It is our strong belief that what makes a parish special and alive is not just a group of buildings, but a community of persons who together follow the teachings of Jesus. Each of us are called to live Jesus – to become the hands, feet, voice, mind and heart of Jesus.| ANNUAL REPORTS |
| Parish Life/Activities Commission Family Center 2007/2008 Event Statistics |
| Spiritual Growth/Evangelizing Commission Knitting into they Mystery |
| Education Commission CAFE' RCIA Respect Life |
| Worship Commission |
| Community Service Commission BeFriender Ministry St. John Christian Service Outreach East |
| Administration Commission (Parish Finance/Operations) - Advises the pastor in making financial decisions and planning for the financial stability of the parish. |
| MINISTRIES AND ORGANIZATIONS |
| Administration Commission (Parsih Finance/Parish Operations) - Advises the pastor in making financial decisions and planning for the financial stability of the parish. Gary Dickerson 653-7290 |
| Altar Servers (Parish Worship) - Boys and girls, who have celebrated their First Eucharist and who assist at the altar during Mass. Mike McCrandall 653-7700 Men and women assist by serving at daily Mass and at funerals. Justin Piper 654-2503 |
| Altar Society (Parish Life) - This organization is voluntary and open to all women of the parish. Its purpose is to provide altar breads, wine, candles, vestments, linens, and other items used in liturgical celebrations, and to clean and care for the sacristies and sanctuaries. Members meet on the first Tuesday of the month. Their main fund-raising project is the Spring Raffle. Mary Ann Moore 742-8618 |
| Annulment Ministry (Community Service) - Provides assistance in obtaining a Church annulment for divorced and remarried persons, as well as those contemplating remarriage. Deacon Dan Fairweather 653-0070 |
| Art & Environment (Parish Worship) - Helps create a prayerful church environment in order to enhance community worship in keeping with the various liturgical seasons and events. Terri Donajkowski 653-4708 |
| Baptism Classes (Parish Education) - Parents who wish to have their child baptized are expected to attend baptismal preparation class (for first child only). The class is held at 7:00 p.m. on a Sunday evening and is scheduled several times each year. Parish Office 653-2377 Forms and Class schedule |
| BeFrienders Ministry (Parish Community Service) - BeFrienders is a group of trained, lay pastoral care members of St. John the Evangelist. Everyone at times is on a difficult journey and needs a caring companion who will listen, empathize and be a reminder of their caring faith community. BeFrienders provide care through a listening presence to anyone experiencing illness, stress of care-giving, divorce or separation, death of a loved one, job loss, depression or other stressful life experiences. Laurie Miles 652-0304 |
| Bereavement Dinner Ministry (Parish Community Service) - Parishioners prepare and serves a dinner for bereaved families and friends following the funeral of their loved one. (Weekdays) Becky Josza 658-1936 |
| Bingo (Parish Life) - Helps earn money for the Building Fund and other parish needs. St. John Hall: Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday Pontiac: Tuesday and Saturday. Dianne Campbell 658-7114 |
| Blessed Sacrament Sodality (Parish Worship) - Parishioners -- both women and men -- who assist in maintaining and cleaning the sanctuary and other church areas. Alice Defever 653-6989 |
| Blue Army (Parish Spiritual Growth/Evangelizing) - Aim to fulfill the request of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Fatima, Portugal, in 1917 by praying the Rosary daily, wearing the Brown Scapular, and offering to God all the sacrifices necessary to keep the Commandments while performing the duties of daily life. Prayer group meets on Mondays after the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Christine Heintz 653-0241 |
| Blue Army Cadets (Parish Spiritual Growth/Evangelizing) - Cadets meet on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month at 9:30 a.m. Anna McNew 250-0113 |
| Boy Scouts / Cub Scouts Serve others while instilling values in young persons and preparing them to make ethical choices in order to achieve their full potential. 235-2531 |
| Bulletin Inserters (Parish Life) - Persons who come and insert the notice/notices in the bulletin when necessary. This is done usually on Friday morning. Veronica Ur 653-2377 ext 221 |
