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Parish Ministries St. Charles provides many opportunities for parishioners to become involved in everyday ministry activities. Here is an alphabetical listing of current ministries. For further information, a contact person is listed for each ministry. If you are unable to reach the contact person. please call the Parish Office 228-7635 or E-Mail the parish. All phone numbers listed below are in the 419 area code. Click on the item below for more information. Bereavement Committee Individuals on this committee meet with families to assist them in planning the funeral liturgy for a parishioner who has passed away. We also organize an annual parish memorial service. Cursillo The primary objective of the Cursillo Movement is to develop in adult Catholic Christians a consciousness of their power and mission to become leaders in the work of Christian renewal and to sustain them as they provide a Christian haven in civic, social, and economic life. Engaged Couples Conference This conference is a one day preparation for those couples planning to be married. It is an experience centered learning process in which a couple listens and communicates with each other and other couples. Conferences are scheduled throughout the year. Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity builds affordable homes for lower income families. Local Habitat for Humanity works with the Catholic collaborative to provide house plans, construction documents, and the supervision needed to complete construction of each house. Many volunteers with various skills and abilities are needed to complete a house. You'll enjoy working with other Catholics and living out your own faith. Knights of Columbus The K of C provides members and their families with volunteer opportunities in service to the Catholic parishes of Lima, their communities, families, and young people. Landscape Committee This group of volunteers care for the various flower beds around the church, church office, rectory, and school grounds. Your ideas and "green thumb" are welcome. Lima Life Teen Lima Life Teen is a Catholic spirituality program for high school youth that uses the Mass, prayer, Eucharistic adoration and Life Nites to develop and understand the love of God in their lives. Major focus is on a youth Mass with up-beat music and special homilies at 6:00 PM on Sunday evenings during the school year. Following mass there is an informal meal followed by a program called Life Nite which takes the message of the gospel and relates it to current issues. For further information please contact the Youth Director at 419-228-7635. Liturgy Liturgist and Musical Director Ruth Fosnaugh 228-7635 Vocal and bell choirs (adult and children), cantors Sacristan/Associate Liturgist Trudy Gossard 228-7635 Sacristy, Mass servers (adult and children), Lectors,Eucharist Ministers, Ushers, Sacristy Workers, Linen Ladies Liturgy of the Word for Children and God Squad "The Liturgy Spotlight" from LITURGICAL MINISTRY (summer 2000) states, "Children learn well through their bodies--bodily engagement is a major mode of learning. The more the liturgy makes use of the senses, the more it is 'embodied'; the more the children who are present will be immersed in the Christian tradition." With this in mind, we share the message of God's Word through discussions, visuals, active songs, puppetry, and by acting out the readings of the homily. We provide an opportunity for the children to personally reflect on God's Word which is presented at a level they can understand. Liturgy of the Word for Children is offered at the 9:15 AM Mass. We need adult volunteers to help with planning, scheduling, setting up tables, distributing children's name tags before mass, and clean up. God Squad members (5th grade students and older) are always needed as cantors, greeters, lectors, actors, puppeteers, and singers. For further information please contact the Coordinator of Religious Education at 419-228-7635. Maintenance Committee The maintenance committee plans and coordinates the Annual Volunteer Maintenance Day, a day for the parishioners to join in fellowship while performing tasks such as cleaning, painting, and minor repairs on the church and school grounds. This committee also helps periodically with small maintenance projects. Men's Fellowship We are committed men, principally Catholic, who recognize our need for God's help. We gather in Christ's presence in an atmosphere of trust, equality, and anonymity to share personal feelings and experiences. We unconditionally accept each other and prayerfully support one another. We join in prayer, fellowship, scripture readings, and meditation. Nursing Home Monthly Mass & Rosary Please contact Sr. Elisbeth if you are interested in this ministry. 