Word of God

Baptism Preparation

Baptismal sessions are offered quarterly for expectant or new parents to help them understand their role as Christian parents and prepare them for their child’s baptism. Teams of parishioners have a rotating schedule for facilitating sessions.

Fr. Tom

 

Bible Study – Day/Evening

Seasonal, thematic, or other types of Bible Study are offered in 6–8-week programs.  Facilitators are needed to lead sessions.

Ann Gage

 

Marriage Preparation

Couples assist in preparing engaged couples for the sacrament of marriage.

Audreana Derhake

 

Marriage Tribunal Advocate

Trained advocates guide persons who have experienced divorce through the process of requesting an annulment.

Ann Gage

Deacon Terry

 

Quincy SPIRIT (Special People in Religious Instruction Today)

This group for mentally challenged individuals in Quincy and surrounding area parishes meets every other Tuesday evening from September through May. Volunteers are needed to serve as teachers and helpers to provide one-on-one help to participants.

Pam Frericks

 

OCIA adapted for Children.

Adult volunteers facilitate a process for children and teens who have not been baptized or whose parents are in RCIA to prepare them for the initiation sacraments.

Audreana Derhake

 

OCIA Sponsor

People wishing to become Catholic are assigned sponsors who accompany them on their faith journey.  Sponsors attend sessions and help incorporate those in the process into parish life.

Deacon Terry

Ann Gage

 

OCIA Team

RCIA is a process for people interested in joining the Catholic Church or completing their initiation through Confirmation and/or Eucharist.  Sessions are held weekly. Team members facilitate sessions and guide participants through the process.

Ann Gage

Deacon Terry

 

Vacation Bible School

For one week in June, VBS teaches our children about their faith in a fun, activity filled atmosphere.  We need adult and student volunteers to lead small groups, prepare food, help with crafts, games, and music.

Audreana Derhake

Allison Menz

 

Youth Faith Formation

Volunteers needed for our youth faith formation programs. These programs support faith formation for all youth PreK - 8th grade. This is a wonderful opportunity for high school and college students, as well as adults who love working with youth and filling them with the love of Jesus!

Audreana Derhake

 

Youth Group

Adult Volunteers are needed to help plan and lead youth group events on a biweekly or monthly basis. Volunteers should have a passion for working with middle schoolers and sharing faith.

Audreana Derhake