Do you know someone who is wondering if the Catholic Church is the place for them? It could be your neighbor, your coworker, or someone in your family.

​At Padre Serra, we have a group which meets on Tuesday evenings, year-round, to explore what it means to be a disciple of Jesus in the Catholic tradition. The atmosphere is informal, open and free of any pressure. Those attending are invited to ask any questions they may have followed by a discussion on various topics regarding our faith.

If you know someone who might be interested, invite them to accompany you to one of the meetings. We serve great refreshments, too!

For information please contact:
​Catherine Shadduck
catherine@padreserra.org 
(805) 482·6417 x331.

​Also visit: RCIA

We provide community and spiritual support for transitioning special needs teens and young adults (16+), their families and friends. 
Meetings:

• ​November 14
• December 12
• January 9
• February 13
• March 13
• April 10
• May 8

Contact:
Monica Spooner
(805) 484·8379
monicaspooner@twc.com

​Lemons on the Loose is a monthly gathering for women of all ages to enjoy each other’s company, sharing fellowship and laughter while playing Bonkers.
Don’t know how to play this dice game? That’s okay; we'll show you.

$5/person. Proceeds benefit Alex’s Lemonade Stand
​Contact: Michelle Paschen mcpaschens@gmail.com

Also visit: Groups, Women's Ministry

​Serra Seniors are parishioners and guests who gather for spirituality and fellowship October to May.
Contact:
Teresa Runyon 

This month we'll enjoy time with friends "old and new" playing games. We are gathering Mexican Train, cards for hearts or cribbage, Yahtzee and more. If you have a game you'd love to bring and share, please do. Don't worry about the rules as directions will be on the tables. Joe and Emily are going to share an Italian game with us too.

Also visit: 

• Seniors Adaptive Exercise Class
• Seniors Christmas Luncheon
• Seniors Summer Luncheon

Camarillo Catholic Moms presents Legacy, a new monthly gathering of mothers to provide community, belonging, and support in our vocation as mothers as we pass on our faith to the new generation.

• Information/registration: Anna Spooner
• Information about other Camarillo Catholic Moms activities:  Melissa Ronan

Also visit: Women's Ministry, Groups

A fellowship and service ministry where all skill levels are welcome. No experience? That’s alright; we’ll show you. Come and learn or inspire others!

​The group's projects are donated to several groups and individuals throughout the year. 
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Contact:
​Donna Lovato

Also visit:
Women's Ministries, Group Ministries

​For those who want to grow deeper in their Catholic faith through discussion, community building, spiritual activities and service projects. For more information contact youth@padreserra.org

Care Packages for the Homeless ~ Session has been rescheduled for November 15!
Our Young Adult Ministry is creating care packages to donate to homeless shelters and to keep in our cars to hand out when we see someone in need. Bring your donations of socks, gloves, beanies, toiletries, nut-free snacks, and water bottles to be included in these packages as we approach winter. Help create these packages, join us!

Young Adult Friendsgiving and Board Game Night ~ November 29
Bring your favorite thanksgiving dish, it's a Potluck.

Q&A Hot Topics Discussion Panel ~ TBA
​Come to participate in straight and honest discussions about faith, love, work and other current experiences.

The Marthas and Matthews ministry lovingly cares for our church and chapel. The group meets every Wednesday morning to clean these sacred spaces. If you are interested in lending a hand, please contact Karen at barranca5@hotmail.com

Also visit: Volunteer, Giving

Earthen Vessels Ministry believes that all Catholics/Christians impacted by divorce remain welcome!  So we are joining as a family-of-sorts to journey together, sharing collective lessons learned and resources available, holding each other up in prayer, and serving our community.

Earthen Vessels offers a welcoming environment for people dealing with divorce whether they are in the earliest (often most painful) stages of grief, the initial stages of coping with difficult changes (making necessary life adjustments), or whether they are through the worst of it and now looking to move forward, grow, and serve.

Our mission is:

• To be instruments through which God can embrace Catholics/Christians who have experienced divorce, by offering acceptance, comfort, encouragement, reconciliation and healing
• To be instruments through which divorced Catholics/Christians are encouraged to listen to the Word of God, attend mass, persevere in prayer, contribute to works of charity and to community efforts for justice, bring up their children in the Christian faith, and cultivate the spirit and practice of reconciliation and thus implore, day by day, God’s grace.

Our Motto is F.R.O.G. Fully Rely On God
Contact: Jett Clyne jettclyne@gmail.com 

Also visit: Groups, Care

Want to learn to become a confident communicator, speak in public and develop leadership skills?
Come check out our Toastmasters anytime.
​Contact:
Virginia Norris or (805) 443·5186

Visit also: Adults

Illuman is a ministry for men, by men, to honor the uniqueness of male spirituality and committed to support who are seeking to deepen their spiritual lives.
Monthly group gatherings are designed to help become better, more authentic men.

Come join us every week for an hour of prayer and devotion to our Mother Mary. 

The first Wednesday of the month, stay after for fellowship.

Contact: 
Madel Mercado

Also visit:  Groups, Prayer, Filipino Ministry

Offers support to those who are caring for an aging parent, relative, or spouse.
Contact:
Patricia Sentianin
sentclan@gmail.com
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​Resources:
A Catholic Guide to Caring for Your Aging Parent 
Monica Dodd

Christian Caregiving: A Way of Life
Kenneth C. Haugk

Also visit: Care

Left to right: Lisa Barra (Cherubs), Patricia Sentianin (Caritas Caregivers).
Photo by Julius Acero 

A fellowship ministry where LGBTQ brothers, sisters, and their families and friends in Christ are welcome in a safe harbor to explore spirituality and share experiences, strength, and hope.

Come to our next gathering with open hearts to discuss how to care for one another, learn together and serve our community. 

2018 Meetings:
​October 25, November 29, December 27

For information contact: openheartspadreserra@gmail.com

Sue Powers and Margaret Vesprini
Photo By Julius Acero

Eucharistic Ministers serve the Body and Blood of Jesus to the community at liturgy. ​Coordinated by Wendy Grasso, this ministry is open to additional volunteers.

Miss Nicole lovingly cares for your little one (12-36 months) while you go to mass. ​Stop by and see all the toys and fun and meet Nicole. You are welcome to stay to be sure your toddler is settled. ​This is a no cost service.

​Also visit: Children, Weekend