Organizations

Parish Council

The 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. T Council meetings are held on the fourth  Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Rectory Meeting Room are open to parishioners.

Current council members include:
Cindy Lamberty, President
Susan Kamphaus, Vice-President
Shannon Rosauer, Secretary
Mica Stites
Dan Culbertson
Jane Handlos
Ricardo Vieyra
Russell Wilson
Tom Hollis
Philip Madrigal

Finance Council

The Finance Council exists to work with and advise the pastor regarding the finances of the parish and the status of the buildings and grounds. The council meets the third Wednesday of each month at 5:00 p.m in the Rectory Meeting Room.

Current council members include Maureen Gustafson, President; Tina Barker; Bob Cervera; Kim Coy; Jimmy Jenkins; and Larry Schmidt.

Knights of Columbus

The 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.

Charles Cherry, Grand Knight

Art & Environment

The 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.  

Ellie Dillon, Coordinator
​785-238-7762

St. Mary's Cemetery Association

DJ Rak, President
785-223-5529

Circle I

A fellowship of Christian women that meet for social gatherings, prayer, and ministry.  Circle I announces their meeting times in the bulletin.

Josephine Rago, President
785-238-6246

Circle IV

A 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.

Mary Anne Vieyra, President
785-238-3286

Living Water Ministry

This ministry meets the first Thursday of each month at 7 pm in Building C. 

Sandi Adams, Coordinator
785-375-4393

Prayer Chain

The prayer chain is available for anyone wanting to request prayers for specific intentions.  

Judy Rosa, Coordinator
785-223-3881 or jrosa3940@cox.net