Parish Life
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The heart of a parish
is the Eucharist,
but the parish family
is the body that makes it
a unique and vibrant community
with an exciting parish life.
A sense of community is important to any parish. The Parish Life Ministry of St. Francis of Assisi strives to create an atmosphere that is inclusive, welcoming, and engaging. Our goal is to promote parish unity by offering diverse activities, giving any parish member the opportunity to participate in some aspect of parish life that they find interesting or fun. Through our various subcommittees, we work to build a parish family spirit and improve Christian life in our Christ-Centered community. Please acquaint yourself with the variety of services that make up our "Parish Life".
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welcome Ministry
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The Welcome Ministry would like to invite you to join the ANGEL team. The ANGEL program is designed to provide a personal guide to new parishioners; encouraging, supporting, and befriending them in their spiritual journey here at our amazing parish. ANGELS will take the new members under their wings introducing them to all aspects of Saint Francis of Assisi Parish.
Invite them to join you in attending CCW or the Knights of Columbus or perhaps to join you and your friends for breakfast or lunch. Become their companion in friendship and spirituality. This is a wonderful time to share our vibrant ministries, active prayer life and, most important of all, our Spirit-inspired community. Remember, the spirit of our parish is contagious. Accepting the role of ANGEL to a new parishioner is helping to build energy for the Holy Spirit.
For more information, please contact: Kathy Small(931) 210-4340 ~ [email protected]
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social life ministry
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The Social Life Ministry plans and implements various gatherings and activities designed for parishioners to come together and enjoy each other's company. Events may include dinners, golf outings, wine and cheese parties and other events that may be requested by our pastor or parishioners. Any parishioner may be part of this ministry.
Looking forward to an exciting new year with several events planned. Please refer to the weekly bulletin and our Events Page for upcoming events.
For more information contact:Barbara Brown
(614) 205-3958
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funeral luncheons
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For many years, Saint Francis has provided a luncheon for the bereaved family and friends after the funeral. After meeting with the funeral coordinator, a family member meets with a representative of this committee to set a menu for the luncheon. There are several choices available to them. Parish volunteers then provide set up for the luncheon, serve the meal, and clean up after; eliminating this burden from the family in their time of grief.
Each month two volunteers act as coordinators and handle the preparations for any funeral luncheons that may be scheduled that month. Training is provided to all coordinators and a list of volunteers is available to form a team of helpers for every luncheon. The system works well and monthly assignments are made in advance for the entire year.All parishioners are welcome to volunteer for this valuable ministry. We are always in need of monthly coordinators, set up helpers, servers, those willing to help clean up and bakers to provide desserts.
For more information contact:
Glenna Rodts
(931) 787-5378 ~ [email protected]
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additional services
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This ministry sews blankets to provide prayer, solace and comfort to our parishioners, their family members, or a friend who expresses a need for prayer and blessings during a difficult time in their life. The blankets are small and sewn by the ladies of the parish. They are blessed by our pastor.
Blankets are available in designs for women, men, children and babies.
To request a prayer blanket, please call:
Susan Bivens (217) 377-1798
(October thru March)
Pam McCarthy (931) 484-4683
(April thru September)
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This ministry occupies a large closet in the rectory basement where clean, used equipment, and toys for babies and children are available for loan. All items are in good condition. There are also adult rehab items such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, and other health aids for parishioners who may require them.
All items are "rent free" and available for use after signing them out. They must be returned when no longer needed. Items being returned should be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before they are brought back. We request that, during this pandemic, parishioners wear a face mask while checking out and returning items.
If this ministry can be of service to you, please contact one of the following ladies:Cathie Fugiel (931) 200-4536
Mary Ellen Kurtzman (931) 484-9126
Sue Flynn (931) 287-0561
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contact us
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Ministry Group Leader: Mary Kopmeier
931-456-2597Subcommittee Contacts Welcome: Ellen Suddith
931-707-1964Social Life: Barbara Brown
614-205-3958Funeral Luncheons: Glenna Rodts
931-787-5378Prayer Blankets: Pam McCarthy
931-484-4683Grandparents' Room: Cathy Fugiel
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Please give us a call or fill out this form if you would like to get involved in parish life activities or have new ideas to foster parish fellowship. We look forward to hearing from you.
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