Servers
Assist the priest on the altar with other servers to help them through Mass.
Promote and train altar servers for our liturgies. Girls & Boys 4th grade
and up. Contact: Ron Brackett 823-1824.
Ambassadors
Opportunities to help new parishioners assimilate into parish life. Four dinner parties per
year are hosted at a committee member’s home. Requires enough time to host
and/or attend four dinner parties per year and make one or two phone calls per
month to new parishioners. Minimum age is 18 years old. Volunteers must be
friendly, warm, and welcoming. Contact: Annamaria through the Parish Office.
Arise
A weekend retreat program in the faith and worship practices of the Catholic Church for
those wanting more knowledge of the Catholic faith. Contact: Norm Dusseault
520-7795
Ark - Children’s Ministry
Religious formation for children 10 months to 5 years old in the nursery during 9:30 a.m. and
11:30 a.m. Sunday Masses and during special
events. Contact: Cathy Wesenberg 822-3481 (Parish Office).
Baptismal Preparation
Help prepare parents who are presenting their children for baptism. Meet first
Saturday of every other month, from 10:00 AM to noon. Must be at least 21 years old, married
with children. Contact Annamaria through the Parish Office.
Blood Donors – Saving Lives
Quarterly visit from Florida Blood Service’s Bloodmobile. Donate blood
and help to save lives. Must be 17 years of age, 110 lbs, and in good health.
No sign up is necessary – just watch the bulletin for the next date and time.
Free gifts!
Bus Drivers
The Parish Bus Driving Ministry transports parishioners to Mass or other Church functions.
These parishioners would not be able to participate due to lack of
transportation. The Bus Driving Ministry is vital to helping these parishioners
feel a sense of belonging to our Faith Community. Currently our parish bus
picks up these parishioners for the 9:30 AM Sunday Mass and on two Tuesdays a
month for the Senior Club meeting. The volunteer drivers are asked to commit a
few hours once every other month. More drivers are always needed, as some
drivers are retiring or moving. For more information call Sister Kathleen at
the Parish Office.
Children’s Center
We at St Paul’s Children’s Center always seek better ways to bring God into the lives of our little ones through music,
storytelling, interactive play, and much, much more. St Paul’s Children’s Center started in July
2003 for two year olds only, then in 2005 we expanded and now enroll ages 2
months to two years old, and we’re always keeping a waiting list. We provide a
safe, clean, and fun-loving environment for our children while helping them
associate God with loving people and enjoyable activities. Ministry members
must be 18 years or older and must be fun loving, gentle, caring, creative, and
dedicated. Safe Environment Training is required for volunteers (Click
here for details)
. Contact Mrs. Suzanne Myrthiil (Director) through
the Parish Office.
Children’s Liturgy
Proclaim God’s word to our children ages 3 through 8. Held the third Sunday of each
month during 9:30 Mass. Helpers must be at least High School age and must be
creative, which helps make the Gospel message age-appropriate so the children
will understand. Safe Environment Training is required for volunteers (Click
here for details). Contact: Annamaria through the
Parish Office.
Choir
See Contemporary Adult Choir, Folk Group, Traditional Adult Choir.
Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP)
CRHP is a weekend retreat program strengthening faith and fellowship among parishioners.
What to expect: The weekend will be a time for praying, listening, sharing,
scripture reading, and reflection. The focus is on prayer, Eucharist,
reconciliation, and community. There is plenty of time for breaks, personal
reflection, fellowship, and fun! We use our parish center for our meetings,
sleeping, and chapel. We’ll have our meals in the school cafeteria. Don’t
worry - you won’t go hungry! Meals and snacks will be provided throughout
the weekend. Casual and comfortable clothes are appropriate throughout the
weekend. There is absolutely no cost. The parish pays all expenses of the
weekend. There is absolutely no expectation, obligation, or commitment to
participate in future retreat activities. There are separate retreats for men
and women, typically one or two per year. Contact: Don Thornton 822-3481. (Click
here for the 2008 schedule) (Click
here for Information and Registration)
Columbiettes
The Columbiettes are a group of dedicated, Catholic women whose mission is to serve
our church and community. All practicing Catholic women age 17 and older are
invited to join. All of the traditions and projects of the Order have been
originated, developed, executed and supported by individual members of the
Order. The responsibility of continuing and improving upon the great work
started by them depends upon the new members joining our Order. If you are
looking for fun and fellowship and want to help make a difference in our
community, please join us. Contact: Mary Rachel Dudley through the parish
office.
