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You may learn more about some of the following ministries by clicking on the blue title of that ministry.
Accompanists
Staff Contact: Lauren Lawson | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14401
We are always in need of musicians who can accompany for Mass on either piano or organ.
Scheduling is flexible and tailored to your availability and desired level of commitment.Altar Servers
Staff Contact: Lauren Lawson | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14401
Altar Servers (grades 4 - 12) assist during Mass and other liturgies.
Baptism Assistants
Staff Contact: Andrea Simpson | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14222
Baptism Assistants welcome families for the Rite of Baptism and assist clergy in celebrating the sacrament.
Baptisms are scheduled every 2nd Saturday of the month at 5:30 pm and every 4th Saturday of the month at 11:30 am.Becoming Catholic
Staff Contact: Christina Steele | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14205
Adults
Catechists and sponsors teach and accompany adults entering the Catholic Church.
Meetings are 9am Sundays throughout the year.
Children & Teens
Catechists teach and accompany individuals, ages 8 years to 16 years, who are entering the Catholic Church.
Meetings are during the school year, 9 am Sundays.Bereavement Ministry
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
The Bereavement Ministry helps plan funerals and offers comfort and a listening ear to those in our parish who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Volunteers are needed in four separate areas:- Funeral Liturgy Planning
- Liturgical Ministers for Funeral Masses
- Funeral Lunches
- Bereavement Ministers (connecting with parishioners who have suffered a recent loss - training provided)
The Caring Center
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
The Caring Center Ministry supports Boone County families with quarterly food drives and various donation drives throughout the year.
Volunteer Leaders: Sue Bowron-White and Laura BairdChildren's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler | [email protected] | 873.2885 x14221
CLOW ministers proclaim and explain Sunday scriptures at an age-appropriate level to children (ages 4 - 2nd grade) during 10:30 am Mass on the 2nd and 4th Sundays, September - May.
Volunteer Leader: Lori Mieure
Choir
Staff Contact: Lauren Lawson | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14401
Adult Choir
This choir is open to singers of all backgrounds. Rehearsals are in the church on Wednesdays, 7 pm - 8:30 pm. The group sings at two 10:30 am Masses per month, in addition to feast days. If you can't be there every time, be there when you can! Rehearsal materials are available online for those who travel or would like to review independently.
Children's Choir
The Children's Choir is open to our youth in grades 2 - 8. Rehearsals are once per month on Sunday afternoons, 2 pm - 3:45 pm. They sing for one 5 pm Mass per month, from September through April. Participants learn about liturgy, pastoral music ministry, and basic vocal technique.Coffee & Donuts Ministry
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
Coffee and Donuts are provided to parishioners once each month. Volunteers may choose one Sunday morning to set up and serve fellow parishioners.Communion to the Homebound
Staff Contact: Deacon Tim Perry | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14605
Eucharistic Misters take the Holy Eucharist to those who are unable to leave their residence, due to health issues.
Volunteer Leader: Penny EdmondsonConfirmation Mentors
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14220
Confirmation Mentors are paired with a small group of teens who are preparing to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Meetings take place monthly.Daughters of the Immaculata
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14220
This is a high school woman's ministry for those who seek holiness by serving and sharing their faith.
Volunteer Leader: Laura Graefnitz | [email protected]Embrace Life Ministry
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
Embrace Life members promote the dignity of life and offer family-oriented activities. The Embrace Life Ministry invites all parishioners to participate in a monthly pro-life prayer campaign that includes hosting a statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Volunteer Leader: Barbara MorandEucharistic Adoration
Staff Contact: Lauren Lawson | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14401
Eucharistic Adoration committee members help promote and maintain our parish Adoration schedule.
Volunteer Leader: Kathie Lingafelter and Barbara MorandFlame of Love Cenacle
Staff Contact: Emily Meiner | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14202
Started from the diary of Elizabeth Kindelmann called the Flame of Love, this group meets monthly to pray the Rosary and study Elizabeth's diary.Front Desk Volunteer Group
Staff Contact: Joy Foster or Susan Weninger | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14111
Front Desk volunteers do various tasks for ministries and fill in for the parish secretary from time to time.Funeral Luncheons
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
Ministers help provide a post-funeral meal for families of the parish who have lost a loved one.
