ST. SABINA'S MINISTRIES
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St. Sabina Parish is first of all a community of stewardship -- people sharing their gifts with people. Through this sharing of our God given gifts, we grow in faith, love, and service to the Lord and each other. We welcome and cherish the opportunity to grow in the stewardship "way of life" with you. |
| Our Mission Statement . . . We, the Catholic Church of St. Sabina modeled after a second century Martyr who knew the sacrifice of Christian life, are a Faith Community called together by Christ and empowered by the Spirit to proclaim the Gospel, to live with justice and love, and to share generously of ourselves. |
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The Adult Choir -- Singing is praying twice! The adult choir seeks to enhance liturgies of the parish community through their gifts in unison with the prayer of the whole community. The choir practices Wednesday evenings and sings regularly in the 9:30 a.m. Sunday Eucharistic Liturgy and for special celebrations in the parish. Contact the Director of Music, Francine Hobein -- 314-741-4732, and for more information or to play an instrument to enhance our worship. |
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Boy Scouts of America -- Cub Scout Pack 829 -- Honored at the St. Louis Cathedral Basilica on February 8, 2004, with the "Chaplain's Honor Unit Award for 2004." The Pack is sponsored by the Parish and is for boys in grades first through fifth. Contact the Cubmaster, Wally Castillo -- 314-839-3049 to join or help. |
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Boy Scouts of America -- Boy Scout Troop 829 -- Honored at the St. Louis Cathedral Basilica on February 8, 2004, with the "Archbishop's Outstanding Unit Award for 2004." The Troop is sponsored by the parish and is for boys 11 to 18 years old. To register as a member of Troop 829, contact Mr. Mark Gentle, Scoutmaster, at 314-831-8587. |
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Boy Scouts of America -- Venturing Crew 2829 -- Honored at the St. Louis Cathedral Basilica on February 8, 2004, with the "Archbishop's Honor Unit Award for 2004." The Venturing Crew is sponsored by the parish and designed for girls and boys ages 14 to 21 years old. Interested in joining -- contact the Crew Advisor, Mr. Glenn Bramlet -- 314-521-4069 for information on the Crew. |
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Catholics Returning Home -- Were you raised Catholic but do not or seldom come to Church? Are you a Catholic who now feels separated from your Church? Would you like to know more about the Church as it is today? No matter how long you've been away or for whatever reason, we invite you to reconsider renewing your relationship with Jesus and the Catholic Church. Please join us for any or all of the six sessions and an update of the Catholic Christian faith. St. Sabina and St. Ferdinand are jointly offering the following sessions on Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Each session lasts approximately 1-1/2 hours. Please call Tom Schultz at 831-6381 or Larry Grady at 831-7378 for more information. Free babysitting is available. For more information -- click here. |
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The Chaplain's Aid Society helps the needy by making sandwiches and delivers them to the 'Salvation Army' Ministry Food providers in St. Charles, Missouri. They meet once a month in the home of one of the members. If interested in joining this ministry, contact one of the coordinators -- Leanna Kertz -- 314-839-1149 or Pam Grady -- 314-831-7378. |
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Divorced/Separated Ministry -- North County Divorced Catholics (NCDC) offers friendship and support to anyone who is separated, divorced, or widowed. Meetings are held at St. Christopher's Church Hall, 11755 Mehl Road in Florissant on Tuesday nights at 7:30 p.m. For more information contact either our parish representative, Betty Ramirez -- 314-839-0592, or NCDC representative, Toni Copeland at 636-265-7000. |
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Eucharistic Adoration is an opportunity to come before the Real and True Presence of the Lord and "Encounter" Christ. In the peace and quiet of adoration, one may clear away the hectic pace of daily life, pour out fears and failings and ask for God's blessing and guidance in all things. Volunteers are needed to take one-hour shifts each Friday to keep company with the Lord, to give Him thanks for all the blessings He has given us, to make up for all the disrespect Our Lord receives in this sacrament, and to pray for the unborn and Vocations to the religious life. Adoration begins each Friday with exposition of the Blessed Sacrament immediately after the 8:00 a.m. mass and concludes with benediction at 10:00 p.m. Contact Mrs. Carol Casolari -- 314-831-8169, to sign up for an hour. |
