“Do small things with great love.”
Mother Teresa
“By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:35
While serving as a parish priest at Saint Brendan’s on the South Side of Chicago in the 1960’s, then-Father Peter Scholtes searched for an appropriate song for a series of ecumenical, interracial events for his youth choir. He couldn’t find such a song. Inspired by John 13:35, he wrote a simple hymn in a single day. The first verse is as follows:
We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord
We are one in the Spirit, we are one in the Lord
And we pray that our unity will one day be restored
And they’ll know we are Christians by our love, by our love
Yeah they’ll know we are Christians by our love
At this time of stewardship renewal, please consider the needs of our Saint Agnes Community as well as how your time, talent and treasure can help meet those needs. Are you willing to stretch beyond what you have always done and try something new? Regardless of whether you are able to participate in large or small ways, are you willing to do so with great love?
Stewardship renewal is our opportunity to say “thank you” to God by committing to share a just and fair portion of our time, talents, and financial blessings to continue to do His work. By completing, returning, and then fulfilling your stewardship intention form, you are demonstrating your desire to continue as a vital part of the body of believers who gather as Saint Agnes Catholic Community. Thank you for answering Jesus’ call to “love one another.”
Time and Talent Opportunities
* Requires specialized training
** Current significant need
Greeter
Greeter
Arrive 20 minutes prior to liturgy to welcome all who enter the church.
Sacristan
Sacristan
Ensure that the church is prepared for all aspects of liturgy. * **
Choir
Choir
Multiple opportunities for all ages to enhance excellent music during liturgies.
Cantor
Cantor
Lead the sung prayer of the liturgy. *
Server
Server
7th-12th grade students who assist presider during liturgies. *
Lector
Lector
Lay minister who proclaims God’s Word during first and second readings at weekend liturgies. *
Cross Bearer
Cross Bearer
Carry cross during processional and recessional.
Gift Bearers
Gift Bearers
Bring gifts of bread and wine from rear of church to priest for blessing.
Worship Committee
Worship Committee
Parishioners and staff who work to maintain and enhance liturgy and other celebrations.
Art & Environment
Art & Environment
Cares for worship space and arranges flowers / appropriate decorations throughout seasons.
Eucharistic Minister
Eucharistic Minister
Adult lay ministers who assist the priest in distribution of Communion. * **
Sick / Homebound Ministry
Sick / Homebound Ministry
Lay ministers who make pastoral visits and administer Eucharist. *
Minister of Hospitality/Usher
Minister of Hospitality/Usher
Assist with liturgies from welcome through tidying up at conclusion.
RCIA Team
RCIA Team
Welcome and accompany “inquirers” during faith journey.RCIA Sponsor
RCIA Sponsor
One-on-one support to person entering into full membership of Catholic Church.Baptism Preparation
Baptism Preparation
Assist families during preparation for and during liturgy celebrating child’s baptism.Mentor / Companion Couple
Mentor / Companion Couple
Married couple working with newly married couple – first year of marriage.Children’s Liturgy of the Word
Children’s Liturgy of the Word
9:00 a.m. – lead class for children (Pre-K – 2nd grade).Student Stewardship
Student Stewardship
Share experience with students on variety of stewardship topics.Adult Faith Formation
Adult Faith Formation
Plans and implements opportunities for ongoing religious education and formation.Bible Days
Bible Days
One-week summer, Bible-based program for children (Pre-K – 5th grade).School Board
School Board
Assist the pastor and principal in governance of parish school and development of policy.PTO
PTO
Support all aspects of school – parents, teachers, students.Athletics
Athletics
Meets first Tuesday of each month. Oversees parish/school athletics programs and facilities.Cafeteria
Cafeteria
Support school faculty and cafeteria staff during meals.Prayer Blankets
Prayer Blankets
Make blankets provided to parishioners and family members who are seriously ill.Funeral Hospitality
Funeral Hospitality
Prepare / serve food for fellowship meals following funerals.Quilting
Quilting
Group makes quilts for raffle during yearly Carnival.Young Adults & Families
Young Adults & Families
Group of young adults and families who gather for social and service opportunities.New Baby Meal Aid
New Baby Meal Aid
Provide meal to families during first few weeks when newborn first comes home.Men’s Prayer Group
Men’s Prayer Group
Meets every Friday morning.Connect & Reconnect Team
Connect & Reconnect Team
Work to build and maintain involvement for all parishioners.Youth Ministry (Adult)
Youth Ministry (Adult)
Wide-range support for youth (7th-12th grade), e.g., chaperone, snacks, prayer partner.Parish Communication Team
Parish Communication Team
Enhance communication through all avenues such as print, social media, etc.Gardening
Gardening
hursday mornings (Spring-Fall) – specific areas of campus.Carnival Chair Shadow
Carnival Chair Shadow
Three-year term with staggered rotation for co-chairs of largest parish fundraiser.Carnival Booth Captain
Carnival Booth Captain
Oversee operation of Carnival booth (volunteers, money, prize distribution, etc.).Carnival Volunteer
Carnival Volunteer
Make calls for Carnival volunteers in June.Fish Fry
Fish Fry
Make calls for Fish Fry volunteers in February.SENGA
SENGA
Age 55 and older – social and spiritual gatherings.Adult Scout Volunteers
Adult Scout Volunteers
Leadership and support for scout groups (K – 12th).Respect Life Committee
Respect Life Committee
Meets second Monday (even months). Promote human life and dignity issues.Highlands Community Ministry
Highlands Community Ministry
Ecumenical organization serving Highland neighborhoods.Justice & Peace
Justice & Peace
Works to foster a deeper understanding within parish of the tenets of Catholic Social Teaching.Repair Affairs
Repair Affair
Provide maintenance for elderly, disabled, and/or people with limited income. (June)Passionists’ Support Team
Passionists’ Support Team
Provide support to local Passionist community in wide-ranging ways.Bereavement Ministry
Bereavement Ministry
Pair of ministers contact newly bereaved family to offer immediate support. *St. Vincent De Paul Conference
St. Vincent De Paul Conference
Meets third Monday of each month. Service to those in financial need.Open Hand Kitchen
Open Hand Kitchen
Serve lunch at downtown St. Vincent De Paul – fourth Friday each month.Christmas Baskets
Christmas Baskets
Assemble and/or deliver Christmas food baskets.Habitat House
Habitat House
Assist with various aspects of building Habitat for Humanity House.Refugee Resettlement Ministry
Refugee Resettlement Ministry
Partner with Kentucky Refugee Ministries to provide resources and support.Parish Pastoral Council
Parish Pastoral Council
Assist pastor in parish governance. Three-year term. Meets fourth Monday.Stewardship
Stewardship
Develop and facilitate all aspects of stewardship.Buildings & Grounds
Buildings & Grounds
Work directly with facilities manager to ensure maintenance of campus.Parish Office Helps
Parish Office Help
Help with special projects or provide back-up to staff.Finance Committee
Finance Committee
Provide financial consultation to pastor and Pastoral Council.Audit Committee
Audit Committee
Background in auditing preferred. Evaluate internal control procedures of parish.Parish Event Photographer
Parish Event Photographer
Take photographs during parish activities and events.Stewardship Contribution
Please click the Stewardship Form button, fill out the intention form and press send. To establish your one-time or recurring online stewardship gift, please press the Stewardship Gift button and follow the instructions.