Volunteer Leader: Kathy BeanblossomFuneral Planning
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
Ministers help parish families plan funeral Masses.
Volunteer Leader: Barbara CarpentierGolf League
Staff Contact: Emily Meiner | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14202
The St. Alphonsus Golf League invites men and women to participate in an annual summer league.
Volunteer Leader: John NoelGrounds Hounds
Staff Contact: Tom Barbrick | maintenance@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x14501
Grounds Hounds help maintain our campus by weeding and taking care of flower gardens, etc.Haiti Ministry
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
The Haiti Ministry helps support thecommunity of St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Croix Fer, Haiti - our Twin Parish. Services include fundraising efforts, supply drives, student support, and more.
Volunteer Leader: Dr. Michelle HowensteinHammer Heads
Staff Contact: Tom Barbrick | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14501
Hammer Heads help with minor repairs and small projects on our parish campus.High School Youth Ministry
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers | [email protected] | 873.2885 x14220
Core team members lead small groups of teens in grades 9-12 on Sundays from 6p - 7:30p during the school year. There are also opportunities to help with special events and service opportunities throughout the year.Intercessory Prayer Ministry
Staff Contact: Christina Steele | csteele@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x14205
This ministry brings comfort and hope to parishioners in need of prayer. They are available to pray with anyone after the 4:30p Vigil Mass and 10:30a Sunday Mass the 1st weekend of the month. Training is available.
Volunteer Leaders:Beth Snyder and Barbara MorandKnights of the Holy Temple
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers | [email protected] | 873.2885 x14220
Knights of the Holy Temple (grades 9 - 12) is a fraternal group of young men who meet regularly in fellowship and assist during Mass and other liturgies throughout the year.
Volunteer Leader: Tom Lingafelter | [email protected]Middle School Youth Ministry
Staff Contact: Andrea Simpson | [email protected] | 873.2885 x14222
Mentors lead small groups of pre-teens and teens in grades 5-8 on Sundays from 6p - 7:30p during the school year. There are also opportunities to help with annual retreats and other special events throughout the year.Money Counters
Staff Contact: Julie Brown | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14102
Money Counters work in teams to count the weekend and special collections. Training is provided!Music
Staff Contact: Lauren Lawson | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14401
Cantors, Choirs, and Musicians provide music for Mass and other liturgies.Parish Friends
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
Parish Friends is made up of individuals who take the time to visit our homebound and nursing home parishioners.
Volunteer Leader: Jan DayPrayer Shawl Ministry
Staff Contact: Christina Steele | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14205
This ministry is an opportunity to gather in community to make shawls for anyone who is sick or suffering. Scarves, and blankets are knit and crocheted in prayer, as a tangible way to wrap individuals in God's love. Yarn or monetary donations to purchase yarn are appreciated. If you would like to join or learn more, please show at a meeting:
Volunteer Leader: Lorie Heneghan- First Wednesdays after 6:00 pm Mass in the St. Brigid Room
- Second Tuesdays after 9:00 am Mass in the Reception Room
Religious Education Catechists
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14221
Catechists teach children (pre-k - 4th grade) during weekly sessions throughout the school year. There are also opportunities to help with annual retreats and other special events.St. Monica Ministry
Staff Contact: Emily Meiner | [email protected] 317.873.2885 x14202
The St. Monica Ministry offers support and prayer for family members of fallen away Catholics.
Volunteer Leader: Eve Gill | [email protected]Saints & Spatulas
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
If you enjoy cooking, baking, serving, and all-around entertaining, this ministry is for you! Saints & Spatulas support special events throughout the year.
Volunteer Leader: Kate ShayShalom House
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
Shalom House volunteers provide sack lunches to school children in Boone County during school breaks.
They may also help pack lunches, deliver hot meals to homebound individuals in Lebanon, and/or cook and serve hot meals to children, families, and adults at the Shalom House in Lebanon.
Volunteer Leader: Anne HattonShe Shall be Called Woman (SHE)
Staff Contact: Emily Meiner | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14202
Weekly women's ministry for all ages. Meets Tuesday evenings @7p.
