EXERCISING THE MINISTRY OF CHARITY

Adventures in Motherhood Mom's Group: This group provides fellowship, spiritual growth and fun for moms in our parish once a month on the third Thursday during the academic year. They hold an annual beach trip, a Mom’s Night Out and a book club. Childcare is available for ages one to four. Contact: Cindy Boothby at 323-2631 or gboothby@triad.rr.com.

Boy Scouts: Contact Susan Rabold at 294-9270 ext. 217 or mailto:srabold@stpaulcc.org.

Bridge Group: The Bridge Group brings together avid Bridge players for a season of fun-filled and exciting Bridge in a relaxed social atmosphere. To sign up for the season, contact Marilou Fox at 856-0700 mwfox@triad.rr.com or Angie Zabel at 643-6197 AMZABEL@aol.com.

Building & Grounds Volunteer Work Sessions: Four Saturdays each year (normally in March, June, September and November) volunteers gather beginning at 9:30 A.M. and work until 12:30 P.M. and assist in the maintenance tasks of the buildings and grounds. The individuals/groups chose the activity that they want to participate in such as spreading pine needles. No one is assigned a task. Contact: Frank Rizzo at 294-4696 ext. 223 or fjrizzo@aol.com.

Future Volunteer Work Session Dates:

Saturday, June 14, 2008 - 9:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.

Building Committee:This subcommittee of the Finance Council meets about four times a year (or as required) based on the needs and/or activities taking place. The Committee is appointed by the pastor and establishes priorities based upon the available funds and needs of the parish. Contact: Frank Rizzo at 294-4696 ext. 223 or frizzo@stpaulcc.org.

Collection Counters: Commitment is for approximately four hours on Monday mornings on a rotating basis. Contact: Cathy Johnston at 854-1170 or ljohnston6@triad.rr.com.

Columbarium: To obtain information regarding a final resting place for you and your loved ones at St. Paul’s click here or to set a date and time for an inurnment, please call the parish office at 294-4696, and someone will call you back to answer your questions or set up an appointment. Columbarium contacts: niche sales, contracts and payments - Susie Barnes; niche faceplates and memorial plaques - Frank Rizzo.

Communication Committee: Seeks to share information within the parish community. For a copy of the Advertising and Public Relations Plan click here Contact: Dan Camia at nandancam@aol.com or 292-6767

Co-Op Nursery: Provides childcare during the 10:30 A.M. Masse for children ages 1-3 years old. Parents take turns staffing the nursery as needed. Two adults are needed at all times for the nursery to operate. Contact Ann Owen at 451-5747 aowen-vol@yahoo.com

Cub Scout Pack 107:   The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. The pack meets September-May. Tigers are in 1st grade, Wolves in 2 nd grade, Bears in 3 rd grade, and Webelos in 4th and 5th grades. Contact: Bob Lisk at 495-5165 or 382-776 or vicky01@northstate.net. For more information visit the pack’s web site or the web site of the Boy Scouts of America or the site of the Old North State Council.

Finance Council: Advisory group to the pastor and parish pastoral council in all areas of parish financial activity. This group oversees the annual budget, fund-raising, capital expenditures, etc. People with a background in finance are needed to serve. Meets Monthly. Contact: Mike Planning at 207-0686 or Michael.planning@wachoviasec.com or visit the Finance Council web page for a listing of membership and recent financial statements.

Girl Scouts: Contact: Tracy Vance at 812-9935 or Susan Rabold at 294-9270 ext. 217 or mailto:srabold@stpaulcc.org.

Greensboro Council of Catholic Women: A charitable organization open to all Catholic women in Greensboro. Activities include luncheons in May and September, a memorial Mass in November for deceased members, family and friends of the GCCW, a Christmas Tea in December, covered dish luncheon with a speaker in January and a Lenten mini retreat day in March. For more information, contact JoAnn Church at 540-0786 jgchurch96@netzero.net .

Just For Dad's Group: This group can provide support and social activities for new and seasoned dad's through a variety of activities: family events, sports, Bible study, parent-child activities and spirituality retreats. Regular meeting times to be decided after the initial interest meeting in late October. If you are interested in joining the dad's group , contac charley Elliott at 605-4727 or jpnfiredragon@yahoo.com.

Kingdom Kids: A Mothers' Co-op designed for children ages 2-4. The group meets twice a week during the school year from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. It provides the children with a structured learning atmosphere, which enables them to grow spiritually, intellectually, socially and emotionally, and provides mothers with a support network and involvement in their children's early development and growth. Contact: Cindy Garus at 668-7480 ncgarus@yahoo.com.

Knights of Columbus: A Catholic, family, fraternal, service organization, the St. Paul the Apostle Council (#13236) meets on the first Thursday of the month at 7:30 P.M. in room N. Contact: Tim Joseph at 545-9465 or timothy.joseph@syngenta.com.

Life Teen: Brings high school teens together to form community, have fun, learn about their faith and grow closer to Jesus Christ.  All are welcome on Sunday evenings from 6-8 P.M. and are welcome to bring a friend.  Teens don’t have to be Catholic to attend.  If a teen decides to attend on a regular basis, then they are asked to submit a registration form and registration fee. Recommended sites: lifeteen.com, Catholicheartworkcamp, thehungersite.com, worldvision.org, purefashion.org. Contact: Susan Rabold at 294-4696 ext. 217 or srabold@stpaulcc.org.