Communion and Liberation
Join us for an experience and education to how Christ satisfies the human heart!
Communion and Liberation is a small study group whose purpose is the education to Christian maturity of its
adherents and collaboration in the mission of the Church in all the spheres of
contemporary life. Weekly meetings in the evening, requires 2 hours of time per
week. Minimum age is 18 years old. Contact Joe Poole at 501-3159. Web site is ="http://www.clonline.us/" >www.clonline.us.
Contemporary Adult Choir
6:00 p.m. Mass Sundays. Our mission statement: “As musicians among the
people of God, we call forth song from the worshipping assembly with the highest
quality of contemporary Catholic liturgical music while effectively leading the
assembly. As Disciples of Christ, we strive to
let our song teach in His name, offering sung prayer before His Presence in the
sacraments, and encouraging a sense of community as church and choir. As liturgists,
we humbly approach our ministry in music, committed to the liturgy and
teachings of the Roman Catholic Church”. Meets before Mass at 4:00 p.m. for rehearsal and setup. Requires
minimum of 3 hours of time per week, plus additional at-home practice time.
Minimum age is High School age. Must be able to sing on pitch and/or play
musical instrument, work well with others, be willing to accept helpful
constructive criticism, and must demonstrate talent by practicing with us for
three weeks prior to becoming a member. Contact Jim Maloney through the parish
office or at 215-5782 or
jmalco@aol.com. Other
music ministries: See Folk Group and Traditional Adult Choir.
Counseling Ministry
Offers Christian counseling and psychotherapy services to individuals, couples &
families. Conducted by a trained professional counselor. Contact: Mary Ann
Holtz, LMHC 327-5045.
Cub Scouts
Seek to develop character, morals and values in boys grades 1-5. Leaders needed.
Contact: Dave Dusseault 896-1021.
Effective Fathers
Support group for fathers and grandfathers who meet for breakfast, prayer and mutual
encouragement. Contact: Chuck Wray or Tom Robison through the Parish Office.
Eucharistic Ministers
Assist at liturgies by distributing Holy Communion, at about 20 Masses per year. Must be a
confirmed Catholic. Contact Annamaria through the Parish Office.
Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick and Homebound
When one member of the Parish is unable to celebrate fully
at the Sunday Liturgy due to sickness or advanced age, the Eucharist Minister
becomes a vital link between the parish community and the member who is
hospitalized or homebound. Our Ministers bring Christ in Holy Communion to
parishioners who are in Edward White, who are in Nursing Homes/ALF’s (there are 10 in our parish) and those who are
Homebound. Some Ministers do this weekly, others once or twice a month,
according to their own schedules. This visitation is pastoral care and one of
the ancient ministries of the Church. Our parish is in need of more Eucharistic
Ministers. If God is calling you to this ministry, please contact Sister
Kathleen at the Parish Office.
Family Religious Education
Religious and Christian formation for our Parish families, especially important to those
families who attend public school. Meet for 2 class sessions per month. One
meeting in August and one meeting in May. Class sessions are Sundays 10:30 AM
to 12 noon. Teachers must be in High School. Requires love of
teaching, creativity, patience, and organizational skills. Safe Environment
Training is required for volunteers (Click
here
for details). Contact Annamaria through the Parish Office.
Festival
Annual week long Spring Festival with proceeds benefiting the school. Meet a couple of
times in January and February leading up to the event. Helpers needed during
Festival – amount of time depends on how much you want to be involved. The
Festival has been an annual tradition for over 30 years and all proceeds go
directly to the school operating budget. A lot of work but a lot of fun!! Contact
Doug Moore 522-8534 or Rob Haddad 898-0519.
