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Next Volunteer Training, dec 9th, at 1:30pm
Our church office has need of many volunteers to assist either as receptionist, in the food pantry or assist with various office tasks. If you are interested, please fill out the form below. You can also find this form here. Our next training session is scheduled Monday, December 9 at 1:30PM.
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How you can give of your time and talent at st. anthony's
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church is blessed to have over 20 active parish ministries. There are many wonderful ways for you to get to know others, grow in faith, and use your talents and gifts in service to Christ.
Below you can see volunteer opportunities to consider, a description of each one and a contact person. To reach the contact person, please click on the name to email the ministry responsible.
Please use the handy sign up box at the bottom of the page to contact us about how you would like to serve Christ and neighbor at St. Anthony's.Current Volunteer Opportunities Ministry Description of Opportunity Contact Person Adoration Ministry of personal prayer and worship John Rowell Altar Linens Assist with the cleaning and ironing of altar linens and altar surpluses as well as restocking items in our parish sacristy. Frances Klotz Cemetery Maintenance and improvement of our parish cemetery, cemetery record keeping and upkeep of our promotional materials. Diana Wake Confirmation Prepares Confirmation students as a teacher or helper TBA Eucharistic Minister Brings Sunday Eucharist to the aged, sick and homebound Patricia Kassebaum Family Promise Work with other faiths to provide shelter, meals and services to homeless women with children in their custody Susan Bellew Food Pantry Collection, and distribution of dry food items to needy. Anita Monk Maintenance Volunteer sought to help with everything from painting, building repairs, wood working, minor landscape care and snow removal. Russ Quigley Music Ministry Bring your music talent to the altar of our Lord during liturgical celebrations by providing voice or instrumental accompaniment. Kayleen Roussin Parish Office Assist with variety of tasks in our parish office. John Rowell Prayer Chain Spiritual support of those in need of prayers. Lane Bergstrom Prison Ministry Support to encarating individuals who are in the process of conversion or discovering the spiritual path offered by our Lord Jesus Christ. Deacon Eric Rosario RCIA Assists program director as non-Catholics and/or baptized Catholics discern God's will through process of discernment and formation. Joshe Raetz Religious Education Ongoing needs for teachers and helpers for our Sunday religious education sessions, whether morning (English) or afternoon (Spanish). Anna Skillman Respect Life Change our society according to the values of the Gospel through local and national campaigns to build a culture of life and love. Marge Swierz Sacristan Enhances liturgical, prayer and community life by committing talents as a volunteer sacristan. Karen Cusano StAY Catholic Volunteer with St. Anthony's youth driven youth ministry. Donna Boyce Vacation Bible School Many volunteering positions required to make our summer VBS a big success. Diana Wake We Care Reception and distribution of household items to needy families Ministry Currently Inactive Website & Graphics Talented individuals sought whether teens or competent professionals to assist with the promotion of St. Anthony's mission. John Rowell Welcome Provides a welcoming presence to visitors who would like to get to know the various opportunities available in our parish. John & Pat McMahon, and Mary Burns Not Sure Where to Start?
No talent or experience is needed to become a volunteer. All you need is the desire to give of your time and employ your God-given abilities to further the mission of St. Anthony of Padua in service to our faith and community. You can start giving back right away as a St. Anthony volunteer. Many programs await your talents! What is important is to start. The Lord is never outdone in generosity so your efforts will be blessed.
Youth and Teen Volunteering
There are many opportunities for youth and teens to serve our parish and community. St. Anthony's needs event photographers, streaming Mass camera operators and plenty of help with painting and repairs. Learn a lot while having plenty of fun.
Volunteering Policies: Safe Environment
All volunteers who work with children, young people or vulnerable adults must complete "Protecting God's Children" training, authorize a background check, and complete an application form appropriate for the volunteer work you will carry out. To complete the necessary safe environment training, contact Diana Wake in the parish office or locate an upcoming training session available at the Diocese of Raleigh website.