Joe Catholic
Exploring Joe Catholic
Joe Catholic is a lay apostolate—a mission-driven initiative led by Catholic laymen who seek to evangelize, form, and support other men in their pursuit of holiness. Rooted in fidelity to the Magisterium and inspired by the teachings of saints like St. Josemaría Escrivá and Pope John Paul II, Joe Catholic equips ordinary men to live extraordinary lives of faith in their families, parishes, and workplaces.
About Joe Catholic
Our Identity
Joe Catholic is a lay apostolate—men united in mission to grow in holiness and lead others to Christ. Grounded in the teachings of the Church and inspired by saints like St. Josemaría Escrivá, we form, equip, and support Catholic men through monthly gatherings, small groups, and conferences.
A lay apostolate is the work of laypeople to sha
Joe Catholic is a lay apostolate—men united in mission to grow in holiness and lead others to Christ. Grounded in the teachings of the Church and inspired by saints like St. Josemaría Escrivá, we form, equip, and support Catholic men through monthly gatherings, small groups, and conferences.
A lay apostolate is the work of laypeople to share the Gospel and sanctify the world. Joe Catholic answers this call by helping men live their faith boldly in their families, parishes, and communities.
Our History
In November of 2004, Chuck Gura and I (Don Gonzalez) formed a men's small faith group patterned after the St. Joseph's Covenant Keepers at St. Catherine of Siena in Carrollton, Texas. After a year of following a book study format, the attendance dropped to two and the group was disbanded.
In the Spring of 2009, I invited some of the male
In November of 2004, Chuck Gura and I (Don Gonzalez) formed a men's small faith group patterned after the St. Joseph's Covenant Keepers at St. Catherine of Siena in Carrollton, Texas. After a year of following a book study format, the attendance dropped to two and the group was disbanded.
In the Spring of 2009, I invited some of the male leaders in our church to discuss revamping the group.
We kicked around format ideas and settled on a new name - Joe Catholic. We liked the name because we wanted to promote that we were just ordinary guys trying to learn our faith. The name also still gave us a link to our patron, St. Joseph.
While I am no longer a member of St. Catherine, the group continues to meet monthly.
Our Workshops
Our Workshops
Joe Catholic offers a 2-hour monthly workshop designed to deepen your faith and equip you for daily Christian living. These sessions combine spiritual formation with practical action, helping men grow in holiness and brotherhood.
Each Workshop Includes:
- Prayer & Worship
- Focused Teaching
- Small Group Discussion
- Practical Application
These worksho
Joe Catholic offers a 2-hour monthly workshop designed to deepen your faith and equip you for daily Christian living. These sessions combine spiritual formation with practical action, helping men grow in holiness and brotherhood.
Each Workshop Includes:
- Prayer & Worship
- Focused Teaching
- Small Group Discussion
- Practical Application
These workshops will challenge and encourage you to follow Christ more intentionally—at home, at work, and in community.
