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Adoration Chapel
(Liturgy and Worship) Our Adoration Chapel is located just inside the main doors of the Parish Center. Members of our parish and surrounding communities take part in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament by maintaining a continuous prayer vigil in the Perpetual Adoration Chapel. The chapel is open to all people of faith for quiet prayerful reflection and adoration of the Eucharist throughout the day. People are needed to commit to specific one-hour periods, from 6 pm on Sunday through midnight on Friday. Substitutes are also needed. Contact Shift Coordinators: Hours of 6 pm to midnight: Joy Tokarsky, 419-681-7570 Hours of midnight to 6 am - Ann Schumm, 419-668-8994 Hours of 6 am to noon - Marilyn Kocher, 419-668-8742 Hours of noon to 6 pm - Karen Ott, 419-668-1240 Alpha (Faith Formation) Alpha is a free 11-week, plus one day away, course. The course is a series of 2-hour interactive sessions where discussion of life and the Christian faith is presented in an informal, fun, and friendly environment. Is there more to life than this? Who is Jesus? Why and how do I pray? Alpha looks at these and many other questions, providing a practical introduction to the Christian faith. Prior participants may assist with new Alpha programs. Cooks are also needed for the evening meals. Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232 jens@stpaulchurch.org Altar Servers – Adult and Youth (Liturgy and Worship) Youth in grades 5-12 and/or adult servers assist the priest during Mass, including the processions before and after Mass, helping with offertory gifts, and other tasks that aid the celebrant and enhance the liturgy. Adult servers are needed for funeral Masses and other celebrations when youth servers are unavailable. Servers complete a training session with a team including the parish Associate Pastor. Contact: Altar Server Ministry Team: Tony Catalano, Co-Chair, 419-706-8038 Mike Roth, Co-Chair, 419-681-4036 Jerry Hettel, 419-668-6942 Juan Martinez, Hispanic, 419-677-3921 Baptism Ministry Team (Faith Formation) Baptism is our first Sacrament of initiation. While parents are responsible for the development of their child’s faith experience, the church is here to support your efforts. By having your child baptized, you are introducing your child to their faith family and establishing their relations with God. Team members facilitate parent preparation meetings and assist with the baptism celebration. Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232 jens@stpaulchurch.org Bereavement Ministry Team (Outreach) Those who participate in this ministry provide a pastoral presence to family members who have lost a loved one, assist the family in planning the funeral liturgy, print a funeral program, and greet people coming to the funeral Mass. This group also follows up with cards to the family throughout the year and helps plan and celebrate our Mass of Remembrance, a special memorial liturgy held each year in the beginning of November. Contact: Ruth Weisenberger, 419-706-2814 Bulk Mailing Team (Operations) Volunteers help fold, seal, and label parish newsletters and other mailings. Contact: Karen Davis, 419-668-3226 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Faith Formation) Certified catechists prepare the Atrium environment to assist children in drawing closer to God. In a prayerful, retreat-like atmosphere, children are given the opportunity to work with materials independently in order to meditate on the sacred mysteries of our faith. Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232 jens@stpaulchurch.org Cemetery Board (Operations) Board members make recommendations regarding the St. Paul Cemetery and the Shrine of the Sorrowful Mother on West Main Street. The board plans, coordinates improvements, and works with the business manager on the upkeep of the grounds to enhance the beautiful setting of the main cemetery and the day-to-day operations of both facilities Contact:Tom Ruffing, 419-668-1214 tomruffing@sunriseco-op.com Childcare Volunteers (Outreach) For parents to participate in the many programs and events we offer at our parish, offering childcare is essential. Volunteers are needed occasionally during the day, evening, or for weekend events. Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232 jens@stpaulchurch.org Church Environment Team (Liturgy and Worship) The Church Environment Team plans the seasonal decorations of the church in such a way that the environment reinforces, communicates, and celebrates the liturgical season. A planning committee meets prior to Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter, and Ordinary Time. Additional volunteers are needed to decorate for the liturgical seasons and water the indoor and outdoor plants. Contact: Betty Smith, 419-706-4599 Communications Team (Operations) Our Communications Team informs, teaches, promotes, and communicates parish happenings. Team members assist with taking pictures, writing, editing, and publishing the weekly bulletin and parish newsletter. Contact: Lisa Hedrick, 419-668-6044, Ext. 231 lisah@stpaulchurch.org Eucharistic Ministers (Liturgy and Worship) Eucharistic Ministers assist in distributing the Body and Blood of Christ during celebration of the Mass. These ministers should arrive 15 minutes before Mass. After Mass, they purify and clean the sacred vessels and assist the Mass Coordinator to put them away. Eucharistic Ministers are asked to serve a 2-year renewable commitment and, after initial