Get involved
For tradesmen who want brothers, for neighbors who want to help, and for organizations that want to work with the Guild.
Join as a tradesman
Membership is for practicing Catholic men, 16 and older, who work in the skilled trades full time or part time, or who have retired from them. Shop owners, the self-employed, and employees are all welcome. Plumbers, electricians, carpenters, roofers, masons, painters, HVAC, welders, mechanics, and the trades between.
What membership asks of a man:
- The membership pledge and the Guild's ethical standards, signed before orientation.
- At least 16 hours, two service days, of designated charity work a year: parish work days and home repairs for people in need.
- Six of the twelve monthly formation meetings or Guild Masses and holy hours a year.
- Dues, by membership tier below. A man facing real hardship talks to an officer and it is handled case by case.
- From 2027, a sponsor from among current members.
In return: the Guild's Masses, holy hours, and retreats, formation and courses, the tool library and shop space, and a listing in the member directory for men who run their own shops, with referrals from the men who know your work.
Membership tiers
- Active Brother
- $25 a month, or $250 a yearWorking in the skilled trades for a year or more, as an employee, owner, or self-employed. Owners carry general liability insurance.
- Inactive Brother
- $25 a month, or $250 a yearPart-time tradesmen, and members not yet meeting every requirement.
- Guild Builder
- $500 to $1,500 a yearOwners of trade businesses with $250,000 or more in adjusted gross income, scaled by income. Six service hours and three meetings a year.
- Faithful Brother
- $12 a month, or $100 a yearSupporters of the mission, men retired from the trades, and Sons of the Guild (16 and 17, with a parent’s consent).
Not a tradesman yet but drawn to the work? The Guild runs come-and-see visits for men and families discerning the trades. Say so in the note below.
Ask about membership
A Guild officer replies within two business days.
A Guild officer replies within two business days.
Other ways in
Volunteer
Parish work days need hands that are not tradesmen: hauling, cleanup, food, and setup for the procession and the Christmas party. Work-day crews, procession setup, and the Christmas party kitchen. The secretary coordinates volunteers.
Partner
Parishes, schools, and shrines that need work. Suppliers who can discount materials. Sponsors for programs and events.
Hire a member
The simplest way to support a Guild tradesman is to hire him at his ordinary rate.