Dear Parish Family Member,“Many Hands Make Light Work/Ministry” is a favorite saying of mine. In my past ministry, I have found people wanting to be involved with their parish. We are a large parish, but I truly believe we can continue to have personal touch with all those we meet.
Below is our Parish Directory, which lists the many activities and ministries which are offered here at St. Peter’s as well as the names of those who are coordinating them.
I know that no one can do everything…but I do believe that everyone can do something. Please look the activities/ministries over, take time for prayer and make a decision to get involved or more involved. Being part of an activity will also bring you closer to others in our Parish family.
May the Lord continue to bless you, your family and our Parish Family.
In Christ,
Fr. Tony Borgia
Pastor
Welcome to St. Peter'sOur mission statement says: "We, the St. Peter's Parish Family, called by the Spirit to holiness, strengthened by Word and Sacraments, strive in our different ways to participate in the mission of Jesus, to share His Good News, pray together, serve others, teach, and be a witness of His healing love to all people." Our Mission statement invites, encourages and challenges all of us to be part of the Mission of Jesus Christ in our world today. Christ is experienced through our Sacraments, Scriptures and God’s people…you and I. All of us need to seek where we are called to become active. No one should be excluded, everyone should sense belonging. It would be “great “ if all we HAD to do was to attend Sunday, give our financial support and walk out until the following Sunday…but this is not the reality. We, because of our baptism need to be who we are, Christ's presence in our family, parish family, community and world today. Give a call to one of the contact persons listed in this directory…you’ll be glad you did. It will make a difference in your life and that of our parish family. Also, please read the weekly church bulletin and various newsletters for additional news about meeting times, activities, or new programs.
Parish StaffPastor: Fr. Tony Borgia
Associate: Fr. Chris Bazar
In residence: Fr. John Brennen
Pastoral Associate: Sr. Angela Hoffman, CPPS
Pastoral Associate: Sandy Lauer
Youth Minister: Sheila Hershiser
Music Director/Organist: Bill Johnson
Deacons: Jim Marshall, Terry Philpott
Parish Secretary: Vickie Palmer
Parish Receptionist: Marilyn Gallaway
Elementary School Principal: Jim Smith 419-524-3351
High School Principal: Tressa Reith 419-524-0979
Montessori Pre-School Director: Tina Siegfried 419-524-3351
Child Day Care Director: Judy Wiparina 419-524-8458
Finance Director: Pat Lapczenski
Asst. Finance Director/Tuition Clerk: Tracey Williamson
Development Director: Cathy Stout
Development Associate: Sr. Bernard Marie Campbell, OSF
Development Secretary & Msgr. Dunn Fund - Joan Gemzer
Marketing Director - Kathy Morris
Parish Offices and Center located at:
104 W. First St., Mansfield, OH 44902
Telephone: 419-524-2572
Fax: 419-522-2553
Web Page: http://www.mansfieldstpeters.org
Convent: 419-524-2572
To read about any of the ministries listed below, click on the ministry name.
After reading the explanations of parish organizations below, if you would like to read personal writings from coordinators of these programs, click here to access our Faith in Action page.
