Parish groups and opportunities to help

The smaller communities within our Parish make so much possible.

Please check out these groups to see where your time and talents can find a place to shine!

For information on other opportunities, call the Parish Office at (253) 922-7882 or send an e-mail.

  • Fife-Milton community food bank

    Located on St. Martin of Tours Church's campus, the Food Bank is always seeking new clients to serve. Do you know someone who may benefit? Please have them call (253) 922- 0960 to schedule a food pickup time between 8 am and 1 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Drive-up or walkup services are both available.


    Information for donors:

    - Items appreciated on a daily basis: egg cartons, canned soups and stews, ramen, small peanut butter, canned fruits and tuna. All non-perishables are welcome!


    - Bulk items such as, rice, beans, sugar and pasta are accepted.


  • Altar Society

    The Altar Society serves in many functions, including the raising of funds to supply candles and linens for the altar throughout the year, and decorations for Easter and Christmas Masses. For more information, contact Ann Martin at (253) 927-4627 or by e-mail.


    Meetings

    Society members meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month at 10 A.M. in the Parish Center. We provide a light lunch and are always eager to have more ladies of the Parish join! 


    Rummage Sale - future date to be determined

    A Rummage Sale is held every year to raise funds. To volunteer for this event, please contact Sadie Berrens after Mass, or e-mail Terri in our Parish Office.


  • Saint Vincent de Paul

    December 2023 update

    The St. Vincent de Paul Conference at our Parish had recent success in providing gas and furniture to a local family. YMCA helped with the relocation to a new home, while North West Furniture donated household items at no cost. Thank you to these groups for assisting members of our community!


    St. Vincent de Paul serves the elderly and needy in our community in providing assistance with food, rent, utilities or prescription medication. If you are in need, please call (253) 970-9037.


    New volunteers are welcome! Members meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays each month at 10 am in the Parish Center. 


    To help the continuing mission of St Vincent de Paul Conference, checks can be mailed or delivered to:


    St. Martin of Tours Parish Office

    2303 54th Ave E

    Fife, WA 98424

  • coffee hour ministry

    Coffee Hour after 8:30 and 10 am Sunday Masses is a opportunity for parishioners to be in community and fellowship with one another, and the volunteers who give of their time for this weekly event are essential. We thank you! Our Parish is excited to recruit more helpers soon for this fun ministry - please speak with Ms. Terri after Masses, or call (253) 922-7882.

  • Columbiettes, Auxiliary 1629

    For Catholic women 18 years and older, this group is affiliated with the Knights of Columbus and is combined from multiple parishes in Pierce County.  It is a charitable, not-for-profit organization, supporting many different charities and involved in community activities as well as working collectively with the brother Knights to promote faith and unity. 


    You will have the opportunity to meet other women who share your interests through social events and religious works. Our organization is united by our Catholic faith, the love of our family and country, and our commitment to helping others.


    If you are interested in joining, please contact Mary Peterson at (253) 845-5539 or through e-mail.

  • HomeBound Ministry

    Parishioner volunteers make home visits and bring Holy Communion to long-term homebound Catholics who are unable to attend Mass due to health or other reasons.


    If you know someone who would like to receive Communion at home, please call the Parish Office at (253) 922-7882.