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St. Andrew Catholic Church
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Ministries To help find a ministry suitable for you, we have listed the groups using some general descriptive terms. To find out more about these groups, please contact the Rectory. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Virginia Lopez, Director of Religious Education
Faith FormationFaith formation describes the experience of understanding our faith. St. Andrew parishioners recognize that our faith journey is a life-long process; therefore, education and spiritual development must not end. We strive to enrich our faith experience with retreats, group study, small community interaction, and with formal and informal faith-sharing. Below are some faith formation options: Faith Formation Classes Virginia Lopez and Vy Parkinson Catechists and aides volunteer their time and talent to provide religious instruction for the children of our parish. (K – 8th grade) Youth GroupYouth Ministry offers holistic ministry to all High School youth in the parish. The term holistic means that we attempt to offer a religious education opportunity that focuses not only on the traditional learning, but also reaches out by offering social, spiritual and service opportunities with which these young people can be involved. M.O.M.S. (Ministry of Mom’s Sharing) Cissy Tanon Sacramental Preparation Kristy KivenasSpecial family-centered programs are provided to prepare for First Eucharist, First Reconciliation, Confirmation and Baptism.St. Andrew Catholic School Dr. Kathleen Kiley Our parish supports a full Pre-K3 through grade 8 education, steeped in quality academics, service, and faith formation, carried out in a multi-cultural environment. CHRISTIAN INITIATION Virginia Lopez Do you know someone: who longs for a deeper relationship with God? - who is thinking about joining St. Andrew faith community? - who would like to receive all sacraments of initiation, BAPTISM, CONFIRMATION, EUCHARIST? This process, a conversion experience, is known as Christian Initiation is available to Catholics and non-Catholics who are interested in possibly becoming full members of the Catholic community. This continuing conversion then leads the newcomer to serving others. LITURGYLiturgy Committee Pastor Supervision Serves as an instrument to enhance prayerful liturgical celebrations in our parish to give glory and praise to God. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion The members of this ministry assist the Presider in administering the Eucharist to parishioners during parish liturgies. Eucharistic ministers also distribute the Eucharist to the hospitalized, homebound and those residing in our local nursing homes. Training provided. Reader Ministry Gretchen Demps Simmons The purpose of the Lector is to proclaim the Word of God effectively. This does not demand professional training. More important is the willingness to attend reliably and prepare for the readings conscientiously. Assistance is available for those who seek to improve their speaking skills. You are encouraged to consider becoming a Lector. It is a good way to meet a number of your fellow parishioners, to become involved in the community, and is a concrete way to exercise your baptismal commitment to proclaim the Word. Ministry of Hospitality Fitz ThomasWhat does a Minister of Hospitality do? Greets those gathering for the celebration of Mass; places Sunday bulletins in appropriate places; smiles a lot; helps to foster a warm, friendly atmosphere at Mass; greets newcomers; encourages new parishioners to register; and is available for Holy Day liturgies and other special liturgies. Those who are involved in the Ministry of Hospitality help make our community a warm, welcoming place by greeting all that attend the Sunday or other liturgies. Greeters welcome people and occasionally distribute literature. Hospitality Ministry is open to all parishioners. Music Ministry Carl MaultsByThe St. Andrew Music Ministry has a place for you! If you have a love of music, like to sing (and can match pitches), want to learn more about the church through liturgy and song, and want to serve, your parish family invites you to this ministry. By joining our hearts with the beauty
of sound, this ministry gives voice to our faith through the art of music.