419.228.7635 Nursing Home Sunday Eucharistic Ministry Trudy Gossard 228-7635 Office Volunteers Office volunteers assist the administrative staff with tasks such as mailings, filing, answering phones, and copying documents. For additional information please contact the office at 419-228-7635. Prayer Requests The intercessory prayer group offers prayer support of numerous parishioners who have pledged to pray daily for the needs of our fellow parishioners, families, and friends. For prayer requests or to become involved with this group please contact the parish office. Pro Life Groups Heartbeat - Providing assistance to pregnant women through counseling and child care needs. 419-222-7945. Right To Life Society - Providing education and legislative support to ensure the protection of the right for all to live. 419-226-9576. PSR The parish school of religion assists and supports the parents of students who attend public school as they nurture the gift of faith in their children. It is our goal that as the children hear the gospel message, they will respond to the presence of God and continually seek to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. The classes instruct the child in the traditions of the Roman Catholic Church, the mysteries of the faith and provide sacramental preparation. Classes meet each Sunday from 10:20 - 11:15 AM in the Parish Elementary School. For more information please contact the PSR Director at 419-228-7635. RCIA RCIA is an open invitation for an adult who is non-baptized, baptized in another Christian Church, a baptized Catholic who never received further training for Confirmation and Eucharist, or for those interested in knowing more about the Catholic Church, with or without the intention of becoming a member. RCIA is a community experience in Catholic Christian growth. Classes for children who need to receive the sacraments are also offered. For further information please contact the Coordinator of Religious Education at 419-228-7635. RCIA For Children RCIA for children provides spiritual formation for unbaptized children or for families with children baptized in other faiths who wish to enter the Catholic Church. For more information please contact the Coordinator of Religious Education at 419-228-7635. Renew Renew 2000 and Beyond is offered for six weeks during the Advent and Lent seasons. Small Group Faith Sharing is a powerful vehicle for adult faith strengthening. It will prepare you for the Sunday readings and is a good foundation for parish life. For further information please call the Coordinator of Religious Education at 419-228-7635. Rosary Please come and join fellow parishioners who pray the rosary every weekday after Mass in the Mother Seton Wing. Senior Housing - Hanley House The Hanley House is a group home for people who are 55 years and older. The residents are provided assistance with meals and everyday activities. Volunteers are needed to socialize with residents and take them off site for shopping and errands. Serra Club Serra Club of the Lima Deanery is an organization of Catholic men and women who actively encourage young people to consider the Priesthood, the Deaconate, or the vowed religious life. The Serra Club draws its membership from the entire Lima Deanery: Allen, Putnam, and Van Wert counties. The club provides vocation information to parishes and supports seminarians, priests, and Catholic youth groups. Soup Kitchen Parishioners help in the area soup kitchens with cooking, serving and cleaning: Christian Corner Community Center. St. Vincent De Paul The St. Vincent DePaul Society serves the poor. This service refers clients to appropriate social agencies and provides tangible assistance such as food, clothing, temporary lodging and gasoline. All volunteers are given training. The time involvement is up to each individual; one day a week or month. The Chimes The Chimes is a parish newspaper, issued six times per year, connecting the people of our Lima Catholic Community by providing relevant information about our faith and the religious events happening in our parish and our community. The Edge The Edge is a Catholic spirituality program for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade youth that seeks to develop their understanding of God's love in their lives. For further information please contact the Youth Director at 419-228-7635. Vacation Bible School One week of the summer is spent with children, preschools through 4th grade, singing, dancing, and teaching the Good News through meaningful learning activities. Crafts, puppetry, and Bible skits encourage children to learn about God in a fun, exciting way. Youth and adults are needed to plan and execute this event. For further information please contact the Coordinator of Religious Education at 419-228-7635. Visitation of Sick, Elderly and Shut-ins Volunteers are needed to visit regularly with parishioners who are confined at home, a hospital, or a nursing home. This ministry brings the Eucharist to some and offers friendship and support to all. Website Committee The website committe promotes the parish and its ministry through maintenance and updates of the website. |