Financial Peace University
Spiritually based finance course aimed at reducing debt, but includes education on insurance, investments,
mutual funds, relationships and more. Meetings held weekly for 13 weeks in Fall
and Spring; each meeting is 2 hours. The kit costs $89 and includes books, CDs,
financial tools, and lifetime membership. Available to adults age 18 or over.
Open to folks of all financial situations. In our first class, 69 credit
cards were cut up, $30,000 in debt was paid off, and $17,000 put into savings!
It is never too late. Contacts Tom & Lisa Baggett 894-8302.
Folk Group
We are the Folk Group, the music ministry for our 9:30 a.m. Sunday Mass, and we
have been leading the congregation in song since about 1970.
Our group prides itself, not in our technical ability as much as our commitment to liturgical music and to
leading a congregation so that they will join in “the song.” Practices are
weekly, on Thursday evenings, from 7:30 to 9:00 in the chapel in the Parish Center.
Requires about 3 – 4 hours of time per week. To join this ministry, you must have
the ability to sing or play a musical instrument that fits into our style of
music – guitar, piano, drums, flute. Must be 12 years of age or older.
Contact: Joe McCoy 825-0038. Other music ministries: See Traditional Adult
Choir and Contemporary Adult Choir.
Girl Scouts
Provide activities to help girls develop as women and leaders. Kindergarten to 12th
grade. Contact: Mary Sinclair through the parish office.
Habitat For Humanity
Working together to build homes for the less fortunate in the community, one Saturday
morning a month. No skills required. Contact: Mark King 894-4089.
Home and School Association
The Home and School Association is a parental support group for the growth and development of the
school. The association raises funds for the school and provides social and
service activities for families. Meetings are quarterly. Requires about 25 hours
of time during the school year. Requires a love for St Paul’s school and a commitment to
Catholic education. St Paul’s Home and School Association
raises more than $50,000 a year to keep tuition costs down. We sponsor a school
wide auction, coordinate the classroom liaisons, and support the faculty with
funds and equipment. The Home and School Association is a great networking
organization for all parents. Volunteering is a great opportunity to get
plugged into the school community. Safe Environment Training is required for
volunteers (Click here
for details). Contact Kathy Saunders 432-7148.
Knights of
Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is the world's largest Catholic family fraternal service
organization with 1.6 million members. It provides members and their families
with volunteer opportunities in service to the Catholic Church, their
communities, families and young people. St Paul's Council #13657 is a new and
fast-growing council. Visit our web site. Contact: Jim Maloney at 215-5782 or
the Parish Office.
Lectors
Assist at liturgies by proclaiming the Word, at about 12
Masses per year. Must be a confirmed Catholic. Requires good speaking voice,
experience in public speaking is a plus, but certainly not a requirement. Contact Annamaria through the Parish
Office.
Legion of Mary (Adults)
The Legion of Mary is a ministry of diverse works, including home visits, evangelizing
Portuguese community, as well as performing other spiritual and corporal works
of mercy in company with a companion member of the Legion of Mary. Meetings are
Wednesday from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM once a week. When on assignment,
the ministry requires about 1 to 2 hours of your time. The Legion of Mary
has been at St Paul’s Parish since 1969! Contact Joyce Locke 821-6251 or
Margaret Ybanez 522-6022.
Legion of Mary (Juniors)
Distributing miraculous medals, altar serving, helping with responsibilities at home, evangelizing their faith
with friends and neighbors whether they are Catholic or non-Catholic. Meet
every Thursday at 3:15 in the Blue Room in the Parish Center. Requires about 90 minutes of time
per week. Safe Environment Training is required for volunteers (Click
here for details).
Ages 8 to 18. Being a member of our Blessed Mother’s Legion is a wonderful way for our young people to grow stronger in
their faith and to draw closer to Jesus and Mary. Contact Mary Moroney 894-3360
or Joyce Locke 821-6251.
