Parish community Life
Purpose
This Ministry is a parishioner led group whose mission is to support fellowship and community building for the many diverse members of our parish through intergenerational social activities, fellowship and support ministries, and parish celebrations through the following committee and ministries:
Welcome Ministry
Welcomes new members and introduces them to the many parish activities. Sends out greeting cards to new members registered with the parish. Sponsors various events to bring together new members and parishioners representing all parish ministries.
Social Committee
Support various activities to promote fellowship and enhance the social environment of the parish throughout the year. Coordinates and assists with refreshments whether a simple coffee or a meal for a variety of parish functions to include receptions, meetings, local sponsored events, and retreats as requested. Plans and coordinates special parish events to include breakfasts, luncheons, picnics, dinners, fun nights, and festivals offering food, fellowship, and fun for the whole family.
Bereavement Team. Upon request to the parish office from relatives or other parishioners, this team works with parish families in time of need providing assistance with the reception/food after a funeral Mass. They also send out cards or other information to parish family members to include information about bereavement support group opportunities
Membership
Parish Community Life is open to all parishioners, no experience is necessary, and families are encouraged to participate. It is possible to be a member of the ministry committee or to just help with one or more of the events.
Meeting Schedule
There is no set meeting schedule, formal meetings are infrequent, and activities are spread throughout the year. Small committees or teams are formed and meet as necessary for each event or ministry need. Volunteers of all ages are welcome.
Events
The Social Committee and Welcome Ministry sponsored events can be found on the Parish Calendar.
This Ministry is a parishioner led group whose mission is to support fellowship and community building for the many diverse members of our parish through intergenerational social activities, fellowship and support ministries, and parish celebrations through the following committee and ministries:
Welcome Ministry
Welcomes new members and introduces them to the many parish activities. Sends out greeting cards to new members registered with the parish. Sponsors various events to bring together new members and parishioners representing all parish ministries.
Social Committee
Support various activities to promote fellowship and enhance the social environment of the parish throughout the year. Coordinates and assists with refreshments whether a simple coffee or a meal for a variety of parish functions to include receptions, meetings, local sponsored events, and retreats as requested. Plans and coordinates special parish events to include breakfasts, luncheons, picnics, dinners, fun nights, and festivals offering food, fellowship, and fun for the whole family.
Bereavement Team. Upon request to the parish office from relatives or other parishioners, this team works with parish families in time of need providing assistance with the reception/food after a funeral Mass. They also send out cards or other information to parish family members to include information about bereavement support group opportunities
Membership
Parish Community Life is open to all parishioners, no experience is necessary, and families are encouraged to participate. It is possible to be a member of the ministry committee or to just help with one or more of the events.
Meeting Schedule
There is no set meeting schedule, formal meetings are infrequent, and activities are spread throughout the year. Small committees or teams are formed and meet as necessary for each event or ministry need. Volunteers of all ages are welcome.
Events
The Social Committee and Welcome Ministry sponsored events can be found on the Parish Calendar.