| CAFE' - Catholic Adult Formation & Education (Parish Education) A highly energized team committed to offering wholesome educational and formational programs for adults of all ages. The CAFE" team has hosted programs with well known speakers and performers; Steve Ray, Steve Angrisano and Sister Helen Prejean. The team maintains a CD Rack, located in the gathering space in the church, which offers different topics on Catholic teachings. The Coffee and Faith Enrichment evenings, held at Big Apple Bagel in Davison, have been very successful. These evenings, held on the third Wednesday of the month from February through May, consist of a presentation followed by group discussion and plenty of free coffee. Elaine Ouellette 658-4776 ext 272 |
| Cemetery/Mausoleum (Parish Finance/Operations) - Provides a final resting place in a Catholic cemetery that is pleasant and well cared for -- a place to visit for a few moments of reflection with a loved one. Located on the corner of Richfield and Oak Roads. Dianne Campbell 658-7114 |
| Choirs (Parish Worship) Celebration Choir (sings 10:00 a.m. Mass - Sunday) Singing Angels Choir (grades 2-8) Resurrection Choir (funerals) Faith Ringers (handbells) Kristal Bells (age 5-9) Schola Cantorium Organ & Concert Committee and instrumentalists, organists, cantors -- all of whom share their gifts to enhance the liturgical celebrations and encourage participation by the congregation. Julie Richards 658-1316 |
| Christian Service Commission (Parish Community Service) - Provides food, clothing and financial assistance to needy persons in the parish and the Davison area. Provides Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter Baskets, school clothing and supplies. Parish Office 653-2377 |
| Collection Counters (Parish Finance) - A dedicated group of volunteers who meet once a week to count the weekend collections. They tally up envelopes and money according to Diocesan Fiscal and Accounting standards. Barb McCrandall 653-5810 |
| Daughters of Isabella (Parish Life) - Regina Coeli Circle 1095 meets the second Thursday of every month to plan and perform various charitable works. Motto: Charity, Unity and Friendship. Everill Conroy 653-6074 |
| Eagles' Nest - Located in the Family Center in room 103, the Eagles' Nest offers child care, providing you the opportunity to work out in the Wellness Center, walk the track, volunteer during P.R.E.P., visit the Library or attend a meeting on Campus. When you sign your child in, you will be issued a pager. Should your child require your immediate attention, you will be notified via the pager. Open Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; Monday - Thursday 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Closed during the summer. Donations are asked to offset the cost of the service. Becky Jones 743-3171 |
| Education Commission (Parish Education) - The Education Commission seeks to increase parishioner involvement in parish educational opportunities for children, youth, adults and families. It seeks to be a guiding council for religious education and Catholic school needs for St. John community.Greg Carlson 931-0754 |
| Eucharistic Adoration (Parish Spiritual Growth/Evangelizing) - Eucharistic adoration is an expression of our love for Jesus, who loves us so much that He never wants to leave us and so stays with us day and night in the Blessed Sacrament. Eucharistic Adoration is held every Thursday in the chapel following the 10:00 a.m. Mass until 9:00 p.m. Volunteers are needed to sponsor an hour of prayer. Betty VanBeers 658-9473 or Dennis Cornell 793-2992 |
| Eucharistic Ministers (Parish Worship) - Lay ministers who assist at Mass by sharing the Eucharist -- the Body and Blood of Christ --under the forms of bread and wine. Neil & Pam Kiefer 658- 4005 |
| Evangelization (E-Team) (Parish Spiritual Growth/Evangelizing) - Explores parish needs, with special attention to alienated persons, inactive Catholics and those who are unchurched, in order to bring the Good News to all levels of humankind; plans parish missions and other events to help evangelize the community through a closer relationship with Christ and a life filled with the Holy Spirit. John Paige 664-9053 |
