • Eucharistic Adoration
    • Stewardship
    • Liturgical Ministries
    • Outreach Ministries
    • Community Life Stewardship
    • Youth Volunteers
    • Parish Leadership
    • Militia of the Immaculata
  • Contact Us
    • Staff Directory
    • Registration Inquiry
    • Homeschool Info
    • Job Opportunities
    • Survey
  • Donate Now