Volunteer Leader: Tish CroninSnow Patrol
Staff Contact: Tom Barbrick | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14501
Snow Patrol volunteers help shovel campus sidewalks on an as-needed basis.Sponsor Couples for Marriage Prep
Staff Contact: Kate Shay | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14206
Sponsor Couples mentor engaged couples during marriage preparation.Supporting Our College Students (SOCS)
Staff Contact: Emily Meiner | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14202
SOCS brings together parents and parishioners to provide support to college students through prayer and care packages.
Volunteer Leader: Sue Busse & Raphael VillavicencioThat Man is You Men's Ministry (TMIY)
Staff Contact: Christina Steele | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14205
Weekly men's ministry that brings men of all ages together for faith sharing, learning, and fellowship.
Meets Tuesday mornings @6-7:30pa.
Volunteer Leader: Chuck Wright | tmiy-[email protected]Vacation Bible School (VBS) Leaders
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler | [email protected] | 873.2885 x14221
Vacation Bible School (VBS) leaders help plan and implement a week-long children's summer program (pre-k - 4th grade). Volunteers help lead small groups, run craft stations, and help behind the scenes.
Volunteer Leader: Jill StilesWelcome Ministry
Staff Contact: Terri Delaney | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14203
Welcome Ministry volunteers reach out to new parishioners and deliver gifts on behalf of the parish.
The group hosts a tour of campus twice a year.
Volunteer Leader: Maureen DamerWidows' Group
Staff Contact: Christina Steele | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14205
On the fourth Thursday of each month, widows from the parish gather for a meal and fellowship.
Meetings are at 12 pm in the St. Robert Room.
Volunteer Leader: Sue ParsleyWorship Ministries
Staff Contact: Lauren Lawson | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14401A: Liturgical Ministries
- Altar Servers
- Altar Servers (grades 4 - 12) assist during Mass and other liturgies.
- Sacristans
- Sacristans oversee the Mass. They set up everything prior to Mass, assist liturgical ministers, as needed, during the Mass, and clean u the sacred vessels after Mass.
- Lectors
- Lectors proclaim God's Word during Mass.
- Hospitality Ministers (Ushers and Greeters)
- Greet parishioners and visitors, seat people, pass collection baskets, and more.
- Volunteer Leader: Mark Maucere
- Greet parishioners and visitors, seat people, pass collection baskets, and more.
- Eucharistic Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC)
- Confirmed Eucharistic Ministers distribute the Eucharist during Mass.
- Volunteer Leader: Kathy Gibson
- Confirmed Eucharistic Ministers distribute the Eucharist during Mass.
B: Liturgical Support Ministries
- Polish and Shine
- Laundry
- Arts and Environment
- Volunteer Leader: Laurel Tobin
C: Music Ministries
- Accompanists
- We are always in need of musicians who can accompany for Mass on either piano or organ.
Scheduling is flexible and tailored to your availability and desired level of commitment.
- We are always in need of musicians who can accompany for Mass on either piano or organ.
- Instrumentalists
- Cantors
- Adult Choir
- This choir is open to singers of all backgrounds. Rehearsals are in the church on Wednesdays, 7 pm - 8:30 pm. The group sings at two 10:30 am Masses per month, in addition to feast days. If you can't be there every time, be there when you can! Rehearsal materials are available online for those who travel or would like to review independently.
- Children's Choir
- The Children's Choir is open to our youth in grades 2 - 8. Rehearsals are once per month on Sunday afternoons, 2 pm - 3:45 pm. They sing for one 5 pm Mass per month, from September through April. Participants learn about liturgy, pastoral music ministry, and basic vocal technique.
Young Adult Ministry (ages 18-39)
Staff Contact: Emily Meiner | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14202
Young adults of the parish meet every Wednesday night for P3 (prayer, penance, pub).
The evening is structured as follows:- 6 pm Mass
- 7 pm Evening Prayer
- Fellowship
Young Families Ministry
Staff Contact: Emily Meiner | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14202
Events are planned throughout the year for parents of young children (5yrs. and younger)Young at Heart
Staff Contact: Christina Steele | [email protected] | 317.873.2885 x14205
Young at Heart is a social ministry for parishioners 55+.
Volunteer Leader: Edla Hovermale
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