BIBLE STUDY/SMALL FAITH GROUPS
Staff Contact: Linda Smith
There are a variety of opportunities for one to gather with a small group of interested people who meet for prayer, reflection, and study of sacred scripture. We have two bible study groups, one that meets on Fridays at the Parish Office Building at 1:30 pm. This group meets from September through May. The second bible study group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at the Parish Office. These two groups utilize the "Quest" series for small groups.
Care Group, our small community of faith, meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm in the Parish Office Building. This group discusses the readings from Sunday's Liturgy and related passages from Scripture.
Special groups are formed during the seasons of Lent and Advent as a way of enriching your spiritual journey during these special times of the liturgical year. All are welcome to join these groups. Please call the Parish Office for more information.
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP
Staff Contact: Linda Smith
Charismatic Prayer Group is a gathering offering glory, praise and worship to Jesus in reading of Scripture, song, witness, in an outward sign, lead by the Holy Spirit. This group meets Monday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in the Parish Office Building.
COLLECTION COUNTERS
Staff Contact: Carol Richter
These parishioners volunteer their time to count the collection each weekend and holy days. We have five rotating teams of counters.
DIVORCED/SINGLE GROUP/WIDOW
Staff Contact: Cindy Henderson
No special group is in the Parish, but there are groups in the area, and upcoming programs in the area are announced in the Bulletin or in special mailings.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
Staff Contact: Linda Smith
Anyone going through any stage of the grieving process is encouraged to attend this group that meets on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM in the Parish Office Building.
LEGION OF MARY
Staff Contact: Linda Smith
Through their devotion to the Blessed Mother, members of this group visit residents of Amber Park, East Galbraith Health Care, and East Galbraith Nursing Home and distribute Communion to the Catholic residents there. This group also meets on Monday evening at 6:00 pm in Fr. Dauwe Hall, Room C.
MEN'S SUPPORT GROUP
Contact: Father Pat
Meeting on the first Thursday of the month, this group provides an opportunity for men to share their faith and friendship.
MIXERS
Staff Contact: Carol Richter
This group sponsors programs just for fun for those over twenty-one years of age.
R.C.I.A.
Contact: Father Pat
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is the process by which adults are brought into full communion with our Church. This introduction begins in the fall of the year and culminates with initiation at the Easter Vigil. Meetings are held on Monday at 7:00 pm in the Parish Office Building. Team members and Fr. Pat, Pastor, instruct the Catechumens, helping to clarify Church teachings. It is an uplifting experience for everyone involved.
ROSARY GROUP
Staff Contact: Linda Smith
All are invited to join in praying the rosary on Fridays at 7:00 pm in Fr. Dauwe Hall, Room B. On the first Friday of the month, the group meets one half hour earlier to allow time after prayer for some fellowship.
SCOUTS
Contact: Father Pat
This group fosters values and principals for the young men of the parish based on the Scout Oath and Laws. Boy Scout Troop 18 (representing Grades 6 through High School) meets at St. Saviour on Wednesdays at 7 PM. A Cub Scout Pack meets at St. Vincent Ferrer and is made up of parishioners from St. John, St. Vincent and St. Gertrude. Staff Contact: Fr. Pat
SOCIABLES
Staff Contact: Linda Smith
All women of the parish are invited to join this group which meets monthly. These gatherings are held at the Parish Office Building, at restaurants, or at nearby Bechtold Park. This is a social group that meets for fun, games, and camaraderie.
WALKERS/WHEELCHAIRS
Staff Contact: Linda Smith
Walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc., are collected by the Parish and are available to be used by those who have a need.
YOUNG ADULTS
Staff Contact: Linda Smith
Although we do not have a special group formed, we do make information on related programs in the area through Bulletin announcements and special mailings.
YOUNG AT HEART SENIORS
Contact: Father Pat
Those aged fifty and older are invited to join our seniors group. This active group of over fifty members sponsor monthly events such as day trips, cookouts, and game nights, as well as First Friday meetings with coffee and donuts after the 8:00 am Mass.
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