Parish Organizations
The Parish Council, together with the pastor, is concerned with the total mission of the parish, including its spiritual, educational, and temporal needs. It is an advisory board responsible to the pastor. Members are elected to a three-year term and attend regular meetings on the second Monday of each month.
The Finance Committee, along with the pastor, plans the budget for the parish and monitors it throughout the year. This group also meets with the pastor to review the monthly financial report and assist with special fund-raising projects within the parish.
The Stewardship Committee plans and implements various activities which promote Christian stewardship as a way of life. This includes general education about stewardship through special events, on-going programs, education, newsletter articles, bulletin announcements, and guest speakers. The committee meets the first Thursday evening of each month.
The Men's Club – Through social, spiritual, support, and service activities/programs, the Men’s Club helps build a strong, true, and faith-filled parish. All adult males are considered active members. Join us the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the parish center to learn more about the programs and activities in which we are involved.
The Council of Catholic Women (CCW) – The purpose of CCW is to develop spirituality, encourage fellowship, and foster leadership among the women in our parish, region, and diocese.
CCW is a spiritual and service organization comprised of all women of the parish 18 or older. Meetings are held monthly on the 3rd Monday at 6:30 p.m. in the Father Allen Meeting Room. Informational programs on a variety of subjects are included several times a year. CCW serves the parish and community on many levels. We assist with the annual Christmas Dinner, the parish picnic, and with various receptions. Yearly events include the Fall Bazaar and International Fun Night. We welcome and encourage all women of the parish to become active participants in yourparish CCW. A complete schedule of programs and events may be found in the weekly bulletin or monthly newsletter.
St. Anthony's Guild promotes the Catholic way of life through prayer, works of mercy, involvement in church activities, and supporting community needs. Special projects include comforters for the homeless, hand quilt for the annual bazaar, and Christmas gifts for the needy through Crosslines. This group meets on the second Monday of the month, September through May.
St. Dorothy's Guild meets the fourth Monday of the month, except during June-August. Guild projects include funeral dinners, communion for the sick, and the parish telephone committee. Special projects have included the Living Rosary in May, the Christmas Bazaar, and the Parish Christmas Party as well as the Giving Tree at Christmas to benefit residents of The Kitchen.
St. Joseph's Guild meets four times per year, usually after 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Mass and on the Feast of St. Joseph. The guild sponsors the following events and services: The Good Samaritan Outreach, taking communion to the sick and homebound, providing transportation to doctor’s visits or church, meals following hospitalization, the prayer line, parish Christmas caroling, Valentine cookie collection for The Kitchen, Easter communion and gifts to the homebound and provides cakes, entertainment and service to the residents of Mercy Villa for the May birthday party. The Guild responds to requests from the CCW and the pastor.
St. Monica's Guild prepares and serves funeral dinners and provides additional assistance to the parish as needed.
Our Lady Rosary Guild is open to anyone wishing to make mission rosaries either cord or chain. Completed rosaries are provided to parish religious programs such as RCIA and PSR. Upon request, they are also distributed to hospitals and care facilities in our community and to missions around the world. Work sessions are held the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month following the 6:30 p.m. Mass. Start-up supplies are provided to new members.
St. Vincent De Paul Society helps the needy in the Springfield area by distributing funds donated by parishioners to provide emergency assistance. Monies are used to provide food and assist with utilities, rent and gas. The Kitchen social staff provides verification of need.
Senior Retiree Group meets for Mass the 2nd Thursday of the month, followed by a continental breakfast and a morning of playing BUNCO. This organization provides a great social activity for all retired parishioners, both single and married.
Middle School Youth Group (Grades 6-8) Volunteers support our youth by helping provide spiritual, social, and service opportunities within the parish. Activities include pizza parties, game nights, retreats, and field trips.
High School Youth Group (Grades 9-12) Volunteers support our youth by helping provide spiritual, social, and service opportunities within the parish. Activities include pizza parties, game nights, retreats, and field trips.
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