Faith Community Service
Leadership Integrity Service
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Agape Groups
Provide an opportunity for fellowship in a small group setting.
Contact: Casey Mangan, 292-1658, caseymangan@gmail.comAngel Tree Program
Gathers & distributes gifts for families of prisoners at Christmas.
Contact: Sarah Nanos, 253-7051, scullather@gmail.comAltar Server Program
Young people serving the Lord at the altar during Mass.
Contact: Richard Griffith, 308-0506, spaatz1228@hotmail.comArt & Environment
Decorates the worship space throughout the liturgical year.
Contact: Rob Halter, 257-9826, rhalter@iupui.eduAthletic Program (CYO)
Coordinates athletic and other opportunities for parish youth.
Contact: Lesley Bartone, 931-9568, lbartone@sjoa.org or Eric O'Neill, saeoneill@hotmail.comBabies & Bagels/Tots & Tea
Monthly gathering for parents/caregivers and their little ones.
Contact: Melinda Rivelli, 283-5508, mrivelli@sjoa.orgBereavement
Offers support to families of parishioners during wakes and funerals.
Contact: Joe Sheehan, 283-5508, ext 1124, jsheehan@sjoa.orgBible Study
Opportunity to study and share God's word in group setting.
Contact: Jennifer Kane, 439-2669, jkane43@comcast.netBoy Scouts
Offers opportunities for youth to learn and demonstrate Boy Scout values through camping, volunteerism, and religious involvement.
Contact: Kevin Grau, 989-8779, kgrau@ix.netcom.com or Donntae Jackson, 656-1219, jacksonfamilydc@gmail.comCatechists
Teach St. Joan of Arc youth our faith.
Contact: Joe Sheehan, 283-5508, ext. 1124, jsheehan@sjoa.orgCommunications & Marketing
Develops and evaluates communication efforts of our parish.
Contact: Gene Rodriguez, 224-4184, genierod@yahoo.comCommunity Garden
Provides garden allotments to local community while nurturing a sense of community.
Contact: Kathleen Berry Graham kathleenberrygraham@gmail.comCub Scouts
Activities are used to achieve the aims of Scouting – citizenship training, character development, and personal fitness for boys in grades 1-5.
Contact: Shannon or Greg Smith, 931-247-2787, shannonmjsmith@gmail.com, or ftirduke@gmail.comDaisy Girl Scouts
Focuses on character building, friendship, and field trips for girls in grades K-1.
Contact: Katie Healy, 362-8812, marykath@gmail.comDaughters of Mary
Diverse group of women gathering in prayer, sisterhood, and friendship to celebrate and enrich the St. Joan of Arc community.
Contact: Penny Nolting, 202-0411, penintdes@aol.com or Paula Didrick, 503-3263, pdidrick@gmail.comEngaged Couple Sponsors
Facilitate engaged couples’ preparation for married life.
Contact: Melinda Rivelli, 283-5508, mrivelli@sjoa.orgEucharistic Adoration
Prayer and devotion to Jesus Christ in the Blessed Sacrament.
Contact: Dee Enrico-Janik deej1213@att.netEucharistic Ministers
Reverently distribute the body and blood of Christ.
Contact: Shawn Stuckey, 607-4410, shawn1632@gmail.comEvangelization
Engage parishioners by offering them opportunities and resources to help them grow in their faith, improve their prayer life, and find their niche within our parish community.
Contact: Cindy Sewell, 852-9614, cynsewell18@gmail.com or Kathy Caparo, 979-0343, kathy.caparo@gmail.comFinance Council
Assists the pastor in making decisions regarding parish finances.
Contact: Eric O’Neill, 410-0853, saeoneill@hotmail.comFrench 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 300 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: Karen Blackwell Smith, 257-0169, 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, 418-0525, cbach9400@yahoo.comGardening & Grounds
Work from Spring through Fall to plant, fertilize and weed plant beds.
Contact: Molly Seidel, 283-5984, indymollys@aol.comHoly Family Ministry/Parish & Community Outreach
In keeping with the Beatitudes, seeks to meet the spiritual, physical, educational, and emotional needs of the parish, school, and community at-large through resources and programs.
Contact: Melinda Rivelli, 283-5508 ext 1116, mrivelli@sjoa.org or Joe Sheehan, 283-5508, ext 1124, jsheehan@sjoa.orgKnights of Columbus
Contact: Eric Smith, (317) 701-0157, smithed16@earthlink.net
Lectors
Proclaim the Word of God during the Mass in a meaningful and reverent way.
