Unity Day 2026 — A Celebration of Faith, Family & Fiesta
Date
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Time
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location
SAMC Grounds, 6150 Roft Rd., San Antonio, TX 78253
Theme
Faith, Family & Fiesta
About Unity Day
A Celebration of Faith, Family & Fiesta
Unity Day is a parish-wide ministry fair and community celebration created to bring the Saint Anthony Mary Claret Catholic Church family together in faith, fellowship, service, and joy.
This special event helps parishioners discover ministries, support parish fundraising efforts, enjoy food and activities, and celebrate the unity of our parish community.
What to Expect
Featured Attractions
A joyful day for the whole family — here’s a taste of what awaits on the parish grounds.
Ministry Booths
Food & Refreshments
Silent Auction
Family Activities
Vendor Marketplace
Live Entertainment
Volunteer Opportunities
Community Sponsors
Our Partners
Community Sponsors
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Become a Community Partner
Support Unity Day while connecting your business with parish families and the surrounding San Antonio community.
This Year’s Booths
Ministry Booths & Parish Favorites
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Women of the Well
Women of the Well is a Catholic women’s ministry inspired by the Samaritan woman at the well, offering fellowship, prayer, and faith formation for the parish’s women.
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Knights of Columbus (KOC)
The Knights of Columbus (KOC) is a Catholic men’s fraternal service organization supporting the parish and community through charity, service, and fellowship.
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Men’s Club
The Men’s Club is a parish fellowship and service group for the men of the community.
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Line Dancers
The Line Dancers bring parishioners together for social dancing and fellowship, and also share Fr. Pat Martin’s books with the parish.
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Rosary Makers
The Rosary Makers hand-craft rosaries for the parish and mission use, and teach others the craft.
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ACTS
ACTS Missions is a parish retreat ministry (Adoration, Community, Theology, Service) that fosters spiritual renewal through parish retreats.
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Ladies of St. Anthony Mary Claret
Ladies of St. Anthony Mary Claret is a parish women’s guild supporting the parish through fundraising, service, and fellowship.
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Viacrucis Viviente
Via Crucis Viviente presents the parish’s Living Stations of the Cross during Lent, dramatizing Christ’s Passion for the community.
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Respect Life
Respect Life promotes and defends the dignity of human life from conception to natural death through education and outreach.
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Homeschool Ministry
Homeschool Ministry (HSM) supports homeschooling families in the parish with community, resources, and mutual encouragement.
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Silver Seniors
Silver Seniors is a fellowship ministry for the parish’s senior members, offering activities and community.
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Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry trains lay caregivers to provide one-on-one Christian care and support to parishioners going through difficult times.
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Catholic Youth Organization (CYO)
The Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) offers sports and activities for the parish’s young people.
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The Gabriel Project
The Gabriel Project is a pro-life ministry that supports pregnant women and new mothers in need with material and emotional support.
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Youth Group
Youth Group is a ministry for parish teens centered on faith formation, fellowship, and service.
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Young Adult Ministry
Young Adult Ministry is a faith community for the parish’s young adults, offering fellowship, prayer, and formation.
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Marriage Ministry
Marriage Ministry supports married couples in the parish through fellowship, enrichment, and mutual support.
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Capital Campaign
The Capital Campaign is the parish’s fundraising initiative supporting facility and ministry improvements.
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Music
The Music Ministry leads congregational singing and provides liturgical music for the parish’s Masses and celebrations.
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American Heritage Girls Troop #1988
American Heritage Girls Troop #1988 is a Christian scouting program for girls that builds character, leadership, and faith.
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Two Hearts Prayer Group
Two Hearts Prayer Group gathers in devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
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Stewardship of Treasure
Stewardship of Treasure coordinates the parish’s financial stewardship program and giving initiatives.
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Religious Education – Catechists
Religious Education Catechists volunteer to teach the Catholic faith to children and adults in the parish’s formation programs.
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Natural Family Planning
Natural Family Planning teaches couples Church-approved, natural methods of family planning.
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Marriage Encounter
Marriage Encounter is a weekend retreat ministry that strengthens Catholic marriages through communication and renewal.
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Apostolado de la Cruz / Apostleship of the Cross
Apostolado de la Cruz (Apostleship of the Cross) is a Spanish-language lay apostolate devoted to the Cross and evangelization.
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Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion assist priests in distributing Holy Communion at Mass and to the homebound.
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Hospitality Ministers
Hospitality Ministers greet and welcome parishioners and guests before and after Mass.
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Lectors
Lectors proclaim the Scripture readings during Mass.
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Pastoral Care
Pastoral Care brings Communion, prayer, and support to parishioners who are sick or homebound.
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Sacred Space Cleaning Angels
Sacred Space Cleaning Angels volunteer to clean and prepare the church and its sacred spaces.
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Wedding & Quinceañera Coordinators
Wedding & Quinceañera Coordinators assist families in planning and coordinating parish weddings and quinceañera Masses.
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Altar Servers
Altar Servers assist the priest at the altar during Mass.
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St. Anthony Claret’s Pantry (SACP)
St. Anthony Claret’s Pantry (SACP) is the parish’s food pantry ministry, serving families in need.
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Bible Study
Bible Study meets to study and discuss Sacred Scripture together.
Festival Flavors
Food & Refreshments
Come hungry! Enjoy festival favorites prepared by our parish ministries.
- Snack Shack
- Sausage Wraps & Sausage on a Stick
- BBQ Sandwiches
- Sodas, Water & Juice
For the Whole Family
Family Activities
- Flower Crowns
- Rosary Making Activity
- Ministry Information Booths
- Books & Parish Resources
- Family-Friendly Festival Fun
More activities will be announced as ministries continue submitting booth ideas.
Ministries Are Invited to Participate
Parish ministries are invited to host a food booth, game, activity, information table, or family-friendly experience. Unity Day is a wonderful opportunity to share your ministry’s mission with the parish community.
Our Patron
Saint Anthony Mary Claret
A tireless missionary, preacher, and founder, Saint Anthony Mary Claret devoted his life to sharing the Gospel and serving God’s people. As the patron of our parish, his example of faith, zeal, and charity inspires our community to grow closer to Christ and to one another.
Unity Day celebrates that same spirit — a parish family united in faith, fellowship, and service.
Feast Day — October 24
- Setup Team
- Hospitality
- Ticket Sales
- Food Booth Support
- Games & Activities
- Parking Assistance
- Cleanup Team
- Ministry Support