Knights of Columbus

Thanks to the efforts of Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary's Church in New Haven and some of his parishioners, the Connecticut state legislature on March 29, 1882, officially chartered the Knights of Columbus as a fraternal benefit society.

St. Vincent de Paul Society

A Source of Help and Hope

The foundation of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is simple.  They are a group of lay Catholic volunteers from all walks of life, helping those in need with the basic necessities - food, clothing, shelter, utility assistance, transportation and emotional comfort.  They believe that when we look into the face of someone who is poor or in need, we see the face of Christ.  We see it in the faces of little children getting a bed to sleep in, adults in need of a job or clothing or even help with the family meal.

At St. Vncent de Paul, their mission is to seve the needy and suffering in a spirit of justice and charity.  Donations are used and distributed to those in need.

"The poor are hungary not only for food; they are hungary to be recognized as human beings.  They are hungary for dignity and to be treated as we are treated.  They are hungary for our love." -

Mother Teresa

St. Paddy's Day Celebration

The St. Paddy’s Day Celebration began back in the 1950s and was known as the St. Paddy’s Day Fest.  It began as a private party and continued that way for a number of years during which time the celebrating group grew larger.

Ministry to the Sick

Our Church group is careful to keep in contact with other members who are not able to attend Mass. When someone is sick and is shut-in, we make periodic contacts and visits to let them know that they are missed and we do care about their health and well being. Special attention is given to them at Christmas and other special occasions, whenever possible, by designated members or other volunteers. If you need assistance, please click on the link below.

Catholic Social Ministries

"Who will hear the cry of the poor?" The Old St. Vincent Church and St. Mary Cathedral Food Pantry is located at the Fuerth house, 119 S. Spanish St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63701.