| Familia (Parish Education) - A program that helps parents develop a strong family structure, promote harmony among family members, pass on the meaning of the Gospel to their children and foster an awareness of the need of Christ in their daily lives. The program consist of bi-monthly meetings for mothers of young children. A program for husbands and fathers is also available.Keith & Judy Hendryx 653-0280 |
| Family Center Volunteers (Parish Life) - Join the team that assists in the operation of the St. John Family Center. Welcome Desk Assistants welcome and assist visitors entering the Family Center, answer the phone, make coffee and accept registrations and payments for current programs. Wellness Center Overseers monitor the St. John/McLaren Wellness Center and track. Gym Supervisors ensure a safe environment for users of the Family Center gymnasium. Commitment can be a few hours each week or on an as needed basis. Laurie Miles 652-0304 |
| 50 & Over Club (Parish Life) - Offers social functions including entertainment and extended trips for seniors; prepares and delivers holiday "Love Baskets" of fruit, candy and cookies for homebound seniors; meets on the third Tuesday for Liturgy at 5:00 p.m., followed by a potluck dinner. Sue VanderKooy 636-7340 |
| First Friday Memorial Fund (Parish Worship) - An opportunity for parishioners to make a special offering, whereby their intentions are remembered at the 8:00 or 10:00 a.m. Mass on the First Friday of each month, beginning on November 1 through October 31. A yearly offering of $60.00 for these Masses should be made in the parish office by October 10. Requests made later than October 10 are updated monthly for publication in the parish bulletin. Parish Office 653-2377 Print Form |
| Gift Bearers (Parish Worship) - Actively involves parishioners in the Liturgy of the Mass by presenting the bread, wine and monetary offerings of the assembly. Arleen Christopherson 653-1766 |
| Gift Shop, St. John (Spiritual Growth) - Visit us for unique gifts to celebrate those special occasions, especially First Communion, Baptism, Confirmation and Wed dings. Or warm up your home with décor items which will serve as daily reminders of God’s Word and unfailing promises. We have beautiful gifts in stock and we can accommodate special orders. The shop is located off the entrance lobby of the chapel and is open Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m, Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 12 Noon or by appointment by calling Sandy Versteeg at 653-5794 |
| Girl Scouts - Fair Winds Girl Scout Council 230-0244 or local school 800-482-6734 |
| Greeters (Parish Worship) - Greet parishioners and guests before weekend Masses and distribute worship aids used in services. Assigned on a rotating basis approximately every six weeks; required to be present half an hour before Mass. Kim Laux 654-0135 |
| Habitat for Humanity (Parish Community Service) - Genesee County Habitat for Humanity is a non-denominational Christian ministry whose mission is building houses and communities in partnership with God’s people in need. Dick DuCharme 653-2868 |
| HUP Access Point (Parish Community Service) - is a facility, located in the Parish Hall (450 Building), that provides free internet service where job seekers can go in their own neighborhoods or communities to search for jobs listed on the Michigan Talent Bank. Trained volunteers from the faith-based or community organization connect them, via computer, to job search services, assist with resumé preparation and, if needed, direct referrals for human services. Bernie & Rosei Tholl 245-8559 |
| Knights of Columbus Council 4090 (Parish Life) - Men's Catholic fraternal organization, providing assistance to groups such as Outreach East, Boysville, Guest House, groups serving persons mentally or physically challenged, etc.; also supports men preparing for priesthood through annual "Desert Meal." Members meet weekly; must be at least eighteen years of age and in good standing with the Church. Tom Ruddy 653-2621 |
| Knitting into the Mystery (Parish Spiritual Growth/Evangelizing) - Is a group of knitters and crocheters whose purpose is to stitch God’s love, care and warmth into shawls for those who need them. Contact Elaine Ouellette at 810-658-4776 (Ext 272) or email stjohnknitting@yahoo.com. |
| Lectors (Parish Worship) - Proclaim the Word of God during Mass and various services , thereby fostering a greater love for the Scriptures and deeper insight into their meaning. Neil & Pam Kiefer 658-4005 |
