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ADULT BIBLE STUDY
SEEK - A Scripture Class, Inc. presents an ongoing,
in-depth,
interdenominational study program that meets every Monday from 7:00
- 9:00 pm in Saint Joseph's Center. Various books of the Bible,
both the Hebrew Scriptures and the New Testament, will be studied,
using workbooks developed by Dr. Joann Branson. Specific assignments
will be announced in the San Carlos Cathedral bulletin.
Dr. Joann Branson 375.8603,
drjoannb@aol.com.
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ADULT CONFIRMATION
PREPARATION
This sacramental ministry prepares adults who desire to celebrate the
sacrament of Confirmation. Regular classes and a day retreat are an
essential preparation for the reception of this sacrament..
Sr. Maria Romero
373.2628
x18
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ALTAR SERVERS
This ministry helps to prepare both children and adults who have
received their first Holy Communion who desire serve as acolytes for the
celebration of Mass. Training is provided.
Francie Lopez 899.5883
Karen Lips 373.2628 x11,
klips@sancarloscathedral.org
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ALTAR SOCIETY
The mission
of the Ladies Altar Society is to care for the House of God and the
articles necessary for divine worship. This group meets in Cathedral
Hall every second Thursday of the month, except for the summer months.
Anna Apostrophe 375.1878
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CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS
Founded in 1903 by the Knights of Columbus, CDAs are one of the oldest
and largest organizations of Catholic women in America. It is a
non-profit, charitable group who embrace the principles of
faith, patriotism, and the promotion of justice, equality and the
advancement of human dignity for all people. Their patroness is the
Mary, Immaculate Conception. They meet on the second
Monday of each month in the foyer of Cathedral Hall.
Aurelia Narvaez 624.3362
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CHRISTIANS IN COMMERCE
The mission of this ministry is to bring Christ to the marketplace.
Challenge Weekends are offered four times a year for its members. Meetings are
held every Thursday at noon in the Conservation Office.
Greg Beardsley
375.7681.
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EUCHARISTIC
MINISTERS
This ministry helps to prepare all those who serve the Body and Blood
of Jesus Christ to the worshipping assembly at the celebration of the
Masses. Training is provided.
Mary Jordan
655.0769
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EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS TO THE HOMEBOUND
AND HOSPITALIZED
This ministry brings
the Eucharist, the Word of God and the love of Christ to parishioners
who are sick, homebound or hospitalized. Training is provided.
Father Patrick 373.2628 x15
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FESTA ITALIA
Festa Italia is a charitable organization that
promotes Italian
heritage by honoring Santa Rosalia, the patron saint of fishermen,
with a procession and festival, including a special Mass once a year.
Anne Ferrante 375.1407
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FINANCE COUNCIL
The Finance
Council advises the Pastor in fulfilling his responsibilities to
administer the finances of the parish. It monitors and recommends the parish budget for operations and capital expenditures
and provides parishioners with an annual report on the financial
position of the parish.
Bob Guerin 646.8340
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HELPING HANDS
This new ministry invites parishioners who want to help by doing one
or more of the following: providing baked goods, serving at church
socials and liturgical functions, helping with the set up and clean
up of the Hall and helping with parish office and clerical duties.
Evelyn Vitarisi 375.9910
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HOSPITALITY/USHERS
This ministry serves at the weekend Masses by greeting worshippers as
they arrive, overseeing the Presentation of the Gifts and directing
the community during the Eucharist. Ushers also provide for the safety
and wellbeing of those attending, as well as the coordination of
emergency personnel if needed.
Bob Guerin
646.8340 or
Robin Soboleski
250.7351
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LEGION OF MARY
Legion of
Mary
is a lay apostolate combining Marian spirituality with active
evangelization to the community by visiting the sick and homebound. Meetings are every
Wednesday at 3 pm at St. Joseph’s Center.
Rose Leyva
394.5042
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LITURGICAL MOVEMENT
This ministry enhances the
liturgical services with movement and praise, especially at the Masses
for the Jazz and Dixieland weekends, as well as the Christmas Vigil
and the Easter Tridium celebrations. Training is provided.
Jane Gasperson
649.4042
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LITURGY PLANNING COMMITTEE
Composed of
chairpersons of the various liturgical ministries, this ministry plans
and coordinates the celebration of all seasons and feast days in the
liturgical year.
Karen Lips
373.2628 x11,
klips@sancarloscathedral.org
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LOAVES AND FISHES
The mission
of this ministry is to feed the homeless and care for those in need in
our community. A hot meal is prepared and served to the homeless every
Sunday at noon, and a sack lunch is served every Friday morning. Bags
of food are also prepared for distribution at the Parish Office. Any
donation of food or money is always appreciated to help those who come
to our Parish Office in need.
Sunday: Jeannie Quaglia 372.6892
Friday: Anna McDonald 373.2628
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MINISTRY OF CONSOLATION
This ministry has its purpose to ba a comforting presence to any
parishioner upon the death of a loved one. This is primarily done by
offering a Grief Support Group twice a year and through a outreach
ministry of volunteers who send cards and call family members after
the funeral for the first year.
Sr. Maria Romero 373.2628 x18
srmaria@sancarloscathedral.org
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MINISTRY OF THE WORD
This ministry prepares lectors to proclaim the Word of God at all
liturgies in a manner that is clear, understandable and inspirational
to the worshipping assembly. Training is provided.
Diane Conrad 373.5693
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MOMS: MINISTRY OF
MOTHERS SHARING
This ministry is specifically designed for mothers with young
children ages 0-6 years old who gather together for prayer, support,
networking, and learning opportunities. This faith sharing group is
a way for mothers throughout our parish community to share the
Gospel message with one another and their families.