DESCRIPTIONS OF PARISH MINISTRY ORGANIZATIONS
EDUCATIONALACADEMIC BOOSTERS
Our purpose is to recognize and promote the academic endeavors of our high school students, staff, and administration. Contact person: Beth Carter 419-756-1254ALUMNI
The Development Office assists alumni by providing addresses of classmates for reunions, labels for reunion mailings and e-mail addresses. Contact person: Cathy Stout 419-524-2572ATHLETIC (SPARTANS) BOOSTERS
This group of active parents (and others) supports all of the athletic programs and is busy with fund-raising to assist the athletic directors and coaches in providing a quality sports program. Right now their big project is the raising of funds for a new bus to transport student athletes. Contact person: Rick Faulk 419-565-2374ATHLETIC DIRECTORS
Grade School: Bob Keller 419-524-2572 or 419-571-4398
High School: Tim Failor 419-524-0979CAFETERIA HELPER
This is once a week or every other week on a specific day you choose. You will choose to work in the serving line or on the floor. Contact person: Sally Vaccaro 419-524-3351DAY CARE
Contact person: Judy Wiparina 419-524-2572DEVELOPMENT
Committed men and women serve on this committee and work directly with St. Peter's Development office with the ongoing task of raising funds and developing giving opportunities for those supportive of St. Peter's School. Contact person: Cathy Stout 419-524-2572EDUCATION COMMISSION
Members of this group are elected by the parish and serve three-year terms, advising the pastor and the principals regarding St. Peter's school issues. Contact person: Carla Eighinger 419-522-2773FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENTS
Host homes are needed for international exchange students who are interested in attending St. Peter's High School. If you are interested or want to know more about it, please call the above. Contact person: Tressa Reith 419-524-0979KROGER/LANDS END CERTIFICATES
Kroger and Lands End Gift Certificates can be purchased every Thursday 8:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. in the small conference room in the Parish Center. The certificates are sold in $25 denominations. A percentage of the total sales can be applied towards tuition, Msgr. Dunn Foundation, or Scholarship Fund. Summer Hours are 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. on Thursdays. Contact person: Betty Vandermeir 419-529-3617MARKETING/PUBLICITY/PROMOTION
The Marketing/PR Office is always looking for men and women to assist with marketing/publicity/promotion of St. Peter's School. People with skills in communication, newspaper or radio/TV backgrounds are welcomed as are any parents interested in these efforts. Contact person: Kathy Morris 419-524-2572MONSIGNOR EDWARD C. DUNN FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATION
The Msgr. Dunn Foundation's mission is to establish a substantial endowment fund through the promotion of planned giving to insure the continuity of quality education at St. Peter's Schools. The Board of Trustees oversees the development and investment of its assets. Contact person: Mike Chambers 419-884-2889MONTESSORI ADVISORY COMMITTEE (MAC)
The MAC is comprised of parents of currently enrolled Montessori students and serves to assist the teachers in various school-related activities throughout the year. This includes in-class parties, field trips, policy issues, fundraising efforts, and house-related projects. A five-member board coordinates the MAC. The MAC meets on the first Thursday of the month (unless otherwise specified) from 3:15-4:15 p.m. in the Montessori house. All parents are encouraged to attend. Contact person: Beverly Vietti 419-775-1133PARENTS CLUB - SCHOOL VOLUNTEER
Parents who do many fund raisers for the school with things like the Italian Supper, Christmas Classic, and Poticas. This group meets on the first Monday of the month. All parents are welcome. Contact person: Rebecca Weilbacker 419-774-9711PLAYGROUND HELPERS
Contact person: Sally Vaccaro 419-524-3351SPARTAN FIELD CONCESSIONS
Contact person: Mary Smith 419-892-2073 or Deb Kistner 419-756-7983
SPIRITUAL FORMATION PROGRAMSADULT FAITH FORMATION TEAM
Responsible for planning Adult Faith Formation Programs offered at St. Peter's, coordinating speakers, advertising, hospitality at events, etc. This includes Bible Studies, Catholic Religious Adult Education, and Spiritual Formation Programs. Contact person: Dennis Striker 419-756-5021 or Rita Lemley 419-524-2572CENTERING PRAYER
Centering Prayer is a method designed to facilitate the development of Contemplative Prayer by preparing our faculties to receive this gift. It is an attempt to present the teaching of earlier times in an updated form. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer; rather it casts a new light and depth of meaning on them. It is at the same time a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. This method of prayer is a movement beyond conversation with Christ to communion with Him. It tends to build communities of faith and bonds the members together in mutual friendship and love. This group meets every Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Parish Center. The group welcomes all who feel called to Silence. Contact person: Wands Dean 419-526-0517PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION
