Parish Ministries and Groups:

AUXILIARY

The Auxiliary’s mission is to serve the Parish and its surrounding community while encouraging the development of Parish growth and participation through spiritual and social activities in alignment with Church Teachings. Auxiliary fulfills its Mission by fully supporting Parish activities and events which develop stronger parish, community, and personal relationships for the greater good of the Parish in a friendly and welcoming environment for all. Membership in our organization is open to all parishioners of St. Francis Xavier Chapel.

For more information: email: SFXAuxiliary@gmail.com

Maria Kai (Japanese Legion of Mary)

The Legion of Mary is an international association of members of the Catholic Church, who serve it on a voluntary basis. The Maria Kai at St Francis Xavier Chapel speaks Japanese and English. The members of the Legion are engaged primarily in the performance of spiritual works of mercy.

Maryknoll Ladies Guild

One of our oldest service organizations. The group welcomes women of all ages interested in serving our community and supporting the various SFXC programs designed to strengthen and unite our parish. The program consists of various social activities, participation in SFXC fundraisers, and workshops to stock their annual boutique. Interested individuals are always welcome to join us.

Boy Scouts

Boy Scout Troop #145 was founded by the Maryknoll Fathers over 80 years ago and continues to meet weekly at SFXCJCC on Friday evenings. If your son is interested in joining the Boy Scouts, please come and visit the Scout Troops on Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in the upstairs clubroom.
When : Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Upstairs Clubroom For more information, please call Norm Kokawa at 213-626-2279.

MARYKNOLL KARATE CLUB

The Maryknoll Karate Club welcomes everyone to join and learn the martial art of Shotokan Karate in the tradition established by Sensei Tsutomu Ohshima. Shotokan Karate has been taught at Maryknoll since 1963. Classes are open to men, women, girls and boys, ages 10 and up. BEGINNERS WELCOME!
                          When:    Tuesdays and Thursdays: 7:15 - 9:00 pm
Saturdays: 8:30 - 10am
                           Site: Auditorium
For more information, please call (213) 489-6873
Web Site:  www.MaryknollKarate.com

MARYKNOLL OF LOS ANGELES FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Parishioners and their immediate family members (parents, children, siblings) can take advantage of the competitive interest rates available to members of the Credit Union. It has remained fiscally sound and financially stable since its inception, over fifty years ago. If you are interested in joining the Credit Union and/or applying for a loan, please stop by the Office or call Joe Takahashi at (323) 708-3693. Car loan rates are fantastic! New members are always welcome
When: Sundays from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Board of Directors Meeting 2nd Sunday in Activity Center Kitchen-Lounge
Site: Activity Center Credit Union Office

St. Francis Xavier Chapel - Japanese Catholic Center