Marriage Enrichment: World Marriage Day is celebrated the second Sunday of February each year with a renewal of wedding vows, a potluck dinner and an activity that celebrates and recognizes the marriage relationships of couples in the parish. Contact: Jan & Scott Simkins at 854-3328 or simkinss@ncat.edu.

Oblates of Saint Francis de Sales: Founded in France in 1875 by Fr. Louis Brisson, is a congregation of priests, deacons, and brothers who first came to the United States in 1893. The motto of the Oblates is to Live Jesus, to imitate Christ, following the spirit and teachings of St. Francis De Sales, a gentle and devout Bishop who ministered in Savoy during the years after the Reformation. The Oblates have been serving the Catholic people of North Carolina since 1966 in both the Dioceses of Charlotte and of Raleigh. Further information about the Oblates of St. Francis De Sales can be found at www.oblates.org.

Parish Nurses: Nurses offer screenings, home safety checks and spiritual support as well as educational opportunities. (Click here to see this month's or previous articles). Contact: Barbara Marksamer or Maureen Flak at 294-4696 ext. 215 or bmarksamer@stpaulcc.org.

Parish Life Commission: The Parish Life Commission coordinates group activities that build parish family life and strengthens home life.  Members address the needs and concerns of St. Paul’s diverse family structures. Parish Life activities are social events that include the whole parish family.  These events are designed to enhance the community spirit and fellowship for our parish. Members meet the first Monday of the month, August through May. Contact Denise Martin at 855-7995 or gsomartin@earthlink.net or George Pustay at 665-9541 or spustay@triad.rr.com.

Parish Staff: We are here to serve you. Click here to be taken to the parish staff page for names, phone numbers and email addresses.

Pastoral Council: The St. Paul the Apostle Parish Pastoral Council is a prayerful, consultative body working with the Pastor to assess the needs of the parish and create a vision of a parish with an evangelistic perspective that is implemented through the work of the commissions, committees, and staff.   The vision is Eucharistic-entered and mission-focused. Contact: Rob Arnett, President, at 282-1437 or robarnett@triad.rr.com.

Prayer Shawl Ministry: Prayer Shawls are being created by a group of parishioners.  They are knitted or crocheted though they can be woven, sewn or quilted. The knitter, for example, begins each shawl with prayers for the recipient.  Intentions are continued as the shawl is created.  When the shawl is completed it is offered a final blessing before being presented.  These shawls may be given as comfort at a time of illness, bereavement or at the time of marriage, birth  or at other occasions that allow us to minister to another's need for care and comfort.   As our gift is given, some recipients choose to continue the kindness by making a shawl and passing it on to someone in need.  In this way the blessing flows from person to person and both givers and receivers feel the unconditional embrace of a sheltering, loving God. For additional information you may wish to visit www.shawlministry.com.  Contact: Judy Martineau at 298-4084 judym@triad.rr.com.

Second Saturday Tennis: Weather permittin, this group meets at Bur-Mil Park located off 220 North, on designated Saturdays. Contact: Ed Branscomb at 554-6668 ebransc@netscape.com

Single Parents Group: Activities are planned to bring single parents and their children together to build community. Click here to be taken to their web page and for more information about planned activities. Contact: Sally Blaser at 299-7724 or sblaser@triad.rr.com.

Venture: A Youth Ministry Program for teenagers and pre-teenagers in grades 6-8. Contact: Susan Rabold at 294-4696 ext. 217 or srabold@stpaulcc.org.

Volunteers: To volunteer for any of the St. Paul programs please call 294-4696, ext. 235 or for information on current or upcoming volunteer opportunities, contact the Volunteer Ministry at Volunteerministry@stpaulcc.org. Please fill out a Volunteer Gifts Assessment by clicking here.

Welcome Committee: In and effort to be a more welcoming faith community, the Welcome Committee hosts orientation sessions following the designated Welcome Sunday Masses (usually after the 9:30 A.M. Mass the first Sunday of the month). Members also serve as contacts to new parishioners to help them assimilate more fully into the life of the parish. Meets monthly. Contact: Colleen Assal at 294-4696, ext. 226 or cassal@stpaulcc.org.

Wellness Committee: Strives to enhance the quality of life through a holistic approach to health that recognizes the interrelationship of the spirit, body, and mind so we might realize the wholeness of life God intends for all of us. Meets Quarterly. Contact: Barbara Marksamer or Maureen Flak at 294-4696 ext. 215 or bmarksamer@stpaulcc.org for more information or visit the web site of NC Area Health Education Centers.

Women in Transition: A monthly meeting of women of all ages interested in sharing, learning, making friends, having fun and growing spiritually. Check St. Paul's bulletin for date and time of meetings. Contact: Lillian Leonard at 299-0736 dubleonard@aol.com Colleen Assal at 294-4696 ext. 226 or cassal@stpaulcc.org for more informaiton.

Young Adult Ministry: During an important stage of life when major decisions are being made many young adults leave the Church. This supportive group helps put God back in the equation of decision making and in daily life. Contact: Susan Rabold at 294-4696, ext. 217 or srabold@stpaulcc.org.