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ADULT BIBLE STUDY
SEEK - A Scripture Class, Inc. is an ongoing
interdenominational study program that meets every Monday from 7:00
- 9:00 pm in Cathedral Hall or in Saint Joseph's Center.
For more information, contact Dr. Branson at 375.8603 or
drjoann@aol.com.
Dr. Joann Branson,
drjoannb@aol.com.
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ADULT CONFIRMATION
Beginning in January
each year we offer classes on Sunday mornings for adults to prepare
for Confirmation and/or First Communion.
Parish Office
373.2628
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ALTAR SERVERS
Both children and
adults (who have received First Communion) are invited to become altar servers at San Carlos. Training is
available upon request.
Francie Lopez
Karen Lips 373.2628 x 11,
klips@sancarloscathedral.org
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ALTAR SOCIETY
The mission
of the San Carlos Ladies Altar Society is to provide means to ornament
the House of God and the articles necessary for divine worship. They meet on the
second Thursday of each month at 1 pm except during the summer months
of June, July and August. Meetings are held in the
Cathedral Hall.
Parish Office 373.2628
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CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AMERICA
Catholic Daughters of
America (CDA) is a group of Catholic women who support the church,
charities and embrace the principles of faith, working through love in
the promotion of justice, equality and the advancement of human rights
and human dignity for all. They meet on the second Monday of the
month at 1 pm in the Cathedral Hall.
Jacquelyn Cerchi
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CHRISTIAN MEN IN COMMERCE
The mission of this ministry is to bring Christ to the marketplace.
Challenge Weekends (Retreats) are four times a year. Meetings are
every Thursday at noon in the Cathedral Hall foyer.
Greg Beardsley
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EUCHARISTIC LITURGY MINISTRY
Eucharistic Ministers
reverently help serve the Body and Blood of Christ to the assembly
during the liturgy.
Val Moule
Karen Lips
373.2628 x 11,
klips@sancarloscathedral.org
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EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS TO THE HOMEBOUND
AND HOSPITALIZED
This ministry brings
the Eucharist and love of Christ to the parishioners who are sick and/or homebound
or hospitalized.
Father Patrick 373.2628 x 15
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FESTA ITALIA
Festa Italia is a charitable organization promoting Italian
heritage by honoring Santa Rosalia, the patron saint of fishermen,
with a procession and festival including a mass.
Josephine Favazza
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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 to
the Pastor, the parish budget for operations and capital expenditures
and provides parishioners with an annual report on the financial
position of the parish.
Bob Guerin
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GARDENING/LITTLE
FLOWER MINISTRY
This ministry uses plants and flowers to create a
sense of peace and welcome for people prior to entering the church for
worship.
The St.
Therese Little Flower Fund provides funds to assist and help
maintain plants, trees and seasonal flowers on the church grounds.
Becky Beardsley (Gardening)
Mary Ann Finocchi and Colleen Sullivan (Little
Flower)
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HERITAGE
CENTER/DOCENT TOURS
We are a welcoming ministry of
outreach, providing tours of San Carlos Cathedral (The Royal Presidio
Chapel) and the Heritage Center Museum. Our ministry emphasizes
historical, cultural and religious traditions.
Web Page
Catherine von Schwind (Heritage Center)
Jerry and Kay Hornor (Docent Tours)
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HOSPITALITY/USHERS
The ushers greet parishioners as they
arrive for mass, conduct the offering and direct parishioners for
receiving the Eucharist.
Bob Guerin and
Robin Soboleski
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ITALIAN CATHOLIC
FEDERATION (I.C.F.)
The purpose
of the ICF is to uphold and promote religious spirit among its members
and to spread that spirit among all people outside the
organization, and to hold charitable activities with an emphasis on
family participation.
Elizabeth Grammatico
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LECTORS
MINISTRY
Lectors proclaim the Word of God at
all liturgies in a manner that is clear, understandable and
inspirational to all participants. Training is provided.
Diane Conrad
Karen Lips
373.2628 x 11,
klips@sancarloscathedral.org
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LEGION OF MARY
Legion of
Mary
is a lay apostolate combining Marian spirituality with active
evangelization, visiting the sick and homebound. Meetings are every
Wednesday at 3 pm at the St. Joseph’s Conference Center.
Florence Cavaliere
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LITTLE FLOWERS GIRLS CLUB
Do you have a daughter 5 years or older? Little Flowers Girls
Club is a program based on learning Catholic virtues through the
lives of saints, scripture and the Catechism. The Club strives to
bring the Catholic faith alive and inspre the girls to become Catholic
Women. If you would like to join or have questions please concat me.
Katie Sullivan
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LITURGICAL MOVEMENT
This ministry enhances the
liturgy with praise and movement at the Jazz, Dixieland, Christmas
Vigil and Easter Triduum Masses.