Contact: Matthew Davis, 945-7395, MatthewDavis57@hotmail.comMen’s Club
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. Click here for 2015 events.
Contact: Barry Pachciarz, 442-5542, pachciarz@sbcglobal.netMOMS (Ministry of Mothers Sharing)
An 8-week spiritual journey designed to help mothers look at their role from a more spiritual perspective.
Contact: Casey Mangan, 292-1658, caseymangan@gmail.comMoney Counters
Count weekly collection.
Contact: Krissy Grosvenor, 442-3144, kgrosvenor@statewidecredit.netMusic Ministry
Assist in liturgical celebrations as a cantor or member of the Choir or Schola.
Contact: Joe Burrows, 414-9242, jburrows@sjoa.orgParish Companions
Welcome and mentor new parishioners to help them become fully engaged in parish life.
Contact: Jerry Binder, 339-7157, jbin2@aol.comParent Marketing & Enrollment Group
Reviews, evaluates, and develops communication, enrollment and retention efforts of the SJOA School.
Contact: Aly Schroeder, 757-8311, alyschroeder04@yahoo.comPastoral 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, 371-3565, dr.scott8902@sbcglobal.netPrayer Shawl Ministry
Crochet and knit shawls in prayer for those for are ill, lonely, or have experienced trauma or loss.
Contact: Nancy Clapp, 283-3021Refugee Clothing Project
Help support and welcome refugees to our city by providing clothing.
Contact: Mary Ann Waldron, 259-0724, madwaldron@aol.comRespect Life
Advocates for the recognition of the dignity of life at every stage of development and in every condition.
Contact: Sheila Shine, 253-5576, sshine@indy.rr.com or Beverly Ross, 283-1912, bross@iupui.eduReverse Raffle
Annual fun fund raiser that involves parishioners, school families, and neighbors.
Contact: Caroline Stevenson, carolineakennedy@aol.comRite 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, 283-5508, mrivelli@sjoa.orgSacristy & Sanctuary
Seeks to keep our worship space clean and in working order.
Contact: Cecilia Strigari, 283-4905, Cecil_Anth@att.netSt. Vincent de Paul Society
Provides food, clothing, appliances, and furniture to people in need.
Contact: Mark Fasbinder, 259-0530, fasbindermr@aol.comSchool Commission
Assures and promotes a quality education in a Christ-centered environment.
Contact: Nicole Schuster, 417-4641, nmcschu@gmail.comSchool Families Supporting Faculty
Supports the school by generating fund raising activities to enhance our children’s educational experience.
Contact: Suzanne Bolton, 513-608-1948, suzannembolton@gmail.comSocial Committee
Plans and coordinates Rites of Welcome receptions.
Contact: Julie Funk, 259-7928, jjjfunk3@yahoo.com or Casey Mangan, 262-1658, caseymangan@gmail.comSpirit of Sharing & Caring
Provides spiritual support to those in need by visiting and reaching out to people who are sick, lonely, shut-in, or bereaved. Contact: Ann Furgason, 694-4467, annfurgason@yahoo.comStewardship Committee
Encourages members to make a commitment to the parish in terms of sharing their time, talent, and treasure.
Contact: Brenda Henry, 251-0325, mark.brenda@sbcglobal.netStrengths Team
Coordinates opportunities for parishioners to discover, explore, and develop their strengths and engage in the life of the parish.
Contact: Matt Boling, 919-0427, matt.boling@gmail.com or Beth Barich, 413-7018, bethbarich@gmail.comUshers
Welcome all, assist with collection, coordinate presentation of gifts, and tidy up pews.
Contact: Jim Anderson, 765-425-6018, james.o.anderson@sbcglobal.netVacation Bible School
Offers youth the opportunity to explore Scripture through story, prayer, crafts and songs.
Contact: Joe Sheehan, 283-5508 x1124, jsheehan@sjoa.org or Katie Crafton, 403-9533, katie@craftonfitness.comWedding Hostesses
Support the celebrants of the Sacrament and bring a sense of calm to the wedding party.
Contact: Maggie Kelly, 701-3276, smakelly38@hotmail.comWellness & Nutrition
Coordinates resources and programs to promote a healthy lifestyle. Plans and implements the annual wellness fair.
Contact: Joe Sheehan, 283-5508, ext 1124, jsheehan@sjoa.org