| Legion of Mary (Parish Spiritual Growth/Evangelizing) - Ministers to the parish, as assigned by the pastor, by visiting and bringing the Eucharist to homebound persons and those in hospitals and nursing homes; also provides outreach to inactive and/or alienated Catholics. Meets weekly. Janice Muckenthaler 653-1827 |
| Library Committee (Parish Education) - To serve the People of St. John the Evangelist, Davison, by providing a balanced selection of resources that encourage spiritual and moral growth. The Library has a wealth of material for all age groups. We seek to foster a deeper understanding of our Catholic Faith as we journey through life. We offer Bible study aids, children’s materials that teach values as well as entertain, Catholic magazines, videos on the Holy Land, and more! Michael Madden 653-8472 |
| Liturgy of the Word for Children (Parish Worship) - Children, ages 5 - 10, attending the 12:00 Noon Mass, gather in the chapel prior to the first reading. A volunteer presider from the parish reads the gospel and discusses it on a level appropriate for children. The children also participate during the intercessory prayers. After the profession of Faith they return to their families. It’s a wonderful opportunity for children to pray and reflect at their own level. |
| Marriage Preparation Classes (Parish Education) - Engaged couples are asked to contact one of the priests or deacons at least 9 months prior to their wedding date. Each couple is required to attend an Introduction to Natural Family Planning class, a Perspectives in Faith seminar and a two-part communication class, We Care. In addition, each couple is asked to complete and review FOCCUS, (Facilitating Open Couple Communication Understanding and Study) a pre-marital inventory survey. Robin DuCap 653-2377 ext 224 Class Schedules Data Form A Guide from Engagement to Wedding Day Photograghy & Videotaping Guidelines |
| Men’s Club (Parish Life) - This organization was created for all men of the parish. Its purpose is to create a closer bond of friendship between all men of the parish. This organization strives to enhance specific spiritual, physical, cultural and social life of the men of our parish as well as the service needs required by the parish. Some of its activities to include fund raisers, sports organization and supervision for the youth of our parish, sports activities and guest speakers, Father’s Day recognition and a parish picnic. Dave Abraham 654-2624 |
| Ministry to the Sick / Homebound / Elderly (Parish Community Service) - Takes the Eucharist weekly to persons who are unable to come to church for a period of time, usually on Thursdays or Fridays, between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., and after Sunday Masses, if necessary. Veronica Ur 653-2377 ext 223 |
| Ministry of Table (Parish Life) - Much of Jesus’ ministry was centered around the table or breaking bread together. The Ministry of Table at St. John Catholic Church is carrying on the tradition established by Jesus. We try to show the hospitality of breaking bread together as a service to those who visit our parish campus. Dianne Campbell 658-7114 |
| MOMS Club (Parish Life) - The club enables moms to meet and children to interact with other children in a Christian atmosphere on a regular basis. Meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 10:00 a.m. in the Family Center. Kim Laux 654-0135 |
| Natural Family Planning (Parish Education) - Natural Family Planning (NFP) provides a medically safe, healthy, and very low cost method for planning your family. It is proven to be 99% effective in postponing pregnancy and it is 100% natural and safe from health risks or harmful side effects. It is also very effective for couples having a hard time achieving pregnancy. All religious bodies including the Catholic Church accept the use of NFP by married couples. There will be introductions and four session series throughout the year. Todd & Tanya Babiasz 658-7525 |
| North End Soup Kitchen (Parish Community Service) - Assist in preparing and serving meals to needy persons on the third Thursday of the month between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Yvonne Masson 653-8894 |
| Outreach East (Parish Community Service) - Assists needy persons in the Greater Davison area and M-15 corridor by supplying food, shelter, utility payments, etc., thus fulfilling Christ's mandate to feed the hungry and shelter the homeless. Office is located in the Community Services (425) Building. Jan Lebert 653-7711 |
