Ministries & Parish Groups

Discover the many ways you can serve, grow, and belong. Our parish ministries offer opportunities for prayer, service, and community for all ages and stages of life.

Liturgical Ministries

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    • Wednesdays: After the 8:00 AM Mass until 5:30 PM

    • The Blessed Sacrament must never be left alone. Adorers are scheduled to be present each hour.

    • Serve by spending one hour in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.

    • Rotation is based on availability and commitment.

    • Assist the priest and deacon during Mass and other liturgies.

  • Contact: Rectory Office

    • Decorate the church for liturgical seasons.

    • Assist with preparing for weddings, funerals, and other liturgies.

    • Must be practicing Catholics with a deep devotion to the Eucharist.

    • Assist in the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass or to the sick.

    • Proclaim the Word of God at Mass.

    • Must have a strong voice, understanding of Scripture, and reverence for the liturgy.

    • Care for the altar, sacred vessels, vestments, and prepare the church for Masses.

    • Responsible for weddings, funerals, baptisms, and daily liturgy setup.

    • Greet parishioners and assist with seating.

    • Take up the collection and assist during Mass.

Music & Prayer Ministries

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  • English & Spanish choir contact: Jorge Ore

    • Support liturgical worship through music that encourages full and joyful participation.

    • Includes the Charismatic Prayer Group, Divine Mercy Devotion, and Ignatian Spiritual Exercises.

    • Open to all seeking deeper spiritual growth and prayer.

  • O Grupo de Oração Brasileiro se reúne às quartas-feiras na capela, das 18h30 às 19h30. Todos são bem-vindos para participar da oração e da comunidade.

Faith Formation

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  • The office hours for Religious Education Office: Thursday – 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

    Contact information: ReligiousEducation@stjosephmiamibeach.com

    • Classes for children (Grades 1–High School) and adults in English and Spanish.

    • Runs from September to May.

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    • A space for young people to grow in faith, build community, and serve others.

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  • Discover the man God created you to be. That Man Is You! is a powerful new men’s ministry that combines faith, fellowship, and practical wisdom for daily life. Join us to grow as husbands, fathers, and leaders — and to strengthen your walk with Christ. Don’t miss this opportunity to be transformed and to make a difference in your family and community.

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Pastoral & Social Ministries

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    • Promotes awareness and action in the parish around human rights and Catholic social teaching.

    • Collaborates with other faith communities to promote justice and peace.

    • Contacts:

      • Cheryl Hodowd (English)

      • María Luisa Perata (Spanish)
        Both via: (305) 866-6567

      • Supports and defends the dignity of life from conception to natural death.

    • Provides food and financial support to those in need.

  • Contact: Mario Orozco | morozco@stjosephmiamibeach.com | (305) 866-6567

    • Brings the Eucharist, prayer, and compassion to the homebound and hospitalized.

    • Preferably filled by trained Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion.

Vocations & Parish Life

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  • Contacts:

    • Marian Lopez (English)

    • Maria Dulce Alvarez (Spanish)

    • Families receive the Vocation Chalice at Mass and pray during the week for priestly and religious vocations.

    • Contact the office at (305) 866-6567

      • Organizes parish-wide events, fundraisers, and celebrations.

      • Helps with setup, serving, decorating, and clean-up.