Agape Groups
Provide an opportunity for fellowship in a small group setting.
Contact: Casey Mangan, 317-292-1658, caseymangan@gmail.com
Altar Server Program
Young people grades 3-12 serving the Lord at the altar during Mass.
Contact: Richard Griffith, 317-308-0506, spaatz1228@hotmail.com
Altar Society
Assists with maintaining our liturgical space and cleaning the altar linens and other liturgical items used in Mass.
Contact: Chris Foye, 317-677-6967, willyboy326@yahoo.com
Monica Foye, 317-490-3627, mm13green@yahoo.com
Angel Tree Program
Gathers & distributes gifts for families of prisoners at Christmas.
Contact: Sarah Nanos, 317-253-7051, scullather@gmail.com
Art & Environment
Decorates the worship space throughout the liturgical year.
Contact: Rob Halter, 317-257-9826, rhalter@iupui.edu
Athletic Program (CYO)
Coordinates and assists with athletics and other opportunities for youth in the parish.
Contact: Claire Jackson, 317-402-6965, cjackson@sjoa.org
Babies & Bagels/Tots & Tea
Monthly gathering for parents/caregivers and their little ones.
Contact: Melinda Rivelli, 317-283-5508, mrivelli@sjoa.org
Bereavement
Offers support to families of parishioners who have lost a loved one.
Contact: Jeff Hutson, 317-503-6521, hutsonABC@aol.com
Bible Study
Provides opportunity to study and share God’s Word in group setting.
Contact: Jennifer Kane, 317-439-2669, jkane43@comcast.net
Boy Scouts
Offers opportunities for youth to learn and demonstrate Boy Scout values
through camping, volunteerism, and religious involvement.
Contact: Kevin Grau, 317-989-8779, graueplatz@gmail.com
Donntae Jackson, 317-656-1219, dpjackson@gmail.com
Catechists
Teach St. Joan of Arc youth our faith.
Contact: Joe Sheehan, 317-283-5508, jsheehan@sjoa.org
Community Garden
Provides garden allotments to local public while nurturing a sense of community.
Contact: Kathleen Berry Graham, 317-340-3082, kathleenberrygraham@gmail.com
Cub Scouts
Activities are used to achieve the aims of Scouting – citizenship training, character development, and personal fitness for youth in grades 1-5.
Contact: Ryan Anderson, 317-445-4759, andersoncentral@icloud.com
Caroline Stevenson, 317-809-7406, carolineakennedy@aol.com
Engaged Couple Sponsors
Facilitate engaged couples’ preparation for married life.
Contact: Melinda Rivelli, 317-283-5508, mrivelli@sjoa.org
Eucharistic Adoration
Prayer and devotion to Jesus Christ in the Blessed Sacrament.
Contact: Dee Enrico-Janik, 317-926-5003, deej1213@att.net
Eucharistic Ministers
Reverently distribute the body and blood of Christ.
Contact: Shawn Stuckey, 317-607-4410, shawn1632@gmail.com
Evangelization
Share our Catholic faith by engaging, empowering, and raising awareness of the active role of our parish in the new evangelization!
Contact: Adam Setmeyer, 317-306-6104, asetmeyer@outlook.com
Finance Council
Assists the pastor in making decisions regarding parish finances.
Contact: Andrea Collier, 317-250-4948, andrea@collierandcolliercpa.com
Food Volunteers
People who are willing to provide food for various parish events and/or meals to parishioners who have recently had surgery or a baby.
Contact: Alisa Kaczorowski, 574-298-1282, alisakaczorowski@gmail.com
French Market
Annual festival and largest fund raiser that has evolved into a major neighborhood street fair with live bands, artisan booths, children’s games and an array of French food. More than 600 volunteer opportunities exist ranging from leadership positions to working the day of the event. This is a great way to meet and work with other parishioners while serving the community!
Contact: Barb Cady Smith, 317-506-8263, barbcady1961@gmail.com,
Karen Blackwell Smith, 317-701-0169, kbwellsm@earthlink.net
Friends of Adoption
Support group for those taking part in the adoption process, have already completed adoptions, or are considering adoption.
Contact: Cara Bach, 317-418-0525, cbach9400@yahoo.com
Gardening & Grounds
Work from Spring through Fall to plant, water, fertilize and weed plant beds.
Contact: Molly Seidel, 317-283-5984, indymollys@aol.com
Knights of Columbus
A Catholic fraternal service organization, men of faith and men of charitable action.
Contact: Eric Smith, 317-701-0157, smithed@earthlink.net
Lectors
Proclaim the Word of God during the Mass in a meaningful and reverent way.