Caroline Fee
655.3551 ckfee@yahoo.com
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MUSIC
MINISTRY
This ministry implements the liturgical/musical
directive of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (full and
conscious participation by parishioners in parish worship). Under
the guidance of the Pastor, directors of our Cantors, Choirs and
instrumentalists choose music and hymns that emphasize the
scriptural themes indicated by the lectionary. Training is provided
for those who desire to sing, cantor or play an instrument.
Karen Lips
373.2628 x11,
klips@sancarloscathedral.org
Elaine Miller (Children's choir)
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OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
SOCIETY
The mission of this ministry is to celebrate the
feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe (December 12) with authentic
Mexican traditions. To facilitate this yearly event, fund raising
events are held in preparation for the feast day.
Francie Lopez 899.5883, or David Pareja
372.3681
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PARISH LIFE
HOSPITALITY
This committee inspires the parish to develop a
welcoming and hospitable spirit to all people in our parish and
community. This ministry hosts the Welcoming Sundays 3-4 times a
year for new parishioners and assists the Evangelization &
Stewardship Committee hosts other parish events. They meet on the
3rd Thursday of each month in the parish conference room at 5:15 pm.
Phyllis Clickard 384-9142
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RITE OF CHRISTIAN
INITIATION FOR ADULTS (R.C.I.A)
This is
a total parish faith formation process involving the priests and
deacons, the worshipping assembly, catechists, liturgists, parish
sponsors, and those who offer hospitality. Its purpose is to prepare
any adult, teenager and child of catechetical ages 6-14 who desire
to become a Catholic Christian, and/or to complete their Christian
Initiation into the Catholic Church. A year-round inquiry group is
offered for adults in preparation for the Catechumenate.
Adults: Sr. Maria Romero 373.2628 x18
srmaria@sancarloscathedral.org
Teenagers: Cathy Bender 373.2628 x34
Children: Cynthia Friesen 373.2628 x 17
cfriesen@sancarloscathedral.org
or
web page
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SAN CARLOS SCHOOL
For over 100 years, San
Carlos School has been
providing superior quality Christian-based education for children in
kindergarten through eighth grades. Opportunities for volunteering
include hot lunch program,
fundraising events, classroom assistance, and office support
School Office 375.1324
www.sancarlosschool.org
Principal: Teresa Bennett 375.1324,
bennett@sancarlosschool.org
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SMALL CHRISTIAN COMMUNITIES
This ministry offers adults the opportunity
to gather together in groups of 6-10 in homes to discuss their lives
in light of the Gospel and to share their faith through prayer,
friendship and Christian service. These group meetings, which last
60-90 minutes, share stories and explore how the scriptures are
calling to serve today, and the meetings end with prayer and
refreshments. Materials are available to assist group facilitators.
Groups meet mainly during the seasons of Advent and Lent.
Sr. Maria Romero
373.2628 x18,
srmaria@sancarloscathedral.org
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ST. JOSEPH'S SOCIETY
The society holds an annual celebration in honor of St. Joseph (in
March) that consists of a Mass and procession of the re-enactment of
finding a place for Jesus to be born. There is a dinner dance
sponsored by I.C.F. #36 with proceeds given to San Carlos Cathedral,
Loaves and Fishes Ministry, St. Vincent de Paul and an orphanage in
Sicily.
Mary Manuguerra 375.2009
Bea Bonanno 649.3216
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ST. THERESE: THE LITTLE
FLOWER FUND
This ministry seeks to provide funds to maintain the plants, trees and
seasonal flowers on the church grounds.
Mary Ann Finocchi and Colleen Sullivan 649.0141
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EVANGELIZATION &
STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE
This ministry
invites the parish community to share their faith by proclaiming the
Gospel of Jesus with their time, talent and treasure as a means of
evangelization for others. One of their responsibilities is to
sponsor the annual Ministry Fair inviting parishioners to use their
gifts in Christian service in one or more of the various ministries
and hosting Cultural Sunday on Pentecost Sunday. They meet the 2nd
Tuesday of the month in the St.Joseph’s Serra Room at 5:15 pm.
Evelyn Vitarisi 375.9910
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TAKE A SECOND LOOK: A MINISTRY FOR RETURNING CATHOLICS
This ministry has its mission to invite and welcome any Catholic
who desires to return to the Church. With the help of a Core Team of
parishioners, a special program is offered from January to March for
six consecutive weeks that is primarily designed to facilitate the
journey back into the Church.
Sr. Maria Romero
373.2628 x18,
srmaria@sancarloscathedral.org
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YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY
Who are we? We are single or married people in our 20's and 30's
who want to share and learn more about our Catholic faith through
prayer, social events and community service. The group meets 2-3
times a month for events such as Theology on Tap, small faith
sharing, service projects and dinners/hikes. If you would like to
receive weekly e-mail updates of our events, please send your e-mail
address to:
Sara Tarango
333.9498,
saral@sonic.net
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YOUTH MINISTRY FOR MIDDLE
GRADERS, HIGH SCHOOL AND TEEN CONFIRMATION
This
ministry is committed to bringing awareness, invitation and
empowerment to youth in the middle grades and in their high school
years to live their lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. Here is the
schedule for each of the groups:
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The High School Youth Group meets
on alternating Sundays with Confirmation sessions.
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The Middle School meets two
Wednesdays of each month.
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Confirmation 1 Discernment meets
on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month
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Confirmation 2 Discernment meets
on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month.
Cathy Bender 373.2628 x34
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