This is a religious education program for children in our parish who attend public schools. Classes, grades 1-6, meet on Wednesday evening from 6:15-7:30 p.m. and Junior high youth meet from 6:15-7:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday from September through April. The High School program is currently being revised. Adults as teachers and aides are always welcome to join in the ministry of mentoring our faith with the youth from grades 1-8. Contact person: Sheila Hershiser 419-524-2572
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS (R.C.I.A)
The R.C.I.A. is the process by which adults and children who are in third grade or older become full members of the Catholic church. Each adult has a sponsor who walks with them on their journey during the year. A sponsor is a practicing Catholic looking to renew their own faith while supporting someone interested in learning about the Catholic religion. Please call if you are interested in learning more about the R.C.I.A. process and/or becoming an RCIA sponsor. Contact person: Sandy Lauer 419-524-2572SACRAMENTAL TEAM
Meets monthly to study church teachings and diocesan guidelines regarding the sacraments and how to implement this in our parish. Plans all sacramental retreats and meetings. Contact person: Sandy Lauer 419-524-2572 or Sheila Hershiser 419-524-2572
SMALL FAITH SHARING GROUPS
Parishioners meeting together in groups of ten to fourteen people to share their faith through scripture and prayer. These groups meet anywhere from once a week to once a month, with new groups forming for six weeks in the fall and spring. Contact person: Sandy Lauer 419-524-2572TRI-PARISH MISSION
The Tri-Parish community sponsors a mission each year sometime between October-early December. The Mission offers an opportunity for spiritual formation during the four evening presentations by invited spiritual presenters. The presenters come from across the country and bring Christ to all who are open. Each Mission has a different theme. The Mission begins on Sunday and ends on Wednesday evening. An opportunity for a social gathering is offered each evening following the Mission.TRI-PARISH RETREAT
The Tri-Parish community sponsored its first retreat in the Spring of 2006. The Tri-parish retreat is a Spiritual Experience in Christian Community designed to take participants through a reflection of self, the Church, sacramental life, and OUR community in the Body of Christ. The experience offers private and communal prayer, solitude, and meditation. It helps participants focus on Christ as the center of your Christian life. The retreat also helps us renew an understanding of the meaning of the church, sacraments, and Christian personal growth through talks and personal witness of team members. It is truly a spiritual uplifting weekend. The retreats begin on Friday night and retreatants return to conclude on Saturday. The retreat concludes with Mass and a social gathering.
FAMILY LIFEBLACK CATHOLIC MINISTRY
Assist parishes in the area of African-American catechesis; Black Catholic history celebrations; National Black Catholic Congress; retreats; support groups; workshops on racism, prejudice; and diocesan Martin Luther Kind Liturgy/Drum Major Awards. Contact person: Martha Jones 419-524-1962ENGAGED COUPLES CONFERENCE
Married couples interested in participating in the Engaged Couples Conference. Couples can act as host, cook, or presenter of talks on communication, sexuality, finance, parenting, spiritual. Couples would be involved a couples times a year on the first Sunday of the month. Contact person: John Henney 419-756-2080MOTHERS WITH YOUNG CHILDREN
The organization consists of mothers who have young children and is designed as a support group. They have a monthly meeting with a presentation on ways to be a better parent. Sharing their experiences helps each be a better parent. Contact person: Judy Tridico 419-528-3259 or Emily Togliatti 419-610-4812NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING
Seek information for planning a family or become part of the facilitators who present this to engaged couples. Contact person: Mary Johnson 419-524-9835POST-ABORTION HEALING
We have available various resources to help an individual heal from the effects of an abortion. There is a national hotline for help. Project Rachel is available to help someone who needs healing after an abortion. Also you may contact one of the priests. Contact person: "Project Rachel" Ministry 1-800-379-8867 or Parish Priest 419-524-2572RESPECT LIFE
