WHAT THE MARIAN GUILD DOES
By giving of our time and talent, the Marian Guild promotes spiritual enrichment for our members with a special devotion to Mary, fund raising efforts for our parish and community needs, and fellowship through social outreach. We welcome all ladies of the parish to this faith-filled, fun and friendly group. 

WHO WE ARE
We are women over the age of 18, who are registered parishioners of St. Joseph Marello Parish.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT: 
"Desiring to live as the Body of Christ, the St. Joseph Marello Marian Guild strives, by giving of our time and talent, to promote the spiritual enrichment of our members, with special devotion to our Blessed Mother Mary, fundraising efforts to address our Parish and community needs, and fellowship through social outreach."

HOW YOU CAN BECOME INVOLVED
We invite all registered women (18 years or older) of the parish to join. Come to a regular monthly meeting held the fourth Monday of the month, at 8:45 a.m. at the Ministry Center. There may be an evening meeting occasionally, and members will be notified in advance.  No meetings are held in July and December. To download a membership application click here. 

CONTACT
Monica Skelchy, President,  sjmmarianguild@yahoo.com

Sr. Libby Fernandez, RSM spoke at our March 28 meeting. She gave a great overview of the work of the Mercy Pedalers, a group that ministers to the homeless of  Sacramento, "bringing mercy to the streets." The Mercy Pedalers are the recipient of the Guild's Lenten almsgiving efforts.  

Sr. Libby has a compelling bio (see attached) that will give you a sense of her dedication to serving the homeless, poor, and marginalized individuals of the greater Sacramento area.  Her efforts have positively impacted the community and many local organizations. 

Because Mercy Pedalers has been chosen as the Guild’s Lenten Almsgiving recipient, please consider a donation by clicking here.

Saint Joseph Marello Marian Guild Celebrated Its 10th Anniversary with 
“My Fair Ladies” Tea and Fashion Show 
June 6, in Church Rose Garden

Hats, Fascinators, Finery, and Food Featured at Celebration

The Marian Guild celebrated its 10th Anniversary with a special event for current and former members – a “My Fair Ladies” Tea and Fashion Show in the church Rose Garden. 
By giving of their time and talent, the Marian Guild, open to all women of the Parish, promotes spiritual enrichment, fundraising efforts for parish needs and nonprofit organizations throughout the greater Sacramento area, and fellowship through fun social events and activities. 

The Tea and Fashion Show was held as a special “thank you” to members, (particularly those who have been members since the group’s inception), and to past members who have continually supported the Guild, even in their absence. All ladies wore hats or fascinators, an effort assisted by one member who shared her collection of over 200 hats which were on display at the tea. Currently, the Rose Garden features over 275 rose bushes now in full bloom, and was the setting for the event. Catering was provided by Dutch Girl Provisions of Rocklin. A fashion show was presented by Firehouse Boutique of Folsom, with Guild members as models. Past presidents were honored and teen parishioners volunteered as servers. Monica Skelchy, Guild President was Mistress of Ceremonies. It was a fun, colorful celebration of the group’s past, present and future. For more photos please go to "Photo Albums" on the home page at https://www.stjosephmarello.org