Altar serving at Saint Joseph’s is a ministry for both youth and adults.
Youth Servers range from third graders through high school seniors and serve at the weekend Masses. We'd love to have you join us. Contact the parish office at 508-548-0108 or office@falmouthcatholic.org if you have a son or daughter who might be interested in serving. A brief training session will prepare them for this ministry. The latest schedule for servers for weekend Masses is found on our Liturgical Ministry Schedule page.
Adult Servers assist at daily Mass and funerals. If interested in participating in this ministry, please contact the parish office at 508-548-0108 or office@falmouthcatholic.org.
"EMs" are divided into two groups: those who assist at daily and weekend Masses, and those who minister to the sick in health care facilities and at home. If you are interested in serving in this ministry, please contact the parish office at 508-548-0108 or office@falmouthcatholic.org.
Lectors or Readers proclaim God's Word at both our daily and weekend Masses. This ministry is open to anyone who has received the Sacrament of Confirmation. If you are interested in serving in this ministry, please contact the parish office at 508-548-0108 or office@falmouthcatholic.org.
Greeters put a face on the welcoming spirit here at St. Joseph's parish, greeting parishioners and other guests at the doors of the church for our weekend Masses. All ages are welcome... as long as you bring a smile. Contact the parish office at 508-548-0108 or office@falmouthcatholic.org if interested.
This ministry is responsbile for the weekly upkeep of the altar and sanctuary area of the church. The work of this ministry gives witness to the sanctity of our sacred space. Please speak with one of the below members or contact the parish office at 508-548-0108 or office@falmouthcatholic.org if you would like to join.
The Funeral Liturgy Planning Ministry meets with family members in order to lend support to families who have lost loved ones and to assist them in the preparation of the Funeral Liturgy. After arrangements are made with the funeral home, a member of this ministry will contact the family. If you would like more information, please contact the parish office.
St. Patrick Contact: Peg Frederick, Sandy Trainor
Seasons of Hope serves those who are struggling to find the consolation of Christ after the death of a loved one. Its innovative approach to group faith-sharing is rooted in scripture and Catholic traditions. It offers new and ongoing participants four nonsequential seasons that meet for six weeks apiece. Some participants find one season is all it takes to start healing. Many look forward to attending all four. Seasons of Hope is offered in the fall, winter, and spring for folks from Saints Anthony, Patrick, and Elizabeth Ann Seton parishes. The bereaved from other local churches are welcome too. Enrollment is done the month prior to a season. Group size is limited. Sign up in advance is required to reserve a seat. For a brochure, further details, or to sign up, call Donna 508-477-1401.
"Serving our neighbors in need." We have a very active St. Vincent De Paul Society in our parish. The Society's office is located at St. Patrick Church, accessed through the first side door. The Thrift Shop is located at 18 Davisville Road, East Falmouth (just behind the CVS). If you are interested in joining or if you require assistance, please call our office number, 508-563-7775.
Each week, our parish bulletin lists the items that we need for our pantry, which serves several needy families each week. In addition, the pantry provides “Holiday Baskets” at Thanksgiving and Christmas.
This group of volunteers provide our aging parishioners with the ability to accomplish some of their increasingly difficult tasks such as making minor household repairs and keeping their homes neat and tidy. Some examples of SWOT related tasks include: running routine errands in and near Falmouth, replacing batteries and light bulbs, minor hardware repair, hanging pictures, moving seasonal items like lawn furniture.
The Men's Club focuses on building community by hosting social events, sponsoring prayer and liturgical celebrations, and supporting our parish youth. Please reach out to the current president, Joe Amaral at: XCGAV8R@Juno.com or 508-563-6053 if you would like more information!
Our Women’s Ministry exists to glorify God through prayerfully planned activities and events for women. The intention is to foster companionship, spiritual experiences, social gatherings and other activities for women as the group develops and other interest are addressed.
Started in the early seventies, the Saint Anthony’s Couples Club was established to promote “friendship through religion.” It began with only six couples, and has grown tremendously since that time. The Couples Club meets on the first Sunday of each month in the basement of the church.
This group is devoted to praying for the relief of the suffering of the souls in Purgatory. As stated in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, "From the beginning the Church has honored the memory of the dead and offered prayers in suffrage for them, above all the Eucharistic sacrifice, so that, they may attain the beatific vision of God. The Church also commends almsgiving, indulgences, and works of penance undertaken on behalf of the dead" (CCC 1032). The group meets on Tuesday mornings at St. Anthony church after the 8 AM Mass.
This group provides beautifully knitted and crocheted shawls to distribute to the sick and greiving at home and in health facilties. They also provide handmade baptismal blankets for our newly baptised members. The group meets in Fatima Hall at St. Anthony's church on the First Thursday of each month at 9:30 AM. Please feel free to stop by if you are itnerested in learning more about this ministry!