MINISTRY DIRECTORY St. Benedict CATHOLIC CHURCH
Apr 26, 2020
2019
MINISTRYDIRECTORY
St. BenedictCATHOLIC CHURCH
St. Benedict Parish is committed to
helping parishioners make stewardship
a way of life. By utilizing our strengths,
skills, and talents, we can engage with
ministries and breathe life into our
parish and local community.
Welcome!
TimeTalentTreasure
How can you serve? The basic
foundation of stewardship is time,
talent, and treasure. Do you find time to
communicate with God? How are my
gifts building the Kingdom of God? Is
my financial giving to the parish a joyful
sacrifice?
We hope that you can prayerfully
consider the ways God is calling you to
act and become plugged into parish
life. This guide can serve as a launchpad
for you to reflect deeper on where
you're being called to use your time,
talent and treasure to give back
gratefully to all the things God has
blessed you with.
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OVERSEEN BY WORSHIP AND
SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE
Liturgical
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ALTAR SERVERSAssist at Mass on Sundays, Holy Days and otherdays, as needed. Must be in atleast 5th grade andreceive training. CommitmentScheduling based on your availabilityContactJoe Fellores, 206-525-8602, [email protected]
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLYCOMMUNIONAssist with distribution of Communion at Massand/or take Communion to those unable to attendMass.CommitmentScheduling based on your availabilityContactMarti Lundberg, [email protected]
HOSPITALITY MINISTERS/USHERSReach out to greet parishioners and visitors.Handout worship aids, direct individuals to seating,answer questions and help newcomers feelwelcome. Ministers invite parishioners to bringforward gifts at the time for preparation of the altarand help tidy the church after Mass.CommitmentScheduling based on your availability, must arrive20 minutes prior to liturgyContactParish Office, 206-632-0843, [email protected]
LECTORSProclaim Scripture to community during Mass andlead intercessory prayers.CommitmentScheduled based on availabilityContactCheryl Kerner, [email protected]
SACRISTANSPrepare daily and Sunday liturgies while assistingother liturgical ministers in carrying out theirduties.CommitmentScheduled based on availabilityContactMarti Lundberg, [email protected]
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OVERSEEN BY WORSHIP AND
SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMITTEE
Liturgical
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WEDDING HOSTSAssist couples who are preparing for their weddingday: helping before, during and after weddingrehearsal; being present the day-of the wedding.Hosts answer questions regarding flowers, candles,photography, etc,; stipend offered for service.CommitmentDependent on weddings booked at St. BenedictContactMarti Lundberg, [email protected]
FUNERAL MINISTRYPrepare and serve food at funeral receptions.Members notified via calling tree.CommitmentAssist as schedule permitsContactMarti Lundberg, [email protected]
MUSIC MINISTRYSupport the worship life of the parish throughinspiring music and facilitate participation of theassembly. Open to cantors, instrumentalists andchoir members. Ability to read music is notnecessary.CommitmentWeekly 2-hour rehearsal on Thursday nights at7PM; half-hour warm-up before Mass.ContactMitchell Price, [email protected]
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Hospitality
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HOSPITALITY/COFFEE HOUR HOSTSServe beverages and food, clean-up and makepeople feel welcome during Coffee Hour.Beverages and food are provided by the parish forhosts to arrange (you do not need to provide/makefood yourself)CommitmentCoffee Hour occurs after 8AM and 10AM Masses -sign up per your availability.ContactParish Office, [email protected], 206-632-0843
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OVERSEEN BY FAITH FORMATION
& EVANGELIZATION COMMISSION?
FaithFormation
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INFANT BAPTISMProvides appropriate pre-baptism preparation forparents, family and godparents of infants to-bebaptized. Help with hospitality, training, sharingtestimonies, facilitating group processes andassisting parents with baptism.CommitmentClasses are offered every 3 monthsContactMarti Lundberg, [email protected]
ELEMENTARY SACRAMENTAL PREPARATIONAssist children aged seven and older to prepare toreceive the sacraments of First Reconciliation andFirst Communion during class sessions.CommitmentSessions held Sunday mornings, September - MayContactChelsea Slocum, [email protected]
CHILDREN'S LITURGY OF THE WORDLiturgy of the Word is celebrated at Sunday Massesas an extension of the assembly's celebration byinviting children (K-2) to hear the Word proclaimedin an age-appropriate manner.CommitmentSunday Masses, September - MayContactJoe Fellores, [email protected], 206-525-8602
CONFIRMATIONTeam offers hospitality, prepares sessions andsupports candidates. Hosted by North SeattleCatholic Youth. CommitmentWeekly sessions, October - MayContactKate Brown, [email protected]
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OVERSEEN BY FAITH FORMATION
& EVANGELIZATION COMMISSION?