For those who believe in Jesus Christ that they may proclaim the gospel of life with honesty and love to the people of our time. Our mission is to embrace all of life's cycle . . . from conception to natural death. Watch the bulletin for activities or call the above. Website information: (Priests for Life at www.priestsforlife.org) (U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops at www.usccb.org) (Catholic answers at www.catholic.com) (American Life League at www.all.org) (National Right to Life at www.nrlc.org) (Ohio Right to Life at www.Ohiolife.org) Contact person: Barbara Riley 419-747-3178
COMMUNITY CONCERNSCOMMUNITY CONCERNS COMMITTEE
This is an umbrella committee which oversees the activities of the St. Vincent de Paul, Helping Hands, and Feed the Needy. They meet every two months on the last Monday of the month. Contact person: Dick Renie 419-756-4483FOOD DELIVERY
Volunteers are needed on an occasional basis to take non-perishable food collected at Church and in the Parish Center to Catholic Charities. Contact person: Dick Renie 419-756-4483THANKSGIVING DINNER
This dinner is served in the high school cafeteria from 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. Volunteers are needed to cook turkeys that are provided by the parish, bake desserts, serve and/or clean in the cafeteria, and deliver meals to shut-ins. About 900 meals are served. Contact person: Dick Renie 419-756-4483HAITI ADOPTED PARISH
Steering Committee oversees fundraising and support of parish in Haiti. Contact person: Mike and Sharon Santoro 419-756-0395FEED THE NEEDY
PRISON MINISTRY
Many volunteers are needed to continue the work of providing a hot and nourishing lunch to the needy of the community on the first full week of each month, Monday through Friday, serving from 11:30 A.M. until 1:00 P.M. in the church basement. Volunteers are needed for set-up, food preparation, serving, and clean up. Contact persons: Dick and Paula Renie 419-756-4483
Working with priests and deacons of the parish, teams of parishioners assist in prison liturgies, retreats, Bible study, and other ministry to men in the local prisons. Contact person: Terry Philpott 419-526-0265 RiCI or Jim Marshall 419-524-2572 MANCI.CANDLELIGHT PRAYER VIGIL
Candlelight prayer vigila are held the evening before each state execution. The focus of this ministry is to pray for an end to violence, including the use of the death penalty. Watch the bulletin or call for further information. Contact person: Lynne Lukach 419-756-2685ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
Parishioners meet monthly to pray and prayerfully support families and individuals in need. In a Christ-like spirit of sharing, these men and women "walk with" families in need, helping them become more independent. Open to new members. Contact person: Laurie Jordan 419-524-2572
PASTORAL CAREBEREAVEMENT MINISTRY
This ministry encompasses the following areas of bereavement: assisting families ni planning the funeral for their loved one, assisting at the funerals, walking one-on-one with someone who has suffered a loss, assisting with support groups, sending cards, making phone calls, planning special liturgical celebrations during the year, death education for the parish, etc. Depending on the ministry a certain amount of training and life experience is required. Contact person: Sandy Lauer 419-524-2572FUNERAL LUNCHES
Assist in preparing food for funeral lunches and/or help set up, serving, and clean up for our funeral luncheons. This also includes those who would like to make a monetary donation for luncheon supplies and purchase of food. Contact person: Sandy Lauer 419-524-2572HOSPITAL FOLLOW UP
Visit and take Eucharist after patient returns home from hospital until they can get back to church. Contact person: Sr. Angie Hoffman 419-524-2572HOSPITAL VISITORS
Visit and take Eucharist to patients in the hospital. Contact person: Sr. Angie Hoffman 419-524-2572NURSING HOME VISITOR
Visit and take Eucharist to residents in nursing homes. Contact person: Sr. Angie Hoffman 419-524-2572PRAYER PIPE-LINE CALLER/PARTICIPANT
Call and pass on prayer intentions to parishioners who are shut in. Contact person: Angela Scurci 429-756-6417SHUT-IN VISITORS
Visit and take Eucharist to parishioners unable to get to Mass. Contact person: Sr. Angie Hoffman 419-524-2572
WORSHIPTRADITIONAL CHOIR
This ensemble rehearses weekly on Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the choirloft and sings on Sundays at the 11:30 a.m. Mass. They specialize in 4-part music, classical through contemporary, and welcome singers ages high school through adult. The choir sings for all the major festivals of the church year and presents an annual service of Advent Lessons and Carols and an annual Spring Concert. Contact person: Bill Johnson 419-524-2572
BELL CHOIR (The Bells of St. Peter's)
This is our parish adult handbell choir that rehearses on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the choirloft. We are continually learning and perfecting the various techniques of handbell playing, and also play at least once per month at a weekend Mass. We can almost always use additional players who have some note reading ability. This group keeps busy playing for the parish and the community! Contact person: Bill Johnson 419-524-2572
