About Our Hospitality
At St. Patrick Church of Merna and St. Mary Church in Downs, we strive to create a warm, welcoming environment for all of our parishioners and guests! We want our parishes to feel like home and put a strong emphasis on hospitality.
We invite all parishioners to consider offering their time and talent to the service of others through these welcoming ministries. It is a great way to join in fellowship with other families of our parishes while being the hands and feet of Jesus!
St. Patrick Church of Merna
St. Mary Church in Downs
Donut Sundays
St. Patrick Church of Merna
Donut Sundays are held the third Sunday of the month after each Mass to bring the Parish family together for fun and fellowship. After Mass, make your way down to Shamrock Hall for donuts, coffee, and juice!
Want to help? Volunteers are needed to:
For more information or to sign-up to become a volunteer, please contact Katie Lopez:
St. Mary Church in Downs
Donut Sundays are held at St. Mary Church in Downs after the Sunday 9am Mass when Religious Education is in session. Please watch the church bulletin for information on when they will begin again.
Funeral Luncheon Volunteers
St. Patrick Church of Merna
This group of volunteers ministers to grieving families by preparing a luncheon for the family and guests after a funeral liturgy. Volunteers prepare dishes, serve the meal, set up, and clean up.
For more information, please contact Jeff Lopez:
To Volunteer:
Parish Hospitality Directors
St. Patrick Church of Merna
Known as the PHDs, these volunteers seek to make everyone at St. Patrick Church of Merna feel welcome and at home. This group meets periodically to plan special events to welcome new parishioners and assist with other parish events such as:
New members are welcome and needed!
For more information or to sign-up to become a volunteer, please contact Lynette Mehall: