Ministry Handbook - St. Aloysius Church

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St. Aloysius Parish Guide Book & Directory
WITNESS THE MYSTERY OF GOD’S MERCY THROUGH STEWARDSHIP TO OTHERS
August 14, 2015
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Mercy is the foundation of the Church’s life. The Church “has an endless desire to show mercy”. At times, it is as though, we
may have forgotten how to show and live the way of mercy. Through our Stewardship, we are practicing the basis of mercy.
This is our joyful call.
Pope Francis has proclaimed December 8, 2015-November 20, 2016 as the Year of Mercy because “it is the favorable time to
heal wounds, a time not to be weary of meeting all those who are waiting to see and touch with their hands the signs of the
closeness of God, a time to offer everyone the way of forgiveness and reconciliation.” He said that “nothing in the Church’s
preaching or witness can be lacking in mercy. And he urged all Catholics to spend more time practicing what traditionally
have been called the corporal and spiritual works of mercy. The corporal works of mercy are: feeding the hungry, sheltering
the homeless, clothing the naked, visiting the sick, visiting the imprisoned, giving drink to the thirsty and burying the dead.
The spiritual works are: converting sinners, instructing the ignorant, advising the doubtful, comforting the sorrowful, bearing
wrongs patiently, forgiving injuries and praying for the living and the dead.
In this Jubilee year we are called to live our daily lives with the mercy that the Father constantly extends to us. The Church
challenges us to Witness the Mystery of God’s Mercy through our Stewardship to Others. This message is clear as we show signs of
pardon, strength, aid, and love to our community. May we never tire and be ever patient in offering compassion and comfort to
those in need. “Be mindful of your mercy, O Lord, and your steadfast love, for they have been from of old” (Ps 25:6).
Enclosed in this handbook is one Stewardship of Ministry sign up form. Please sign up online on our website www.aloysius.
org or cut out the sign up form and put it in the collection at Mass. Your ministry interests will be sent to the applicable
committee chair. Each family member age 10 and over is encouraged to complete a form, preferably online. Extra forms are
available in church or you may copy this form and mail it in to the Parish Office.
Many possibilities are listed for ”Witnessing the Mystery of God’s Mercy” through time and talent. In order to help determine
where you might focus your commitment to minister, a special presentation celebrating ministry will be given during all
Masses held on Ministry Promotion Weekend, August 22/23, 2015. Please attend Mass and the Ministry Fair held after 9 a.m.
and 11 a.m. Sunday Masses and learn about the many ways you and your family can serve the Lord. You will also receive
a copy of Aloysius Alive in the mail featuring articles from parishioners describing how they have witnessed God’s mercy
through participating in ministry. Please take a moment to reflect and listen to our Lord’s call to serve and share and then log
on or complete the enclosed card.
We encourage you to Witness the Mystery of God’s Mercy by giving of your time and talents.
Yours in Christ,
Stewardship of Ministry Committee
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Our Vision Statement
St. Aloysius Parish is a vibrant community of peace, love and unity as the living body of Christ.
Our Mission Statement
St. Aloysius Parish embraces and nurtures all, inspiring each to act justly,
love tenderly and walk humbly in the love of God.
Cover art design by Scott Hodgin of Tilt, LLC
Description of St. Aloysius Catholic Church Ministry Banners
Administration Banner: Fish on an aqua background
The apostles made their living as fisherman.
In this way they provided for the needs of their community.
So too do the stewards of Administration provide for the St. Aloysius community through facilities, resources and
communication.
Community Life Banner: Three interconnecting circles on an orange background
The circle is a symbol of eternity and never-ending existence.
The three circles are a monogram for the Trinity.
It is the monogram of God.
Christians believe that God is a community of three persons.
Inspired by God, the parish strives also to grow in this communal relationship.
Education Banner: A tree on a green background
Vine and branches symbolize new growth.
The Education Commission deals mainly with the Christian formation — the faith development of children and young people.
Faith seeks understanding and understanding strengthens faith.
Social Responsibility Banner: The pitcher of water and basin on a blue background
The pitcher and basin recall the washing of the feet before the Last Supper in the gospel of John, a gesture of self-giving,
humble service.
The water relates to the washing, but it also reminds us of the waters of baptism.
Through our baptism we become Disciples of Christ, commissioned to serve God and God’s people as we reach out in
direct service and advocacy.
Spiritual Growth Banner: The star and compass on a purple background
The star and compass are navigation tools.
The star of Bethlehem guided the Magi on the journey to find Christ.
Like stars and a compass the Spiritual Growth commission guides people who journey in their search for the Lord.
Worship Banner: Fire on a red background
The Holy Spirit inspired the disciples to go forth and proclaim the gospel.
We strive to recapture the spirit of the early church through full conscious and active participation in the liturgy of the church.
May the worship life of St. Aloysius be passionate and spirit filled to encourage us to go forth and live Christ like lives.
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Communications Committee
A ministry providing technical and creative assistance to
the parish in areas such as the website, graphics, email,
bulletin, and other publications and brochures.
Administration Commission
The primary purpose of the Administration Commission is
to assume responsibility for the functional, material and
operational needs of the parish.
Pastoral Council Co-Chairs:
Chris Valluzzo 928-8376 [email protected]
Holly DeKeyzer 928-4228 [email protected]
Administration Commission Co-Chairs:
Kelly Lopez 936-4002 [email protected]
Michael Acaldo 769-2801 [email protected]
Aloysius Alive Staff
A ministry that produces the parish newspaper on a
periodic basis from August to May. Photographers provide a
pictorial record of parish activities and special events.
Responsibilities Include:
Writing, photography, layout, and proofing; journalism
experience preferred. Photographers take pictures with
their own camera; pictures are submitted on CD or
through email.
Time Commitment/Meetings:
Two to four hours per issue depending on task.
Photographer’s time varies according to their availability.
Aloysius Alive
Contact: Ken Duhe 252-1653 [email protected];
[email protected]
Photographers New Chair Needed! Please call or email if
interested.
Contact: Cathy Dardenne 343-6657, ext. 3029
[email protected]
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Service based on area of interest and expertise.
Time will be based on particular projects assigned.
New Chairs Needed! Call or email if interested.
Contact: Cathy Dardenne 343-6657 ext. 3029
[email protected]
Facilities & Maintenance
A ministry that provides assistance in managing the
physical plant and property needs of the parish. This
ministry includes Handy Helpers, the ministry that
organizes spring and fall clean-up days.
Planning and consultation with committee, architect and
contractors concerning both periodic maintenance issues,
as well as building and capital projects. Members may be
asked to assist the Facilities Manager with trouble shooting
and solutions. Handy Helpers members may help with
landscaping projects and campus beautification.
Facilities Committee meets quarterly to discuss areas of
need; time commitment varies according to volunteer’s
availability. Handy Helpers projects usually are scheduled
as 3 to 4 hour sessions once or twice a year.
Contact: John Meek 329-4571 [email protected]
Bill Quirk 343-6657, ext. 3039 [email protected]
Handy Helpers: Bill Quirk 343-6657, ext. 3039
[email protected]
Finance Council
A ministry that prepares and monitors parish budgets,
financial planning, the annual Stewardship of Offering
program, Parish Endowment, and capital campaigns. This
ministry includes St. Matthew’s Guild, the ministry that
prepares Sunday collections for deposit, as well as the Bank
at the Parish Fair.
Assisting in the preparation of the parish budget,
overseeing finances of the Church, the School, the Child
Care Center and the Fair, and collaborating with the
Stewardship of Offering committee.
The members of the Finance Council are appointed by
the Pastor and meet monthly. St. Matthew’s Guild consists
of five teams that serve once every five weeks. Holidays
are rotated between the teams. The Bank serves during
the Parish Fair weekend. See Stewardship of Offering
Committee for additional information.
Contact: Dan Gardiner 408-4465 [email protected]
(Fin. Council)
Contact: Patrick Valluzzo (Fair Treasurer) 924-5429
[email protected]
Contact: Kim LaFleur 343-6657, ext. 3022
[email protected] (St. Matthew’s Guild)
Executive Committee (Ad Hoc Committee)
The Executive Committee is appointed by the pastor.
Work with pastor to review building plans, getting input
from facilities committee and other committees, as
applicable. Advisory committee to the pastor.
Contact: Toni Kirby 927-4491 [email protected]
Office Mailings
A ministry that assists with parish wide mailings.
Preparation of printed material for mailing including
folding, stuffing envelopes, labeling, etc.
A team of ten to fifteen people meet during office hours
(usually mornings) at various times from August to May
for about two hours each mailing.
Contact: Aline Landry 343-6657, ext. 3020
[email protected]
Office Volunteers
A ministry providing special clerical assistance to the parish
office and/or one of the six commissions. Especially needed
are volunteers willing to offer a half day per week at a
mutually convenient time.
Printing, mailing, collating special booklets, typing, filing, etc.
Varies according to volunteer’s availability.
Contact: Angela Falgoust 343-6657, ext. 3031
[email protected]
Information Technology Committee (IT)
(Ad Hoc Committee)
The IT Infrastructure Committee is a ministry of the parish
that supports and advises the pastor, pastoral council, and
parish staff regarding the IT needs in the parish in order to
improve the efficiency of communication with parishioners.
Evaluation of the Aloysius Church Administration IT
Infrastructure consisting of the following: computer
hardware and software; network hardware and software; IT
contracts, license agreements, etc.; email system, including
length and standardization of email addresses; data (and
network) security and integrity; broadband internet access,
and Wi-Fi systems; data storage and access, digital servers,
cloud/offsite storage, local PCs, paper files, etc.; logical file
and folder names and hierarchical networked structure;
website: interface, logic/structure, technology, access, etc.;
telecommunications; closed circuit camera infrastructure;
copiers, printers, scanners, etc.…toward paperless.
Parish Fair
A ministry responsible for organizing the parish’s annual
fall fair, including the auction and the golf tournament.
Planning the fair’s date, theme & logo, negotiating
and booking the fair’s entertainment lineup and rides,
securing sponsors, planning the fair’s physical layout,
communicating with the Admin Office, Parish and
School on fair updates and deadlines, monitoring online
registration of fair sales, recruiting Chairs & Co-Chairs
for all fair areas, organizing fair volunteers, procuring all
food, beverage, supplies and signage, coordinating fair
set up and take down logistics and supporting all efforts
of the auction and golf tournament.
Time Commitment/Meetings: flexible
2015 Fair Chairs: Patrick Downs 205-1117
[email protected], Jesse Downs 405-1852
[email protected]
2015 Co-Chairs:
Kate Brady Prejean 405-5363 [email protected]
This task will require a current inventory of the
Administration hardware software, etc. An IT survey
form could be developed to assist with the collection of
inventory information at the staff level. Once a current
inventory is developed and evaluated for functionality, a
needs assessment would be developed.
This needs assessment should establish minimum operating
standards and be part of an IT master plan to reflect current
and future IT infrastructure needs and investment. This
information will be used to plug into the parish’s overall
master plan as a second phase to meet parish communication
needs. This phase will continue in 2015-2016.
IT current needs and future needs will continue to be
monitored by the committee as necessary. Other meetings
and implementation will take place as directed by the pastor.
Contacts: Chair: Shawn Usher 216-1500
[email protected]
2015-16 Golf Tournament Co-Chairs:
Randy Cangelosi 389-3723 [email protected]
Bryan Lindsay 802-4475 [email protected]
2015 Silent & Live Auction Co-Chairs:
Chair: Jaci Juneau 223-3099 [email protected]
Co-Chair: Kate Sandahl 938-4451 [email protected]
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Total Stewardship Committee
A ministry that plans and coordinates the timing,
vision, and programs of the three phases of stewardship.
The Committee members are the co-chairs of the three
stewardship committees.
Community Life Commission
Stewardship of Ministry
A ministry that prepares and presents Stewardship of
Ministry weekend which provides parishioners with the
opportunity to use their God given gifts and talents to serve
one another and to build the kingdom.
Producing an edition of Aloysius Alive, disseminating
updated ministry information including commitment
cards and thank you notes and forwarding volunteer’s
commitment information to the various committees.
Assists in Ministry Fair.
Meets 4 to 5 times between April and August.
Contact: Erin Pontif Chair 766-8900
[email protected]; [email protected]
Suzy Smith Co-chair 768-7721 [email protected]
The purpose of the Community Life Commission is to create and
foster a spirit of community, to reinforce and strengthen family
bonds, and to identify needs so as to better meet the community
life needs of the members of St. Aloysius Parish.
Scott Ritter 927-1934 [email protected]
Phillip Romano (504) 432-8474 [email protected]
Commission Co-Chairs:
David Kerth 383-3476 [email protected]
Tracy Evans 615-6866 [email protected]
Coffee & Donuts
A ministry that hosts the weekly coffee and donut reception
after 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass.
Stewardship of Offering
A ministry that prepares and presents Stewardship of Offering
weekend which allows parishioners to offer in thanksgiving to
God our financial gifts, in recognition that all we have comes
from God and is to be used for the common good of all.
Producing an issue of Aloysius Alive, preparing a letter
campaign, a presentation to the congregation, and follow-up
as well as providing assistance to the Finance Council.
Meets 4 to 5 times between October and February.
Contact: Stephen Mathews Chair 769-6418
[email protected]
Michael Acaldo co-chair 769-2801 [email protected]
Stewardship of Prayer
A ministry that prepares and presents Stewardship of
Prayer weekend which allows parishioners to make a
commitment to grow closer to God through personal prayer,
community worship and spiritual formation.
Producing articles for Aloysius Alive and the Bulletin;
preparing a presentation to the congregation; providing
assistance to the parish office in this area.
Time Commitment/Meetings: As needed to prepare
for the weekend.
Contact: Jay Montalbano Co-chair 769-7632
[email protected]
Angela Montalbano Chair 769-7632
[email protected]
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Picking up donuts and apple juice, setting up, making
coffee and cleaning up.
Volunteers are usually scheduled 3 to 4 times a year.
Contact: New Chair Needed! Call or email if interested
Claire Grandy 343-6657 ext. 3021 cgrandy@
staloysiusparish.com
Christmas Crafts Group
A ministry that plans and coordinates an annual Advent
craft event for children.
Preparing craft supplies for individual ease of use as well as
demonstrating craft on day of event to children, if desired.
One initial meeting; time commitment varies according
to volunteer’s availability.
Contact: Meme Tassin, Chair 769-5106
[email protected]
Crystal Harmon Co-chair 223-6736 [email protected]
Family Life
A ministry that promotes “Family” with celebrations for all
ages, including St. Aloysius Feast Day celebration and Holy
Smoke bbque competition.
The Family Life Committee volunteers will organize
events, set up and decorate, serve food and clean-up.
Initial organizational meeting per event to coordinate
responsibilities.
Contact: Claire Grandy 343-6657, ext. 3021
[email protected]
Mardi Gras Viewing Party
Organization/planning of this event, set up and decorate,
serve food and clean-up.
Initial organizational meeting per event to coordinate
responsibilities.
Contact: volunteer needed: contact Claire Grandy
[email protected]
Hosting Committee
A ministry that provides resources and support for parish
receptions.
Assisting and planning events, recruiting volunteers to
organize, prepare food, set up, serve, and clean up for
First Eucharist and Confirmation receptions, and other
receptions in the parish.
Varies; as necessary.
Contact: Chair: Allison Hoffpauir 302-7694
[email protected]
Senior Ministry
A ministry that provides resources and opportunities
for our senior parish members to be active and grow in
Christian fellowship.
Assisting in the planning of events and participating
in planned events. Senior Ministry activities include:
information presentations, luncheons, trips, retreat, Bible
studies and Five-O-Exercise.
Time varies according to event.
Contact: Claire Grandy 343-6657 ext. 3021
[email protected]
Contact: Five-O-Exercise Donna Gerstner 766-3591
Knights of Columbus
A ministry composed of Catholic men who work together to
support their Church, their community and each other.
Promoting and coordinating social, athletic and fundraising functions.
Varies according to volunteer’s availability with meetings
on the second Thursday of each month.
Contact: Josh Zelden, Grand Knight 202-3554 jzelden@
roedelparsons.com
Mardi Gras Float
A ministry that promotes fellowship among parishioners
during Mardi Gras season.
Float
Participation in creating and preparing the float to ride in the
Southdowns Parade.
Adults must ride with children. $100.00 riding fee, including
a $25.00 non-refundable deposit per person.
Mandatory Krewe meeting in order to ride, in addition to
volunteer hours preparing float and costumes.
Contact: Nathan and Elizabeth Fourrier 806-8103
[email protected]
Men’s Club
A ministry that provides food and fellowship with guest
speakers for male parishioners at scheduled meetings
throughout the year and provides volunteer services to the
parish and its ministries.
Organization and implementation of a men’s parish
retreat, scheduled meetings throughout the year, and an
annual crawfish boil, in addition to supporting parish
events, including the Parish Golf Tournament, as the
need arises.
Requested annual dues are $20.00 which covers dinner
at regularly scheduled meetings.
Contact: Ernie Spreen
[email protected]
Scouting
A ministry that supports Boy Scout, Cub Scout, and Girl
Scout troops within our parish.
Coordinating and participating in scout activities. Adult
volunteers are also needed as Merit Badge Counselors.
To be determined at a later date.
Contact: Greg Grandy (Boy Scouts) 278-7068
Patience Appleton 768-1404
[email protected]
Erick Comeaux (Cub Scouts) 769-6543
[email protected]
Singles Social Group
A ministry that provides resources and opportunities for our
parish’s single adults to grow in Christian companionship.
Working with Catholic Diocese and our members to
promote social functions for parish singles.
Time Commitment/Meetings: Monthly
Contact: [email protected]
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Welcoming Committee
A ministry that welcomes newcomers to St. Aloysius Parish.
Coordinating and hosting two luncheons per year.
Contact: Anne Roberts Co-chair 343-4424
[email protected]
Sydney Hebert 717-1718 [email protected]
Co-Chair Leslie Edwards (504) 296-1985
[email protected] Co-chair
Ministries of Religious Education
Confirmation Small Group Facilitators
A ministry that coordinates sacramental preparation for
the celebration of Confirmation.
• Journeying with high school juniors on their walk
through our confirmation program
• Partnering with a second adult to lead a small group
of six to eight teens
• Opening your home to that small group for four
home sessions
• Being a welcoming, encouraging resource to those teens
• Attending an daylong retreat where small groups
truly have the opportunity to bond
Time Commitment:
• Four home sessions on Sunday afternoons or evenings,
depending on your availability (Sept & Oct)
• A one-day confirmation retreat in mid-September
• A confirmation orientation (August) and closing
service (November)
• Two training sessions, one for the home sessions and
one for the retreat
Contact:
MacDougall Womack 343-6657, ext. 3027
[email protected]
Becky Wannamaker 921-2506
Ambassadors Committee
A ministry that guides new parishioners throughout their
first year of membership.
Providing an open line of communication for new
parishioner families and encouraging involvement in
ministries and community events.
Time Commitment/Meetings: Varies
Contact: New Chair needed: contact Claire Grandy
[email protected]
Education Commission
The Education Commission is responsible for those ministries
that form us in the knowledge and practice of our faith so that
we may become more fully that community of faith envisioned
in our parish mission statement.
Youth Ministry
A ministry that promotes spiritual growth and guidance for
the parish youth.
Ann Michael Lagarde 218-3109
[email protected]
Aimee Dawes 603-4315 [email protected]
High School Youth Group Member
Teens in high school are invited to join the high school
youth group and have fun at Life Nights, summer trips,
softball, and retreats!
Scott Poche 202-5752 [email protected]
Allison Pham 573-0635
[email protected]
High School youth group meets in the Parish Hall on
Sunday evenings following 5:30 p.m. Mass. Meetings are
called “Life Nights,” and everyone is welcome. There are
no sign-up forms to complete! Some activities include:
• Retreats
• Icebreaker games
• Small groups
• Speakers
• Praise & worship music
• Adoration
• Confession
• Softball
• Game nights
• Trips to San Antonio, Disney World, and Vacherie
(mission trip)
Meetings include dinner and end at 8:30 p.m. All are
welcome!
High School Youth Leadership Team
Teens in high school offer leadership and creativity to the
high school and junior high youth ministry programs
during meetings, retreats, trips, and other special activities.
Teens are invited to apply for Youth Leadership Team
each spring. This team helps to lead the youth group and
commits to striving toward extraordinary holy lives and
supporting each other.
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Training is essential to the leadership team; a two-day
training is held at St. Aloysius in early June, and a
weekend training is held at False River in August.
High School Youth Ministry
A ministry for parents and young adults which focuses
on high school teens and gives them opportunities to feel
welcome and a part of our parish. The major focus is
Sunday evening meetings, called “Life Nights.”
Adults are invited to join the Adult Core Team, which
ministers to teens in the following areas:
• Food committee - coordinates meals for youth group
meetings on Sunday evenings
• Environment committee - plans and sets up
ambiance for youth group meetings
• Planning teams - plans and organizes youth group
meetings (Life Nights)
• Softball and summer fun - runs the summer softball
team and hosts casual game nights
• Service committee - brainstorms and organizes
service projects
• Variety show committee - annual variety show
fundraiser hosted the Sunday before MLK Day
• Fall Retreat - annual retreat over Labor Day weekend
• San Antonio trip - annual trip for graduating 8th
graders over Memorial Day weekend
• Vacherie mission trip - annual week-long mission trip
to Vacherie, Louisiana in July
• Disney trip - trip to Disney World every other year
over the Mardi Gras holidays
Adults are also needed to transport teens, take photos,
and publicize events.
Junior High Youth Ministry
A ministry for parents and young adults specifically
focusing on ministering to 7th and 8th grade students.
• Coordinate food for Jr. High meetings on Sunday
mornings (once a month)
• Host and/or help chaperone the annual Food Drive
Scavenger Hunt (October)
• Help chaperone the annual trip to New Orleans for
an NBA game
• Help chaperone and/or coordinate the Jr. High
evening Lock-in (February)
• Help coordinate the Living Stations of the Cross
(during Lent)
Time Commitment:
• Eight junior high youth group meetings per year
(responsibilities rotate).
• Commitments can be based on your availability
and/or interest!
Contact:
[email protected]
Alicia Perilloux, parent coordinator 235-9946
Young Adult Ministry
Young adults aid in ministering to high school and junior high
teens while building community. Also helps to coordinate with
various young adult events run by the Diocese.
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The Adult Core Team has an annual training/planning
event as well as ongoing training throughout each
semester.
Time Commitment:
• Adult volunteers meet with our youth leadership
team on the first Tuesday of every month.
• Life Nights are hosted on Sunday evenings
approximately twice a month.
• Commitments can be based on your availability
and/or interest!
Contact: MacDougall Womack 343-6657, ext. 3027
[email protected]
Junior High Youth Group Member
Teens in seventh and eighth grades are invited to join the
junior high youth group and enjoy fellowship with their
friends through a variety of activities!
Teens need not be enrolled at St. Aloysius School to join!
Junior High meetings are held in the gym on Sunday
mornings from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. once a month.
Some of the activities include:
• Inflatables
• Food drive scavenger hunt
• A night in New Orleans attending an NBA game
• A lock-in featuring games and a dance party
• Various service projects
• An end of the year party
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Young adults are invited to join the Adult Core
Team, which is a group of young adults committed
to building up youth of St. Aloysius Parish through
leadership, mentorship, catechesis, service, faith
formation, and fellowship. ACT members plan and
facilitate High School Youth Group Meetings, as
well as coordinate and chaperone special events
throughout the semester.
See High School Youth Ministry and Junior High
Youth Ministry for more information!
The Adult Core Team has an annual training/planning
event as well as ongoing training throughout each semester.
[email protected]
Parish School of Religion
A ministry that teaches the faith, tradition, and values to
children attending non-parochial schools. Elementary PSR
is provided for first through sixth grade students while
secondary PSR is geared toward seventh through twelfth
graders. This ministry includes:
Program Directors
Opening classrooms, greeting students, monitoring sign
in/out process and returning attendance sheets to Parish
Office.
Elementary PSR: 8:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m. on approximately
12-14 Sundays from September to February.
Contact: Tricia Greely 343-6657, ext. 3026
[email protected] or
Christie Collins 769-3909 [email protected]
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Secondary PSR: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. on approximately 1214 Sundays, from September to April.
[email protected]
Jr. High PSR Coordinators:
Contact: Tania Gudiel 268-3275
High School PSR Coordinators:
[email protected]
Catechists
Working as part of a team to provide religious
instruction. Elementary and Jr. High School teams work
from an established curriculum. High School team
curriculum based upon existing materials.
Elementary PSR: 8:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Sundays, Fall &
Spring.
[email protected]
Secondary PSR: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. on approximately 1214 Sundays from September to April.
[email protected]
Sunday School
A ministry that provides formal religious education for
children four and five years of age during the 9:00 a.m.
and 11:00 a.m. Masses.
Preparing and implementing lessons with the children.
Ninety minutes on Sunday mornings during the regular
school year, excluding holidays.
Contact: Tricia Greely 343-6657, ext. 3026 (9:00 a.m.
& 11:00 a.m. Mass) [email protected]
Music Makers Ministry
A ministry that coordinates weekly gatherings to encourage
music and fellowship among mothers and their children.
Playing with your own child and interacting with other
families.
Group meets on Mondays at 10:00 a.m. in the K.C. House
[email protected]
Pray and Play Group
A ministry that coordinates monthly gatherings to
encourage fellowship among mothers and their children.
Organizing and/or hosting one monthly event per year.
Monthly Contact: Kristen Overall 985-518-2462
[email protected]
Erin Rice 352-316-1063 [email protected]
Infant Baptism Preparation
A ministry that assists parents seeking Baptism for their
children.
Conducting baptismal seminars and assisting with rites
preceding Baptism as well as the Baptismal Celebration.
Two or three times a year.
Contact: Bryan and Susan Andries 772-2156
[email protected]
Speaker Series Ministry
The purpose of this ministry is to invite speakers to St. Aloysius
Parish to enhance the spiritual life of the family. Speakers will
offer practical faith-centered ways to help children and their
parents grow in their Catholic faith and to make effective faith
based decisions in today’s modern world.
Vacation Bible School
A ministry that organizes a one-week summer program for
children ages four years to sixth grade.
Teaching or assisting with crafts, story time, games and
refreshments.
[email protected]
• Research/secure speakers
• Coordinate speaker dates
• Event promotion
• Invite volunteers to help with childcare (must be
Child Protection certified) during the event
• 3 to 4 events a year.
[email protected]
Ministries of
St. Aloysius School
Home and School
A ministry that provides parent and/or grandparent-staffed
volunteer services to St. Aloysius School. More information
can be found in the SAS Student Directory.
Contact: Regina Leonard 819-2789 regina.leonard@
advantous.com
Wren Eagleton 343-3790 [email protected]
Mimi Plauche 769-8172 [email protected]
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SAS Come, Lord Jesus
A ministry that works with a small group of eighth grade
students on personal prayer and spirituality.
Contact: Jenny Morales 383-0550
[email protected]
SAS Coordinating Committee
A ministry that provides assistance to the school principal
in the overall operations of St. Aloysius School. Members
are appointed.
Contact: Erin Candilora, Principal 383-3871
[email protected]
School/Faculty Staff
A ministry that provides educational, spiritual and religious
formation for children pre-school through eighth grade.
Contact: Erin Candilora, Principal 383-3871
[email protected]
SOS Service Club
A ministry that promotes the spirit of service by offering
a variety of volunteer opportunities to students in seventh
and eighth grade.
Contact:
Erin Candilora 383-3871 [email protected]
Athletics
A ministry of St. Aloysius School that assists the
Athletic Director through multiple volunteer activities.
Opportunities include: coaching, field preparation,
concessions, gate collection and site management.
Contact: Jerry Guillot 342-0614
[email protected]
School office 383-3871
Social Responsibility
Commission
The primary purposes of the Social Responsibility Commission
are to provide a focus on areas of community outreach,
advocacy, service and social needs.
Kim Hardman 939-6962 [email protected]
Melanie Lemoine (504)236-8670
[email protected]
Brooke Reynolds 936-9450 [email protected]
Cathy St. Pierre 931-1436 [email protected]
Bereavement Food Team
A ministry that provides food to families who have lost a
loved one.
Volunteers serve as members on one of the four food
teams providing a sandwich tray, two side dishes, and two
desserts to the bereaved family following funeral service.
Providing food 3-4 times a year, depending on the
number of funerals in a year.
Contact: Nancy Keaton 344-5674 [email protected]
Catholic Social Teachings Ministry
A ministry that raises awareness among our parishioners
of the Catholic Social Teachings and the relevance of these
teachings in our daily lives.
Providing feedback and assistance on issues that
arise in the parish regarding catholic social teachings.
Coordinating any events for speakers on catholic social
teaching issues.
As needed.
Contact: Chair: Maria Mathews 761-4091
[email protected]
Ministries of St. Aloysius
Child Care Center
Child Care Center Parent Council
The purpose of the Council is to serve in an advisory
capacity to the Director in matters involving various areas
of importance. These areas include, but are not limited to,
Administrative Support, Parental Involvement, Spirituality/
Education, Facilities, Fundraising, and Communications.
Attend monthly meetings to facilitate communication
between parents and the administration in an ongoing
effort to support the quality of care provided. While
the Council is not a policy-making body, it assists the
administration with strategic planning by providing
parental viewpoints and feedback about proposed
changes that affect the Center as a whole and working
with the administration to review various aspects of
operations, including teacher retention, parental and
employee handbooks, fundraising, finance, food service,
extracurricular activities, changes in procedures or
services, and facilities issues. The Council also oversees
the structure of parent committees, ensuring each have
clear charges and leadership in place.
Council meetings are held monthly or more often if an
event requires additional meeting times.
Contact: Kim Blair 343-1338 [email protected]
Counseling Referral Program
A ministry that provides counseling to individuals and
families referred by pastor and/or school administration.
Cost is based on a sliding scale.
Responsibilities Include: Volunteers must be board
certified social workers who are willing to participate in
the Counseling Referral Program. Confidential referrals.
Varies according to parish needs and volunteer’s availability.
Contact: Angela Falgoust 343-6657, ext. 3031
[email protected]
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Communion Ministry to the Homebound
A ministry to provide the Eucharist to the homebound.
After the appropriate formation, lay ministers administer
communion and deliver the weekly bulletin to up to six
homebound St. Aloysius parishioners who reside within
the church parish.
Communion is administered every 4 to 6 weeks, on a
rotating schedule with other ministry team members.
Schedules are mailed quarterly to team members.
Contact: Deacon Chauvin Wilkinson 343-6657
[email protected]
Co-Chair: Angela Falgoust 343-6657, ext. 3031
[email protected]
Communion Ministry to Long-Term Care Facilities
A ministry to provide the Eucharist to residents of longterm care facilities.
Participation in and set up for Masses and communion
services; taking communion to residents once a month.
Volunteers in this ministry are scheduled to provide the
Eucharist to residents of long-term care facilities once a
month, according to rotating schedule.
Contact:
Deacon Chauvin Wilkinson 343-6657
[email protected]
Attending organizational meetings to determine ways
to offer support and to plan healing events for families
suffering the loss of a child.
Varies according to the needs of families.
Contact: Erin Rice (352) 316-1063
[email protected]
Giving Tree
A ministry that provides gifts and basic personal items
during Advent to people in need.
Identifying needs of the ministries, making ornaments,
collecting and distributing gifts, and wrapping gifts.
One planning meeting in October. This ministry
completes its yearly ministry in early December.
Commitment varies according to volunteer’s availability.
Contact: Arline Mistretta 769-2433 [email protected]
Co-Chair: Traci Blanchard 767-3318
[email protected]
Good Samaritans
A ministry that provides meals to families in need.
Dignity of Life Ministry
Provides positive messages of respecting life from conception
to natural death.
Planning activities relative to four major programs each year:
1) the annual Bishop’s March for Life in January; 2) an
elective program for the youth of the parish; 3) an elective
program for the elderly; 4) topics chosen from the Dignity of
Life issues of Child Abuse, Contraception, Domestic Violence,
Embryonic Stem Cell Research, Euthanasia, Health Care For
the Poor, Human Cloning, or Human Trafficking.
Organizational meeting in the Fall of each year; all other
meetings scheduled as needed, depending on program
activities of the four major programs.
Contact: Ross McCalip (Respect Life) 978-2421
[email protected]
Food Bank
A ministry that promotes the involvement of parishioners
in the donation of food at Sunday Mass for the Baton
Rouge Food Bank.
Weekly collection from the baskets in church of donated
food items and delivery to the Food Bank.
Volunteers are assigned 1-2 weeks within the year for
pick up of food from the church and delivery of food to
the Food Bank. One social is planned each year to allow
volunteers to meet each other.
Contact: Krista Haefner 603-7196
[email protected]
Co-Chair: Wanda Townsend 266-5909 [email protected]
Gentle Hands
This ministry ministers to families who have suffered the
death of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, early infant
loss or other tragedies.
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Organizing and implementing the preparation and
delivery of meals to families needing prepared meals for
a limited time period. Twice a year this ministry holds a
frozen food drive.
Contact: Cristyn Mayeux Hodges 571-5106
[email protected]
Habitat for Humanity
A ministry that provides assistance in building homes.
Working on construction projects or at Habitat Restore.
Varies according to volunteer’s availability. Work dates to
be determined.
Contact: Kim Boudreaux 205-2870 or 388-7776
[email protected]
Interfaith Federation of Greater Baton Rouge
The Federation is made up of member congregations from
various Christian denominations as well as other faith
traditions.
Participating in the programs of the Interfaith Federation
of Greater Baton Rouge, which include: serving noon
meals two to three times a year during weeks St. Aloysius
is assigned to serve at the Holy Grill soup kitchen in
north Baton Rouge; attending the annual Community
Prayer Breakfast in the fall; providing Christmas gifts for
children at Holy Grill through St. Aloysius Giving Tree
Ministry; promoting and attending Interfaith Federation
events; serving on Federation committees if interested;
serving as a parish delegate to the Federation if
interested; and in any other way assistance is requested.
One parish organizational meeting in the fall to introduce
participants to Federation programs. Time commitment
depends on requirements of chosen program. Volunteers
for Holy Grill are recruited several weeks before each
assigned week of service in the year.
Contact: Christina Riquelmy 928-9122 [email protected]
Elizabeth Walsh (Holy Grill) 921-1609 [email protected]
Personal Loss Support Groups
A ministry of individual support groups for those who have
suffered through separation, divorce, loss of a loved one, or
family crises (i.e., Alzheimer’s disease).
Responsibilities:
Meet with peers to offer and receive support due to
personal loss.
Participate in support group meetings as scheduled and
as needed.
Contact: Angela Falgoust (Grief support) 343-6657, ext.
3031
[email protected]
Angela Falgoust (Separated/Divorce Support) 343-6657,
ext. 3031 [email protected]
Prayer Shawl Ministry
A ministry that creates physical gifts of prayer to others in need
of comfort through knitting and crocheting, sewing, or quilting
items such as prayer shawls and hats for cancer patients.
Members use their talents to create items for others. No
experience is necessary and is easy to learn. Materials
and instructions are provided.
Time Commitment:
Optional monthly gatherings are held the second and
fourth Thursday of each month for fellowship, pattern,
and idea sharing.
Contact: Rebecca Valadie 715-5553 [email protected]
Joyce Boone 324-7279 [email protected]
Just Faith
A ministry that promotes and supports small faith group
processes, which include scripture, the Church’s historical
witness, theological inquiry and church social teachings.
Responsibilities:
Team members choose from a variety of topics offered
by the Just Faith National Office and facilitated by team
members.
One planning meeting during the summer months. Other
commitments/meetings vary according to parishioner’s
interest, choice of topics and the availability of
facilitators.
Contact: Thomas Telhiard 505-0482 [email protected]
Prison Ministry at Angola State Prison-Kairos
A ministry that provides spiritual growth opportunities and
support through weekend retreats for incarcerated men at
Angola State Prison.
Members serving the residents of Angola State
Prison through the Kairos prison ministry program.
Opportunities include participating in training and the
Angola retreats, baking cookies or preparing letters and
children’s art Agape.
Time required varies according to volunteer’s availability.
Three Kairos camp retreats are scheduled at Angola each
year in the spring, summer, and fall.
Contact: Rick Blackstone 387-5871 [email protected]
Co-Chair: Matthew Zylicz (504) 906-6288
[email protected]
LSU Lunch Bunch
A ministry that provides lunch to LSU students at Christ
the King Student Center.
Organizing, planning and serving meals once or twice
per semester.
Contact: Jill Roshto 266-9527 [email protected]
Natalie Himmel 202-0013 [email protected]
Prison Ministry at Dixon Correctional Facility
A ministry that provides spiritual growth opportunities and
support to individuals incarcerated at Dixon Correctional
Facility.
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Visiting the prisoners on Friday evenings at the
correctional facility.
Approximately two hours at least once a month for a visit
to the facility-this includes participation in a Eucharistic
service and discussion group.
Contact: Jeanie and David Bondy 926-9506
[email protected]
St. Aloysius Cantera Mission (Ciudad Sandino,
Nicaragua)
A ministry of parishioners 18 years of age and older, of
different proffessional backgrounds who are encouraged
to participate to help Cantera achieve its mission of
creating a more just, equitable and sustainable society in
Nicaragua through community development and popular
education.
A mission trip(s) to Cantera Mission in Managua,
Nicaragua to build relationships and hope with the
people, to identify specific needs by area and assist them
in those needs, particularly in the youth community
center, farms, and schools.
7-10 day trip to Cantera Mission in Managua, Nicaragua.
In addition, 4-5 preparatory meetings and 1-2 follow up
meetings on return. These meetings are for team building
and preparation for immersion into a new culture.
Contact: Alvin Raetzsch 341-2265 [email protected]
Amy Pizzolato 907-8876 [email protected]
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
A ministry that provides assistance to those in need.
Attending monthly SVDP meetings and serving on a team
to visit the needy within the geographical boundaries of
St. Aloysius Parish.
Attending monthly meetings and making home visits
on a 4-6 week rotation basis. Each rotation generally
involves a 4-6 hour commitment.
Contact: Frank Endom 504-439-3030
[email protected]
Stephen Ministry
A ministry of trained lay ministers who serve as one-to- one
caregivers to individuals facing a variety of crises or
life challenges, such as hospitalization, chronic illness, job
loss, grief, divorce, cancer, financial difficulties or other life
struggles. Stephen Ministers are called the “after people” as
they offer support after a crisis situation occurs.
Attend all training sessions. Two year commitment to
ministry
Training sessions once a week for 2 ½ hrs for 50 hours of
training; occasional Saturday trainings or retreats, and
twice monthly meetings for continuing education and
supervision (2.5 hrs)
Contact: Marie Hebert 937-1276 [email protected]
Bob Schoen 206-7799 [email protected]
Kathy Nikolaus 603-7772 [email protected]
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St. Vincent de Paul Homeless Ladies Ministry
A ministry that provides for the spiritual needs of the women
sheltered at the St. Vincent de Paul Homeless Shelter.
Meeting with the ladies at the homeless shelter for a
structured, facilitated spiritual hour of reading the Word
and praying together.
Volunteers are organized into teams of two; one team
visits the shelter each Friday from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Contact: Kay Hoffpauir 344-0143 [email protected]
Thanksgiving Baskets
A ministry that organizes the donation of food at
Thanksgiving to those in need.
Buying and delivering the food items chosen, to the
family in need, in time for Thanksgiving.
Parishioner sets up a day/time to deliver the food items
in the Thanksgiving basket to the family in need.
Contact: Melanie Lemoine (504)236-8670
757-8012 [email protected]
Spiritual Growth Commission
The purpose of the Spiritual Growth Commission is to promote
formation and growth of communal and personal spirituality.
Harold Odom 931-5216 [email protected]
Glen St. Martin 315-2828 [email protected]
Mary Dawson 405-1780 [email protected]
Sharon McCarthy 231-0635 [email protected]
Adoration Chapel
Spend an hour with Jesus every third Saturday from
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Responsibility is a one-hour commitment once
a month-whatever hour is convenient on the third
Saturday.
Contact: Ross McCalip 978-2421 [email protected]
From two to five weekly, two-hour sessions per engaged
couple; usually assist two couples per year.
Contact: Erica and Kerry Badeaux
907-3944 [email protected]; Annie and Chris Stogner
241-0069 [email protected]
Library
A ministry that maintains the parish library.
Adult Come, Lord Jesus
A ministry of small groups that meet for prayer using
Sunday readings.
Self-development through personal prayer and spirituality.
Approximately once a week.
Contact: Jane Sherman 755-1453
[email protected]
Adult Formation
A ministry that provides educational and spiritual growth
opportunities to the parish.
Organizing periodicals, books and videos as well as
monitoring the return of borrowed items.
Contact: Kathy Screen 343-6657, ext. 3037
[email protected]
Little Rock Scripture Study
Scripture study. Limited reservations due to parish
renovations.
Contact: Mary Karam 766-7940 [email protected]
Momnipotent
This ministry meets on a weekly basis to serve the spiritual
and fellowship needs of the women of the parish, especially
with young children. Following a book study format, we
dive into topics that challenge and encourage our vocation
of motherhood, with Mary as our primary teacher and
intercessor.
Contact: Jena Cook 832-686-1659 [email protected]
Louise Flavin 907-2888 [email protected]
Facilitating classes, programs, and other events on varied
topics; involvement also includes providing refreshments
and other supportive services.
Contact: Kathryn Lewis 757-8151 [email protected]
Justin Ourso 248-2022 [email protected]
Prayer Line
A ministry whose members pray for the special intentions
of others.
Responsibility: Group meets for one hour twice a
month from September-May, except for holidays.
Men’s Group Contact: Mickey Hubbell 381-8040;
Ron Lewis 216-0030 [email protected]
Women’s Group Contact: Kathy Screen 343-6657
RCIA Ministries
A ministry to those preparing for membership in the Church
through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA).
Praying for, receiving and passing along prayer requests/
special intentions. Intentions are submitted to the prayer
line by phone and by email to [email protected]
Time Commitment/Meetings: daily
Contact: Odette Collett 766-5470
[email protected]
Adaire Yarbro 763-6915
Creighton Retreat
An Ignatian retreat following the liturgical year to
experience God’s grace in the midst of our busy lives.
• RCIA Sponsor accompanies a candidate throughout
the Rite.
• RCIA Scripture Session Leader would be responsible
for presenting a scripture session to the candidates.
• RCIA Hospitality Committee member would be
responsible for refreshments for all RCIA meetings
and sessions, as well as the Easter Vigil reception.
• RCIA Children’s Ministries member would be a catechist
for children entering the Church through RCIA.
Sunday sessions after 9:00 a.m. Mass until 11:00 a.m. as
well as retreats and Rites.
Contact: Rebecca East (RCIA) 343-6657, ext. 3024
[email protected]
Divine Mercy
A novena in preparation for celebrating Divine Mercy
Sunday. It begins on Good Friday and ends on the Saturday
after Easter.
Contact: Leticia Courville 454-4800 [email protected]
Engaged Sponsor Couple
A ministry that assists the Priest in the preparation of
engaged couples for marriage.
A husband and wife team meeting in their home with the
engaged couple.
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Rosary Group
A ministry whose members meet to recite the rosary together.
Mass Coordinators
A ministry that is responsible for the set up and the
coordination of liturgical ministries and facilities at
Sunday Mass.
Meeting at 7:30 p.m. every second Monday of the
month in chapel to recite the rosary. An opportunity for
fellowship is available after prayer.
Time Commitment/Meetings: One day a month.
Contact: Bill Holden 766-2515 [email protected]
Set up, coordination, and monitoring of liturgy and ministers,
sound, lights, air conditioning, fire alarms, etc. during
Sunday Mass. A team of people is needed for each Mass time.
Training will take place before ministry starts. A
volunteer will serve at Mass once a month. 20-30
ministers are needed for this ministry.
Contact: Luke Laborde Co-Chair 281-0711
[email protected]
Erick Comeaux 753-0039 [email protected]
Meeting during the school year after Wednesday
assembly, approximately 8:00 a.m. in the church office
Once a week during school calendar year
Contact: Carol Regan 769-0906 [email protected]
Other groups available: call Kathy Screen 343-6657,
Funeral Coordinators
A ministry that is responsible for the set up and the
coordination of liturgical ministries at funerals.
Small Christian Community
A ministry that promotes a connecting of faith and life
events.
A team of ministers responsible on a rotating basis. Must
have availability during weekdays and on Saturdays.