ST. PETER'S CHILDREN'S CHOIR
The Children's Choir rehearses regularly on Tuesday afternoon at 4:00 p.m. They sing unison and 2-part music. They generally appear monthly at a weekend Mass and sing for the First Mass of Christmas. The children learn good vocal techniques and are exposed to the music of the church year. This choir is open to children in third grade and up. Contact person: Bill Johnson 419-524-2572ST. PETER'S SCHOLA CANTORUM
A small group of 8 to 12 singers which specializes in the most traditional forms of music in the Church - Chant, Medieval Music, and Renaissance Polyphony - in addition to newer expressions of the Church's most time-honored hymn and psalm texts. The Schola provides music once a month at the Saturday 5:30 Mass and rehearses on Sundays. Contact person: Bill Johnson 419-524-2572CONTEMPORARY ENSEMBLE
This ensemble accompanies and leads the music for the Sunday 9:30 Mass. We have limited space to expand in the church sanctuary but can make room for the vocalist or instrumentalist with the right talents! This group plays through the entire year with a few weeks of vacation each summer. We have been known to sing for wedding liturgies and always appear at the Parish Picnic Mass. Contact person: Bill Johnson 419-524-2572
CANTOR MINISTRY
The cantors serve as leaders of the responsorial psalm, the gospel acclamation and any other music that requires a leading voice. A cantor must possess a clear and accurate voice and a positive appearance. A cantor is much like a lector only the cantor ministers the sung word of God. One may become a cantor after an interview and audition with the parish Music Director. Contact person: Bill Johnson 419-524-2572GREETER MINISTRY
Individuals, families and parish activity groups are all encouraged to get involved in the Greeter Ministry at St. Peter's. These ministers of hospitality assist the St. Peter's ushers with welcoming and greeting newcomers and visitors to St. Peter's liturgies on Sundays and holy days. Greeters answer questions and help visitors and newcomers feel welcome in the St. Peter's Parish family. Contact person: Cheryl Gurski 419-756-2451INSTRUMENTAL MUSICIANS
Anyone who plays a musical instrument competently is invited to share their talents with the parish community. The parish Music Director will be very interested to meet and talk with you about your talent and where it can be best utilized. Contact person: Bill Johnson 419-524-2572FUNERAL CHOIR
This choir sings for our frequent funeral liturgies. Their singing offers musical leadership and support to those who are mourning the loss of a family member of friend. The choir functions on a rather informal level and rehearses on an "as needed" basis. They maintain a calling list and gather in the choirloft to sing. This ministry serves also as an outlet for maintaining friendship contacts and fellowship. Contact person: Bill Johnson 419-524-2572AFTER-MASS COFFEE SOCIALS
Held in the Franciscan Center Atrium once a month after the 9:15 and 10:45 Masses. Everyone is invited to gather for fellowship and coffee, juice, and donuts. Coffee-Donut Team sets up, serves, and cleans up. Contact person: Knight of Columbus - Terry PhilpottKIDS' WORD
Provide Liturgy of the Word for children in grades K-4 during 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Masses from September to May. Volunteers may lead or assist. Contact persons: Dianne Stewart at 419-529-9729 or Kathy Kimmel at 419-884-0884.EUCHARISTIC MINISTER
Assists in the distribution of bread and wine, serving the community with prayerful reverence and dignity. Contact person: Angie Dillon 419-524-4178LECTOR
Reading the scripture at Eucharist. Contact person: Angie Dillon 419-524-4178LITURGICAL ENVIRONMENT ENHANCEMENT
Includes everything from banner making to flower arranging. Artistically talented parishioners are invited to share their talents by making their services available to the Parish Liturgy planning team for the execution of liturgical art work as need for the various seasons and celebrations. Contact person: Fran Leitenberger 419-884-0964LITURGICAL PLANNING
Is an on going function of the Parish staff, but parishioners are invited to participate in this process as much as possible, especially by becoming involved in seasonal planning meetings. Contact person: Fran Leitenberger 419-884-0964LITURGY COMMITTEE
Responsible for liturgical environment enhancement and liturgical planning. Contact person: Fran Leitenberger 419-885-0964MASS COORDINATOR
Assist in sacristy with preparation for Mass, usually on a regular schedule. (See Liturgy Committee)PRAYER GROUPS
There are several prayer groups which meet daytime or night. Each prayer group has its own spirit and approach to prayer.Monday Morning Rosary in church on school days 8:15 a.m.
Tuesday Afternoon Rosary in church at 1:15 p.m.
