Most Blessed Sacrament Parish Ministries

                                     

2012-2013

Focus: "Blessed Engagement"

The Pillar of Christian Formation

Christian Formation is the growth and development of the whole person by an intentional focus on one’s spiritual and interior life, inspired by the divine grace of the Gospel and the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit. It is a life-long process as a believer desires to become a disciple of Jesus and become more like him. All the ministries related to the education and formation of God’s people are included in this pillar of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish.

 

GOAL: The Parish Community will provide age appropriate education and formation for all its members so that they will have the tools to answer their baptismal call and be faithful Catholic disciples of Jesus Christ.

 

OBJECTIVES: Develop an Adult Education Program; Revise Children’s Religious Education for greater participation

 

The Pillar of Divine Worship

Divine Worship is the response of the People of God to the Father’s invitation, expressed through the Church’s official liturgy as well as through other prayers and devotions. Our worship is directed to the Father, through the Son in the unity of the Holy Spirit. All the ministries related to the prayer of the Church are included in this pillar of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish.

 

GOAL: While engaging all the members of the parish to join together in the full, active and conscious participation in the prayer of the Church, we will welcome new members and visitors inviting parishioners to use their gifts to serve in the liturgical ministries.

 

OBJECTIVES: Recruit and train Altar Servers; Coordinate Minister Schedules; utilize hymn boards and new hymnals; encourage full, active and conscious participation; welcome new members and visitors

 

The Pillar of Social Concerns

Social justice is both an attitude and a practical response based on the principle that everyone should look at another person as another self. It is also the virtue that directs all the other virtues of individuals toward the common good. All the ministries related to the social outreach directed by the social doctrine of the Church are included in this pillar of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish.

 

GOAL: While using the many avenues for communication, the parish will educate and engage its members to serve Christ by ministering to the under-served inside and outside the parish community.

 

OBJECTIVES: Highlight the work of the Saint Vincent de Paul Society for better engagement; Provide ongoing education on the Church’s social doctrine in light of societal challenges

 

The Pillar of Stewardship

Christian stewards are disciples of Jesus Christ who receive God’s gifts gratefully, cultivate them responsibly, share them lovingly in justice with others, and return them with increase to the Lord. All the ministries related to the stewardship of God’s gifts to his people are included in this pillar of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish.

 

GOAL: The Parishioners will recognize with grateful hearts the many blessings God has bestowed upon them and joyfully share their time, talent and treasure for the Glory of God and the common good. Communally the parish will be open to collaboration with other communities to serve those in need and evaluate and execute responsible fund-raising and spending priorities.

 

OBJECTIVES: Collaborate in the North Community School Process for Catholic Education; Each parish ministry to form their goals around the goals of the parish; Enhance communication by launching a new web site and use electronic mail to engage our parish families; encourage more electronic giving; study other ways to collaborate in ministry with neighboring parishes.

Christian Formation Ministries

Baptism Preparation: To prepare families to more fully understand the Sacrament of Baptism.  To welcome parents as they seek the Sacrament of Baptism for their children, to explain the ceremony and symbolism of the Sacrament, to present guidelines for choosing Godparents, and promote awareness of the essential responsibilities parents have as educators of their children in the Catholic faith.  Sessions for parents of children, ages 0-6, are held the first Monday of each month at 7:30 pm.  Contact Wendi Cannon at 419-472-2288 ext. 210 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . 

 

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: To help young children prepare for the sacraments and participate in the life of Christ with hands-on materials in a dedicated space called the Atrium.  Young children already have a relationship with God which is nurtured with the help of catechists and Jesus, the Good Shepherd.  Contact Karen Momenee at 419-472-0620.