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Eucharistic Ministers of St. Sabina consist of adult men and women who assist the priests and deacons in the distribution of the Holy Communion both at Eucharistic Liturgies and to the sick, infirmed, homebound. Contact the Pastor or coordinator of Eucharistic Ministries, Gail McHugh -- 314-921-5379, to learn more about this ministry. |
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Evenings for the Engaged -- A couple preparing for marriage had the option of meeting with a married couple in the parish who have been trained to assist them in their formation for the sacrament of marriage. It allows the married couple to develop a one-on-one relationship with the engaged couple preparing for marriage and share their growth and marriage with the engaged couple. To become a preparation couple or share in this preparation contact the coordinating couple of Evenings for the Engaged -- Rick and Sandy Uelhof -- 636-240-4041. |
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Girl Scouts of America -- Brownies/Girl Scout Troop -- Girl Scouting is offered for all age levels beginning in Kindergarten with Daisies and continuing through Seniors Scouts. Contact the Girl Scout Chairperson, Nancy McHugh -- 314-837-3071. |
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Grief/Bereavement Group -- Contact the coordinator for this ministry -- Sandy Stuhlman -- 314-831-2151. |
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St. Sabina Home and School Association promotes the involvement of parents in creating a supportive rapport between home and school. An active member is one who volunteers to help coordinate activities designed to improve the school environment. Meetings are held every other month during the school year. Contact the Chairperson, Fran Crain -- 314-839-4068 for more information. |
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Homebound Visitation Ministers consist of Eucharistic Ministers who visit the homes of the sick, informed and homebound of the parish on Sunday mornings. They proclaim the word of God through the scripture and share Christ through the distribution of Holy Communion. Contact the pastor, or Coordinator of Homebound Visitation, Michell Dupske -- 314-831-0168, to learn more about this ministry. |
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The Hospital Ministry Team consists of members who visit fellow-parishioners in the hospital to let them know that the St. Sabina parish family is praying for them. After a short visit, the team member leaves a prayer card with the patient. If we miss the person in the hospital, we try to follow up with a card to let them know the parish is praying for them We are in need of parishioners to do hospital visits. If interested or need more information, call the Hospital Ministry Coordinator -- Maureen Jacobsmeyer -- 314-838-7413. |
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The Hospitality Committee is a group of parishioners that work together with the Pastor and Parish Council and other organizations to plan, decorate, and serve social events in our parish. A few examples would be refreshments for the Missions, Anniversaries of our Priest, Sisters and Deacons, along with welcoming the going away parties for our priest or maybe just a social event that will help bring community to St. Sabina. For more information contact the Hospitality Coordinator, Pat Bobbitt -- 314-838-8673. |
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The Ladies Club's purpose is to unite all the women of St. Sabina Parish in religious, educational, and social activities. Women of all ages are invited to attend meetings on the third Wednesday of each month. Watch the Sunday bulletin for details or contact the President of the Ladies Club, Anita Johnson -- 314-839-0263, for more information. |
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The Lectors proclaim the Word of God in the Eucharistic Liturgy and other special liturgies. Lectors are assigned to all Eucharistic Liturgies on Sundays and Holy days. Contact the Coordinator of Lectors, Joyce Mullen -- 314-921-3463, to become a Lector. |
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The Liturgy Committee includes the following areas: learn the needs and desires from the rest of the parish; gather those responsible for leadership of ministries in the Liturgy; and inform themselves on what is right for liturgical celebrations. Monthly meetings take place on the second Wednesday of each month in the Annex. If your interest in Liturgy, please contact one of the heads of the Liturgy Committee or Sandy Stuhlman -- 314-831-2151. |
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Love in Action has the responsibility for enabling members to the parish to respond to the social problems of today. It concerns itself with the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of the church, giving special care to the poor, the lonely, aged, the oppressed, and minority groups. It is our parish outreach to all persons in our neighborhood. Jesus says -- "You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the greatest and the first commandment; and you shall love your neighbor as yourself." Matthew 22:37-39. For help or to learn how you can get involved, call the coordinator -- Sandy Miesner -- 314-837-1365. |
