General Ministries

BABY BIBLE 
MINISTRY LEADERS: MARTHA JOHNSON
Are you a mom of a child or children anywhere from newborn to preschool age, and looking to build community and teach your children about the Catholic faith? Come join us for a Bible story and craft, fellowship, and coffee on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 a.m. in the Church Meeting Room. We'd love to meet you!

COFFEE & DONUTS
MINISTRY LEADER: BALA & LAXMI YADLAPALLI
This ministry provides a place for parishioners to meet and visit after Mass and during the time their kids are in Sunday School. Volunteers in this ministry set up Visitation Hall, make coffee before Mass, serve coffee and donuts after Mass, and then clean-up. Coffee and donuts are served after the 8 and 10:30 a.m. Masses on Sundays with the exception of the third Sunday of each month. We welcome anyone, age 16 and older, with a willing spirit and a desire to give back for all the blessings one has received. This ministry provides a great service hour opportunity for the youth! Adult volunteers must be VIRTUS-trained.

DEAR FRIEND
MINISTRY COORDINATOR: FRENNY ANTONY
Dear Friend is a correspondence ministry.  Members are partnered up with people who are either homebound or in a nursing home with little or no contact with the outside world.  On at least a monthly basis, members write letters and cards to their “friends” without expecting a reply. 

GREETERS MINISTRY
The Greeters Ministry is a ministry of hospitality in which greeters welcome parishioners and visitors at all Masses.  A greeter is most likely the first person a person sees as they enter the doors of the church. The qualifications required to be a greeter are simple: Smile and be friendly; Smile and be warm; Smile and be helpful.  Greeters are asked to arrive 30 minutes prior to Mass and stay 15 minutes after to greet and answer questions.  They are scheduled to serve at the Mass of their choice at least one weekend a month.  Training is provided. Adult volunteers must be VIRTUS-trained.

GROUNDS BEAUTIFICATION
MINISTRY LEADER: HELGA SCHIFANO
The Grounds Beautification Ministry works to continue to enhance the beauty of our campus. Members of this ministry will work with the Parish Council Grounds Subcommittee to determine projects that need to be completed. These could be landscaping, painting, carpentry, etc. If you enjoy working with your hands, this ministry is for you! Adult volunteers must be VIRTUS-trained.

LINENS OF THE SACRED HEART
MINISTRY COORDINATOR: JENNIFER HARDING 706-405-6801
This ministry provides respectful handling and cleaning of the Mass linens. If you are willing to give of your time in reverence and commitment to the handling and cleaning of these linens that have come into contact with the body and blood of Christ, this is the ministry for you.

MEDIA MINISTRY
MINISTRY COORDINATOR: MICKI KAYE  [email protected]                                                                                                                                                 If you enjoy technology, please consider helping out with our Media Ministry. Right now, we need volunteers to help us run the cameras while live streaming our daily and weekend Masses, funerals and more. Training is provided. Contact Micki Kaye at [email protected] for more information.

NOTRE DAME SHOP
The Notre Dame Shop sells Catholic gifts and books before and after weekend Masses.  Our little shop is well-known and visited by other parishioners.  Volunteers commit to working the shop one shift every four to six weeks around their preferred Mass.  Registered adults who enjoy helping people and who can handle money are invited to volunteer.  VIRTUS training is required. Please contact the Parish Office if you are interested in volunteering! Getting involved in this ministry is a great way to meet parishioners!

OUTREACH
MINISTRY LEADER: Kelly Tolman 706-568-1592
A ministry in which the Church helps those in need of food, clothing or financial assistance.  Duties include dividing and packaging food, sorting clothing, interviewing and assisting clients, answering the phone, entering data on a computer and organizing and filing papers.  Anyone who is willing to work on a team and be understanding and compassionate to those in need, is welcome.  Time commitment is up to the volunteer.  The Outreach Center is open Mon –Thurs from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon, Tues 8:30 a.m.– 4 p.m. and the third weekend of the month around Mass times.  Training done on an individual basis. Adult volunteers must be VIRTUS-trained.

PRO-LIFE MINISTRY
MINISTRY LEADER: AMBER SNIPES 
As Catholic Christians, we must be advocates for life at every stage. This ministry will proved support and information for pro-life organizations in the area.

RIGHT TO LIFE
MINISTRY LEADER: JULIE GRECO
This ecumenical group coordinates support for and awareness of Right to Life issues, such as the March for Life in January and a Life Chain in October. The focus is on education. The group meets monthly on the 2nd Monday at 7 p.m. at the Burger King on Wynnton Road (near AFLAC). Adults and teens are welcome. A commitment to peaceful, prayerful education about life issues is desired.

SEWING CIRCLE 
MINISTRY LEADER: GRACIELLA BELLO
If you love to sew, embroider, cross stitch, crochet, and/or knit, this ministry is for you. The group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in the St. Joseph Room.  They make Baptismal bibs, purificators, and other altar linens as needed, baby blankets for Project Linus and other charities.  Anyone who loves to sew and enjoys good fellowship is welcome.

STRONG FOR LIFE! STRENGTH EXERCISE FOR OLDER ADULTS 
MINISTRY LEADER: LYNN NORRIS 706-315-7748
This strength/flexibility improvement program is tailored for middle-aged and older adults but can be great for others wanting to begin strength exercise. It trains and educates people to maintain or improve their strength for an active, independent life. It benefits multiple body systems, improves body composition/metabolism, and confidence. A doctor's approval form is needed and may be picked up on your first day of class.  It is offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:45-2:30 p.m.. 

TAI CHI 
MINISTRY LEADER: LYNN NORRIS 706-315-7748
This exercise program, led by a certified volunteer, can promote relaxation, help improve balance and coordination, physical and mental well-being, and can relieve stress.  Many movements can be done while sitting, so all adults are invited.  It is offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00-1:45 p.m.  No MD approval is required, but participants must sign a release. 

THYME & TALENT
MINISTRY LEADER: DONNA TOMAYKO
This group prepares and/or serves meals or refreshments for small parish functions. Volunteers can set-up and decorate for functions, prepare and serve the meal, and/or clean up after the function. Members work together in teams. The time commitment is usually a few hours a month, depending on the church‘s calendar. Cooking experience is an asset, but not necessary. Adult volunteers must be VIRTUS-trained.

MINDFUL MOVEMENT
MINISTRY LEADER: MARTHA CRANSTON 706-536-0414
“Your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit…therefore, glorify God in your body.” (1Corinthians 3:16; 19-20)
Each Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. on the stage in Visitation Hall, we practice this all-inclusive exercise program of aerobic, strength, stability, flexibility and balance.  A time of prayer begins the class and ends with relaxed meditation as we quiet ourselves and tune out the world and tune into God.  If you want to become not only physically healthy but spiritually healthy than come join us. You will need a mat, blocks, blanket and a strap.