Stewardship

"So, like good stewards...put your gifts at the service of one another, each in the measure you have received." -- 1 Peter 4:10

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Stewardship in Action

CCD, Youth Ministry, Library, LIFE Teen, Little Rock Bible Study, RCIA, Vacation Bible School Altar Servers, Altar Society, Children's Liturgy, Choir, Eucharistic Ministry, Homebound Ministry, Laudators, Lectors, Liturgy Committee, Master of Ceremonies, Prayer Group, Rosary Group, Transportation Committee, Ushers, Welcome back, Catholics! Always our Children, Baptismal Catechesis, Bereavement Committee, Golden Circle, Helping Hands, Hospital Visitation, Men's Mass, Meals on Wheels, One in the Lord, Prison Ministries, St. Vincent de Paul, Keenagers, Sponsor Couples, Singles Group, Remarriage prep, Welcoming Committee, Women's Guild Bishop's Faith Appeal, Finance Council, Parish Council, Parish Picnic, Stewardship Committee Catholic Daughters of America, DAWN, Hospitality, Knights of Columbus, Lay Dominicans, United Board of Missions


 
Education
CCD Aides
To assist teachers in Religious Education classes. 
(High school to adult individuals who are currently practicing their Catholic faith)
Sharlyn Spell 722-0421		 CCD Teachers
To teach the youth of our parish the Catholic doctrine and to share their own faith experience and how to apply it individually. 
(High school to adult individuals who love children, are currently practicing their Catholic faith and willing to share it with others.)
Sharlyn Spell 722-0421
High School Youth Ministry
To provide an environment for students to grow spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, and socially in a Catholic, Christian setting.
(Must be a 9th-12th grade student.)
722-0421		 Jr. High Youth Ministry
To promote spirituality and fellowship among middle school students.
(Must be a 5th-8th grade student.)
Carolyn Butler 727-8494
Library
To provide parishoners with both videos and books to enhance their Catholic faith (available for children as well as adults).
Rhonda Aguillard 722-6824		 LIFE Teen Core Staff
To provide an environment for 9th-12th grade students to grow spiritually, emotionally, intellectually and socially in a Catholic, Christian setting.
722-0421
LIFE Teen C.I.T. (Core in Training)
To aid the Core Staff in planning and executing LIFE nights and LIFE Teen Retreats.
Existing membership includes those who have graduated from high school, but are not yet 21 yrs. of age and are practicing Catholics.
722-0421		 LIFE Teen Music
To enhance the LIFE Teen Mass through the prayerful ministry of music.
722-0421
LIFE Teen Support Staff
To provide the LIFE Teen Program with fundraising, advertising, and "behind-the-scene" support.
722-0421		 Little Rock Bible Study
Leads to better understanding of Scripture and deepens awareness of how the Bible can be applied to daily life. Aids personal prayer and study.
(Any parish member)
Rita Frederick 724-0571
Delma Kline 722-0733
Derick Drummond 722-3413
R.C.I.A. Sponsors
To travel the journey with the Elect, be supportive, understanding, and there for them.
(Must be a Catholic in good standing [practicing Catholic] usually from St. Charles Parish)
Claudia Barras 722-7182		 R.C.I.A. Team
(New members not required at this time)
Organize, teach and introduce those wishing to become Catholic to the Catholic doctrine.
(Catholic in good standing with the Church and a willingness to devote the amount of time to this program.)
Claudia Barras 722-7182
Vacation Bible School
To provide young children with activities during the summer based on the stories in the Bible and give them an opportunity to experience time in a Christian setting.
(4 years old through 4th grade)
Sharlyn Spell 722-0421		 St. Charles Home Page
Liturgy and Spiritual
Altar Servers
To assist the priest at Liturgy, especially Mass. 
(Parish Youth, 4th-7th Grades)
Fr. Dan Malain 722-3413		 Altar Society
Promotion of love of God, neighbor, fostering family life, love and care for the adornment and cleanliness of God's house; promote frequent attendance at Mass. 
