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St. Francis de Sales (SFDS) - Abingdon, Maryland
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ADULT BIBLE STUDY
Beth Taneyhill,
e-mail: SFFaithFormation@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 121
Members meet on the 1st
Sunday of the month from September to June to study scripture. Group meets at 12:30 p.m. in the Knights of Columbus Hall.
ADULT CONFIRMATIONBeth Taneyhill, e-mail: SFFaithFormation@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 121
For adults who have celebrated
the sacraments of Baptism and First Eucharist in the Catholic Church but did not have the opportunity to be confirmed.
ALTAR SERVERS
John Campo, phone: 410-836-8178
Assist the presider at various liturgical
celebrations. Altar servers are asked to attend one workshop a year. The minimum age for becoming an altar server is 4th grade.
Also see Sacristans.
BAPTISM CLASSES AND SCHEDULINGParish Office, phone:
410-676-5119 e-mail: lborkoski@stfrancisabingdon.org,
Call the parish office to schedule a date for your child’s
baptism. Parents are asked to attend two preparation sessions for baptism of children under the age of 7.
- For baptism of children over the age of 7, see Christian
Initiation of Children
- For adult baptism, see Rite
of Christian Initiation of Adults
BAPTISM
PREPARATION MINISTERSDeacon Richard Stine, e-mail: Stine619@comcast.net, phone: 410-679-8327
David and Christina Scott, phone: 410-638-0331
Deacon Jim Sullivan, e-mail: JSullivan@archbalt.org, office phone: 410-679-5199 ext. 136, or home phone: 443-484-2069
These ministers conduct the preparation sessions for parents of children to be baptized.
BAPTISMAL
GARMENT SEWERS
Blanche Stine, phone: 410-679-8327
Nicolene Polyak, phone: 410-734-7724
These individuals
sew and decorate the small white garment used in the Rite of Infant Baptism for babies who are baptized.
BINGO
Ken Reed, 410-569-5589
Second and Fourth Fridays of each month in Kilduff Hall. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., Early Birds
at 7:00 p.m., Regular Bingo at 7:30 p.m.
BLOOD DRIVE
Kate Sullivan 410-676-5119
Blood donors and volunteers are needed twice a year to assist the American Red Cross collect blood.
BUILDING & MAINTENANCE COMMITTEE
Chairperson is needed.
This
committee administrates and coordinates the plans for the design and construction of the new religious education building.
Meetings vary. Call the Parish Office for more info.
BUS TRIPS
Contact Parish Office, phone: 410-676-5119
Bus trips are
scheduled throughout the year to a variety of places. Notice is published in the bulletin.
CALENDARLisa Borkoski, e-mail: lborkoski@stfrancisabingdon.orgTo inquire about availability of meeting space on site or dates
of parish functions.
CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORDDiane Lewis, e-mail:
sfeducation @archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 115
Children ages 4 to 9 leave Mass
(9:00 and 11:00 a.m. only) before the readings are proclaimed so they can hear the readings in language conducive to their
understanding. The children return at the time of the Profession of Faith.
CHRISTIAN INITIATION
OF CHILDRENBeth Taneyhill, e-mail: SFFaithFormation@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 121
For unbaptized and baptized children
in another denomination, ages 7 through 17 who seek initiation in the Catholic Church through the sacraments of Baptism and/or
Confirmation and First Eucharist.
CHRISTIAN REFLECTION GROUPSBeth Taneyhill,
e-mail: SFFaithFormation@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 121
Small groups of individuals who
meet in a member’s home to pray and share faith. Times and locations vary.
CHURCH CLEANING
Ed Petrovic, Facilities Manager, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 118
CONFIRMATIONBetty Burlin, e-mail: theburlins@comcast.net, phone: 410-676-3354, ext. 122 Preparation for students in Grades 9 and 10 include catechetical sessions, service projects
and retreats. Celebration of the sacrament occurs at the end of the 10th grade.
