OrganizationsParish CouncilThe Parish Council, with the Pastor, is a coordinating and unifying leadership group which enables the individual members of the parish to have access to the processes which guide and support parish life. This is accomplished through Spiritual Formation, Parish Planning, Policy Development and Communication with the parish family and the larger Church. Council meetings are announced in the bulletin and are open to the entire parish.
President: Susan Kamphaus, skamp50@cox.net Finance CouncilThe Finance Council exists to work with and advise the pastor regarding the finances of the parish and the status of the buildings and grounds. Meetings are announced in the bulletin.
President: Lee Breidenstein, lee_breidenstein@yahoo.com Knights of ColumbusThe Knights of Columbus is a fraternal order of Catholic Men who assist the pastor in various ways. Men who are 18 years of age or older are invited to join. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month at the K of C Hall at 126 W. Seventh Street.
Grand Knight: Steve Ricker, haysky1@cox.net Art & EnvironmentThe Art and Environment committee takes pride in creating an environment consistent with the liturgical calendar year. All flowers and alter cloths are purchased by the generous donations from our parishioners and committee members volunteer their time. We offer assistance for weddings held in the church.
Coordinator: Ellie Dillon, 785-238-7762 St. Mary's Cemetery AssociationPresident: Sr. DJ Rak, CSJ, 785-223-5529
Circle IA fellowship of Christian women that meet for social gatherings, prayer, and ministry. Circle I announces their meeting times in the bulletin.
President: Josephine Rago, 785-238-6246 Circle IVA fellowship of Christian women that meet for social gatherings, prayer, and ministry. Circle IV meets on the second Thursday of the month at 7 pm in the Rectory Meeting Room from September - May.
President: Vicki Konrade, vkonrade@yahoo.com Living Water MinistryThis ministry meets the first Monday of each month at 6:00pm in the Building C Multipurpose Room. Please contact Sandy Leistner at kurtandsandy@embarqmail.com or 785-210-7713 if you'd like to get involved!
Prayer ChainThe prayer chain is available for anyone wanting to request prayers for specific intentions.
Coordinator: Judy Rosa, 785-223-3881 or jrosa3940@cox.net |
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