Jane Gasperson
Karen Lips
373.2628 x 11,
klips@sancarloscathedral.org
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LITURGY PLANNING
The Liturgy Committee
is composed of chairpersons from the various liturgical ministries. This
group meets as needed to facilitate planning and
coordination of special liturgies.
Karen Lips
373.2628 x 11,
klips@sancarloscathedral.org
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LOAVES AND FISHES OUTREACH
The mission
of Loaves and Fishes is to feed the homeless and those in need in our
community by honoring the Gospel of Matthew, "For I was hungry and
you gave me food." A hot meal and sack lunch are prepared and
distributed on Friday mornings at 10 am. A hot meal is also prepared
and distributed on Sunday at noon. We are currently receiving donated
food from Nob Hill, Safeway and Whole Foods. Donated clothing is also
provided.
Jeannie Quaglia and Anna McDonald
Sr. Maria Romero 373.2628 x 18,
srmaria@sancarloscathedral.org
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MIDDLE SCHOOL RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION MINISTRY
This ministry
provides a provocative and challenging environment for middle school
students to "connect" with Jesus and to apply His Gospel to their
everyday lives. Meetings are 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, upstairs in the
Parish Office Building.
Cynthia Friesen 373.2628 x 17,
cfriesen@sancarloscathedral.org
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MUSIC
MINISTRY
San Carlos follows the guidelines of "Music in Catholic
Worship" and "Liturgical Music Today," publications of
the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops on worship. Therefore, our
mission is to foster full, conscious and active participation of the
assembly in celebrating Mass. Our ministry includes, but is not
limited to, cantors, accompanists, choirs, and instrumentalists.
Karen Lips
373.2628 x 11,
klips@sancarloscathedral.org
Elaine Miller (Children's choir)
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OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
SOCIETY
Our mission is to raise funds for the celebration of Our Virgin
de Guadalupe's Feast Day, December 12th of each year. Society meets
prior to fundraising event.
Francie Lopez and David Pareja
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RITE OF CHRISTIAN
INITIATION FOR ADULTS (R.C.I.A)
The
R.C.I.A. process is intended for adults and children of catechetical
age who desire to join the Catholic Church. Following the liturgical
year, this process consists of ongoing catechesis and study, prayer
and discernment as well as an opportunity to get to know the parish
community to which they will belong. This gradual approach to full
initiation is based on the fact that conversion is a gradual process
as well as a lifelong journey. The R.C.I.A. group meets every Sunday
morning at 9:00 am for Dismissal Rites and ongoing catechesis.
For adults, contact Sr. Maria Romero 373.2628 x 18
srmaria@sancarloscathedral.org
For children, contact 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 a superior quality Christian-based education for children in
grades kindergarten through eighth. There are many
opportunities for all to volunteer including: hot lunch program,
fundraising events, classroom assistance, and office support
Principal: Teresa Bennett 375.1324,
bennett@sancarlosschool.org
www.sancarlosschool.org
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SMALL CHRISTIAN COMMUNITIES
A Small Christian
Community is a group of 6 - 10 adults who gather in homes to discuss
their lives in light of the Gospel and share their faith through
prayer, friendship and service. These small faith communities share
their stories and explore how the scriptures are calling them today!
In general, gatherings last about 90 minutes, ending with prayer and
refreshments.
Jondel Wright
Sr. Maria Romero
373.2628
x 18,
srmaria@sancarloscathedral.org
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STEWARDSHIP/EVANGELIZATION COMMITTEE
Under the guidance of the
pastor, the Stewardship Committee fosters parish awareness of our need
to give thanks for all of God’s gifts through the generous
offering of time, talent, and treasure. The function of the committee
is to educate and encourage the parishioners to understand the meaning
and definition of stewardship through a ministry fair, witness talks,
bulletin updates, and announcements from the altar.
Evelyn Vitarise
Sr. Maria Romero
373.2628 x 18,
srmaria@sancarloscathedral.org
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TAKE A SECOND LOOK: A MINISTRY FOR RETURNING CATHOLICS
This new ministry is an invitation for non-practicing Catholics
to 'take a second look' at the Catholic Church. The 8 week program,
offered 2 - 3 times a year, is held on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 -
8:30 PM and provides opportunities for prayer, story telling,
updating one's knowledge of the Catholic Faith and community
building.
Sr. Maria Romero
373.2628 x 18,
srmaria@sancarloscathedral.org
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YOUTH MINISTRY
The Youth Ministry Team is committed to bringing awareness,
invitation and empowerment to all people through sharing our gifts
in a Christian Community.
Youth Ministry:
Alternating Tuesdays with Confirmation I
Retreat Team:
As
Needed
Confirmation One Discernment:
7:00 –
8:30pm First and Third Tuesdays of the month
Confirmation Two Discernment:
Sundays 5:15 - 8:30pm
Maria Montante 373.2628 x 34,
mmontante@sancarloscathedral.org
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