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Czech fraternal insurance organization with members from many area parishes. The original organizers of Katolicka Jednota Zen Texaskych the K.J.Z.T. sought new members only from their female, Czech, Catholic, neighbors living in Yoakum, Hallettsville, and surrounding communities. Today, more than a century after its founding, K.J.Z.T. offers membership to all Catholics irrespective of gender or ethnic background. Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas - K.J.Z.T. is licensed in the State of Texas and is incorporated according to the laws of Texas as a Fraternal Benefit Society.
FOUNDED BY ST. VINCENT DE PAUL, patron of all charity, the Ladies of Charity responded to the needs of the poor in seventeenth century France. Together with St. Louise de Mariliac, they went quietly about their tasks, seeking no recognition, satisfied with the knowledge that they were serving Christ in the person person of the poor.
The Ladies of Charity, since their origin, have possessed the charism of their founder, daily prayer and personal service to the poor. That same Vincentian spirit characterizes the Association today. It asks the personal gift of self, of time, devotion, sacrifices, and perseverance in the effort to bring dignity to each person and to respond with compassion to every human misery. Our local association inactivated in 2016.The Madonna Group
A group of single, older adults that meet for enjoyment and share in food and fellowship.The Men's Club
The Men’s Club supports the parish in maintenance projects for the church, financial support to the youth group and purchase of equipment or supplies in response to specific church needs. They raise funds through the Easter lily and Christmas poinsettia sales and their monthly Sunday breakfasts. Lilys and poinsettias may be purchased to take home, or for placement on the Altar during Holy Week and the last week of Advent in memorium of deceased loved ones or in honor of living persons. Every male over the age of 18 and registered at Saint Mary’s is automatically a member of the Men’s Club.The Prime Timers
The Prime Timers is a social group of persons over the age of 55 who enjoy an active lifestyle. They go out to eat, to the theater (Baylor), concerts, and short trips, e.g., the Bob Bullock Museum.Potluck Suppers
Potluck Suppers are held on the second Thursday of every month at 6:30 pm in the Parish Hall. Come, join us. All are welcome.