How this Started…
St. Joseph Garden Ministry developed in response to a 2022 county-wide survey organized by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Youngstown that indicated food insecurity as a top need in Mahoning County. St. Joseph has a significant amount of unused, tillable land and many parishioners with gardening experience. A principal goal of this ministry is to grow healthy, organic food that we can distribute to organizations that serve food-insecure populations in our local area.
Walk the Garden
We welcome all parishioners of all ages to walk on the paths between the berry bushes as often as you’d like. It’s our garden. Enjoy it!
Pray in the Garden
The garden is also a spiritual opportunity. Walking the paths of the garden can be a meditative experience. Being aware that you are in the midst of a diverse and abundant living environment can offer unique insights into the life of God among us. We invite everyone to use the garden as an opportunity for spiritual practice whether you are tending the plants or just strolling the paths.
For more Information…
- Carrie Kirchner at 330-314-2914 or hornyakcarrie@gmail.com
- Jim Merhaut at jmerhaut@stjosephaustintown.org
- Nicole Pugliese at 330-506-2630
Enjoy a Few Photos of our Work
