The 2nd Hand Treasures Thrift Store is made up of volunteers from the community. The store receives donated clothing and household items which are then sold to the public. The revenue received from the sale of these items is used to purchase food and other resources for those in need for the Food Pantry and outreach center. We have many volunteers who work 5 days per week to create a beautiful and clean environment for our thrift store. Donations and volunteers are always needed. Please call 951-677-0078 for large donation an if you would like to volunteer.
The Community Food Pantry of Murrieta is 501(c)(3) non-profit group made up of volunteers from St. Martha Catholic Church and beyond committed to providing food and basic supplies at no cost to those in our surrounding communities whole personal resources are limited and are unable to provide for themselves and their family. Countless volunteers give of their time to provide food to many families each week. Please call 951-677-6347 for more information and if you would like to volunteer.
The Hispanic Men's Ministry promotes growth and success spiritually, intellectually and educationally so men can better serve God, their families, their church and their community. Meetings include prayer, bible study, Catholic teaching, and outreach to those in need.
This is a ministry of young Spanish speaking 13 to High School aged Catholics with aim of opening their hearts to Jesus Christ, our Lord. His love, Gospel teaching and the Christian faith guide their actions inside and outside of our parish young people within our community and our society. Their mission is to be the Light of Christ to young people who want to learn more about our Catholic-Christian faith in a friendly and welcoming environment.
Father Michael McGivney's original group has blossomed into an international society which has dedicated itself to the ideals of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. "Knights' signifies that the group embodies knightly ideals of spirituality and service to Church, country, and our fellow man. The Order's Service Program has been revised to permit greater identification on their part with the Order. The major sign of the Orders active concern for the future of the Church and the spread of the Gospel, is the establishment of the Supreme Council Vocations Program. The Knights of Columbus have a long and faithful tradition of aid to Catholic education. Don't just keep the faith spread it! As practicing Catholics, the Knights carry fraternity to the limits of love and unselfish service to their Church, community, country and council.
This is a women's fellowship group that provides a variety of activities such as book club, family night, game night, play groups, scrapbooking, bible studies, as well as monthly meetings for the women of the parish to build community and develop relationships with each other. It provides a fun environment and support for the women of the parish. we support the parish with a variety of fundraisers and parish activities throughout the year.
The mission of this ministry, which has a group in Spanish and in English is to promote union with Our Suffering Lord through union with His suffering Mother. This rosary recalls the seven most significant sorrows Our Lady endured in her life. Praying this rosary, while meditating on her grief and pain, will help to bring us closer to her Son and His redemptive Cross.
St. Martha's Respect Life Ministry's mission is to celebrate the dignity and sanctity of life from natural conception to natural death through programs of prayer, education, fundraising and support. The Respect Life Ministry assists individuals and organizations and presents information on church teaching regarding the respect for all life. The services and education this ministry provides include, but are not limited to respecting our unborn children, the elderly and the ill, embryonic stem cell research, capital punishment, end of life issues, and current legislative issues to vote with an informed conscience and in accord with the teachings of the Church. We lovingly provide outreach, healing and referral resources for those who have experienced abortion, stillbirth or miscarriage. We invite Catholics "to unite in an unprecedented effort to restore respect and legal protection for every human life to be what eh Holy asks us to be: a people of life and a people for life" ( Pope St. John Paul II, The Gospel of life, no.78).
We have a team of people who visit those in jail offering them prayer, spiritual companionship and pastoral care in the example of Jesus Christ. Please contact the parish office for more details on how to join this ministry.
Seasoned Singles provide a resource for social interaction of widows, widowers, divorced and separated singles age 55 and over to meet, know, support and care for each other in a safe and social atmosphere. Activities include concerts, movies, trips, and potlucks planned thought the year.