STEWARDSHIP

More than Time, Talent and Treasure

Our parish patroness, Blessed Teresa of Calcutta, knew the joy of giving and extended Christian stewardship to all she served. Her idea of stewardship was that everything we have is a gift of God. As followers of Jesus we are called to recognize God as the Giver of all good gifts and to return to our Creator a portion of what we have been given.

1. Prayer and Worship Committee: with the Pastor, and the Minister of Music and Worship, guides the liturgical aspect of parish life by preparing and coordinating liturgical celebrations. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of every other month, September thru May.

2. Altar Server: adults and children (4th grade & older) serve at our Masses. A family involvement opportunity. Training provided.

3. Extraordinary Minister of Eucharist: distributes the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ at Mass. Open to confirmed parishioners. Training provided.

4. Proclaimer: proclaims the Word of God at weekend and holy day Masses. Training provided.

5. Adult Choir: high school age and older. The choir enhances worship at the 10:30 am Mass at North Lake and 10:00 am Mass at Monches. Weekly rehearsals are on Thursday nights at 7:00 pm, at both North Lake and Monches locations.

6. Instrumentalist: supports the assembly at Sunday Masses and feasts.

7. Keyboard Accompanist: accompanies children’s religious education classes and events, and occasional liturgies with children's choir, piano intermediate level; good music reading ability desired.

8. Usher: welcomes and assists worshipers at Sunday Masses and holydays. Scheduled one or two Sundays a month.

9. Greeter: assists ushers by welcoming worshipers at Sunday Masses and bringing gifts for Eucharist to the altar.

This Committee needs several volunteers, and would especially like to invite young adults and teens. All those interested in getting more information should call Bill Erickson@ 966-2191.

CHRISTIAN CONCERNS

10. Christian Concerns Committee: organizes events and projects to address the needs of the poor. Works with various charitable agencies serving the community e.g. North Lake Food Pantry, Loaves and Fishes, Hebron House, Jeremy House, Right to Life projects and the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation/Red Cloud School. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of every other month, September thru May.

Loaves & Fishes is looking for co-chairpersons. Commitment of at least two Sundays a year.

11. Franciscan Peacemakers: bake and donate homemade goods and organize and package meals for the poor.

12. St. Vincent de Paul: assists in carrying out the human concerns projects of the parish. Meets Wednesday mornings after 8:00 am Mass.Operates the North Lake Food Pantry.

This Committee is interested in new members, especially those with new ideas and new energy! We especially need help on the Franciscan Peacemakers and Corp-Care (sorting NEW clothes for the poor) and St. Vincent de Paul. Work can be done behind the scenes and at any time of the day. Interested?

Call Amy Kreuser @ 628-0709 or Jacyntha Shaw @ 538-3813

CHRISTIAN WOMEN

13. Christian Women Society: builds strong community among parish members. Projects include: Friendship Sunday, Holiday Craft and Bake Sale, New Member Welcome, Parish Picnic, Men’s Breakfast and Women’s Brunch. Meetings to be determined after the Time and Talent campaign.

14. Baker: occasionally called upon to bake cookies or desserts for special events or funerals.

15. Event Helper: assists the Christian Women’s Society with projects as needed.

This Committee would like to expand its membership—–especially to those women who typically attend Mass at the North Lake location —– to better serve its ministry. Interested women are asked to call the Parish Office @ 966-2191, and leave their name so someone may contact you.

16. Finance Committee: with the Pastor, members with finance and accounting background oversee parish financial resources. Approves the annual parish operating budget and advises Parish Council on matters pertaining to the financial operation of the parish. Meets the 2nd Tuesday of every other month, September through May.

This Committee currently is fully staffed: however, if you’d like to be considered for any future openings, please call Chuck Mazza @ 966-2191.

17. Stewardship Committee: with the Pastor, promotes the biblical concept of stewardship. Works with committee chairs in the Time and Talent Stewardship Campaign to provide volunteers for parish ministries. Guides the annual Treasure Campaign.

This Committee is very interested in volunteers who could help with our various initiatives. For more information, please call Gail or Pauline Langenfeld @ 966-1070.

We need skilled trades people who are eager to get their hands dirty! It’s also an excellent opportunity for young people interested in learning about trades and working with contractors. Attendance at meetings is secondary to getting the necessary repairs and maintenance done in a timely manner. Interested? Call Bob Cull @ 538-2495.

19. Parish Office Volunteer: assist office staff as a receptionist, project helper or with stuffing and mailing. Occasionally, as needed.

20. Mailing Committee: assists with stuffing and mailing of parish communications. Occasionally, as needed.

21. Parish Life Volunteer: writers assist in producing parish newsletter, With One Voice, and/or assist with sewing projects for liturgies, religious education or other needs.

These activities always are in the need for more volunteers! No set schedule: we meet when the work is there. Interested? Call Mary Jo @ the parish office, 966-2191.

22. Parish Council: with the Pastor, Council is the policy formulating body in all matters of the Parish. The Council provides leadership by clarifying a vision for the Parish. Council members serve a three year commitment, with discernment beginning in the Spring/Summer of 2008.

If you have any questions about this ministry, contact Mary Jo Romportl @ 966-2191.

CHRISTIAN FORMATION

23. Christian Formation Committee: with the Pastor and staff, guides the educational and spiritual formation of the parish. Promotes Christian Formation as a lifelong process aimed at personal conversion and growth in the faith. Guides sacramental preparation, adult and family, and youth and young adult formation programs and activities. Meets the second Tuesday of every other month, September thru May.

24. Religious Education Catechist: religious education teachers for preschool through high school during the school year. Training and excellent resources provided.

25. Adult Formation Volunteer: assist with scripture studies and preparation for the Advent, Lent and other liturgical year celebrations.

26. Vacation Bible School Volunteer: assist with the annual Vacation Bible School held at the parish each year in July.

27. Workcamp: each summer, teens and adults spend a week painting, repairing, etc… homes in a poor section of America. Help is needed with fund-raising, training, etc…

28. Family Events: a Lenten Family Night is a great opportunity to meet others in our parish family.

We need your help! Our many activities require constant assistance from dedicated volunteers to be successful. To find out how you can help, call Karin Frederickson @ 966-7010.

 Thank you for sharing your time and talents!

Thank you.