 

Pre-School: For the young children to become more self-sufficient, confident and to have a positive, fun-loving, well rounded learning experience in a Catholic environment.  Contact Carol Sido at 419-471-0622 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Catholic Elementary School: Most Blessed Sacrament School recognizes the need for collaboration between teachers and parents as the primary educators of their children.  We commit ourselves to help each child grow in awareness of God, others and self by providing quality religious and academic experiences.  These experiences reinforce the Christian values implanted and nurtured at home.  Our mission is to educate the whole child spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially and physically.  Contact Beth Strbik at 419-472-1121 or e-mail her at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Scouts: To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.  The Boy Scouts of America will prepare every eligible youth in America to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Law.  Boy Scouts: Josh Bueter 419-708-4977 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ; Chuck Drabek at 419-475-9718 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .  Cub Scouts: Erik Olson 419-944-2866 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   Girl Scouts and Brownies: Kacie Traver, 419-343-3018  or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Youth Group:  Students in grades 7-12 are challenged to grow spiritually and socially by their participation in meetings, events, service projects, and worship.  Contact Brad Kitsler at St.Catherine’s at 419-478-9558.

 

School Advisory Council: To offer counsel to the pastor and principal on school matters, while reviewing and advising on issues concerning school policies, tuition rates, personnel, and issues of concern with the school.  Contact Dan Maloney at 419-534-2270 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , or Dan Nester at 734-847-3859 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Youth Board: To establish a program which includes Christian ideals, fairness, and competitive spirit; which gives direction to coordinators, coaches, players, and other youth leaders; and which provides communication with parents.  It also is to raise funding for sport and scouting programs, to keep player fees at a reasonable rate for all who want to participate.  Contact Kevin Devine at 419-410-5633 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Parents’ Association: To promote the immediate and ultimate objectives of Catholic education, namely the development of the physical, spiritual, intellectual, moral, and the individual and social aspects of the child.  Contact Becky Knorek at 419-474-9093 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Engaged Couples Conference: To instill in couples who attend this conference a sense of the spiritual foundation they will receive in the Sacrament of Marriage, and to provide them with a basis for success in their futures together as husband and wife.  Contact Dan and Tammi Nester at 734-847-3859 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Parish Mission: We partner with Saint Catherine of Siena, Saint Clement and Regina Coeli Parishes to present an annual Lenten mission.  Contact Kathy Bonfiglio at 419-474-1094 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Cursillo:  Cursillo is a Catholic lay movement embraced by the Diocese of Toledo to bring hearts closer to Jesus Christ in order to be of service to the whole Church.  The Cursillo is an encounter with Christ.  It promotes a spiritual revitalization.  By living a full Christian life, we bring Christ to others, including members of our family, school, workplace, etc. The Cursillo Movement is introduced over a "Three Day Weekend".  During the three day weekend, which begins Thursday evening and ends Sunday evening, a team of religious and lay personnel present a series of talks to the candidates and the entire group calls upon the Holy Spirit for enlightenment and guidance.  The team and candidates live as a small Christian community over the weekend and discuss these talks in small groups.  The discussions provide an opportunity to share insights about the presentations and hear how others received that same presentation.  The talks and discussions cover a varietyof topics. For more information, contact Billor Judy Owens at 419-475-9071 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Prison Ministry:  The Prison Ministry Team is a lay movement that endeavors to bring the name of Jesus Christ and knowledge of His Word to those in prison.  This is done by conducting retreats inside prisons for the Catholic inmates, stressing evangelization and spreading of the Word within the prison itself, as well as forgiveness, Christ's love, hope and peace.  The team trains others to go to other prisons and put on programs with the goal of the inmates themselves eventually conducting future retreats.  Contact Bill and Judy Owens at 419-474-9071 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.    

 

Religious Education: To pass along the faith and provide sacramental preparation to students in grades 1 through 8, for the future reception of the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation.  Contact the parish office for more information at 419-472-2288. 

