ministries and groups...
ALPHA
Alpha is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed, non-threatening setting over ten thought-provoking weekly sessions, with a day, evening or weekend away.
For further information contact: Carole Tyrrell
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Altar Servers
Assist the priest during the celebration of Mass. Open to children in grades 4 and above.
For further information contact: Sandy or Terry Gibbons
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Choir / Music
Music Ministry exists to sing prayer in order to bring a fuller celebration of the liturgy to the congregation.
We encourage those with a talent and love of music to share their gifts to lead, support and enrich the assembly's sung prayer.
The Choir sings Sundays at 9:30 Mass, Holy Days and at Sacramental Celebrations. Rehearsal is Thursday at 7:30p.m. All are welcome.
For further information contact:
Alice Bucca
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Christian Formation
The ministry of educating and forming members of the parish of St. Matthew in the faith of Roman Catholicism is Christ-centered, Spirit-filled, and Church based. We strive to teach Christ, to live in the spirit of the gospel, and to evangelize members and non-members to do the same. We minister to one another in all phases of our lives from childhood through adulthood, and especially at sacramental moments.
For further information contact: Peg Donahue-Turner
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Cursillo
Cursillo is a short course in Christianity. It is intended for Christians who are looking to deepen their faith and commitment to Christ through Apostolic Action, prayer and study. Cursillo imparts the gifts of a deeper understanding of Christianity as well as a new desire to serve Christ.
For further information contact: Ginny or Chuck Dandretta
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Eucharistic Minister
Yours is service at the Lord's Reconciling Table. Eucharistic Ministers are called to minister the Body and Blood of Christ, as well attain a likeness of Christ. Eucharistic Ministers accomplish this by strengthening their faith from within and sharing it with the faithful at communion time.
As a Eucharistic Minister you will learn to become comfortable in establishing a relationship with each communicant in what is most likely the most intimate moment in the liturgy.
For further information contact: Tim Stevens
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Eyes on Jesus
This is a monthly prayer gathering where Jesus is the focus. Through scripture and song we worship and praise our God. Intercessory prayer is also offered for the needs of the parish, our families and the world.
For further information contact: Rita Tutundg
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Family Life and Marriage Enrichment (FLAME)
Its mission is to strengthen family and marriage relationships through spiritual, social and service opportunities - gathering in God's love to cultivate Christian ideals It accomplishes this by offering marriage and family courses, sponsoring recreational activities, monthly events and having potlucks.
For further information contact: Deacon Larry
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Knights of Columbus
The KoC is a fraternal, Catholic, family and community service organization dedicated to the principals of charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism. Membership is open to all Catholic gentlemen 18 years of age or older. At the local (parish) level our programs include support of the battered women's shelter, holiday food baskets to the needy at Christmas, Thanksgiving and Easter, financial support of local seminarians, support of the Big Brothers Big Sisters Association, Tootsie Roll Drives for the handicapped and many pro-life activities. We also award two $500 scholarships to deserving college students from the council.
For further information contact: Paul Elmore
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Lectors
The Liturgy of the Word, as a principal element of the Mass, contains the sacred texts of Scripture, revealing God speaking to His people. Lectors are instituted, as stated in the "General Instruction of the Roman Missal", as reader to proclaim the readings from Scripture, with the exception of the Gospel.
Lectors serve about once a month at the Mass of their choice. Lectors for a particular Mass are usually able to switch assignments among themselves. We always are pleased to enroll new lectors. Teens, seniors, men and women can serve as Lectors.
For further information contact: Leo Hart
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Martha and Mary
The Martha and Mary Ministry brings healing and support to families who have lost a loved one by providing and serving a luncheon following the funeral of one of our parishioners.
For further information contact: Jeanne Rouleau
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Prison Ministry
Volunteers work with the prison officials to allow them to present opportunities to work with the inmates either spiritually through prayer services, educationally through instruction and emotionally through counseling.
For further information contact: Marie Sommovigo
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Pro-Life Committee
This ministry promotes educational materials, petitions and special prayer days. The goal is to encourage legislation awareness and to support the diocesan and national respect life activities that inform the parish about all respect for life issues.
For further information contact: Pat Kennedy
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Race Track Ministry
This ministry works with Catholic Charities to provide hot meals to the migrant workers and their families. It functions in May through August when workers come to the Rockingham Racetrack.
For further information contact: Betty Epperson
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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and Children (RCIA/RCIC)
RCIA/RCIC is a process for adults and children who wish to pursue being baptized into the Catholic Faith (catechumens) or for those who wish to convert from another faith to the Catholic Faith (candidates). It is also a process for those adults and children who have been baptized Catholic but have not celebrated their First Communion and/or Confirmation (candidates). Children in this program are prepared to enter into regular CCD classes the following year.
For further information contact: Deacon Larry
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Sacrificial Giving Board
The purpose of the Sacrificial Giving Board is to distribute 5% of St. Matthew Parish's weekly offertory to those in need. When the Board meets, they discuss to whom monies will be donated by discerning needs locally, nationally and globally.
For further information contact: Donna Sullivan
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Shepherd's Pantry
The Shepherd's Pantry provides food assistance to the needy in our community. Volunteers stock the pantry shelves for the distribution of the food offered by the community on a weekly basis.
For further information contact: Steve & Laurie Johnson
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Social Life Committee
The Social Life Committee organizes and hosts social events for the parish assisting FLAME and other ministries and organizations as needed.
For further information contact: Roseanne Behrens
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St. Matthew's Consolers
The St. Matthew's Consolers provide, in a spirit of love and concern, for the family of a deceased parishioner. Such services as planning the details of the funeral and offering a complete meal for the family are offered. The Consolers assist in any way during the wake, the funeral Mass and even in the aftermath whenever a need may arise and can be met by their efforts.
For further information contact: Russ & Joan Gebo
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St. Matthew's Prayer Line
This is a means for parishioners to make known their need for special intentions either by phone or e-mail. These petitions are prayed for by dedicated people who commit to pray daily for the intentions of those who contact the parish. These intentions are also included in the prayers of the whole of St. Matthew's Parish Community at every Mass celebrated on Sundays and Holy Days and daily Masses throughout the year.
For further information contact: Lilah Baily
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Ushers
Prepare the pews, seat parishioners, distribute bulletins, arrange for the bringing forth of gifts, take the offerings and assist as needed at Mass.
For further information contact: Terry Gibbons
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Youth Group
St. Matthew's Youth Group is meeting on Monday evenings from 6:00 pm to 800 pm in the Parish Hall. Come and join the fun! All Junior and Senior High School Students are welcome.
For further information contact: Peg Donahue-Turner
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