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FAITH FORMATION |
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Baptism
Preparation includes a
session for parents and godparents of children being baptized in their
role as primary educators. Parish volunteers for this ministry attend the session to
share their faith, assist with the paperwork and preparation for the
christening. Baptisms
(English) are celebrated on the first and third Sundays of the month;
preparation sessions take place on the last Wednesday of the month for
about 1 ½ hours starting at 7 PM.
Contact: Dcn.
Ronald Gillette: 234-6535
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Men’s
Spirituality Group
Bringing men together in support of one another and
as leaders for Jesus Christ is the goal of this group. The men meet
monthly to study, discuss and pray using scripture and contemporary
spiritual reading. Volunteer projects in support of parish activities are
also a part.
Contact: Dcn.
Frank Gariboldi : 234-6535 |
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Ministry to
and by the Homebound – provides Eucharistic visits to the sick and
to those with “special” needs that are unable to attend Mass. Other visits may include phone chats, sharing Church
bulletins, looking in on our parish neighbors to create a network assuring
them that they are not alone. In
turn, Homebound Parishioners are invited to join
a “Circle of Prayer”
and offer prayers at home for the special intentions requested.
Travel time for Eucharistic Ministers: 15- 20 minutes
Length of visitation:
½ hour – 1 hour or the few moments of a phone call
“Circle
of Prayer” : flexible time at home.
Contact: Diane
& Jim Byrne : 234-6535 |
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PRE- CANA
MARRIAGE PREPARATION
Help engaged couples prepare for marriage through the sharing of
marriage and life experiences. Facilitating
sessions cover communications, conscience formation, sexuality and
spirituality in a relaxed, comfortable setting.
Diocesan training and on-the-job training are part of the
commitment.
Time: 2-3
hours depending on need
Contact: Mary Ann and Paul Gruner: 234-6535 |
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PRINCE OF
PEACE PRAYER GROUP
Members of the prayer group seek to grow in faith through the
gifts of the Holy Spirit with praise, song, petitions, witness and
prayerful reflection on scripture.
Time Commitment:
Thursday evenings at 7 PM for one hour: 1st and 3rd
Thursday-Prayer ; 2nd Thursday-Healing Service; 4th
Thursday - Holy Hour
Contact: Dcn. Ronald Gillette: 234-6535
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R.C.I.A. The
Rite of Christian
Initiation for Adults is
the process for 1)those Non-Christians who are 18 years of age or older
considering the possibility of becoming
Roman Catholics; 2)
for those of other Christian faiths considering the possibility of
embracing the Roman Catholic Church; 3)
for baptized Roman Catholics who have not received either the sacrament of
Eucharist or Confirmation – or both.
Parishioners are invited to serve as R.C.I.A. sponsors to walk the journey of conversion as they welcome new members into the parish.
Time: 1 ½ hrs. on Tuesday evenings from fall to
Pentecost
Contact: Dcn.
Ron Gillette: 234-6535
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RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION PROCESS
All are welcome. We
continue the message of Jesus and the teachings of the Church by
supporting families in their faith development.
Together we pray, educate and give service.
Weekly classes are held for young disciples, Grades First through
High School and Sacrament Preparation.
All are encouraged to participate in FAMILY MASS on the first
Sunday of the month at 11:00 AM. There
is a wonderful opportunity to share your gifts and goodness as a
Catechist, Office Helper, Greeter and Hospitality Volunteer.
Please join us as we prepare the Church of the Future.
Contact: Director: Maggie Martin : 234-4040. |