 

Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA): To welcome all baptized and unbaptized people of all faiths who wish to inquire about the Catholic faith.  RCIA provides catechesis of the Catholic faith, spiritual guidance and sacramental resolution for the inquirers.  If after an appropriate time the catechumen or candidate desires to enter the Catholic Church, they will be received, usually at the Easter Vigil, with the appropriate sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist.  Contact Deacon Hal Welch for more information at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

That Man is You (TMIY): To catechize and develop men into Catholic Christian male leaders of their homes and at work.  Contact Erik Olson at 419-944-2866 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Vocations: Interested in serving God through the Church?  Contact Bill Noltner at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Seniors: Parishioners meet the third Wednesday, September through May, for dinner, and occasional speakers or special events throughout the year.  Contact Frank Antalek at 419-472-3029 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

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Divine Worship Ministries

Adoration: We, The Most Blessed Sacrament Parish, and all the people dedicated to the Eucharist, pray in adoration before the Blessed Sacrament in our Perpetual Adoration Chapel, open 24/7. Contact Colleen Morrissey, 475-9515 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

 Altar Servers:  To provide service opportunities for young men and women, increase their love of the Eucharist, and to encourage the vocational life.  Contact Germaine Hennessy, 472-1121.

 

Confraternity of the Holy Rosary:  The mission of the Rosary Confraternity is to praise and honor the Blessed Virgin Mary and to secure her patronage by the recitation of the Rosary for the mutual spiritual benefits of all the members throughout the world. Contact Andy Carr, 419-392-7894.

 

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:  As Eucharist Ministers of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish, we dedicate ourselves to serving communion to parishioners at mass. Contact Barb O’Donnell, 419-473-2905 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Funeral Consolation Choir:  Parishioners sit in the assembly at funeral Masses and sing - it's a beautiful ministry to comfort the bereaved with the sound of voices lifted in song. Call Evelyn Shordt, 472-4155.

 

Funeral Luncheons:  This ministry provides a meal for family and friends of the deceased following funerals at Blessed Sacrament. Contact Sherri Kelly, 419-902-1000.

 

Homebound Eucharist Ministry:  As Eucharist Ministers of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish, we dedicate ourselves to bringing Holy Communion to those who are sick and unable to leave their homes.  We will be caring and compassionate to those who may be suffering and in need of our prayers.  Contact Lori Kehres, 419-474-0609 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Hospitality:  Parish groups and organizations make coffee and serve pastries after each weekend Mass. Contact Jeanne Poole, 419-470-0246 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Lectors:  Parishioners proclaim the Word effectively at Mass through the training and resources provided by this group. Contact Glenda Maher, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Mass Coordinators:  Mass Coordinators set up bread, wine, and other items needed for Mass. Contact Ken Bracken, 419-475-2906.

 

Music Ministry: The Adult Choir and Contemporary Ensemble welcome all new singers and musicians to help the assembly participate more fully in the liturgy. Contact Bob Rae, 419-360-3140.

 

Prayer Chains:  Our parish has two prayer chains. For the phone prayer chain, contact Evelyn Shordt, 419-472-4155. For the email prayer chain, contact Debbie Marciniak at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Sacristy Cleaners: The Sacristy Cleaners of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish are dedicated to keeping the church clean so as to enhance our worship space. Contact Molly LeBlanc, 419-537-9956 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Ushers:  Ushers welcome parishioners arriving for Mass at the doors.   Help them with seating and answer questions if necessary, ask people to take gifts up and finish up with handing out bulletins.  Contact Larry Keel, 473-1057.

 

Worship Council:  Help plan meaningful worship experiences at Mass and other celebrations, such as Reconciliation Services. Contact Judy Owens, 419-475-9071 or williamdowesbcglobal.net.

 

 

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Social Concerns Ministries

Bereavement Ministry: A multi parish ministry that provides understanding and support in a safe environment for those who have lost a significant person in their lives.  If you are in interested in this ministry or in need of bereavement support please contact: Patrick Hendricks at 419-474-4356 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Happy Hatters:  A ministry that demonstrates the love of Christ in providing hats, mittens, and gloves to children in central city Catholic schools. The Happy Hatters welcome more knitters and crocheters please contact Lois Doran 419-474-9636.