(Female Parishioners, 18 years or older)
Kitty Genuardi 722-5407
Children's Liturgy
To make the celebration of Mass meaningful to young children. 1st and 3rd Sunday at 11:30 Mass
(All children, 5-10 years old)
Kristi Sorenson 721-5049
Derick Drummond Drummond 722-3413		 Choir (4:30 p.m.)
To complement the Liturgy and encourage participation of the congregation
(A good singing voice. Familiarity with routine songs would be helpful, since we practice only on Saturdays before Mass.)
Jan Talley 722-2589
Choirs (7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.)
Serve Mass through music by helping the congregation participate in the celebration.
(Attend one practice a week; come to Mass 30 minutes early to warm up before Mass.)
Chris Marze 727-1249		 Choir (Youth)
To involve our young people in the celebration of Mass by giving their talent of voice to their church.
(2nd-6th graders; practice once a week for 45 minutes, and participate at one Youth Mass [11:30 a.m.] Be at the Mass 30 minutes early to warm up.)
Chris Marze 727-1249
Eucharistic Ministry
Help distribute Communion during Mass.
Must be a parishioner and active member in full communion with the Catholic Church.
Carolyn Allen 722-0963		 Homebound Ministry
Bring Communion to the sick and homebound.
(Practicing Catholic and parish member)
Carolyn Broussard 727-4309
Laudators
To pray for the needs of our parish and diocese.
Those who are unable to attend Mass and are willing to offer their suffering and prayers on a daily basis.
Derick Drummond 722-3413		 Lectors
To proclaim the "Word."
Must be able to read in front of an audience of people. Auditions held before becoming a Lector.
Beverly Broussard 729-9656
Liturgy Committee
(New members not required at this time.)
Plan liturgies and decorate Church for events. Plan music, schedules and train the different ministries. 
Must be a member of the parish and appointed.
Carolyn Allen 722-0963		 Master of Ceremonies
To assist the priest and direct Altar Servers at Liturgy, especially at Mass.
(Parish Youth, 8th-12th graders)
Vernon Drummond 722-3413
Prayer Group
Join with others in prayer, song, Scripture and fellowship, while open to the Gifts of the Holy Spirit within the Church today.
Meet in Day Chapel at 7 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month.
(Anyone welcome)
Vernon Drummond 722-3413		 Rosary Group
To pray for the needs of the parish, diocese and church.
(Anyone welcome)
Gus & Vi Guillot 722-7759
Transportation Committee
(New members not required at this time.)
Provide transportation every Sunday to those unable to drive to Mass.
Available on Sunday for the 9:30 a.m. Mass pick-up.
Vernon Drummond 722-3413		 Ushers
Serve as Ministers of Hospitality at weekend Masses: welcoming, facilitating seating at Mass, help with the collection and distribution of bulletins.
(Open to all members of the parish)
Fr. Michael Baluyot 722-3413
Welcome Back, Catholics!
To encourage and welcome Catholics who have been away from the church to "return" home.
(Open to anyone)
Fr. Dan Malain, Derick Drummond 722-3413		 St. Charles Home Page
Social and Service
Always Our Children
Catholic support group for parents and grandparents of homosexual children.
(Parents and grandparents of homosexual children; meets once a month.)
Fr. Dan Malain 722-3413		 Baptismal Catechesis
To prepare parents for children's Baptism.
(Must be registered members of the parish and assist at classes on the 1st Sunday of the month.)
Derick Drummond 722-3413
Bereavement Committee
To provide a meal for the family of the deceased member of the parish on the day of the funeral.
(Members of St. Charles Parish)
Rita Galla 722-5685		 Golden Circle
Visit residents of Golden Triangle Nursing Home; assist at Mass and Communion Service; bring Communion to in-room residents.
(Anyone welcome)
Anita McClintock 722-1219
Helping Hands
To help those who have limited family support in areas of transportation to doctor, dentist, grocery store, post office, etc. To provide sitting with spouse or running errands.
(Anyone willing to share their time)
Dora Siragusa
Derick Drummond 722-3413		 Hospital Visitation
(New members not required at this time.)
