Missions Outreach
The primary role of Missions Outreach is to create and maintain missionary service opportunities for parishioners.
The “new evangelization” calls each of us to be Christ’s eyes, ears, hands and feet; serving, evangelizing and ministering to our brothers and sisters in most need. The parish offers a “menu” of local, regional, and international missionary service opportunities for individuals, couples, youth, and families to share their time, talent and treasure. See the most recent Missions Outreach report to the parish here to get a better picture of the various programs and events.
Get Involved!
Parishioners interested in volunteering for specific Missions Outreach activities are encouraged to register in the parish volunteer notification and management system. There are two ways to register:
1. On-line at Volunteer Login: www.stjosephmissionsoutreach.duplie.com . Click here for registration steps.
2. Submit a completed Registration Form to the parish office. Click here for the form.
After registering either way, volunteers (or “Users”) will receive a verification email. Please follow the instructions to create a password. Then create a profile and select the “Groups” (e.g. Missions for Transitions, Handyman Services, etc.) of interest. Click here for tips on signing up for groups. Volunteers will start receiving notifications tailored to their interests. Volunteers will also use this system to sign up for specific events and programs that they want to volunteer for.
Missions Outreach Menu:
Local
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Pack the PantryList Item 1
collect donations at a Mass each month, assist with distribution to local food pantries.
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Missions for Transitions-Deliveries:List Item 2
deliver furniture & furnishings to local needy families; pick-up and store items from donors.
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Missions for Transitions-Call TreeList Item 3
follow-up phone calls of support to clients served with furniture & furnishings in the past.
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Handyman and H.E.L.P. Services:List Item 4
home repairs and service projects for parishioners, community residents, local nonprofit organizations, and other parishes in need.
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Blessing Bags
help assemble care packages full of necessary items for the homeless and distribute them to parishioners
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Bethlehem House Meals:
St. Joseph is responsible for providing a meal for this transitional shelter on the third Tuesday of each month. Volunteer to lead a team of family and friends to provide a meal.
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Family Events:
Family Events: programs designed for parents and their children (weekend family mission and more).
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St. Paul Street Evangelization
as a Church, we are called to bring the good news to the world. Each one of us has a story to tell about how Christ has changed our lives. St. Paul Street Evangelization will give you the tools to articulate your relationship with Christ to a hungry and broken world
Regional/ International
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Handyman and H.E.L.P. ServicesList Item 1
home repairs and service projects for parishioners, community residents, local nonprofit organizations, and other parishes in need.
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Delta Disciples Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.List Item 2
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Mission TripsList Item 3
Domestic and international trips serving the poor through home repairs and other services (e.g., Central America trips, Border trips and others).