COUNTERS
Call Parish Office 410-676-5119
These individuals are part of a team of three and count money from church collections
and record the contributions. Teams are assigned once a month on Sundays.
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Jim Wilson, phone: 410-515-2167
This committee’s
task is to communicate the importance of the parish’s mission and to develop strategies to raise finances through capital
campaigns, stewardship and bequests in order to continue and accomplish this mission. Monthly meetings vary.
DONUT SUNDAY SOCIAL
A time to meet other parishioners held 1st or 3rd Sunday of the month after
Sunday masses.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Joan Cala - 410-592-8825 Ministers
who distribute bread and wine during Mass or take communion to the sick and homebound. Ministers are asked to attend workshops
two times a year.
FAITH FORUMBeth Taneyhill, e-mail: SFFaithFormation@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 121
Three times a year, a one evening
forum is held at the parish office for returning Catholics or interested Catholics would have questions about faith or church
teachings. This forum is hosted by Fr. Mike. Watch bulletin for dates.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
Call parish office 410-676-5119
This committee acts as an advisory and consultative body to the pastor regarding the
financial aspects of the parish. Meets monthly.
FIRST EUCHARISTBetty Burlin,
e-mail: theburlins@comcast.net, phone: 410-676-5119 ext 122 Parents are asked to attend two parent education meetings and work with child using a recommended
book in preparation for the celebration of the sacrament. For adults, see the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.
FIRST RECONCILIATIONBetty Burlin, e-mail: theburlins@comcast.net, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 122 Parents are asked to attend two parent education meetings and work with child using a
recommended book in preparation for the celebration of the sacrament.
“FUN”
RAISING COMMITTEE
This committee has fun and good times raising money for the parish through bingo, plant sales,
bake sales, craft shows, dances, 150 club, etc. Call the Parish office for info.
FUNERAL
ARRANGEMENTS
Parish Office, phone: 410-676-5119
FUNERAL LUNCHEONS
Blanche Stine, phone: 410-679-8327
Parishioners are asked to donate baked goods for funeral luncheons offered to families
of the deceased. They are also asked to serve at the luncheons.
GREETERS
Greeters welcome members as they come to parish liturgies.
HOME VISITATION TO THE SICKDeacon Richard Stine, e-mail: Stine619@comcast.net, phone: 410-679-8327
Eucharist is taken to the homebound and
Lorien Nursing Homes by ministers.
HOSPITABLE CARD SENDING
Caroline Reed, phone:
410-569-5589
Whenever a member of St. Francis incurs a crisis, the community lets them know they are prayed for and supported.
INTRODUCTION TO CATHOLICISM CLASSESBeth Taneyhill, e-mail: SFFaithFormation@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 121
Three times a year, classes are
scheduled to introduce individuals to the Catholic faith or to invite adult Catholics to update their own understanding of
the faith. This serves as the first stage in the R.C.I.A. process. Call for dates and to register.
INVOLVEMENT
AWARENESS COMMITTEE
The Involvement Awareness committee has been established to help facilitate the pairing
of volunteers with a specific ministry based on talent, time, need and interest, much like a Human Resources Department for
volunteers at SFDS. Please contact Beth Marchiano at the parish office for more information about this ministry at 410-676-5119.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUSDan Trout - 410-515-0041 A fraternal service organization, the Knights raise money to help needy people.
Some of their activities include: working at a concession stand at Ravens games, distributing food baskets, etc. Meetings
are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays at 8:00 p.m. in the Knights of Columbus Hall.
Organization comprised of wives of the Knights of Columbus, the ladies meet
on the third Monday of the month at 8:00 p.m. in Kilduff Hall.
LECTORS
Pam
Vesely, phone: 410-569-1872
Ministers who proclaim the Scripture readings during Mass. Lectors are asked to attend a
workshop once a year.
LEGISLATIVE EDUCATION GROUP
This group works in partnership
with Associated Catholic Charities to bring parishioners’ attention legislative bills which are oppose or support Catholic
social teaching. Parishioners are encouraged to write to their legislators. Call the Parish Office for info.
