Religious Enrichment
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
MINISTRY LEADERS: AL & VIRGINIA BASLER
The blessed sacrament is exposed in Mercy Chapel every Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Participants can spend 30 minutes to 1 hour (or whatever time is most convenient for them) in prayer or spiritual reading. Adoration is closed with Benediction and the Rosary at 5:30 p.m.
CATHOLIC WOMEN'S STUDY OF OUR FAITH
MINISTRY LEADER: JOY CACIA
This group meets from September through May on Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the St. Joseph Room to study books dealing with our faith. Any Catholic woman may be involved.
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP
MINISTRY LEADERS: PEGGY SCROGGINS AND ALLAN & OLGA DICKIESON
Praising and worshiping the Lord through prayer, song, scripture and sharing is the purpose of this group. Baptism in the Holy Spirit and charismatic gifts are encouraged. Everyone is welcome to the weekly meetings on Fridays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Meeting Room.
CURSILLO
MINISTRY LEADER: BOB SPANO
Participation in Cursillo will renew and deepen your Catholic commitment, give you purpose and support, and make you feel like a new Catholic. It helps people discover and fulfill their personal vocations and promoted the creation of small groups who support each other to live by the Gospel teachings. The program is available to adults in good standing with the Church. Begin by attending a three-day weekend program (held separately for men and women), conducted at locations around the Diocese several times a year. Then, attend follow-up meetings at various locations throughout the Columbus deanery.
ELIJAH CUP
MINISTRY LEADERS: BEN & ANN STAHL
The purpose of this ministry is to have families spend time in prayer for an increase of vocations. The Elijah Cup, a consecrated chalice, provides a focal point for prayer. It's an especially powerful symbol for families with children. Families register to pick up the cup at the end of a 10:30 a.m. Mass, take it home for one week and pray together daily for vocations. The following Sunday, the Elijah Cup is returned to Church at the 10:30 a.m. Mass to be picked up by the next registered family.
FAMILY PRAYER MISSION
MINISTRY LEADER: M.V. THOMAS
This prayer group meets from 7 to 10 p.m. every Saturday in the Youth Room to praise, worship and glorify God with hymns and prayers. Volunteers use their talents of music, teaching and praise to lift the name of Jesus. Anyone who has a thirst to know God through the Word and wants to pray and experience Jesus in his or her life is welcome.
LECTIONARY BIBLE STUDY
MINISTRY LEADER: SISTER GRACE MARIE DILLARD
This Bible study group meets Mondays from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the St. Joseph Room and is open to anyone. The purpose of this group is to better understand the Sunday readings. We spend one hour each week reading, studying and praying about the Bible readings in preparation for Sunday Mass. We also discuss lives of saints whose feast days occur within the week.
MOTHER'S SCRIPTURE STUDY I
MINISTRY LEADER: MICHELLE CHARDOS
Our group meets to study scripture and provide an atmosphere of support and learning. Participants prepare for discussions by reading a predetermined chapter of the current book of study and corresponding scripture passages. Members meet in the Youth Room every Thursday morning from 10 to 11:45 a.m. You need not be a mother to join. Babysitting provided at no charge.
MOTHER'S SCRIPTURE STUDY II
MINISTRY LEADER: HEIDI REHAK
A group which encourages Catholic mothers in faith, through Bible study, friendship and prayer. Members meet every Friday morning from 10 to 11:30 a.m. for Bible study. Some home preparation by members is expected. Any woman of Catholic faith is invited.
PRAYER MINISTRY
MINISTRY LEADER: HANNELORE GRANTHAM
A group of parishioners who pray daily, in their own homes, for the intentions of others. There are several teams with a designated team leader. As prayer intentions are identified, members are notified by their team leader to pray for specific intentions. A Prayer Booklet has been put together for members.
ROSARY PRAYER GROUP
MINISTRY LEADERS: VICKIE CORRADINO AND DONNA LIPP
All are welcome to join the Rosary Prayer Group on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in Mercy Chapel. This ministry is for men, women and children. We pray at the invitation of our Blessed Mother for peace in the world, personal healing, and for the intentions of our pastors, bishops and the Pope. Additionally, those who are able attend wake services and pray the Rosary for deceased parish members and relatives.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
MINISTRY LEADERS: CLAIRE FAIRCHILD & MEAGAN FOLDS
Vacation Bible School (VBS) offers an exciting educational program that brings our youth closer to Jesus Christ. It takes place for one week during the summer from 9 a.m. until noon. Volunteers are needed to help chaperone and escort the youth, assist leaders, and a limited number are needed to lead and teach this program. Volunteers meet for one or two meetings prior to the week of VBS for planning. Rising 7th graders and up are invited to volunteer. VIRTUS training and a background check are needed for those over age 18.