Contact: Ken Thevenet 343-6657, ext. 3030
[email protected]
Connie Planche 343-6657, ext. 3033
[email protected]
Formation and participation in new SCC, assisting
current SCC groups with faith development, and
planning an annual gathering.
Varies by group; developmental group meets quarterly.
Contact: Jan Herrington 939-6101
[email protected]
Altar Servers
A ministry that assists the priests with processions and
rituals of the Church at liturgical celebrations.
Vocations
A ministry that instigates programs to spark interest in
considering a religious vocation.
Open to boys and girls, fifth grade through adults. Training
for new servers is year round beginning in the fall.
Scheduled monthly and as needed for special services.
Contact:
Kirk and Cheryl Michelet 768-1902
[email protected]
Amy Johnson 247-1273 [email protected]
Developing videos, brochures, articles, etc. and
promoting religious vocations
Contact: Armando Corripio 769-1224 [email protected]
Worship Commission
Sacristans (Altar Society)
A ministry that prepares the altar and church for worship.
The purpose of the Worship Commission is to lead the
community to “full, conscious, and active participation” in the
liturgy of the Church.
Caring of vestments, altar vessels, providing and
maintaining purificators, corporals and altar cloths.
Contact: Jan Shaw 344-4006 [email protected]
Jose Barro 571-9534 [email protected]
Cheryl Welborn 819-2645 [email protected]
Mary Karam 229-2883 [email protected]
Jeannie Tribou 802-5669 [email protected]
Art and Environment
A ministry that prepares the seasonal décor of the worship
space.
Creating decorations, floral arrangements & banners for
the church for the major feasts and seasons.
Planning meetings and work days. Time commitment
varies according to volunteer’s availability.
Contact: Pat Hodgin 387-1191 [email protected]
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Children’s Liturgy
A ministry that provides a monthly celebration of the
Liturgy of the Word appropriate to the understanding and
experience of children (K-fifth grade).
Youth Liturgical Ministers
Special opportunities for parishioners in seventh through
twelfth grade to serve in liturgical ministry at Sunday
Mass.
Playing instruments, singing in the choir, bringing up the
gifts, serving as ushers, readers, or altar servers.
Time varies according to volunteer’s availability.
[email protected]
[email protected]
Planning, preparing, and conducting the liturgy.
During 11:00 a.m. Mass one Sunday a month with monthly
planning meetings on the following Thursday evening.
[email protected]
Readers
A ministry that proclaims the Word of God at liturgical
celebrations.
Preparation and study of the weekly scriptures.
Once a month in addition to annual ministry formation.
Contact: Mandy Shipp 749-6486 [email protected]
Ken Thevenet 343-6657, ext. 3030 kthevenet@
staloysiusparish.com
Ministries of Music
Ministries which inspire the assembly to express its faith in
song.
Youth Choir:
A choir for young people in fourth through eighth grade
which provides music for the 11:00 a.m. Mass on one
Sunday of the month.
Youth Choir Website:
http://staloysiusyouthchoir.weebly.com/index.html
Rehearsals: Thursdays, 3:00-4:30 p.m. (Convent Choir
Room)
Contact: Eleanor Bach 803-9662
[email protected]
Extra-Ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
A ministry that prepares and organizes lay people to assist
the priest in the distribution of communion.
Preparing the bread and wine for Mass; distributing
communion at Sunday and weekday Masses.
After appropriate formation, serve approximately every
two to three weeks.
Contact: Glynn & Georgette Fontenot 216-2369
[email protected]
Sunday Evening Music Ministry:
Musicians who provide liturgical music at 5:30 p.m.
Sunday Mass. High School and College singers and
instrumentalists are invited to join this music group.
Rehearsals: 4:30 p.m. Sundays in Church and as
needed during the week.
Contact: Anna Hittle 712-490-7556 [email protected]
Ministers of Hospitality/Ushers
A ministry that creates a welcoming atmosphere for
parishioners joining in worship.
Renewal Singers:
The Music Ministry which serves at the 11:00 a.m. Mass
on Sunday. This choir is open to high school age, adult and
senior singers. The group will also sing for major feast
days and solemnities in the church year. Accompanied by
a variety of instruments the choir will make use of piano,
pipe organ, guitar, strings, winds and percussion.
Rehearsals:
Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. (Convent Choir Room)
Contact: Eleanor Bach 803-9662 [email protected]
Ken Thevenet 343-6657, ext. 3030
[email protected]
Welcoming, assisting with seating and receiving offerings
at Sunday Masses.
Serve at assigned Masses, scheduled according to
volunteer’s availability.
[email protected]
Steven Giglio 923-8468 [email protected]
The St. Aloysius Chorale:
This choir will lead the singing of the assembly at 9:00 a.m.
Mass each Sunday, as well as, perform on all the major feast
days of the church year. It is open to all ages from
High School Youth through Seniors. This choir’s repertoire
leans toward more traditional sacred music with organ
accompaniment.
Rehearsals:
Sundays before Mass 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m. (Convent Choir
Room)
[email protected]
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The Festival Ringers, A Hand Bell Choir:
Prepares music for handbells for a monthly Mass. This is
a fun challenging music group, open to teens and adults,
which adds festivity and variety to the music during the
liturgy. If you have experience playing an instrument,
consider joining the Festival Ringers.
Rehearsals:
Monday 6:00-7:00 p.m. in the Convent Music Room
Contact: Lenny Long 751-7041 [email protected]
Resurrection Choir:
A bereavement ministry of St. Aloysius Church, this choir
provides liturgical music for funeral celebrations. Singers
are available for rehearsals and liturgies during the day
as needed for parish funerals.
[email protected]
Kingdom Ministries
Kingdom Ministries are offered back to the Lord as an effort to
build the Kingdom and live as God’s people. They are as varied
as the needs of those whom these ministries address.
In the Marketplace:
Ministries in the “Marketplace” are those ministries
that are performed in our place of work or in the larger
community, such as when we work for the implementation
of justice and other Christian values, give witness through
service in civic or community activities, work to improve
political or economic structures, or share our time and
talents as volunteers in hospital ministry, charitable
organizations, service clubs, etc.
In the Family:
Ministries in the family include all those ministries
whereby we serve the Lord by the commitments we
make to care for an aging parent, an infirm spouse, a
handicapped child, or a family member in need. Also
included are specific commitments to strengthen the
family unit, whether that family unit be the husband/
wife relationship, parents and children, single parent and
children, or any other family unit combination.
In the Diocese:
A number of ministries are available. Call the Diocese for
further information.
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