ECHO – ADULT FAITH & MINISTRIES

Catechetical Leadership Committee

Holy Spirit parish provides catechetical programs for parishioners of all ages and stages of life—children, youth, and adults. These programs provide participants with the opportunity to grow spiritually, deepen their faith, and strengthen their relationship with God. Representatives from all parish catechetical programs and age groups in the parish meet eight times a year to identify needs, set goals and coordinate the lifelong catechesis in the parish. Contact Ginny French, chair, at 796-8788, Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate or Carol Kunkel, Director of Faith Formation, 842-7777.

ECHO Steering Committee

Whole Community Catechesis is a team approach to providing life long catechesis for all ages, focusing on the relationship between liturgy and catechesis as well as households, school, parish life and community outreach. Small faith sharing groups and intergenerational catechesis assemblies are an important dimension of Whole Community Catechesis.  If you would like more information on our whole community catechesis – ECHO – please contact Gerry Otto, Steering Committee Chair, 843-1073, or Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.

Scripture / Faith Sharing / Book Discussion Groups

There are a variety of prayer groups and faith sharing groups available at Holy Spirit.  Some meet monthly, some in homes and others at the parish. Maybe you would like to find out about starting a new group! Resource materials and training are provided. Contact Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.


Christian Initiation of Adults / Children

This is the process used by the Church to welcome and catechize those who wish to learn more about the Catholic way of life and those who seek to become Catholic. Inquiry sessions are held every Thursday evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Questions of life, faith, and Catholic prayer and practice are discussed and shared with the members of the parish and pastoral team. Contact Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777; Barbara DeFebbo, 781-5915; Nancy Pattison, 542-2253.

Special inquiry sessions for uncatechized children and youth and their parents are held as needed. Families are invited to join peers in parish activities/programs. Catechists and sponsors guide the process of initiation and rites; celebrations are coordinated with the rites for adults preparing for initiation and youth preparing for confirmation or Eucharist. Contact Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.

Ministers of Care to the Sick

Eucharistic Ministers take communion to the sick and homebound on Fridays at 9:00 a.m. and on Sundays after the 8:00 a.m. mass. If you desire a Eucharistic Minister to come to your home, or if you would like to help with this ministry, contact Kelly Lewis, Pastoral Assistant or Fr. Ray Goetz, Parochial Vicar at 842-7777.

Marriage Prep Sponsor Couple Team

As part of the marriage preparation program, engaged couples may meet with a married couple in the parish for four/five sessions and discuss aspects of married life. Training is provided. Contact Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, or Fr. Jerry Riney, Pastor, 842-7777.

Marriage Enrichment Team

Programs conducted throughout the year to enrich marriage. Contact Kelly or Clinton Lewis, 842-0478.

Ministry of Praise

The Ministry of Praise is a ministry of prayer. It is for those in our parish community who cannot fully participate in the sacramental and day-to-day faith life of our parish family. This ministry is for the homebound, sick and any of our faithful who feel the need to be involved but cannot physically participate. Those involved are given a book of prayer and an olive wood cross that they are to wear; they are asked to pray daily for the needs of our parish, our community and our world. Contact Jan and Don Mott, co-chairs, 796-8523.

Natural Family Planning

If you would like more information on natural family planning or are interested in volunteering with this ministry, please contact Martha Winn at 796-2972.

Meals for Moms

Parishioners prepare and deliver meals to families with newborns. If you want to help, or if you just had a baby, call Danissa Lewis, 846-3020 or Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.

Financial Peace University

Dave Ramsey's 13 week course is offered to the community one or two times a year. It is designed to offer financial advice, from budgeting to building wealth, for singles and couples enhancing their financial future. Childcare is available. Contact Jonathan Estes, 791-8838.

DivorceCare

Participants meet regularly for discussion/support program on issues facing a divorced or separated Catholic. Newcomers always welcome. Contact Mary Lou Kirby, Facilitator, 901-0106.


Baptism Preparation Team

Prior to the baptism of infants, parents are invited to participate in baptismal formation, which includes an interview with the pastoral team and a group session with a team of couples. Contact Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.

Koinonia Leadership Team

Koinonia is a Christian weekend retreat for adults based on “the Good News” fellowship, participation and community. It is led and coordinated by a team of parishioners and pastoral ministers. Participants go home at night. For dates of next weekend retreat, registration or more information, contact Leslie Pfingston, 779-8017, or Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.

Prayer Chain

The purpose of the prayer chain is to use the mighty power of intercessory prayer whenever there is a need in the lives of parishioners, their families, friends and our community. Contact Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

If you would like more information on the prayer shawl ministry or are interested in volunteering with this ministry, please contact Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.

Parish Health Ministry

Parishioners experienced in the health field do not do traditional “hands on” nursing but share their time and talents reaching out in compassionate service to members of the parish community to provide health education (CPR, First Aid, Health Fairs), flu shots, blood pressure checks, and healing prayer services. To request service or volunteer, contact Judy Dobernic, 781-4805 or Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.


Funeral Meals

Parishioners prepare and serve a meal in the parish hall following a funeral. Parishioners can bring food or help set up and clean up. Contact Debbie Cook, 781-0445; Tanya Gries, 782-0727; Sharon McKay, 901-1815.

Friendship Club

Widows meet for friendship, and social trips. Activities planned by the group. Contact Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.

Catholic Women’s Organization

The CWO promotes friendship and spiritual growth for its members as well as helping others through charitable works. Meets third Tuesday beginning with 6:00pm Liturgy of the Word with Communion Service, followed by a meeting in the Parish Hall. All women are welcome! Contact Lori Lewis, Chaplain, 842-7777.

Parish Library

The library is open when the Parish Office is open. Books, DVD’s cassette tapes, and videos (for adults and children) are available on the following subjects: scripture, theology, spirituality, prayer, liturgy, family life, marriage, parenting, saints, Catholic beliefs, Christian psychology, church history, women, youth ministry, catechesis, religious novels, morality, pastoral care, and ministry. Donations are always welcome. Volunteers prepare books/videos/tapes for circulation. Contact Barbara Harkey, chair, 393-0085 or Lori Lewis, Pastoral Associate, 842-7777.