Charitable Arts

Charitable Arts

Since 2013, the Charitable Arts Ministry (CAM) has brought together artists and those who love the visual arts.  Members work together to direct their talents toward the service of God and St. Joseph’s.
 

Who we are

The ministry includes artists of all media — novice to professional (painters, draftsmen, sculptors, printmakers, photographers, and ceramists). Current membership includes several artists from other parishes within St. Augustine Diocese, and we are pursuing opportunities to expand that participation.  
 

How & why

Through the thoughtful use of artistic interests and talents, like-minded people share a unique opportunity to enrich the parish. By encouraging each other to greater achievement, and through collaborative works, shows, and fundraisers, we support St. Joseph’s Parish, its other ministries, and the greater community.
     
CAM meets quarterly in the Coyne room at Cody Center on first Tuesdays, at 
7 pm. Please stop in to meet participants, ask questions, and offer suggestions.  We welcome non-artists who wish to contribute to our fast-growing ministry through volunteering or perhaps through a particular area of expertise.
 

projects

• Presentation of art shows & sales incorporating religious & secular themes
• Design and sale of St. Joseph’s Coloring and Activities Book (2^nd Edition      available in the Gift Shop at the Main Church)
• Donation of artists’ work to other ministries for silent auction
• Design and sale of custom cards (Ex: ordination cards)
• Maintenance of St. Luke’s Garden at the Main Church, honoring the Patron Saint of Artists through beautification of the Church environment and the Mandarin community.