Late Wednesday Morning of the Month Rosary - Fran Leitenberger: 419-884-0964
SERVERS (ALTAR)
The ministry of server is open to children in grades 5-12. Each student must participate in a training session held annually in January. Contact person: Angie Dillon 419-524-4178SUNDAY NURSERY HELPER
Need adults or older teenagers to babysit for young children during the 9:30 A.M. and 11:30 A.M. Eucharist. This is a year round project except for certain major holidays. Contact person: Tracey Williamson 419-524-2572 or Karen Manning 419-756-5277USHER
Help welcoming, seating, and taking collection at parish weekend and special Eucharist. Contact person: Harry Baker 419-756-2699 or Melvin Switzer 419-756-8169
YOUTH/YOUNG ADULTBOY SCOUTS
St. Peter's Troop 121 has a long history of large numbers of eleven to eighteen year old boys pursuing scouting skills, strong adult leadership, and boys achieving the Eagle Scout Award. The Scouting experience if full of outdoor adventures, survival skills, service projects, leadership skills and experience and responsibilities that help a young boy mature and become a strong, confident adult, all the while making every experience a fun one. High adventure awaits you. Contact person: Scout Master Jim Cox 419-756-0088CUB SCOUTS/WEBELOS
Join the scouts. For boys first grade to sixth grade interested in outdoor activities, skill building, fun, awards, and lots of friendship. Parents and boys will be invited to a fall open house meeting. Come check us out. Contact person: Cubmaster Mike Schopieray 419-747-8599GIRL SCOUTS/BROWNIES
Girl Scouts of the United States of America (GSUSA) provides an opportunity for girls ages 5-17 to develop a high dose of leadership, friendship, and skill building. Girl Scouts help girls to achieve their full potential through quality fun-filled activities. Contact person: Kristin Blunk 419-756-9355
TEENS ENCOUNTER CHRIST
TEC is a diocesan program for juniors, seniors and one-year post high school students. It is a spiritual retreat held over a weekend and designed especially for youth. The program is held separately for boys and girls at the retreat center in Carey, Ohio. Contact person: Sheila Hershiser 419-524-2572YOUNG ADULT INFORMATION
This group is for young adults in their 20's and 30's who would like to explore their faith in a relaxed environment. This group currently meets in the Spring and Fall of the year at a local restaurant for a series of faith-filled evenings called "Theology on Tap." For more information - keep your eye on the Sunday bulletin. Contact person: Sheila Hershiser 419-524-2572 or Sister Rita Schroeder (Diocese) 1-800-926-8277YOUTH GROUP
Our Youth Group is open to every high school age student of our parish. Being a member of Youth Group is about sharing your faith with others and having fun at the same time. For more information, contact Sheila Hisherser at 419-524-2572 or check out the "Youth Group Corner" in the Sunday bulletin.
OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESALTAR PLANT/FLOWER HELPERS
Person(s) with a greenhouse or green thumb, willing to nurture plants over winter and/or rotate them. Also people willing to water (on a schedule) poinsettias-Easter lilies-orange flowers. Contact person: See Liturgy CommitteeBINGO VOLUNTEER
Friday night bingo begins at 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Sunday night bingo begins at 6:00 p.m. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. The Knights of Columbus volunteer on Sunday evenings. Bingo volunteers are always needed. Volunteers can work on floor, kitchen, or baking deserts to sell. Bingo is the major fund raiser for St. Peter's Schools. Contact person: Carla Eighinger 419-522-2773 on Fridays, Tony Nadolsky 419-525-3811 on Sundays or Mike Rohal 419-529-4531 on SundaysEASTER BAKE SALE
Volunteers needed for baking, preparation of food, selling of goods, and clean-up. Work begins a few weeks before the sale which is held annually during the Monday-Thursday of Holy Week. Contact person: Ann Brown 419-756-6983FESTIVAL COMMITTEE
The committee is in charge of organizing and running the festival. Committee begins its meetings in February and works through the festival time in July. Contact person: Chuck Zeisler 419-774-0404
FESTIVAL VOLUNTEER
Many skills and people are needed for setting up, cleaning up, and taking care of game and food booths. Festival is scheduled for the middle of July. Contact person: Parish Center 419-524-2572
FOOD PREPARATION COORDINATOR
Oversee organizing people and serving food for small receptions at different parish activities (Eucharistic Days, Parish Mission, celebrations, awards, etc.) Contact person: Missy Saprano 419-524-0373GARAGE SALE
The Spring Garage Sale brings together hundreds (thousands) of treasures from people's homes--furniture to fitness machines, collectibles to appliances, from the unusual to the rare--for a three-day sale. Workers receive items, sort, and price them as well as help run the sale. Many workers needed; always lots of fun. Contact person: Parish Center 419-524-2572GARDEN CLUB
Volunteer to weed and plant flowers around the parish buildings from Spring to Fall. Contact person: Parish Center 419-524-2572 or Sue Guimaraes 419-529-4052HERITAGE ROOM