training, participate in ongoing formation every two years throughout their ministry. Three-month schedules are sent out from the parish office via email and are also available on this website. Contact: Marcia Roth, 419-668-2262 Patricia Carrillo, Hispanic, 419-668-5731 Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick (Outreach) This ministry maintains a vital connection between the gathered community and those who no longer can be present for Mass. Eucharistic Ministers distribute the Eucharist to those in the hospital, Twilight and Gaymont Nursing Centers, the Carriage House, and to those at home who are unable to come to Mass even on a temporary basis. Ministers visit on a regular basis, spend time, pray, and provide the Eucharist. Members of this ministry must train as Eucharistic Ministers every two years. They may choose to participate only as a Eucharistic Minister to the Sick. Contact: Marcia Roth, 419-668-2262 Finance Council (Parish Councils) This council helps our parish provide financial stewardship of all the activities and ministries we support. Members use their business experience, knowledge of the parish and its people, and the religious ideals of the Church to help the pastoral staff make sound financial and business decisions. The team meets monthly to review financial statements, set budgets and financial priorities, and generally provides parish input and advice for the pastoral staff. Contact: Kevin Dow, 419-557-6058 Funeral Luncheon Team (Outreach) This group supports the bereaved families of St. Paul Parish with a luncheon for their family and friends after a funeral Mass or burial. Volunteers are called to prepare a side dish, bake a dessert, or to help with the preparation and serving of the lunch for the family. Contact: Betty Smith, 419-706-4599 Dorothy Dudics, 419-668-8884 Good News Prayer Group (Outreach) The style of prayer expression for this group is primarily Charismatic, meaning that members pray with an openness to the Holy Spirit’s presence and the power of the Spirit’s gifts. Contact: Jim and Bev Reichert, 419-706-0575 Green Thumb (Operations) This ministry works to enhance the landscaping of our church and school campuses. Volunteers plant flowers, trim trees, and rake leaves. Contact: Kate McKinney, 419-668-6044, Ext. 224 katem@stspaulchurch.org Health Ministry Team (Outreach) Our Health Ministry Team is made up of volunteer nurses, doctors, and caring people willing to help our congregation by promoting good health practices. The Health Ministry Team focuses on wellness and disease prevention and takes a holistic approach to helping the community of God’s people. Contact: Peggy Lonz, 419-668-9367 Heavenly Dusters (Operations) This ministry team consists of five groups of volunteers who enhance the beauty and cleanliness of the church. Each group works one week a month on a rotating schedule, cleaning twice that week. Substitute volunteers are also needed to help when necessary. Contact: Ruth Weisenberger, 419-706-2814 Hospitality (Outreach) Members of our Hospitality Team are called upon to prepare food and/or serve for special parish and diocesan events. Contact: Lisa Hedrick, 419-668-6044, Ext. 231 lisah@stpaulchurch.org Jail Ministry (Outreach) This outreach ministry of the Good News Prayer Group helps local jail inmates develop and deepen their relationship with God through the reading and reflection of Scripture. Contact: Karen Ott, 419-668-1240 Lectors (Liturgy and Worship) Our lectors have the privilege of proclaiming the Word of God at Mass in such a way that it comes to life in the hearts of the assembly. Lector Ministry Document Contact: Lector Leadership Team: Pat Schwan, Chairperson, 419-744-4343 Chuck Gross, 567-219-3387 Theresa Wilde, 419-706-9939 Anna Weisenberger, 419–668-8974 Lupita Enriquez, Hispanic, 419-706-9682 Liturgy Committee (Liturgy and Worship) The ministerial role of the Liturgy Committee is three-fold: planning/preparation, evaluation, and education. The committee provides initial and on-going training for all liturgical ministers and also provides liturgical catechesis for all parishioners. This group collaborates on seasonal planning for Sunday worship throughout the liturgical year and plans various sacramental celebrations and other prayer experiences. Committee members continue to educate themselves through reading and attending various seminars and workshops. Liturgy Committee Charter Job Description for Liturgy Committee Chairperson(s) Contact: Co-Chairs: Mark Niese, 419-668-6044, Ext. 258 markn@stpaulchurch.org Marian Bermudez, 419-633-5036 mbermudez@neo.rr.com Liturgy of the Word with Children (LWC) (Liturgy and Worship) Liturgy of the Word with Children offers children, ages 4 through about 12, the opportunity to hear the readings in language they can understand, and to participate in an activity that helps them relate the stories to their lives. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children, especially if their child is timid at first. Volunteers share the readings and lead the children in a related activity. Leaders are given a simple program to follow. Contact: Marian Bermudez, 419-663-5036 mbermudez@neo.rr.com |
Maintenance Committee