Bring Communion to people who are sick in the hospital.
Should be a Eucaristic Minister.
Syble Simon 722-2924
Men's Mass & Discussion Group
Foster worship, fellowship and discussion among the men of the parish.
(Open to all men of the parish)
Derick Drummond 722-3413		 "Meals on Wheels" (Parish Participation)
Bring hot meals to shut-ins.
(Any parish member)
Wilson Frederick 724-0571
One in the Lord
Marriage Preparation Program
To prepare engaged couples for the Sacrament of Marriage.
(Couples willing to share their experience of marriage in the areas of adjustment, community, intimacy and spirituality)
Derick Drummond 722-3413		 Prison Ministry
Bring Jesus (Word & Eucharist) to those in prison.
(Adults 18 yrs & older, who have a devotion to this ministry; requires a TB test.)
Dallas Broussard 727-4309
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Help people with food and other immediate needs; gives information where the needy can find social services.
(Open to adult men and couples of the parish who have time to donate to this ministry)
John Crane 722-3413		 Senior Citizens ("Keenagers")
To gather members of the parish (55+) for fun and fellowship.
(Senior Citizen-55 years and older)
James Forey 722-1937
Mary Hines 722-4460
St. Charles Singles' Group
Encourage fellowship, renew faith and attain greater knowledge of our Catholic family.
(Singles, widowed and divorced)
Robbie Delcambre 727-1622		 Sponsor Couple Program
To prepare engaged couples for the Sacrament of Marriage.
(Training)
Derick Drummond 722-3413
Charles Remarriage Prep/Stepfamily
Provide educational workship for parishioners considering or already in a remarriage, with preparation for stepfamily life.
(Already in a re-marriage)
Loran Bosarge 727-2576		 Welcoming Committee
To welcome new parish families and share information with them about our parish.
(Parishioners)
Derick Drummond 722-3413
Women's Guild
Organize social, spiritual and fellowship events for women of the parish; assist at certain events.
(All women of the parish)
Karolyn Broussard 727-8961		 St. Charles Home Page
Parish Life
Bishop's Faith Appeal Committee
To conduct annual Faith Appeal.
(Appointment by Pastor)
Fr. Dan Malain 722-3413		 Finance Council
To advise the Pastor in the financial aspects of parish life.
(Appointment by Pastor)
Fr. Dan Malain 722-3413
Parish Council
To advise the Pastor and assist in the matters of policy and planning.
(Active, registered parishioners, 18 yrs. or older, and nominations for positions are available.)
Parish Council Nominating Committee 722-3413		 Parish Picnic
To strengthen family life and fellowship.
Responsibility of activities is divided among the organizations of the parish.
Derick Drummond 722-3413
Stewardship Committee
To promote the practice of stewardship in our parish.
(Appointment by Pastor)
Fr. Dan Malain 722-3413		 St. Charles Home Page
Ministries Outside Parish
United Board of Missions
To support those in need with counseling, food, utilities and clothing; offers Back-to-School and Share-a-Toy programs.
(Volunteers are always welcome and needed.)
Joe Juarez 727-5164
Vernon Drummond 722-3413		 D.A.W.N. (Diocesan Association of Widowed Neighbors)
For widows and/or widowers to come together after spousal loss to experience spiritual, fellowship and social interaction.
(Single, widowed or divorced. Our ages are 60+ yrs.)
Gloria Waller 722-5636
Hospitality (Parish Participation)
Provide a clean, safe and dignified environment for the indigent and homeless to partake in a daily meal 365 days a year.
(A Christian desire to serve the poor and less fortunate in a non-judgmental manner.)
Don & Gene James 727-1721		 Knights of Columbus
Catholic, family, fraternal service organization (non-profit).
(Males, 18 yrs. of age and a practicing Catholic in communion with the Holy See)
James Gard 722-9091
Lay Dominicans
Prayer, study, service, dedication to follow St. Dominic.
(18 yrs. of age, practicing Catholic, three years formation)
Janice Crawford 727-7251
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