If local history is of interest to you, this is the place to volunteer to help collect and preserve parish history. The Heritage Room is located in the former parish baptistry. Contact person: Sister Paula Bingert 419-524-2572INTER-CHURCH REPRESENTATIVE
Parishioner would represent parish at the Mansfield Inter-Church meeting and work on committee. Meetings once a month, September through June. Contact person: Patsy Saul 419-756-0892IRON CHURCH LINENS
Volunteer to wash and iron linens used in the church. Contact person: Fran Leitenberger 419-884-0964MAILING VOLUNTEER
Volunteers will stuff envelopes and put labels on them. Contact person: Vickie Palmer 419-524-2572PARISH PICNIC
Annually we have a parish picnic after an open air Mass. We need volunteers to help with the setup and preparation of the picnic area and food. Contact person: Fran Leitenberger 419-884-0964 or Eric Stone 419-529-9006PARISH PUBLICITY/PROMOTION
Need person interested in serving on publicity/promotion committee for schools. People with skills in communication, newspaper or radio/TV backgrounds would be welcomed. Contact person: Kathy Morris 419-524-2572SEAMSTRESS
Sewing, making new altar linens, banners or repairing old material. Contact person: Fran Leitenberger 419-884-0964SHROVE TUESDAY
Pancake and sausage supper. Need workers to prepare food and serve it on Tuesday before Ash Wednesday. Contact person: Terry Philpott 419-526-0265 or Fran Leitenberger 419-884-0964TYPISTS/OFFICE WORK
Person with typing and computer skills who could type for parish or school needs. Filing, copying, etc. Contact person: Vickie Palmer 419-524-2572
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONSCATHOLIC WOMEN'S CLUB
Catholic Women's Club is an organization to welcome and assist Catholic women of the Mansfield area in a social atmosphere. We meet monthly during the school year (September through May) on the second Wednesday. There is a program with a luncheon following, and it is held at various places throughout the community. (Formerly known as Catholic Newcomers.) Contact person: Brenda Star Judd 419-884-8287 or Rosemary McCue 419-756-8200DAUGHTERS OF ISABELLA
The Daughters of Isabella is an International Organization of practicing Catholic women 16 years of age and older. Our purpose is to promote Unity, Friendship, and Charity. We donate to both Civic and Religious charities. The local circle meets on the second Tuesday of each month, March through December in the Parish Center. We hold one Mass per year for the living and deceased of the membership. The local Regent is Rose Mary Martin who is also an Ohio State Trustee and the Ohio State Regent is Flo Boger also of Mansfield. Contact person: Ann Bishop 419-526-0877KA-CETS
These are any female relative along with the wives of the men who belong to the K of C and help them out at various functions they have. They meet monthly for lunch and socializing or card playing. Contact person: Jan Smith 419-545-2312KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The K of C is a fraternal organization of Catholic men, 18 years of age and over. They have monthly business meetings on the first Wednesday of every month. They sponsor numerous social events and raise funds for charitable works such as youth programs, assistance to the handicapped, religious education materials, and promoting causes of Respect for Life. Contact person: Joe Mollica 419-756-1390 or Dave Miller 419-524-1183 Club Room for rentals, etc., 419-529-5532LONE STAR SINGLES
Catholic oriented singles of all ages who meet for fun, fellowship, and spiritual growth. Approximately three functions per month; watch the bulletin for details. Contact person: Fran Leitenberger 419-884-0964SERRA CLUB
International group of Catholic men and women who promote vocations to the sisterhood, brotherhood and priesthood. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Mondays of the month. The group meets for Mass at 5:30 p.m. and the meeting begins after Mass, usually lasting until about 7:30 p.m. Contact person: Fran Leitenberger 419-884-0964
PARISH ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEESPASTORAL COUNCIL
A group of twelve parishioners meets regularly with the pastor to pray and to study on-going areas of need of the parish and how to better help the parish respond to its mission. Prospective members may be nominated or self-nominated. Then, at an orientation/information meeting, a discernment process helps select new members. Contact person: Becky Rader 419-589-4714 or Sheryl Weber 419-522-5545PROPERTY/GROUNDS COMMITTEE
This group has the task of the on-going over-sight of the physical shape of all the buildings on the parish campus. Contact person: Paul Malaska 419-524-2572CEMETERY BOARD
This committee helps advise on decisions for the care of the present cemetery and the development of the new cemetery (Prince of Peace Cemetery). Contact person: Dick Keller 419-524-6487FINANCE COMMITTEE
Working with the Finance Director, this group helps advise the pastor on financial decisions. There is an on-going review of all parish finances. In addition, the group makes recommendations on necessary purchases and expenditures. Contact person: Bob Demoise 419-524-2572