FaithFormation
RCIA (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FORADULTS)Assist unbaptized adults, adults baptized in otherecclesial communities, and baptized RomanCatholics who are completing initiation into theCatholic Church: provide hospitality, sharetestimonies, and sponsor individuals.CommitmentClasses are offered every 3 monthsContactMarti Lundberg, [email protected]
YOUTH GROUP/ NORTH SEATTLE CATHOLICYOUTHServe youth as they prepare for Confirmation byproviding guidance and sponsorship. Assist withmiddle/high school groups as small group leaders,support, and hospitality.CommitmentSessions are October - JuneContactKate Brown, [email protected]
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OVERSEEN BY HUMAN CONCERNS
AND SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMISSION
CommunityOutreach
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CABRINI MINISTERSAssist those who are home-bound or in nursinghomes and hospitals. Assist in care of the poor andneedy; bring communion to individuals.CommitmentDependent on needs of the homebound ContactBrenda Stratton, [email protected]
FRIENDS OF LIMULUNGAOversee relationship with St. Lawrence of BrindisiParish in Limulunga, Zambia. Maintain updatedinfo about parishes, raise funds, as needed, tosupport parishioners, and work with other parishesin the Archdiocese that have an Africanconnection.CommitmentMost active in December organizing the GivingTreeContactBrenda Stratton, [email protected]
PEACEFUL CRAFTERSMake craft items including: quilts, lap robes for thehome-bound and Christmas gift-boxes for CatholicCommunity Service's clients.CommitmentMeets Thursday mornings at 9:30AM in ParishCenterContactLouise Gervais, [email protected]; JudyAndrews, 206-632-1362
ST. MARTIN DE PORRES - SANDWICH MAKERSPrepare sandwich lunches alongside 4th gradersfrom St. Benedict School for homeless men livingat St. Martin de Porres shelter in downtown Seattle.CommitmentLunches prepared first and third Mondays at9:30AM in Parish CenterContactVicky Briones, [email protected], 206-632-1435
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OVERSEEN BY HUMAN CONCERNS
AND SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMISSION
CommunityOutreach
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ST. VINCENT DE PAULAssist the poor and needy who live in our parishboundaries by visiting those in need and help themfind resources. Members must be 18 years or older.CommitmentDependent on the need of those who requireassistance. ContactLen Andrews, [email protected]
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OVERSEEN BY PASTORAL
COUNCIL
Parish Life
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PARISH ANNUAL TEA LUNCHEONAnnual tea luncheon is on the 1st Saturday of May.Includes entertainment and fellowship. Menvolunteer as servers for the event, as well assupported by others who are: creative, havemusical/entertainment ideas and promotionalexperience.Commitment2-3 organizational meetings in the spring; day-of:food prep, setup, serving and cleaning.ContactHeidi Westling, [email protected]
PARISH PICNICAnnual picnic held in July on St. Benedict's feastday. Volunteers provide food, assist withsetup/clean-up and hospitality.CommitmentOnce-a-year eventContactPastoral Council (see Councils and Commissionssection for contact info)
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OVERSEEN BY ST. BENEDICT
SCHOOL COMMISSION
SchoolMinistries
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ST. BENEDICT SCHOOL VOLUNTEERSAssist with short-/long-term projects including:school fundraisers (Great Wallingford WurstFestival & Annual School Auction), schoolcommunications, classroom assisting, tutoring, artprojects, website design and groundsmaintenance.CommitmentDependent on level of involvement & project(s)ContactMary Ancich, 206-633-3375, [email protected]
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Parish LifeGroups
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SATURDAY PRAYER GROUPCharismatic prayer group that prays and socializestogether.CommitmentEvery Saturday, 10AM in the Parish CenterContactVicky Briones, [email protected], 206-632-1435
WOMEN'S MINISTRYAn opportunity for women in the parish to meet forspiritual support and formation.CommitmentMeets 1st Tuesday of each month at 7PMContactDeb Reilly, [email protected], 206-633-3527
BOOK GROUPMembers read and discuss books voted on bymembers; book is read one month and discussedthe following month. CommitmentMeets 1st Thursday of every month (except August),7PM in Parish CenterContactBrenda Stratton, [email protected], 206-527-8593
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRYGroup organizes events such as: Theology on Draft,hikes, community potlucks and more. CommitmentEvents scheduled based on group interestContactMatt Portwood, [email protected]
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Councils &Commissions
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PASTORAL COUNCILWorks to promote communication in the parishcommunity through dialogue; fostersunderstanding among parishioners, parishorganizations, the archdiocese and the universalchurch; and recommends priorities and directionto the Pastoral Leader through long-rangeplanning and visioning.CommitmentMeetings held 3rd Tuesday of every month, 6PMContactDarcy Fulcher, [email protected]
FINANCE COUNCILAdvises the Pastoral Coordinator, Pastoral Counciland School Commission regarding effectivestewardship of the parish's financial and personnelresources.CommitmentMeetings are 3rd Wednesday of every month, 5:30PMContactJeanie Drury, [email protected]
WORSHIP AND SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMISSIONSet goals/standards for liturgical life and parishactivities; host Lenten Retreat and misc.opportunities to enhance spiritual life. Assessneeds of parish and recommend liturgicalpolicies/practices; train and support ministers; andprepare for feasts and liturgical seasons.CommitmentMeetings are 3rd Tuesday of every month, 6PM andmonthly liturgical planning sessionContactShannon Cary, [email protected]
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Councils &Commissions
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ST. BENEDICT SCHOOL COMMISSIONMembers implement initiatives identified in theschool five-year plan; advise the principal andpastoral coordinator on matters of policy; serve inmarketing, fundraising, development, finance andacademics. Commission served by 3 parishioners(no children enrolled) and 6 current school parents. CommitmentMeetings are 3rd Thursday of the month, Sept -MayContactDerek Hermsen, [email protected]
HUMAN CONCERNS AND SOCIAL JUSTICECOMMISSIONParticipates in parish life through discussions,activities and events focused on Catholic SocialTeaching to the parish and our community.CommitmentMeetings are 3rd Tuesday of every month, 6PMContactBrenda Stratton, [email protected]
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A PROCESS FOR
DISCERNMENT
A baptized and confirmed Roman Catholic in
good standing with the Church
Registered and supporting member of the parish
and active in parish life
Understanding and commitment to the Church in
accord with the principles of Vatican II
Committed to prayer, study, listening and
dialogue
Committed to giving the time and talent needed
for participation; including attending monthly
meetings.
As adopted by "Many Gifts, OneSpirit", criteria for membership on
the council or commissions is:
Council andCommissionMembershipRequirements
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