AREAS OF PARISH LIFE
The Parish Life Ministry Grouping consists of various ministries including A) Parish Service groups, B) Social and Fund-raising groups, and C) Support groups.
A) PARISH SERVICE GROUPS
Ever So Young Seniors
The Seniors 'Club's purpose is to provide the opportunity for a friendly atmosphere of companionship by sponsoring cultural, religious, educational, recreational and fun activities for our parish seniors. Once a month, they read to the first, second and third grade children. They also host an annual Christmas party for the first and second grade children. They have about 100 members.
Funeral Luncheons
This group provides the opportunity for a Funeral Luncheon to be hosted in the parish for members of the parish who have lost a loved one through death. Needed are people who will serve the luncheon, prepare salads and desserts and coordinate.
Knights of Columbus
The K of C is a Catholic men's organization devoted to charitable works and fraternal activities. There are over 10,000 councils worldwide, 70,000+ members in Illinois alone. The K of C are represented in this parish by Council #11091.
Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus
This organization is a women's auxiliary of the Knights which also provides charitable and social activities. Women of all ages may belong and do not have to have someone affiliated with the Knights of Columbus.
Parish Nurse Ministry
This ministry is composed of nurses who assist the parishioners in the integration of health through education, screenings, and visitation.
Reception Committee
About 10 times a year we need to serve refreshments after Mass or at such events as the Parish Mission, etc. The Reception Committee ministry would set up and serve at those events.
B) SOCIAL AND FUND-RAISING GROUPS
Dinner Dance Committee
The Dinner Dance was started about twenty years ago as a fund-raiser and a time to socialize with friends. The event is held in the Winter. They need people who can organize this fun fund-raiser.
Parish Picnic Committee
The Annual Parish Picnic is fun for all the family. It involves organizing the adult and children's games and planning the details.
C) PARISH SUPPORT GROUPS
Bereavement Ministry
Members of our faith community who have suffered the loss of a loved one are invited to evaluate their grief and learn how to take steps toward closure and peace.
Rainbows
Rainbows is a support group for children ages 6 - 12 who are grieving the loss of a loved one as a result of a death or divorce in their family. Rainbow facilitators lead groups of approximately five children for two six week sessions a year. Adults may enroll a child in this program or volunteer to help.
Spectrum
Spectrum is a support group for high school youth who are grieving the loss of a loved one as a result of a death or divorce in their family. Spectrum facilitators lead groups of approximately five teens for two six week sessions a year. Adults may enroll a teen in this program or volunteer to help.
Ministry to Alcoholics
We have contacts and support for those who have an addiction to alcohol or other substances to deal with the difficulties of this disease. We also have resources and support for spouses and families to deal with the problems that come with someone who is dependent upon alcohol or other drugs.
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