Ministries 

Members of the Altar Linen Ministry take care of the sacramental linens.  These sacred linens must be handled with the utmost care and respect.  They also prepare the Altar for the celebration of the Mass.  

Contact:

 Ms. Mary Ann Buckley at (863)385-1386

Altar Servers minister at God's Altar with reverence, dignity and love. They assist the priest at Sunday Masses, Funeral and Wedding Masses, and other liturgical functions.  Children and adults who have received the Sacrament of Holy Communion are eligible to become Servers. Adults are needed to serve the daily Masses at 8:00 am and 12:00 noon, and other Masses when an Altar Server isn't available.  This is a special ministry which allows you to serve and demonstrate your love of Christ through your words and actions.  

Contact:

Doroteo Rodriguez, Coordinator at (863)385-0049 or e-mail Doroteo@stcathe.org

All women of the parish are invited for open discussion as women of faith and how we can express that faith in our family, church, and community life. 

We meet on the third Tuesday of every month at 5:30 pm in the Holy Family Youth Center, which is located on Highway 27 N, across from Lakeshore Mall. 

Contact:

 Mie Mie Strickler, President at (302)743-2267.

Eucharistic Ministers take the Holy Communion to those who are unable to come to church.  

Contact:

Claudia P. Spradlin at (863)991-3271  or the Parish Office at (863)385-0049.

Eucharistic Ministers are entrusted with the privilege of assisting in the serving of the Body and Blood of Christ at Mass.  If you feel Christ is calling you to a deeper relationship, love and service to God and the church, please consider this life-changing ministry.  

Contact:

Diane Sochacki at (863)835-2523 or email diane@stcathe.org

This grief support ministry offers a warm, caring environment for those who have lost a loved one, to begin to process a "new normal". 

We meet every other Sunday at 2:00pm in S200 Building. 

Contact:

JoMarie Grinkiewicz at (863)414-1119 or email jomarie@stcathe.org

We visit inmates in the Highlands County Jail. Male and female parishioners who wish to carry the Word of God to our incarcerated fellow human beings and bring them a sense of belonging they so desperately need.

Contact:

Bob Ushka at (941)342-5401

This is a men's association dedicated to serving God.  We meet the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm at Holy Family Youth Center.  

Contact:

Mr. Brian Cesare, Grand Knight, at (724)841-9359

Lectors proclaim the Word of God at Holy Mass with clear, persuasive and interpretive emphasis so that the faithful may discover God's Word anew and alive, in our assembly  Parishioners who are willing to learn to proclaim the Word are asked to inquire.

Contact:

Diane Sochacki, Director of Liturgy, at (863)835-2523 or diane@stcathe.org

The main purpose of this ministry is to give Glory to God through the sanctification of its members who become instruments of the Holy Spirit through a balanced program of prayer and service. 

Our meetings are on Wednesdays at 9:00am in Room 17 of the Parish Hall.  

Contact:

 Mary Ann Buckley at (863)385-1386 

A prayer chain is a list of people who agree to pray for a loved one during a troubled time. Prayer is among the most ancient of human practices, and to this day billions of people believe in its power. Prayer transcends religions, denominations, sectts, and belief systems of all kinds. 

Please send your prayer requests to:

Claudia P. Spradlin at (863)385-0049 or email to claudia@stcathe.org

If you want to receive request for prayers text "CATHEPRAYER" to 84576.

May the peace of Christ be with you always!

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults provides a journey of faith to share the richness of the Catholic Church.  This ministry provides opportunities for both those still searching for the one true faith and for those who wish to sponsor a person who has been called by God to learn about our Catholic faith.  

Contact:

Juana Nava at (863)991-0303 or email navaj@stcathe.org

The Catholic Church teaches "respect for all life, from conception to natural death".  Respect Life is dedicated to transferring from today's culture of death, into the "culture of life".  

Contact:

Roxana Santos at (863)385-0049 or email rsantos@stcathe.org

Praying the rosary is an important ministry, and members are called to live out their baptismal promises by sharing God's love, message, and by giving their time and service to others. All are welcome!!

Contact:

Mrs. Kelli Eggebrecht at kellibrecht3@gmail.com 

A Sacristan is a member of the parish who is responsible for preparing the Church for Mass and special liturgies and ensures that all necessary items are availble and in their proper place for each liturgy.  A Sacristan shows responsibility, knowledge and dedication to the liturgy.  If you are interested in joining our team of Sacristans, 

Contact:

Diane Sochacki at (863)835-2523 or email diane@stcathe.com

Ushers assist the faithful as they gather for worship.  They greet everyone as they enter the Church.  They help with seating and work to maintain an overall welcoming and prayerful environment.  They assist with collections and appoint and assist gift bearers.  

Contact:

Diane Sochacki at (863)835-2523 or by email diane@stcathe.org