Outreach and Social Justice

If you are interested in learning more about one or more of our ministries, please contact:

Tommy Sustaita, Volunteer Coordinator at 512-600-8190 or volunteer@st-william.org to schedule a meeting.

In response to Jesus' command to love one another, our parish fosters many ministries related to outreach and social justice. Here are some of them:

Annie's Way 

This Thanksgiving event provides meals to needy families and individuals who do not have plans with their families. In recent years, approximately 1,000 people have been served, including deliveries to the homebound. Annie's Way is a collaborative effort that brings many faith communities together in order to serve others the way Christ served all.  For this year's event, information can be found here. Volunteer with this link or donate with this link.

Bereavement

At the time of a loved one's death, we rely on our faith, family, and friends to help us through the grieving process. There are several types of bereavement groups that can help at the time of loss. Our assistance is to ensure a pastoral match for the needs of each person and family.
 

Christ Child Society

Nationwide, all Christ Child chapters have a common service project of providing layettes to mothers of newborns in need.  In addition, each chapter responds to the unique needs within its own community.  Capital Area members provide bereavement gowns, hygiene packets for disadvantaged elementary students and for homeless middle school and high school students, and caps & gloves to elementary school students in need. We are always looking for new members! Please visit our web site at the following link for more information.
 

Beyond Separation or Divorce

Moving beyond a separation or divorce takes time and also the help of others. This ministry helps people remain connected with the Church as they move beyond the pain and anxiety of marital breakdown. 
 

English-as-a-Second (ESL) Language Classes

This group offers English classes through a 9-month program beginning in August through May.  Classes are free and open to the general public. Students pay only a nominal fee for the purchase of materials and workbooks, which they keep.
 

Gabriel Project

The Gabriel Project offers immediate and practical help to women who are facing a crisis pregnancy. Training is provided to volunteers by the Office of Pro-Life Activities and Chaste Living of the Diocese of Austin. Please call toll free at (877) 938-2732.
 

Heart of Virtue Ministry

Heart of Virtue Ministry helps parishioners grow in the virtue of purity by offering support, creating fellowship, and holding events focused on education and awareness. Heart of Virtue has a monthly small group fellowship meeting for men. These meetings serve to provide support for men who are actively trying to grow in the virtue of purity. Specifically, members aim to avoid the use of pornography in their lives. Meetings are held on the third Friday of every month from 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM in the St. Francis room of the Parish Center.  
 

Homebound

Members of this ministry bring Holy Communion to those who are homebound. To perform this ministry, men and women must be confirmed Catholics who have completed the Eucharistic Minister training and have been commissioned.
 

Hospital Visits

Men and women of this ministry dedicate themselves to the needs of persons who request prayer and/or visitation for themselves or family members in the hospital.
 

Just Because

Just Because is a Christmas project that provides gifts and Christmas dinners for needy families. This project depends entirely on the generosity of volunteers for donations of time, talents, gifts and food.
 

Meals Ministry 

Providing meals to our parish priests is the focus of this ministry. These meals are prepared for holidays and their birthdays. 
 

Medical Mission

This group of medical professionals and other lay people provides medical and dental care as well as over-the-counter medicines to low-income communities in Mexico, Central and South America.
 

Natural Family Planning

Natural Family Planning is fertility awareness, the knowledge of a couple's fertility. It is a natural way of following God's plan for achieving and/or avoiding pregnancy that is in accordance with Church teaching. Methods covered are: Sympto-Thermal Method, Billings Ovulation Method, and Creighton Model Ovulation Method. Classes are held on a regular basis throughout the diocese and online. For more information, please contact Deacon Steve Pent at (512) 600-8160 or marriageministry@st-william.org
 

Nursing Home

The Nursing Home Ministry offers personal visits, weekly rosaries and Communion Service for the residents of area nursing homes.
 

Pro-Life Committee

The Pro-Life Committee promotes an enhanced respect for all human life, in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
 

Project Rachel

For over 30 years, women and men have been seeking help in healing their emotional and spiritual wounds from Project Rachel, the post-abortion ministry of the Catholic Church. Project Rachel has trained priests and professional counselors who can help people heal spiritually and emotionally, regardless of faith. Project Rachel has led thousands of grieving women and men from despair to hope and peace. For more information, please call toll-free at (877) 932-2732.
 

Sacred Heart Community Clinic

The Sacred Heart Community Clinic provides outpatient health services to the medically underserved residents of the Round Rock area. Its mission is to continue the healing ministry of Jesus Christ for those who are uninsured or underinsured within the Round Rock and surrounding community. This organization promotes wellness and provides physical, emotional, and spiritual care with dignity. To learn more about the clinic, you can visit their website here or call (512)-716-3929.
 

Senior Access

Those in this ministry provide free transportation and support services that enhance independence and quality of life for the seniors in our community. 

St. Vincent de Paul Society

This organization provides utility and rental assistance to the needy. Families can also receive nutritious food through the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry is open Monday and Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Financial assistance requires a home visit available every day except Sunday.  Volunteers are always needed. To learn more about the St. Vincent de Paul Society, you can visit their Facebook here or call (512) 255-2330.

For more information about these and other ministries, please contact Tommy Sustaita, Volunteer Coordinator at 512-600-8190 or volunteer@st-william.org to schedule a meeting.