Liturgy – Art & Environment
Work with the Pastor to provide seasonal decorations and enhancements in the church. Meet
as needed. Contact Kathy Thornton 727-459-5836.
Loaves and Fishes
We are an outreach ministry of St Paul’s feeding the homeless at the St. Vincent de Paul
Food Center. We serve approximately 150 people each meal. We prepare the meal
and serve it. We have one meeting every two months on a weeknight evening.
Volunteers serve one meal every two months. You can help us serve, which takes
about 90 minutes of your time, or you can help us by preparing a meal at home.
Contact: Jodi Loney at 894-0526 or by email
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Marriage Encounter
The Worldwide Marriage Encounter ministers to the strengthening of Christian
marriage through weekend retreats. Contact: Dennis & Joan Walker through the
parish office.
Meals on Wheels
Delivers prepared meals for Neighborly Care Network and provides meals for shut-ins at
Thanksgiving and Christmas. Drivers and helpers needed. Requires 1 or 2 hours
of time per week. New drivers and helpers have a meeting and orientation at
Neighborly Care Network. Sister Mary started this ministry about 20 years
ago at St Paul's. The recipients are very appreciative! Safe Environment
Training is required for volunteers (Click
here for details). Contact: Jean Toothman 526-4169
or Diana Jordan 821-8469.
Ministry to Seniors
Seeks to assess and meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of seniors in the
parish. Includes parish nurse program, visitations, transportation, working
with Senior Citizens Club, Women’s Guild, St. Vincent de Paul & Meals on Wheels.
Contact: Sr. Kathleen Stagnaro through the Parish Office.
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Ministry to the Sick
Provides visitation and Communion to parishioners in the hospital, nursing homes or
homebound. Volunteers needed for about one hour per month. Contact: Sr. Kathleen
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Nursery Ministry – See “Ark”
Parish Nurses
The Parish Nurse is a pastorally called, spiritually mature, licensed Registered Nurse
volunteer with a desire to serve the Parish. St Anthony’s Hospital provides the
framework for the Parish Nurse Program assisting with training, continuing
education, parish health screenings and resources. St Paul Parish Nurses help
parishioners through screenings, educational programs on health issues, and
disease prevention. On the 4th weekend of the month after the Saturday 5:30 PM,
Sunday 7:30 AM, and 9:30 AM Masses, our nurses are available to
take blood pressures. All eligible parishioners are encouraged to consider this
ministry. Call Sister Kathleen or Pam Suetholz at the Parish Office.
Partners with Haiti
Partners with Haiti, A Ministry of St. Paul’s Catholic Church, established a sister
parish relationship with St. Isidore Catholic
Church, on La Gonave, Haiti in 1999. Since then, exchange visits by the pastors
have been made, over 50 parishioners from St. Paul’s Parish have visited St. Isidore’s
parishioners, and several medical missions have been completed at the parish’s
chapel in Plen Mapou, which is in the mountainous area north of the
parish. The long-term goal for the medical aspect of the program is to help the
community to have ongoing health care. The education of local Haitians to
provide health care for Plen Mapou is an essential aspect of the program.
Our Mission Statement: The purpose of “Partners with Haiti” is to build a bridge of
God’s love between St. Paul’s and the people of Haiti by promoting awareness
and encouraging our Christian response to the injustice and suffering in Haiti,
encouraging prayerful solidarity between St. Paul’s parishioners and St.
Isidore’s parishioners and all Haitians, encouraging spiritual growth and
mutual support by sponsoring frequent visits between the parishes, and
exchanging resources and support for religious, developmental, educational,
health and economic purposes. Contact Lou Pekrul through the Parish Office.
