Joe chooses to spell his name with small letters; the rainbow behind his name is his trademark signature. Deacon joe schmitt serves as deacon at St. Tom's, where he helps with marriage preparation, baptisms, preaching, and Communion Services. Passionate about Peace and Justice, joe is active in the Kalamazoo Pax Christi chapter, ERAC/CE, Isaac, North side Ministerial Alliance, People United for Secure Housing and other groups.