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The Maintenance Committee is made up of volunteer members of the parish. These volunteers bring with them, their personal experience in a particular field (i.e. carpenter, electrician, heating and cooling, landscaping, engineer, architect, plumber, etc.). The committee works in conduction with the Pastor, Associate Pastor and Finance Committee to help determine the scope of work to be done, attain bids, and assure that work is done in a professional and timely manner. If you have inquires or would like to join this committee, please contact the Chairperson of the Maintenance Committee, Tom Friedhoff -- 314-837-6524. |
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Mass Servers -- young people in the parish train annually for this ministry at the altar assisting the priest and deacon in the Celebration of the Eucharist. For more information contact the Coordinator of Mass Servers, Fr. Bob Samson -- 314-837-1365. |
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The Men's Club is a spiritual, social, and educational group, bring together men age 18 to 100, who meet the first Wednesday of the month. To join or for more information, contact the President of the Men's Club, Jack Hofmann -- 921-8712. |
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The Nursing Home Ministry consists of men and women who help provide for the Spiritual Care of those who reside at the Florissant Nursing Home through a Communion service held each Sunday morning and Mass that is celebrated every third Monday of the month. Contact the Pastor or Coordinator of the Nursing Home Ministry, Mr. Tom Friedhoff -- 314-921-0952 -- to learn more. |
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Our Parish Auction is held once a year in the spring. Contact Cheryl Entwistle at 314-837-0520 for information on our annual auction. |
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Our Parish Board of Education meets each month on the second Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. During the past year and a half, we have been generating ways that we can market our school to the community. During the past six months, Mrs. Karen Horack and a committee of parents have been doing a marvelous job of creating packets and making them available to perspective families. Our Board of Education supports this effort and will continue to work on ways to improve our parish school. We are currently looking for new members to join this group. If you would like more information and/or are interested in becoming a part of this board, please call Sr. Joan Galli, C.S.J. -- 314-837-6425. |
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The Parish Council determines the direction of the parish through development of a mission statement, goals and objectives. Parish Council members represent the total parish, elected by the parish, and promote the whole mission of Christ. Contact the Parish Council Chairman, Tom Friedhoff -- 921-0952, to become more involved in the life of the parish. |
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The Finance Committee is appointed by the pastor and deals with all matters of parish finance, including fundraising for the parish as well as the Archdioceses (ADA). It is responsible for the parish's accountability, maintenance, projects, and overall stewardship. To learn more contact the Finance Committee Chairperson -- Frank Linck -- 314-837-5915, or the Parish Manager -- Jack Mudd -- 314-837-1365. |
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The St. Sabina Garden Club takes care of the seasonal planting and maintenance of the exterior flowers and bushes of the convent, rectory, annex, school, and church. We work in conjunction with the pastor in establishing a peaceful, aesthetic atmosphere for enjoyment by the whole parish. At the same time we share in the companionship and knowledge of others with the same interests. Marge Moranville -- 314-839-1963. Attention -- St. Sabina Gardeners seek the talent of other backyard gardeners. If you like working with plants and don't mind getting muddy, come join us. BENEFITS INCLUDE: Weight loss and toning of muscles, complements of parishioners; prided in St. Sabina Parish Community. Call Margie to volunteer with our gardens. |
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The Parish Picnic is an annual celebration of the Feast of St. Sabina promoting fellowship and community well being. The picnic committee organizes each facet of the event including games, music, and food. The picnic committee is comprised of organizational representatives and volunteers. Please contact Anne Toolen, Chairperson, 921-4872. |
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The Parish Prayer Chain consists of volunteers who will set aside a few minutes in a day for prayer when a member of our parish family request prayers for themselves or someone else who has become ill or hospitalized. The captain receives a call, usually from the rectory and then the prayer chain calls are started. There are no meetings to attend just a few minutes of prayer for those in need. For more information call the coordinator -- Sandy Stuhlman -- 314-831-2151. |