Prayer Line
Pray for requests called into our prayer line number through a telephone tree of
parishioners. Call 894-8846 for requests. New prayer volunteers welcome; must
have strong faith. We’ve been praying for St Paul’s and for our parishioners since
1982. Contact: Joan Dirrigl 525-1262.
RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
Learn more about Catholicism by experiencing the community through study! RCIA is a small study group for
those preparing for adult sacraments. Prepares those interested in becoming
Catholic, or Catholics not yet confirmed, for reception into the Church at
Easter. Meets weekly in the evening from October through Easter. Requires 2
hours of time per week. Minimum age is 16 years old. RCIA (Adults) contact Joe Poole at 501-3159 or Nancy Licary through
the parish office. See also RCIC (Rite of Christian Initiation for
Children).
RCIC - Rite of Christian Initiation for Children
Prepares children from Third Grade through High School for the sacraments of initiation,
those to be baptized, or those who are baptized but have not yet received
Eucharist or confirmation. Meetings are usually ninety minutes, once or twice
per week, from October to Easter. Volunteers needed, must be at least in High
School, and must have a clear understanding and knowledge of the sacraments.
Safe Environment Training is required for volunteers (Click
here for details). Contact Annamaria Dickhaus. 822-3481 (Parish
Office). See also RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults). See also
Baptismal Preparation.
Respect Life
Disseminate information on Respect Life issues. Work with Diocesan programs. New members
welcome. Contact: Marion Nadon 823-3802.
Sacristan
Assists in preparation of liturgy, include care of vestments, linens and vessels, marking
readings, placing flowers, monitoring sacristy supplies. Required time is one
Mass per week. Sewing helpers also appreciated. Contact: Debbie Henry 823-4398.
Saint Vincent De Paul
Volunteers provide material assistance & spiritual support through visits to the poor
of our community. Meets twice a month, first and third Thursdays at 7:00 PM. Requires 1 to 3 hours per week of
time. Volunteers must desire to assist the poor or needy and meet in their
homes. Distributes Christmas gifts donated by parishioners through the “Giving
Tree” project each year, for needy children and homebound parishioners. If
you don’t wish to volunteer, please know that financial donations are always
needed and appreciated, as they help us to provide assistance on a regular
basis. Contact: Geni Trauscht through the parish office.
Senior Citizens Club
St Paul’s Senior Club gives seniors an opportunity to gather Tuesdays twice a
month in the Parish Center – blue room. The Senior Educational
Program with community speakers seeks to meet the physical, emotional, and
spiritual needs of seniors. The club has several holiday socials throughout the
year. Entertainment in the form of games (penny auction, bingo, book sharing,
arts and crafts, etc.) is usually a part of each meeting. Bake Sales and
Christmas Sale for St Paul School Children are annual events sponsored by the
Senior Club. The dates of the meetings are published in the Sunday Bulletin.
Transportation is available as needed. All seniors are welcome. For more
information call Sister Kathleen at the Parish Office.
Serra Club
Local chapter of worldwide Serra International, an organization of Catholic men and
women who seek to enhance their own Catholicity and to promote vocations to the
priesthood and vowed religious life. Works closely with diocesan and parish
vocational programs. Meets monthly from 7 to 9 p.m. on third Tuesday at St Jude's. In
addition members voluntarily attend holy hours, and participate in Focus 11
Vocations fair, poster contest, receptions for seminarians, and other vocations
related activities. Requires from 3 to 4 hours a month of time.
Membership dues are $25 per quarter. The club publishes a monthly newsletter.
New members welcome. Requires a willingness to serve on committees and help
with special projects such as the Focus 11 Vocations Fair. Contact:Norm or Nancy
Dusseault at 520-7795 or Conrad Beaulieu at 323-5427. Web site is
http://www.serraclubstpete.com
SHARE Food Program
Share is a food co-operative encouraging community through volunteering and saving money
on food. Meet once a month for distribution, for one hour. Contact Marion Nadon
823-3802 or Barbara Murtagh 823-6684.
Social Justice Ministry
The Social Justice Ministry was initiated by the JustFaith graduates of St. Paul
Parish.
Our focus is on helping to equip the parish community to live more fully the
teachings on justice given to us through the Scriptures, the Church’s historical
witness, and Catholic Social Teaching.