 

Christmas in July: Working with area charities such as Aurora House, Helping Hands of Saint Louis, Central City Ministry Schools etc., this ministry invites parishioners to help God’s people in need by donating items listed as decorations on “giving trees” located in the Narthex during the month of July.  If you would like to donate please look for the “giving tree” in  Narthex in July or contact Janet Secrest, 419-474-5604 or Pam Simrell 419-297-1099

 

Pumpkin Pie Project: In the spirit of gratitude parishioners bake Thanksgiving pies for St Paul’s Community Center where 350 people share the annual holiday meal. If you would like to contribute pies Thanksgiving week please Call Becky or Vicki Fitts 419-578-1655 or Kyle Gerhart 419-247-4823 or 419-292-1026 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Respect Life: This ministry promotes the Catholic position of a consistent ethic of life and serves families in the ongoing task of protecting and enhancing human life through education, pastoral care, and advocacy.  Your involvement is welcome please contact Joyce Meyer, 419-474-8023 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Quilters: The quilters of the Most Blessed Sacrament Parish are dedicated to creating lap quilts for those in need as a sign of our parish’s care and concern.  If you love to quilt or need more information contact: Molly LeBlanc 419-537-9956 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Saint Louis Soup Kitchen:  Members of the Most Blessed Sacrament parish volunteer once a month to help prepare meals for those in need of nourishment. Additional hands to help God’s children are needed.  Contact Tom Ulrich 419-472-7650 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Saint Vincent de Paul Society:  A ministry that attends to the needs of parishioners and others in the area by providing funds for utility bills, food, household items and financial emergencies. 

Additionally, this ministry visits parishioners in the hospital and nursing homes. If you would like to be involved additional help is needed.  Please contact John Roesner, 419-476-3963 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Health Cabinet: Educational help to improve the health of the parish.   Contact Maggie Herring @ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

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Stewardship Ministries

Festival Committee:  Members of committee plan annual festival for families and kids of all ages including entertainment, food and beverages, games, rides and other festival activities requiring over 250 volunteers to put on the festival.    Contact Mark and Diana VanWinkle, 419-475-2929 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Finance Council:     Members of the council serve in Christian service in an advisory and consultative role with the Pastor and operations manager and assist the Pastor with development and management of the Parish's financial resources in order to allow the parish to effectively pursue its mission of spreading Christ's Gospel and love.  Contact Mark Meyer, 419-475-0770 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Fish Fry:     Members of the ministry promote Most Blessed Sacrament Parish with wonderful Lenten Friday fish dinners along with fellowship and friendship!  Contact Carla Majewski, 419-472-0041 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and Laurie McHugh, 419-471-0107 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Garden Group:   Members of group landscape beautify the parish grounds by coordinating, organizing, digging and planting throughout the season, families and individuals welcome to adopt an area to design. Contact Karen Jacobs, 419-356-0985 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Jim Sielicki, 419-472-1160 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Holy Name: Members of the men’s ministry meet monthly in prayer and fellowship and plan events to raise scholarship money for deserving students and in addition, assist with physical and financial tasks around the church and school.  Contact Tom Wiciak, 419-476-1248 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .      

 

Parish Center Hospitality Ministers:   Members of the ministry staff the front desk weekdays greeting guests, answering phones, and routing visitors.   Contact Wendi Cannon, 419-472-2288 ext 210 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Pastoral Council: Members dedicate themselves to pastoral planning and advancing our parish mission in a prayerful and reflective manner, working in concert with other parish groups to determine and implement pastoral objectives.  Contact Mike Gory, 419-841-0578 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Website:  Members design and update the parish website with information, news, and pictures of parish events, ministries and special messages from Monsignor Billian.  Contact Kacie Traver This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

 

Welcoming Committee:  Members pledge themselves to making others feel at home in the parish community by welcoming and engaging new parishioners, reaching out to existing parishioners, inviting all to participate in the parish family by sharing their faith and talents.  Contact (NEW CHAIR to be determined).

 

Youth Board:  Members of the board oversee youth programs of the parish including raising and distributing funds for scholarships, sports and other parish youth programs; supervising and appointing coordinators of various youth activities; preparing rules and regulations for the youth programs.   Contact Kevin Devine 419-474-2660 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

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