Church of the Holy Spirit  
. . . Parish Life . . . For more information contact:

Parish Life Minister  


Parish Life offers parishioners the opportunity to
participate in a variety of ministries.


            Marriage Builders
 To identify ways to promote and support marriage and to help coordinate those efforts. This ministry is made up of couples representing the various stages of the family life cycle


The Welcome Ministry
Members of this group reach  out to new members of the parish.  They create and send welcome letters and deliver gift bags for new members. They greet new members each month at coffee and donuts.  The Welcome Ministry  encourages newcomers to participate in parish events throughout the year.




 








Hospitality Committee

 Provides a friendly and hospitable atmosphere while also serving food when  hosting parish events. This group helps coordinate such events as brunches, receptions, pot lucks, “coffee and donuts” and socials.  Members of this group volunteer to plan and host a variety of events that enable us to celebrate with our parish community.


Men's Group

Offers opportunities for social and service activities, and allows time for its members to focus on day-to-day spirituality. Men can bring thoughts and experiences together on a regular basis and discuss, listen, and share them with each other.
Meeting: Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month. Members gather both at the parish and on “field trips” as scheduled.

        Women's Group
The Women’s group is a monthly gathering of women over the age of 18, who want to grow in their faith. They explore ways to bring their Catholic faith into their family, work and personal life through study, prayer, and personal sharing. Women, single, married, or widowed are invited to join.
Call or email Erin Sexton for more information E.sexton@insightbb.com –896-8820
M.O.M.S.
Mothers of young children meet for discussion, support and prayer with other mothers who are facing the rewards and challenges of raising a family.  Meetings are held on alternate Thursday mornings during the school year from 9:30am-11:00am


Spirited Citizens
This group provides social, spiritual and service activities for those 55 and older. Meetings are held on the first Friday of  every other month. Day trips take place throughout the year.



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Supper Club



Offers an opportunity to meet other parishioners, for example, brings school and non-school families together as well as the young, elders, single, etc. Four households are grouped together.




 

         Bereavement Committee
         To give support to families at the death of a loved one. Care and support are demonstrated by offering food to the families; offering prayers at the funeral home; and attending the funeral Mass. Assistance is needed in gathering meat trays, preparing and delivering salads and desserts, making telephone calls and attending services.  Follow-up cards are sent at intervals throughout the first year.