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The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process by which a person becomes a member of the Catholic Church through the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. It is also for those who want to learn more about the Catholic faith.
Contact Information:
Hannah Dawson: h.dawson@shcwarsaw.org
Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EMHC)
Those involved with this ministry assist with the distribution of the Sacramental Body and Blood of Christ at Mass and with delivery of the Eucharist to shut-ins. There is some training and attendance at an annual retreat is required.
Contact Information:
Michelle Frazzetta: m.frazzetta@shcwarsaw.org
Lectors/Proclaimers of the Word
Being a Proclaimer is a gift that gives back through the joy of sharing the Word of God with your fellow parishioners. Proclaimers of the Word are scheduled once or twice a month. They should attend Diocesan classes for instruction to learn how to 'tell the story' using proper speaking attributes including voice tones, pauses, et cetera and participate yearly in a time of renewal. Each person in this ministry is furnished with a yearly workbook to assist in their preparation of the readings of the day.
Contact Information:
Michelle Frazzetta: m.frazzetta@shcwarsaw.org
A Family of Faith helps to develop strong Catholic families. With this program, children learn the joys of following Jesus Christ and the truths of our Faith through the witness of Christian life given by their parents. Studies tell us that parental involvement in the faith-life of their child is by far the most important element in ensuring that a child develops into a practicing Christian.
Sacred Heart Religious Education Registration - English
Sacred Heart Religious Education Registration - Spanish
Contact Information:
Hannah Dawson: h.dawson@shcwarsaw.org
We are not meant to walk alone. If you want to help someone as they become Catholic, please contact Hannah Dawson.
Contact Information:
Hannah Dawson: h.dawson@shcwarsaw.org
This ministry provides opportunities for Adult Education and Faith Formation, as well as to provide small Christian community formation. Adult Faith Formation meets on Wednesday evenings @ 6:15pm and the 3rd Sunday of the month @ 9:30am.
Contact Information:
Ida List: i.list@shcwarsaw.org
Adult Choir
The adult choir practices on Thursday evening @ 6:30pm. In addition to Sunday Masses, they also provide a leadership role during special liturgical times of the year such as Holy Week and Christmas, Parish Renewals, et cetera.
Contact Information:
Abby Rupley: a.black@shcwarsaw.org
Bible Study
Everyone is welcome as we study the upcoming Sunday readings. Meet in the Living Well Center on Wednesdays @ 9:30-11:00am.
Contact Information:
Dale Rice: 574-377-9301
Prayer Packages for College Kids/Military Personnel
This is an outreach program for our young adults who are away from home, letting them know that their parish is still thinking of them and praying for them.
Contact Information:
Stephanie Wainscott: swainscott24@gmail.com
Friends of Jesus
Parishioners with special needs are an important part of our parish family. Sacred Heart offers a religion-based program for these adult parishioners through the Friends of Jesus program. Guided by parish volunteers, the group meets twice a month on Mondays from 6:30-7:30pm, September - May. Classes include prayer, scripture, Catholic doctrine, projects and fellowship. New members are always welcome.
Contact Information:
Carol Kloser: 574-267-2626
Funeral Meals
Funeral dinners are provided at the family's request. Volunteers are called to supply a side dish, salad or dessert. The core team makes all the arrangements for the meal. Food items are usually delivered to the kitchen by 10:00am the day of the funeral. Set-up and clean-up volunteers may need to handle the banquet tables and chairs from or to storage area.
Contact Information:
Sue Sherman: wsherman11@yahoo.com
Greeter/Usher
Some of the duties include welcoming everyone, helping people find a seat in church, handing out bulletins, and helping to make sure the Mass runs smoothly. There is some training and greeters are scheduled monthly as available.
Contact Information:
Michelle Frazzetta: m.frazzetta@shcwarsaw.org
Healing Blankets
Volunteers on this committee make small blankets to be given to anyone who is suffering from serious illness, a death in the family, or other major problem in their life. Enclosed with the blanket is a note promising our prayers as a parish family. The blanket represents the thoughts and prayers that we share with them during their time of need.
Contact Information:
Sue Sherman: wsherman11@yahoo.com
Isaiah 42 Ministry (Jail Ministry)
Visit men & women at the county jail. Serve as liaison with parish priest for any special spiritual needs. Isaiah 42 Ministry sponsors the Pen Pal program and Angel Tree Program of Prison Fellowship.
Contact Information:
Jody Burns: jodyburns6927@gmail.com
Music Ministry
Calling all musicians in the parish! We are looking for more volunteers who would be interested in sharing their talents with the church, from singers to guitarists or pianists. We have several events outside of the Mass including EXALT, Women's Adoration and Praise Nights.
Contact Information:
Abby Rupley: a.black@shcwarsaw.org
Our Father's Pantry/Our Father's Closet
Located at 2214 E Winona Avenue, Warsaw, Our Father's Pantry was started by Sacred Heart Church to fill in the gap left by Roz Morgan shutting down a local pantry. Sales from Our Father’s Closet resale store are meant to financially support the operations of the food pantry. Both entities are under the umbrella of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Donations of food, clothing, diapers & toiletries can be dropped off at the store/pantry or in the box in the Gathering Space. Volunteers are always welcome!
Contact Information:
Pantry-Cheryl Zale: (574) 453-6970
Closet-Cheryl Brandt: (574) 551-2774
Women of Grace
Contact Information:
Stephanie Lantz: stephlantz@icloud.com
Ministry for Men
Chaplain's List - helping men grow in holiness
Our sister (twinning) parish is St. Nicolas Catholic Church in Kenscoff Haiti. The parish includes three outlying chapels and the John Paul II school. Sacred Heart has been twinning with St. Nicolas since 1987. St. Nicolas Parish including the chapels serves approximately 1600 families. John Paul II Catholic School includes Primary students (K-6) 300-400 students and Secondary (7-12) 400-600 students.
OUR MISSION:
To be in solidarity with our Haitian Brothers and Sisters at our sister parish St. Nicolas Catholic Church, outlying chapels and the John Paul II Catholic School.
WHAT WE D0
Ongoing Regular Support
Church, Rectory and School operating expenses
Prayer Support and Solidarity
School Lunch Program for Secondary school students
St Nicolas feast day (Dec 6th) celebration support
Special Projects
Contact Information:
Lisa and Mark Meadows : meadowsml@comcast.net
The Sacred Heart Community Meal is on the 3rd Tuesday of the month (except for Feb & July). The purpose of this ministry is to foster a sense of community within the parish by welcoming parishioners, as well as those who may just be traveling past our campus grounds.
Contact Information:
Jeanine DeGeeter : degeeterjeanine@gmail.com
Young Adults
Sacred Heart Young Adults is a group who strives to learn about the Catholic faith, grow in community with each other and our relationship with Christ. If you are looking for a community that encourages your faith journey come to one of our events! We look forward to welcoming you.
Contact Information:
Abby Kopecky : abby_anne23@hotmail.com
We partner with the First United Methodist Church of Warsaw to reach out to the hungry in our community by providing food for and serving at the Community Kitchen in Warsaw.