We hope to accomplish this through parish-wide justice education events, new
JustFaith groups, and projects connecting our parish with diocesan and national
Catholic groups (e.g., the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, Catholic
Charities, and Catholic Relief Services).
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Meetings: Second and Fourth Wednesdays
Time: 7 – 9 PM
Place: Parish Center – Upstairs Pink Room
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Traditional Adult Choir
The Traditional Adult Choir leads the congregation in song by providing music for
the 11:30 Sunday Mass and for special programs throughout the year. Rehearsals
are once per week during the week and also directly preceding Mass on Sunday.
Rehearsals require about 2 hours of your time. Vocal talent required. Contact:
Bill Tapp 822-3481. Other music ministries: See Folk Group and
Contemporary Adult Choir.
Ushers
Offertory collection, pass out bulletins, head count. When necessary, assist with seating
and be alert to emergencies, calling 911 if necessary. Head ushers have a few
additional duties, depending on the mass. Time commitment: the duration of the
Mass itself plus 10 to 15 minutes before mass, and a few minutes after mass.
Vacation Bible School
One-week program in the Summer for children Pre-K through 5th grade. Bible stories made
exciting through crafts, music, games and more. Our kids love it and it’s
always full! Volunteers meet once in April ior May and then devote one full
week in June. Requires 20 to 50 hours of time, very flexible between April and
June. We need volunteers with talents of creativity for preparation work,
artistic ability, teachers for the week of VBS, clean-up crew needed for final
day. Safe Environment Training is required for volunteers (Click
here for details).
Contact Annamaria through Parish Office.
Vocations Ministry
Enhance vocations awareness in the parish through prayer and other activities. Work
with Diocese, Serra Club and others to promote vocations to the religious life.
Contact: Sherri & Joe McEntegart 821-2669.
Web Site
The Web Site ministry keeps the Parish Web site up to date with announcements, and
posts the parish bulletin once per week. Also works with leaders of other
ministries to establish and keep pages for their ministries. This ministry can
use your help if you are experienced with Web technologies like HTTP, HTML,
FTP, and PDF, and if you have your own personal computer with a high-speed
Internet connection along with the required software to generate and maintain
Web pages. Contact Jim Maloney through the Parish Office.
Women's Guild
Parish chapter of NCCW. Regular meetings and recollections. Assist with fundraising.
Contact: Pat Leave 577-1431.
St Paul’s Office for Youth Ministry
The St Paul’s Office for Youth Ministry purpose is to
cultivate an atmosphere within our parish that welcomes our youth into every
aspect of parish life; to offer gatherings, activities, and educational
opportunities for our young church and their parents. Although St Paul’s has a long history of ministry with and
for the young, it was only about 12 years ago that a full time youth minister
was added to the parish staff. This commitment by St Paul’s to our youth was a true step in the right
direction. Our Youth Office has no monopoly on youth ministry within the
parish. Every adult or parish organization that fosters the spiritual growth of
the young within our parish community is practicing good principles or youth
ministry.
Middle school
youth meet bi-weekly as published, with dances once monthly as announced.
Senior high meet weekly unless otherwise noted. Other activities as published.
We welcome our youth as often as they are able to attend. Most meetings are
between 1-2 hours long; adults wishing to help may spend more time, depending
on involvement.
Youth Ministry (Middle School)
The St Paul’s Middle School Youth Ministry
assists middle school children, grades 6 through 8, with their spiritual growth
and formation through many fun activities. Meet with the youth on the 2nd and
4th Fridays between August and May. Time required is approximately 2 hours on
meeting nights with youth, and one hour for planning meetings held the 1st and
3rd Sundays. Total time is about 6 hours monthly. Safe Environment Training
is required for volunteers (Click
here for details). Contact Brad or Kathy Brasseur
at 526-8288.
Youth Ministry (High School)
Helps high school youth become involved in the community and deepen their relationship to
Christ. Meets each Sunday evening following 6:00 Mass. Safe Environment
Training is required for volunteers (Click
here for details). Contact Joseph Gerardo through
the Parish Office or youthoffice@stpaulstpete.com
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