Through our hymns and acclamations, the singing of our choirs, and the sounds of
our instruments, music enables us to touch the very mysteries of God as we unite
together in prayer. Parish boys and girls grade 5 and above who would like to help enhance the worship of our faith community...and their families. What is Altar Server all about? · It is a ministry in the church. · It is a family ministry. · It is about being of service to the church gathered together in prayer. · It is a way to learn more about liturgy and Catholic ritual. · It is like being on any other team... your effort counts in the smooth worship of the community. SPIRITUALMinistry to the Sick Evelyn MuirParishioners visit hospitals, family homes, and nursing homes each week to distribute Communion and minister to the spiritual needs of the sick. These Eucharistic visits also bring the comforts of both prayer and conversation in a loving spirit to those who are suffering and may be struggling to keep hope in their life. Helping to meet the spiritual needs of the sick is a privilege and gift for some very special people. Bereavement Ministry Ellen BolvesWhen a death occurs, life for those who live on changes forever. The Church recognizes this change and offers hope and comfort to those who grieve the loss of a loved one. As Jesus comforted Mary and Martha, the parish community can reach out to comfort those who mourn. In response to our Catholic Christian faith, our ministry offers guidance, information, group support, and funeral liturgy preparations to assist persons on the journey from grief to healing. Men’s Faith Sharing Prayer Group Frank NiemasThe Men's Group gathers as a community each Friday morning and begins with prayer and scriptural-based reflection, followed by a discussion of issues that impact the participants as individuals and affect their spiritual well being. Meetings are open and new membership is always welcome. COMMUNITYThe National Council of Catholic WomenThe National Council of Catholic Women is a federation of 7,000 Catholic women's organizations representing millions of Catholic women across the country.Today, NCCW is composed of affiliated parish or area women's groups, and diocesan and national organizations, as well as supporting members. The organization acts through these affiliates to support, educate and empower all Catholic women in spirituality, leadership and service. The Knights of Columbus (KOC) Don AbateThe Knights of Columbus (KOC) was founded in 1882 by a 29-year-old parish priest, Father Michael J. McGivney, in the basement of St. Mary's Church in New Haven, Connecticut. Today, more than a century later, the Knights of Columbus has become the largest lay organization in the Catholic Church. Men’s Club Bruce AustA service-oriented group of men who help meet many temporal needs of our parish. Men and women of the parish serve a three-year term to assist the Pastor and community in creating, planning and evaluating parish goals and objectives. The St. Vincent de Paul Society of Orlando Sheila Rhea The St. Vincent de Paul Society of Orlando is a nonprofit, social service organization dedicated to serving people in need, regardless of race or religion. SVDP offers assistance to those who have fallen upon times of hardship and personal crisis. Ways in which SVDP helps include providing food, clothing, housing assistance, utility assistance, furniture, and even funeral expenses. The Knights of Peter Claver, Inc. Reggie SimmonsThe Knights of Peter Claver, Inc. is a National Catholic Fraternal Organization comprised of Men, Women, Young Men and Young Ladies. Our purpose is to render services to God and His Holy Church by planning, promoting, sponsoring and executing commendable works of Catholic Action wherever and whenever possible. Community Neighborhood Apostolate Phoebe Hughes St. Andrew is affiliated with 17 other Christian congregations throughout Orlando. In this apostolate, leaders are developed through faith-based community organizing training, in order to empower people for democratic action to improve the quality of life in our communities. Bautismo Diaconos: Rafael Hernandez/Freddy CruzCoro Antonio RosadoUjieres Louis Ramos Servidores del altar Maria Gómez Ministros de la Santa Comunión Virginia Lopez Lectores Miriam Rosado Juan XXIII Martha Correa New Spanish Choir José Lugo Spanish Choir Adrian Gonzalez Renovación Carismática Eduarda Naveo
Cub Scouts - Doug Dobbs Girl Scouts Home & School Assoc. – Marie Blackwell Senior Citizen Group - Julie Smith Single's Dance - Josie Davis (Third Saturday of every month St. Andrew Parish Center 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm)
For more information on any of these ministries and organizations, please call the Rectory at (407) 293 – 0730. If you see a need that is not being met, please bring it to our attention along with suggestions on how to fulfill that need. We invite you to be active in your parish. You’re Always Welcome At St. Andrew
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