Auxiliary
In 1888 it was a group of women volunteers who chose to take action in addressing the problem of unmarried mothers and homeless children in the city of Scranton. That decision brought St. Joseph’s Center into being, and it is the ongoing commitment from their successors that enable the organization to continue.
Through two world wars, the Great Depression, and more recently, healthcare crisis and government cutbacks, the grace of God working through the hands of the Auxiliary have enabled the mission of St. Joseph’s to flourish. The annual Summer Festival is renowned in northeastern Pennsylvania. Auxiliary Card Parties and the Dennis Crafferty Memorial Auction are gaining in popularity every year. All of these efforts, and many more, enable this dedicated group of women and men to finance renovation projects, buy needed equipment and provide holiday activities for all of the Center’s programs.
In addition to its fund raising efforts, Auxiliary members have always lent their expertise in programming decisions as services have evolved from our early days as an orphanage to the multi-faceted provider St. Joseph’s is today. For over 100 years they have also shared their time and experience as ambassadors for St. Joseph’s, spreading the news of our services and good works. There is no end to their energy and enthusiasm.
Auxiliary Events
- Installation Brunch - January 27, 2008, Radisson Hotel in Scranton
- Feast of St. Joseph Mass and Tea Social - March 16, 2008, St. Joseph’s Center
- Golf Tournament - June 2008, Lakeland Golf Club
- Summer Festival - July 25, 26 and 27, 2008 on the campus of Marywood University
- Card Party - September 2008, Country Club of Scranton
- Dennis Crafferty Memorial Auction - October 2008
- Christmas Mass and Tea Social - December 7, 2008, St. Joseph’s Center
For more information on the Auxiliary or any of the events listed:
Katie Weinschenk - Auxiliary Liaison
570-963-1290 or kweinschenk@stjosephscenter.org