| Parish Hall / Facilities Rental (Parish Finance) - Arrange hall rental for receptions and parties; familiarize renters with rules and amenities related to hall rental. Laurie Miles 652-0304 |
| Pastoral Council (Parish Life) - Advises and works with the pastor in meeting parish needs; serves as the vehicle to facilitate full participation of parishioners, thereby giving all a voice in the many aspects of parish life. Council membership includes representatives of the various parish ministries and organizations. All parishioners are welcome to attend Council meetings. Meets eight time per year. Michele Schultz 653-7973 or Nancy Schaenzer 658-5652 |
| Pilgrim Virgin Evangelization 2000 (Spiritual Growth/Evangelizing) - Arranges to have a statue of Our Lady of Fatima taken to parish households, in keeping with the desire of the Holy Father and the bishops as part of the Church's Millennium Evangelization effort. Christine Heintz 653-0241 or Ruth Reinke 736-7519 |
| Polka Mass / Dinner (Parish Life) - The Polish Mass and Dinner is an uplifting and very inspirational event at St. John parish. The Mass itself is lively, filled with beautiful Polish hymns. The colorful costumes and the friendly, fun loving Polish descendants are only part of the cultural experience you can look forward to when you join in on the celebration. The dinner includes many delicious Polish dishes and lots of fun and dancing to polka classics performed by a live polka band. Gary & Kathy Gay 653-2244 |
| Prayer Line (Parish Spiritual Growth/Evangelizing) - Provides spiritual support to parishioners through prayer in their time of need. Ruth DuCap 653-5089 or Donna Duffy-Ward 658-1882 |
| Pre-School (Parish Education) - The St. John Preschool serves children ages 2 ½ - 5 years. We are a state licensed facility offering a choice between a Montessori program and a Child Development Preschool program. The Montessori classroom is a structured, individualized program, which uses specific materials and activities that are designed to help develop independence and organization in learning, The Child Development classroom is designed to provide a wide variety of hands-on learning experiences as well as opportunities for creative play and socialization. Lori Peppin 653-1901 |
| P.R.E.P. (Parish Religious Education Program) (Parish Education) - Preschool Sunday School, Kindergarten and Elementary through 5th Grade Nurtures the faith formation and religious education of pre school and elementary children through formal classes (September - April) and Vacation Bible School (VBS) in the summer. Elaine Davis 658-4776 ext 236 |
| Grades 6, 7, 8 and Youth (Parish Education) - Youth Ministry seeks to nurture in young persons positive Catholic values of love, honesty, courage, peace and non-violence, fidelity, chastity, generosity, tolerance, respect for life, care and compassion, service to needy persons, equality, social justice, integrity and responsibility to community. Youth Ministry Program is for students in grades 9 - 12. Paul Schlegelmilch 658-2875 |
| Prison and Jail Ministry (Parish Community Service) - Brings God to inmates through Catholic Services and visitations to local prisons and jails. Joann Sargenson 631-2372 |
| Remarriage Seminar - Ministers to couples preparing for remarriage, affording them an opportunity to share and reflect on topics such as remarriage and the Catholic Church, readiness for remarriage, the couple's expectations, blending families, families of origin, etc. Catholic Charities Office 517-342-2458 |
| Respect Life (Parish Education) - We are called to up hold the dignity of the human person from conception until natural death. We attempt to bring the Light of Christ to the culture of death by education and awareness.Todd & Tanya Babiasz 658-7525 |
| Retrouvaille (Troubled Marriage Program) - 313-237-6052 www.retrouvaille.org Ministers to married couples who are frustrated, hurt, angry with each other; who feel alone, distant, disillusioned or bored; who are thinking about separation or divorce; who don't know how to change or where to turn. |
| Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) (Parish Education) - Initiates people into the Roman Catholic Tradition of the Christian way of life through the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and the Eucharist. The entire process includes prayer and reflection, formal instruction, and active participation in the life of the parish. The length of the initiation process is determined by the background and needs of individual participants. Children age 7 and up are included in this process using age appropriate material. Elaine Ouellette 658-4776 |
| Rosary (Parish Spiritual Growth) - Prayed daily in the chapel after the 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. Masses. |
| Rosary Making Guild (Parish Spiritual Growth) - Makes rosaries to send to the missions and to be used in some local celebrations, thereby promoting devotion to Mary. Meets every second Monday of the month at 3:00 p.m. in the Family Center. Mary Ashley 742-7835 |
| Scrip Program [Cash Gift Certificates] (Parish Finance) - This program is a fundraiser for the All Parish Family Center. Volunteers are asked to give thirty minutes after Mass once a month to help. For each certificate sold to parishioners for groceries, gasoline, and restaurants the parish receives a percentage. There is an occasional meeting for about 1 ½ hours. Special skills are none to computer skills. Mary Ann Moore 742-8618 |
| Scripture Sharing (Parish Education) - Weekly (Thursdays 8:45 - 9:45 a.m.) faith-sharing process based on the following Sunday's Scripture readings.Barb McCrandall 653-5810 |
| Scripture Study (Little Rock Program) (Parish Education) - A unique approach to Scripture study employing solid principles of adult learning to meet the educational and spiritual needs of Catholic men and women. Components include daily personal study, weekly small-group sharing, a brief lecture and a simple, effective method of shared prayer in the small group. Elaine Ouellette 658-4776 |
| Sports Council (Parish Life) - The Sports Council looks to find ways to provide and monitor athletic opportunities in a Christian setting through the use of our facilities and other sites.Gary Peppin 653-1901 or Ted Miles 653-3797 |
| Stewardship Ministry (Stewardship Commission) - A ministry dedicated to developing and channeling the time and talents of our Parish Family to better serve the needs of our church and the community. |
| Transportation Ministry (Parish Community Service) - Share your ride with persons who need transportation to and from church on Sundays and Holydays. Judy Hogg 653-4964 |
| Ushers (Parish Worship) - Ensure that worshipers are seated comfortably, assist elderly and disabled persons, collect the weekly offering, direct Communion lines and otherwise assist at Masses and other services. Men, women, young adults and teens are welcome. Dennis Cornell 793-2991 |
| Vacation Bible School (VBS) (Parish Education) - Summer program (held in July) for children ages three through fifth grade (just completed), enabling them to learn how God works in their lives. Children are gathered in multi-age groups to enjoy activities, dramas, music, snacks, etc. Youth and adult volunteers are actively sought. Elaine Davis 658-4776 ext 236 |
| Word and Communion Service (Parish Worship) - Provides parishioners an opportunity to celebrate God's Word and the Eucharist apart from Mass on Saturdays at 8:00 a.m. and when needed during the week at 10:00 a.m. Parish Office 653-2377 |
| Worship Commission (Parish Worship) - Assesses the needs of the assembly and implements plans for effective liturgical celebrations; provides ongoing evaluation to ensure that liturgical celebrations are effective and meet the needs of the people of St. John Parish. Provides education and promotes the development of liturgical ministers (lectors, ushers Eucharistic ministers, greeters, gift bearers and altar servers). Terri Donajkowski 653-4708 |
| Young Adults (Parish Education) - A Young Adult is defined as anyone age 18 to 39, single or married. The Diocese of Lansing sponsors retreats, social events and a unique program called Liturgy on Tap specifically for this group. At St. John Church, having one of the largest Young Adult populations in our region, we are aware of their continuing needs and concerns. We welcome anyone who is interested in assisting our Youth Minister with the planning of events which will meet those needs. College students, returning home for holiday and summer breaks, are invited to gather for social and faith sharing sessions. For more information contact Paul Schlegelmilch at 658-2875. |
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