Keeping our community alive in Christ means that everyone needs to get involved in the life of the parish (St. Anthony Church and School). Please consider giving of your time and talent. It is through these gifts that our parish remains a vibrant community committed to serving God and each other.
The life of the body is the soul; the life of the soul is God. (Saint Anthony de Padua)
Parish Life Ministries are dedicated to building up the St. Anthony church and school community by fostering fellowship, encouraging prayer and faith sharing, and supporting parish and school initiatives. From HASA and annual church and school events to our new Men's and Senior Fellowship Groups, Parish Life Ministries help us support each other and keep our community vibrant.
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Giving thanks to God for his unspeakable gift in Christ Jesus. (Sacrosanctum Concilium, 1)
Liturgical ministers at St. Anthony de Padua Catholic Parish work together to enrich and enkindle our liturgies. This ministry includes Lectors, Cantors, Altar Servers, Greeters, EMs, and all those who serve at Mass.Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations. (Matt 28:19)
But to all who received him, who believed in his name, he gave power to become children of God. Jn 1:12
Through school clubs, Scouts, and Vacation Bible School, we aim to provide opportunities for the youth in our parish to learn new things, have fun, and grow closer to the Lord. We are hoping to expand our Youth Ministry offerings to include a Youth Group and more!
Charity is the soul of faith, makes it alive; without love, faith dies. (Saint Anthony de Padua)
Saint Anthony, our patron, had a heart for service, and we strive to immitate him by serving each other, our community, and our world through robust programs like our amazing St. Vincent de Paul Society chapter, Legion of Mary and Right to Life Groups, the Knights of Columbus, our annual Advent Giving Tree and much, more.
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We rely on the vast expertise of our parishioners to help with special projects in the parish community. In fact, our new parish office was built mainly by volunteers!
We also rely on your feedback to let us know what you need to be nourished by your faith and if you can help the parish community with specific skills.
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What's Next? Discernment.
We’ve got a lot to offer, and so do you! Follow these steps to discern how you can be a part of building up our blossoming community at St. Anthony by sharing your time and talent with the parish.
The people you love and who love you will be the first to celebrate your gifts. Ask them what they think you might enjoy doing and how your particular talents might have an impact at St. Anthony church and school.
And consider serving together! It's fun to serve with a buddy and it's a wonderful way to foster a heart for service in your kids.
Find a quiet and comfy spot in your home or stop in for a few minutes during Adoration. Pray on your own following these steps or you are welcome to use the Prayer to Know One's Vocation (below).
Take a fresh look at the many ways to get involved in St. Anthony Church and School. Remember: Our parish can only be a vibrant, warm, and welcoming community if you make it that way. Our parish can only be one that reaches out and heals if you're willing to do it. Our parish can only be a place for forming disciples if we, ourselves, seek to be formed.
Explore our complete guide describing all of our ministries and events and the ways you can help or lead.
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We've got sign-up forms for adults and kids. Once you find something you'd like to do, sign up. And if you don't see something you were hoping for, write it in! We'll explore starting it with you later this fall.
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We've got forms for adults and kids. Once you find something you'd like to do, sign up. And if you don't see something you were hoping for, write it in! We'll explore starting it with you later this fall.
Sign up now!