AGP is an Advent Ministry that enables parishioners to anonymously provide Christmas gifts to needy seniors, adults, and children in the Alameda/Oakland community. Names are obtained by contacting organizations like convalescent hospitals, homeless and children ministries.
This Ministry is made possible by the support and generous donations from the Parish Community. (Donations are also accepted year-round)
To get involved or learn more about this wonderful ministry, contact Ms. Peggie Ritchie:
(510) 865-8352
The Angel Giving Project Committee
Share with those in need by depositing non-perishable food items and hotel-sized toiletries year-round in the collection bins at the church doors.
Contact Eric Bertelsen email at [email protected]
Knights of Columbus – St. Joseph Basilica Council #15965
The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men's fraternal organization, whose purpose is to provide spiritual support and development to its members and to aid the parish and the community through works of charity and fundraising activities. Enrollment is open to Catholic men 18 or older.
The Knights of Columbus meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month.
Meeting is held at St. Barnabas Class Room #4 (enter through the parking lot)
Visit the national website at www.kofc.org.
Contact: Felix Marquez: [email protected]
Midway Shelters Cooks Ministry is a ministry that prepares and delivers meals to Midway Shelter. This is an opportunity to help women and children during a difficult time in their lives. If you are interested and would like some more information on becoming a member of this ministry, please contact Rosalie Avila-Jimenez at [email protected].
Pastoral Care is a ministry and service that was very dear to Jesus. He entrusted this care to his disciples. As followers of Jesus, we are also called to alleviate human suffering and respond to every form of injustice whenever we encounter it.
As baptized Christians, we share in Christ's caring ministry. We extend His love, especially to those who are ill, through our solidarity, prayer, and physical presence.
The Ministry meets on the first Saturday of every month from 9:00 am to 10:30 am. If you want to learn more about this Ministry or volunteer for it, please email p[email protected].
Give the gift of immediate and personal assistance to those in need, drawing upon the community's resources and the St. Vincent DePaul Society's organization. Make a difference in the St. Joseph Community. Make our parish a welcoming place for all of its people. Live the message of Matthew 25. Regular meetings on the 4th Saturday of each month, 9:15 am - 11:00 am, except for November when there is no meeting.
4th Saturday in December (9:30 am - 11:30 am)
Meeting Facility: St. Barnabas Class Room 8 (enter through the parking lot)
For more information please contact: Christine, at [email protected]
For more information on:
1) SVdP - click here
2) Responsibilities of an SVdP Minister, click here
To request St. Vincent de Paul's assistance, call the Hotline: 510.995.9471