Contact: Matthew Davis, 317-945-7395, MatthewDavis57@hotmail.com
Men’s Club Ministry
Seeks to increase fellowship among parishioner men and provides resources for on-going spiritual and structural growth of the Church, school, and community of St. Joan of Arc.
Contact: Barry Pachciarz, 317-442-5542, pachciarz@sbcglobal.net
MOMS (Ministry of Mothers Sharing)
An 9-week spiritual journey designed to help mothers look at their role from a more spiritual perspective.
Contact: Casey Mangan, 317-292-1658, caseymangan@gmail.com
Andrea Setmeyer, 317-709-4898, thesetmeyers@gmail.com
Money Counters
Count weekly collection.
Contact: Krissy Grosvenor, 317-442-3144, kgrosvenor@statewidecredit.net
Music Ministry
Assist in liturgical celebrations as a cantor, choir member, or instrumentalist.
Contact: Joseph Burrows, 317-283-5508, jburrows@sjoa.org
Parish Companions
Welcome and mentor new parishioners to help them become fully engaged in parish life.
Contact: Melinda Rivelli, 317-283-5508, mrivelli@sjoa.org
Pastoral Council
Represents the St. Joan of Arc community and advises the pastor in teaching, prayer, community and sacraments so that people are empowered to fulfill Christ’s mission.
Contact: Scott Rosenfeld, 317-371-3565, dr.scott8902@sbcglobal.net
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Crochet and knit shawls in prayer for those for are ill, lonely, or have experienced trauma or loss.
Contact: Nancy Clapp, 317-283-3021
Refugee Clothing Project
Help support and welcome refugees to our city by providing clothing.
Contact: Mary Ann Waldron, 317-259-0724, madwaldron@aol.com
Respect Life
Advocates for the recognition of the dignity of life at every stage of development and in every condition.
Contact: Sheila Shine, 317-253-5576, sheilashine095@gmail.com,
Beverly Ross, 317-283-1912, bross@iupui.edu
Reverse Raffle
Second largest parish fundraiser and mid-winter bash! Silent & live auction fundraiser, games of chance, raffle to win $1000.
Contact: Caroline Stevenson, 317-809-7406, carolineakennedy@aol.com
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
Introduces those interested in learning more about our Catholic faith to the teachings of the Church and the St. Joan of Arc community.
Contact: Melinda Rivelli, 317-283-5508, mrivelli@sjoa.org
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Provides food, clothing, appliances, and furniture to people in need.
Contact: Mark Fasbinder, 317-259-0530, fasbindermr@aol.com,
John Peoni, 317-283-2425, johnpeoni@aol.com
School Commission
Assures and promotes a quality education in a Christ-centered environment.
Contact: Mary Pat Sharpe, 317-502-3103, marypat.sharpe@gmail.com
School Families Supporting Faculty
Supports the school by generating fund raising activities to enhance our children’s educational experience.
Contact: Amanda Wilmering, 812-287-2223, awilmeri@hotmail.com
Aly Schroeder, 317-757-8311, alyschroeder04@yahoo.com
School Volunteers
Assist with general office tasks, custodial support, and/or relieving teachers during recess or lunch.
Contact: Gina Reese, 317-283-1518, greese@sjoa.org
Social Committee
Plans and coordinates Rites of Welcome receptions for new parishioners.
Contact: Julie Funk, 317-259-7928, jjjfunk3@yahoo.com,
Casey Mangan, 317-262-1658, caseymangan@gmail.com
Stewardship Committee
Encourages members to make a commitment to the parish in terms of sharing their time, talent, and treasure.
Contact: John Gresehover, 317-586-1430, john.gresehover@me.com
Strengths Team
Coordinates opportunities for parishioners to discover, explore, and develop their strengths and engage in the life of the parish.
Contact: Abigail Coleman, 317-439-8731, abigail.L.coleman@gmail.com
Ushers
Welcome all, assist with collection, coordinate presentation of gifts, and tidy up pews.
Contact: Joe Sheehan, 317-283-5508, jsheehan@sjoa.org
Vacation Bible School
Offers youth the opportunity to explore Scripture through story, prayer, crafts and songs.
Contact: Joe Sheehan, 317-283-5508, jsheehan@sjoa.org
Wedding Hostesses
Support the celebrants of the Sacrament and bring a sense of calm to the wedding party.
Contact: Kathy Washburn, 317-627-9134, kew6949@indy.rr.com
Women’s Ministry
Diverse group of women gathering in prayer, friendship and service to celebrate and enrich the St. Joan of Arc community.
Contact: Jami Allee, 317-370-7927, jamiallee@hotmail.com
Jamie Griffith, 317-308-0505, jamiegriffith768@gmail.com
Penny Nolting, 317-508-2772, penintdes@aol.com