Ministries

A group of men, women and teens from the parish who have been engaged in providing opportunities for others to attend an ACTS weekend of renewal.  The acronym ACTS stands for Adoration, Community, Theology and Service, the themes that provide focus for the direction of the weekend. The retreats are organized by a group of 20 to 35 parishioners and typically serve 30 to 40 participants. For more information, please call the parish office. (361) 592-7351

Assist in preparing what is needed for the celebration of the Mass; serve at the altar during all liturgical celebrations. Contact the parish office for more information. (361) 592-7351

Organization for all ladies of the parish.  Meetings are held at 6:30pm, in the Community Life Center, on the third Monday of each month, except for June, July and August.

Assist with the distribution of Holy Communion during the Eucharistic celebrations. Contact the parish office for more information. (361) 592-7351

Advises the Pastor on financial matters of the parish. Responsible for monitoring all income and expenses, and approving the annual budgets. For more information, contact the parish office. (361) 592-7351

 There are very few people, if any, that have not heard of the Knights of Columbus.  At St. Gertrude’s the men of council 3389 are well known for the delicious and generous bar-b-q chicken plate fundraiser.  They start the fire Saturday evening and bar-b-q all night, through 10 a.m. Sunday. These knights are your fellow parishioners.  Some have been Knights for many years and others have joined recently.  There are four core principles to the Knights mission: Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism.  Knights recognize that their mission and their faith in God compel them to action. 

Our Principles

Charity

Our Catholic faith teaches us to “Love thy neighbor as thyself.” Members of the Knights of Columbus believe there is no better way to experience love and compassion than by helping those in need, a call we answer every day.   

Unity

None of us is as good as all of us. Members of the Knights of Columbus all know that – together – we can accomplish far more than any of us could individually. So we stick together…we support one another. As a Knight of Columbus – you can count on the support and encouragement of your brother Knights as you work to make life better in your parish and community. 

Fraternity

The Venerable Michael J. McGivney founded the Knights of Columbus, in large part, to provide assistance to the widows and children left behind when the family breadwinner died. The Order’s top-rated insurance program continues to do this today, as do individual Knights, who last year gave more than 10 million hours of their time to assist sick and/or disabled members and their families. In the Knights of Columbus, we watch out for and take care of one another.

Patriotism

Members of the Knights of Columbus are patriotic citizens. We are proud of our devotion to God and country, and believe in standing up for both. Whether it’s in public or private, the Knights remind the world that Catholics support their nations and are amongst the greatest citizens.

Projects and Activities

Bereavements – The Council is actively involved with the needs of fellow Knight’s families and Parishioners. Participate in providing food or cooking, and provide the Knights of Columbus Hall for the Bereavement

Coat for Kids – The Council has donated funding for over 240 coats yearly supporting the annual Supreme Knights of Columbus Coat drive.

Charitable Contributions – The Council Provides funds where there is a need.  (Underpriviledged families during Christmas, Parishioners with extraordinary circumstances and supports other Organizations within the Parish)

Seminarian Sponsorship - The Council contributes funds to help support local seminarians and their needs during their time in the Seminary.

Monthly Rosary - The Council sponsors a monthly Holy Rosary in conjunction with a pot luck fellowship. Special intentions announced during the rosary and for the Canonization of Father Michael J. McGivney. All Parishioner participation is encouraged. 

Monthly BURN YOUR OWN - The Council schedules a monthly burn your own that all Parishioners are welcome to come and cook a steak or what you desire, providing an opportunity to visit with the Knights and their families.  (Burn Your Own is suspended during Lenten season)

Quarterly Blood Drives - The Council schedules a quarterly blood drive at the parish after Sunday Services.

Quarterly BBQ Chicken Fundraiser - The Knights BBQ chicken plates include half a chicken, sausage, beans and coleslaw for the quarterly fundraiser.  These fundraisers provide the funding for the councils projects.

In The Community  - The Council provides catering services, manpower support and hall rental for civic and private organizations. (University Catholic Canter, Bull Riders Association, TAMUK events, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church).

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Brother Knights and Friends,

God Bless all of You!

Jay Schonefeld

Grand Knight Council 3389

St. Gertrude the Great Catholic Church

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Proclaiming God’s word each week is the ministry that is fulfilled by our parish Lectors.  We have quite a distinguished group, who are extremely faithful.  It is an important ministry, and if you are interested in serving, please contact the parish office.  (361) 592-7351

Adult and Children Choirs enhance liturgical celebrations through song and music; provide an opportunity to learn about the right traditions of the Church's two thousand year old expression of prayer via music and song. Contact the choir director, Rachael Bustamante, at the parish office. (361) 592-7351

Youth Choir Rehearsals-Mondays-6:30 p.m.

Adult Choir Rehearsals- Mondays-7:15 p.m.

The PPC is involved in most activities and programs affecting the liturgical and spiritual life of St. Gertrude Parish. Contact the parish office for more information. (361) 592-7351

Serves the poor of the community by helping to find jobs, signing up for prescription programs and meeting medical and financial needs. Please call the Parish office.  (361) 592-7351

Volunteers who assist people to their seat if necessary. They also take up the collection. Parish volunteers who warmly welcome parishioners as they enter the Church for Mass. Contact the parish office for more information. (361) 592-7351