LITURGY COMMITTEE
Bob and Nancy York, phone: 410-679-2917
Meets monthly to discuss,
plan and evaluate all liturgies, prayer services, sacramental celebrations and parish retreats which occur throughout the
year.
LITURGICAL ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE
Bob and Nancy York, phone: 410-679-2917
Plans, decorates and evaluates environment for the Worship Center, Stone Chapel and Kilduff Hall for all liturgical celebrations.
MARRIAGE - WEDDING ARRANGEMENTS
Parish Office, phone:
410-676-5119
Couples are asked to meet with a priest or deacon at least six months or more before their wedding. Please
schedule the wedding date before setting a date for the reception. Pre-marriage preparation is to be done during this time.
- WEDDING COORDINATORS
Bob and Nancy York, phone: 410-679-2917
Members assist couples and guests at wedding rehearsals and the day of the
wedding.
- WEDDING
PLANNING SESSIONS
Mary Jo Piccolo, e-mail: sfliturgy@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 123
Couples are invited to attend a Wedding Planning Session to discuss the wedding ceremony,
prayers, environment and music. Sessions are held four times a year. Call for date and time and to register.
- PRE-MARRIAGE PREPARATION
Deacon Richard Stine,
e-mail: Stine619@comcast.net, phone: 410-679-8327
Couples are asked to meet three times
with a Sponsor Couple in their home. Sponsor Couples are members of the parish. The Archdiocese of Baltimore also offers the
Pre-Cana and the Engaged Encounter Weekend as other forms of preparation at another location. Please
call 410-547-5417 for more information. It is highly recommended that couples seek these preparation opportunities well in
advance of their wedding date.
- MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Regional Number: 1-877-558-LOVE
A weekend during which
you and your spouse have the opportunity to rediscover and focus on your relationship by concentrating solely on one another.
- RETROUVAILLE (re-tro-vi)
Regional Number: 301-468-6764
For marriages
that are experiencing difficulty, this weekend helps couples rebuild their relationship.
MUSICMary Jo Piccolo, e-mail: sfliturgy@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 123 Adult Choir/Contemporary Choir, rehearsal: Wednesdays 7:30 p.m. Cantors, rehearsal:
Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. Children’s Choir, rehearsal: assigned Thursdays 6:15 p.m. Hand Bell Choir, as per bulletin
announcement Instrumental Ensemble, for various Sunday Liturgies or Feasts Resurrection Choir (for funerals), rehearsal
immediately before funeral
NEW PARISHIONERS’ WELCOME BREAKFAST
Parish
office, phone: 410-676-5119
This committee is responsible for hosting the New Parishioners’ Welcome Breakfast held
on the second Sunday of each month in the parish house.
OFFICE HELPSandy
Gill, e-mail: sfmanager@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 110 Individuals can volunteer to answer phones, stuff bulletins, assist with mailings
and type in the parish office.
OUR DAILY BREAD
Scott Piercy, phone: 410-569-8271
Located in downtown Baltimore, this is a place where the hungry can dine. Pans and recipes are distributed the last weekend
of the month. Frozen casseroles are delivered the following weekend and taken to the location. On location assistance serving
the hungry is welcomed.
PARISH DIRECTORYSandy Gill, e-mail: sfmanager@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 110 Call to make additions or deletions in the parish directory.
PASTORAL
COUNCIL
Jim Wilson - 410-515-2167
Meetings are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the parish center.
Members of the church are invited to attend.
PRAYER LINEDeacon Richard
Stine, e-mail: Stine619@comcast.net, phone: 410-679-8327
A network of individuals who pray for
special requests called in by anyone who needs prayer.
PRESCHOOL
Doris McKibben,
phone; 410-676-1870 ext. 135
Preschool for three year old children on Tuesday and Thursday; for four year old children
on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, either AM (9:00-11:30) or PM (12:30-3:00) sessions available. A five-day class for four year
olds is available in the morning only. We have an open door policy and parents are welcome to volunteer.
RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION - GRADES
K THROUGH 5
Diane Lewis, e-mail: SFEducation@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 115
Classes scheduled usually twice
a month as per the Religious Education calendar on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 6:00 to 7:05 p.m.
- MIDDLE SCHOOL
Betty Burlin,
Patrick Perkins, e-mail: theburlins@comcast.net, phone 410-676-3354 ext. 122 - Tuesdays
and Wednesday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
- HIGH
SCHOOL AND CONFIRMATION
Betty Burlin, Patrick Perkins, e-mail: theburlins@comcast.net, phone: 410-676-3354 ext. 122
There are Three – 6 week sessions scheduled throughout the school year as per the
Religious Education calendar. Confirmation is a two year program starting in the 9th grade and finishing in the 10th grade
of which 20 hours of community service is required within this two year process.
- HOME RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION
Diane Lewis, e-mail: SFEducation@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-5119 ext. 115
Religious education of children
done in home for a variety of reasons taught by parents. Parent support and resources are offered by the parish along with
four sessions held at the parish throughout the school year.
RESPECT LIFEDeacon Jim Sullivan, e-mail: JSullivan@archbalt.org, office phone: 410-679-5199 ext. 136, or home phone: 443-484-2069
- BOY SCOUTS – TROOP 810
Karl Flenner - 410-670-1845 - Meets Sundays at 6:00 p.m. in Kilduff Hall.
- CUBS - PACK 810
George Stiemly 410-676-8412
Patrick Perkins – Parish
Liasion, 410-879-3446
Ages first through fifth grades. Pack meetings are held on the third Friday of each month (September
through June) at 7:30 p.m. in Kilduff Hall.
- GIRL SCOUTS (Brownies, etc.)
Lisa Asbury, phone: 410-989-0141
General meetings are held
every Thursday (September through June) from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. in Kilduff Hall.
SOCIAL ACTION COMMITTEE Jim Sullivan, e-mail: JSullivan@archbalt.org, office phone: 410-679-5199 ext. 136, or home phone: 443-484-2069
This committee sponsors the Winter Crisis Homeless Shelter held here at St. Francis, supports the Sharing Table soup kitchen
in Edgewood.
SENIORS’ CLUB
Bernie Bloom, phone: 410-569-5179
For ages
55 and over, this group offers social activities, games and trips. Meetings are held weekly on Mondays from 11:00 to 2:30
p.m. in Kilduff Hall. New Members welcomed.
SPANISH COMMUNITY Deacon Alex
Rodriquez, e-mail: ARodriguez@archbalt.org, phone: 410-676-2089
Spanish Mass held each Sunday at 12:45
p.m. in the Stone Chapel.
SQUIRES
Ray Traube, phone: 410-569-0591
For the
sons of the Knights of Columbus.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
Kris Magnani
- 410-515-9675
This organization offers financial assistance and food, to people in need. Representatives are available
to give assistance every Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the
foyer of Kilduff Hall. A general meeting of all volunteers is held on the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the
parish center.
TIME AND TALENT VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Parish Office, phone:
410-676-5119
The Parish Office is ready and able to assist you in answering questions or directing you as a volunteer
toward a ministry or activity in which you feel you can contribute to the life of St. Francis de Sales.
USHERS
Bob Roddy, phone: 410-569-0710
Ushers greet the people as well as seat individuals, collect contributions
and direct the lines for communion. Ushers are asked to attend a workshop once a year.
A week long series
of scripture reflection and fun activities for Pre-school to Grade 4 held during the summer.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
Chairperson needed.
Young adults between
the ages of 18 and 40 are invited to participate in a variety of social and spiritual activities. Watch the bulletin for announcements.
For students in grades 6 to 12 through middle school and high school groups, the youth group offers social, service
and spiritual activities over the school year and the summer.
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