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The St. Sabina Pro-Life Committee works to educate our community of faith that life is sacred from the moment of conception till the moment of natural death and how we must continually strive to protect and respect each person. The unborn child is truly human. The Pro-Life Committee also strives to work to address specific needs of women with problems related to pregnancy through agencies such as St. Sabina Love In Action, Birthright, and Our Lady's Inn. To become a part of this committee contact the Chairperson, Terri Booher -- 314-837-5571. |
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The Quilters are a group of ladies who meet to quilt the handmade quilts used for the quilt social and the parish picnic. Everyone is welcome. They are always happy to teach beginners in their weekly meeting. Interested in joining, contact Dorothy Kenley -- 314-921-2764. |
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For Sacristans contact the coordinator for this ministry -- Ethel Hoesli -- 314-921-1497. |
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The St. Sabina Huels Hall Players come together once a year to present a full-scale theater production in our own Huels Hall. Our play promotes fellowship and community among its participants as well as the entire parish. These parishioners, most of who have little or no previous experience, are responsible for acting, stage crew, set, and costume design, lighting, sound effects, concession, and promotion. Contact Jack Hofmann -- 314-921-8712 for details. |
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The St. Sabina Seniors are a group of young-at-heart adults, who meet in St. Sabina's Annex the third Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Our club is comprised of those who are 50 years of age or older. Our objectives: are to enjoy life through prayer and sharing generously of ourselves (service to the community and to the parish). We are fun loving group that prays together, works together, and plays together. For more information you may contact the club's President, Richard (Rich) Zaiz at 314-838-5466, or the Vice President, Victor (Vic) Vosbrink at 314-838-6814. |
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The St. Sabina Sports Association promotes organized athletics with the aim of teaching a Christian attitude, good sportsmanship, respect for rules and authority, and self discipline among contestants as well as leaders. The executive committee meets monthly and general meetings take place quarterly. Contact the Chairperson, Bill Linck -- 314-921-6773, of the Executive Committee for more information on joining a sport activity or helping. |
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St. Sabina Youth Group (S.S.Y.G.) is a ministry that involves all of the high school youth in our parish, who are very much a vital part of our parish community. Through our ministry, we hope to invite all of our youth to participate fully in the Catholic Church through education, socialization, service, and prayer. S.S.Y.G. gathers usually on the third Sunday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the annex basement. All high school students are welcome to join us for food, fun, and fellowship with teens from many of the different high schools in our area. Please join us and help us plan some of our events, such as retreats, snow skiing, bowling, float trips, gardening, or snow shoveling. Helping St. Vincent Orphanage at their events, collecting newborn gifts for Newborn for Life, walking through the night to help fight cancer, going to the Cardinal or River City Rascal baseball game, or just relaxing on a Sunday night at the annex. Interested in joining? -- contact Cheryl Entwistle -- 314-837-0520. |
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The Ministry of Ushers serves the community of St. Sabina at its Sunday Eucharistic celebrations. They attempt to welcome all to the Sunday Liturgy and to take care of the details of worship. Please join them by contacting the Chairperson of the Ushers/Greeters, Steve Hieke -- 314-838-2517. |
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The Vincent Association is a nonprofit corporation independent of the parish but established for the good of the parish. They own and maintain the fields adjacent to the northeast side of the parish parking lot. For more information contact the Chairperson of the Vincent Association, Bob Jercinovic -- 314-839-0840. The Vincent Association Board Members are: Bob Jercinovic, President; Rick Vogt, Vice President; Rich Lemp, Treasurer; Greg Light, Secretary; Wayne Bobbitt, Norm Wiele, and Kevin Toolen, Trustees. |
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The Welcoming Committee greets new parishioners every Sunday for registration in our parish library. Contact the Rectory -- 314-837-1365, to join and help welcome and be friendly to new parishioners. |
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