(Operations) Members advise on decisions regarding major repairs, large maintenance improvement projects, and preventative maintenance for the church, school, and other parish facilities. Jesus Patrol is a group of parishioners who are willing to do almost any job around the campus. They have painted, helped with event set-up, and moved just about everything! Contact: Scott Lee, 419-541-1217 Mass Coordinators (Liturgy and Worship) Mass Coordinators assist the priests by preparing the church and sacristy for daily and weekend Masses. They ensure that the gifts are ready, lights and microphones are on, and other necessary tasks are completed, so that the priest celebrating the Mass has more time to focus on his personal preparations. Contact: Anna Weisenberger, 419-668-8974 Media Matters at St. Paul (Operations) Team members assist the parish staff in matters relating to information technology and electronic media. This includes but is not limited to maintenance of the parish website and social media platforms as a means of communicating our message to the parish and the world, and video recording of homilies and liturgies. Specific skills related to computers, the internet, photography, and artistic design are welcome! Contact: Annette Scheid, 419-681-0513 arnnet100789@gmail.com Meet & Eat Luncheon Team (Outreach) Meet and Eat is a free monthly luncheon that offers an opportunity for food, faith, and fellowship. After a delicious lunch, guests enjoy entertainment or a presentation on various topics that may concern our parish, community or the universal Church. Volunteers prepare and serve a simple lunch on the first Thursday of the month during the school year. Contact: Robin Bleile, 419-668-1114 Music Ministry – Vocal & Instrumental (Liturgy and Worship) This ministry provides the assembly with vocal and instrumental support in its full, active, conscious, participation in the Liturgy. Voices of all ranges are always welcome. Contact for all musical groups unless otherwise noted: Mark Niese, 419-668-6044 markn@stpaulchurch.org Cantors Those called to this ministry must have vocal/musical skills including good breath support, rhythmic precision, a pleasing tone and an inviting personality. A vocal interview/audition is necessary to determine a person’s ability and gifts. This ministry is open to high school age students and older. Choristers This choir of youth in grades 3-6 sings once a month at a weekend Mass, periodic special events and during the 9 am Mass on Wednesdays during the school year. Open to NCS, home-schooled, and public school students. Practices are after school on Thursdays until 4:15 pm. Folk Ensemble The Folk Ensemble provides musical leadership at the Saturday, 4:30 pm Mass. The group includes vocalists and instrumentalists. The music sung is a mix of traditional and contemporary. This ministry is open to high school students and older. Funeral Choir This choir is extremely important in the celebration of the funeral Mass. Most funeral Masses are scheduled at 10:30 am, Monday through Saturday. There are no regular scheduled practices but there may be a warm-up rehearsal immediately preceding the funeral Mass if needed. Hispanic Choir This musical group leads the parishioners in vibrant song at our Sunday, 1:30 pm Mass. Contact: José Carrillo, 419-677-4494 Mixed Choir This choir sings at the Sunday, 9:00 am Mass and at special liturgies throughout the year, including Christmas Eve, Holy Week, and our Mass of Remembrance. This ministry is open to high school age students and older. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. Praise and Worship Band This group provides contemporary music for the Sunday, 5:00 pm Mass. Rehearsals are prior to Mass. Contact: Kathleen Sigsworth, 419-499-4442 Norwalk Catholic School and St. Paul High School (Faith Formation) The Mission of Norwalk Catholic School is to: Develop Disciples of Christ, Promote Academic Excellence and Foster a Respectful Community. Parish members support the mission and vision of NCS through time, talent, and treasure, ensuring that Norwalk Catholic School continues to grow stronger as a community. Contact: President's Office, Advancement & Admissions Office, 419-668-7223 NCS Jr. High and SP High School, 419-668-3005 NCS Elementary School, 419-668-6091 NCS Early Childhood Center, 419-668-8480 Parish School of Religion (PSR) Team (Faith Formation) PSR “helps parents help their children” grow in their faith and become more aware of God’s presence in the everyday, ordinary moments of their lives. We model for our children the importance of church community by growing in our own faith as adults, and committing to our children’s attendance on a weekly basis. Our PSR catechists are individuals who have the ability to teach, and lead group discussions, and have a love and respect for children, a basic understanding of Catholic teaching, scripture, and tradition, and a willingness to share their own faith experience. Catechists also attend ongoing formation. Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232 jens@stpaulchurch.org Pastoral Council (Parish Councils) According to the Pastoral Policy Handbook of the Diocese of Toledo, “The Parish Pastoral Council is to be an effective body providing spiritual leadership in the parish community. The Pastoral Council is a recommending and evaluating body, functioning as a faith community with general operational guidelines determined during the life of the group.” Members are themselves a faith-sharing body whose ministry is pastoral planning for the parish and as an advisory group to the Pastor. Contact: Gina Herner, 419-681-6490 Sesquicentennial Pastoral Council 2020-2022 Prayer Chain (Outreach) Our parish has a group of people who serve others by praying for those in need of prayer. To have someone placed on the prayer chain, or to volunteer to pray, please call: Contact: Marge Mitro, 419-668-4320 or the parish office, 419-668-6044 Respect Life Ministry (Outreach) The goals of the deanery Respect Life Ministry are: to engage in prayer for the Lord’s guidance in how we can make effective change with respect life issues; educate ourselves on political issues as our duty and responsibility to fight current cultural trends; promote conversion of hearts and help all parishioners grow in their call of discipleship. Contact: Bev Reichert, 419-706-0464 Retreat Team (Faith Formation) Would you like to be a part of a parish retreat/event planning team? Volunteers are needed to plan retreats/events and to help with hospitality and logistics. Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232 jens@stpaulchurch.org Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA) Ministry Team (Faith Formation) Would you like to help others on their faith journey? RCIA is a Liturgical/Catechetical process designed to prepare adults for initiation into the faith community and for the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. Sponsors, catechists, and hospitality volunteers are needed. Contact: Darlene Walker, 419-499-4008 Sacramental Preparation with Children: First Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation (Faith Formation) In the Toledo Diocese, children celebrate the sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion when they reach the “age of reason,” typically in 2nd grade. The sacrament of Confirmation is celebrated when children are in “the 8th grade through sixteen years of age.” Formation is provided for children and their families. Confirmation sponsors also participate in formation activities. See Also: Sacraments on this website. Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232 jens@stpaulchurch.org Saint Vincent de Paul Society (Outreach) The St. Paul Chapter of the St. Vincent de Paul group has been part of this international charitable organization since 1954, providing assistance for the less fortunate in our local community. Members meet weekly to review each application received, determine what financial help can be given, and what referrals are available that also could be of help. Many people desperately need someone who cares, who will listen, and who is willing to share their burden. It is during this time we can show them God’s love and that He can have a direct impact on their lives. Contact: Doug Gates, 419-668-0212 Serra Club (Faith Formation) The Serra Club is named after St Junipero Serra, a priest who founded many of the California Missions and attracted many converts. It is a world-wide organization dedicated to "promote and foster vocations to the priesthood and consecrated religious life." Locally, our members meet once a month to spend an hour in front of the Blessed Sacrament to pray for Vocations. Meetings will resume on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm once the Adoration Chapel reopens. Local Serra Club activities include: Perpetual Adoration, prayer, gifts to priests and seminarians, financial assistance to deacons for study expenses, a spring hog roast/picnic, assisting the Bishop with incidental items for seminarians, as requested, and Vocations prayer cards for high school students. To learn more about our local club, please contact Dick Alge. You do not need to be a member to join in the monthly prayer time for Vocations. Contact: Dick Alge, 419-668-1830 Stewardship Team (Faith Formation) As caretakers of the many gifts and talents that God provides, this ministry provides opportunities and encourages parishioners to receive God’s gifts gratefully, nurture them responsibly, share them justly and charitably, returning them with abundance to God. Through prayer, service and sharing, we develop a stewardship way of life and a closer relationship with God. Contact: Sue Riley, 419-541-1912 sriley@ncsmail.org Totus Tuus (Faith Formation) Totus Tuus is a summer Catholic youth program dedicated to sharing the Gospel and promoting the Catholic Faith through evangelization, catechesis, Christian witness, and Eucharistic worship. Our week-long Parish Summer Catechetical Program assists parents and parishes in the evangelizing and catechizing of their youth by supplementing the work they are currently doing. We are blessed to be hosting Totus Tuus at St. Paul! Adult volunteers are needed. Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232 jens@stpaulchurch.org Ushers (Liturgy and Worship) Ushers help create an atmosphere of hospitality through their words and actions, welcoming parishioners and visitors as they gather for worship, and helping guests locate seats and other areas of our church. They assist with the Offertory, the Communion procession, and distribute bulletins and other materials. This ministry is open to all. Contact: Rose Austin, 419-499-2395 Welcoming Ministry (Outreach) Following in Jesus’ footsteps, we are all called to welcome the strangers among us. While being welcoming is the responsibility of all parishioners, this team coordinates and plans opportunities to welcome new parishioners, reaches out to inactive Catholics, and educates the parish on how each of us must play a part in being a welcoming community. Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232 jens@stpaulchurch.org Youth Group (Faith Formation) Our youth group provides opportunities for service, discussion, and reflection on faith topics. Food, fun and fellowship are incorporated into the meetings and events. Adult volunteers are needed as leaders and cooks/bakers. Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232 jens@stpaulchurch.org |
