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Bible Studies
  There is a Bible Study class that meets on Tuesday mornings at 9:00 AM and Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM throughout the year. There is also a Catechism class on Monday evenings at 7:00 PM. All are welcome! Father David Santoro teaches these classes.
   
Marian Cenacle
  The Marian Cenacle is a prayer groups led by Msgr. Ryan. Those attending have a special devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. This group meets the 3rd Monday of every month at 6:45 PM in the Church. The rosary is prayer. There is a reading followed by a discussion and a renewal of the act of consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Everybody is welcome. This prayer group meets for 45 minutes.
   
First Friday Adoration, Exposition and Benediction
  First Friday Adoration, Exposition and Benediction is held on the first Friday of each month beginning at 8:30 AM and concluding with benediction at 11:30 AM.
   
RCIA
  The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is the process for those interested in becoming Catholic. The process is formational, informational, and transformational and is Lectionary based and centered on the Sunday readings and liturgical rites. Resources are Holy Scripture, The Catechism, and Fr. Foley’s book Believing in Jesus. Sessions are held weekly, enabling the participant’s time to learn about the Church and to reflect on what it means to be a follower of Jesus as a Catholic. Everyone is welcome to attend these sessions to update his or her faith or to learn more about the Catholic Church. Msgr. Gerald Ryan directs the program and is assisted by Deacon George Catanzano, Jim Boesen, Martha Boesen, and Jane Herrmann. .
   
Pastoral Care Ministry
  This group ministers to shut-ins; those in the hospital and nursing care facilities. Pastoral Care ministers take Eucharist and visit and pray with those in need. If you or someone you know is in need of Pastoral Care, please contact Dick Timmerman 278-6771, Jean Heger 278-0741, the Parish Office 276-4042, or Deacon George Catanzano 278-8846.
  If you or someone you know is in need of Pastoral Care, please contact:
  Deacon George Catanzano 778-4062  
  Parish Office 276-4042  
   
Knights of Columbus
  The Knights of Columbus is a national Catholic men's organization involved in numerous church, community and family social activities. St. Mary of Nazareth has its own council. Men of all ages are welcome.
 
  Contact: Jerry Goebel Phone: 327-0131
   
Men's Club
  St. Mary's Men's Club is active and enthusiastic. Men of all ages meet once each month to socialize and plan various activities throughout the year. Activities include fund-raisers to help support local charities, plus fun events such as golf outings, the annual steak fry, a New Year's Eve party and dance, and much more.
 
  Contact: Randy Huewe Phone: 491-7816
   
Women's Association
  The Women's Association focuses on the opportunity to meet socially on the first Monday of each month from September through May. They are also a service organization for the Church and community. Programs include various topics of interest to women of all ages. In November, they have an annual fund-raiser, "Christmas at the Mansion". It is an arts and crafts bazaar with "country café" featuring delicious homemade soup, sandwiches and baked goods. In the spring, there is a catered brunch and style show to finish the year's activities. All women in the parish are encouraged to join this group.
 
  Contact: Barb Cochrane Phone: 270-6653
  Contact: Suzanne Ritchie Phone: 986-5651
   
Christian Family Movement (CFM)
  Christian Family Movement is a network of small groups of 5 to 7 families. Parents meet regularly (about once a month) in each other's homes, usually bringing the kids along to play with a babysitter if needed. The meetings follow a book which focuses on topics of importance to their marriage, family, church and community. Through small group interaction, Christian values are reinforced and families are encouraged to reach out in action to others. Other service projects and get-togethers are planned throughout the year. CFM is for anyone: newly married couples, parents with kids of any age, single-parent families, empty nesters, or anyone else who wants to make a difference in our community.
 
  Contact: Susan Battani Phone: 278-2864
 
Family Life Committee
  The Family Life Committee is in charge of many family oriented activities. They have a full roster of activities for the year, usually culminating with a Parish Family Picnic. Most Sundays of the year this committee is in charge of "Coffee and Donuts" after the 8:00 and 9:30 AM Masses. Join this ever active, ever-growing, enriching group, not only for you but also for the whole parish family.
 
  Contact: Kraig Klopfenstein Phone: 278-4321
     
   
Newcomers Steering Committee
  The Newcomers Steering Committee was established to reach out to the newcomers in St. Mary's Parish. Telephone calls, home visit and social events are being planned.
 
  Contact: Therese Rholfes Phone: 986-3055
   
Pro Life Committee
  The Pro Life Committee is dedicated to the sanctity of all life, especially the unborn child whose lives are ended by abortion. Annually, we sponsor a Cradle of Life, which is a collection of baby and maternity clothes and monetary gifts. These are given to local pregnancy centers to help women as an alternative to abortion. Also we are the coordinating committee for St. Mary's for Life Chain, which is held on the first Sunday of October, which is Respect Life Sunday. On an as-needed basis, we coordinate the political effort to let our views be known to our elected officials. A pro-life Rosary is said every Sunday before the 9:30 AM Mass.
 
  Contact: Dick Heger Phone: 278-0741
   
Social Concerns Committee
  The purpose of the Social Concerns Committee is to promote and coordinate programs that will work toward justice and charity for all God's people in the local community. In the past this committee has been involved with child abuse, meal each month for the homeless, racial relations, Alzheimer's disease, The Food Pantry, AIDS and baby-sitting clinics. They meet on the fourth Sunday of each month after the 9:30 AM Mass.
 
  Contact: Barb Cochrane Phone: 270-6653
   
St. Vincent de Paul
  St. Vincent de Paul is a program designed to help the poor with donations of food, money, clothing and furniture. All donations are greatly appreciated and always needed. They meet at 2:00 PM on the first Monday of the month in the Fireplace Room.
 
  Contact: John Klemm Phone: 289-2828
  Contact: Virginia Klemm Phone: 289-2828
   
Worship & Spirituality Committee
  The purpose of the Worship and Spirituality Committee is to serve our parish community in all aspects of the development of one's spiritual life. This committee has four standing sub-committees: Music, Art and Environment, Rites, and Ministries Spirituality and worship are at the very core of parish life. The Worship and Spirituality Committee is constantly searching for parishioners who are willing to be involved in this critical aspect of parish life.
 
  Contact: Msgr. Ryan Phone: 276-4042
   
Crochet - Crafts Group
  A group of ladies meet each Tuesday morning to work on their own project. Needlework, knitting, hand-sewing, quilting, crochet or any other craft that can be worked on at Church but then taken home at the end of the meeting. We love to share ideas and will try to help members learn new crafts. We meet on Tuesday from 9:30 - 11:30 AM in the Parish Hall. Anyone is welcome.
   
Building & Grounds Committee
  The Building & Grounds Committee is responsible for over-seeing the upkeep and maintenance of all parish property. If you are interested in serving on this committee, or have mechanical or technical knowledge, call the Parish office at 276-4042
   
 
 
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