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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS OKTOBERFEST


The Knights of Columbus sponsored Oktoberfest will be held at Holy Disciples on Sunday, Oct 22 at 5:00PM.  The evening will include great German/Bavarian music and food!  The menu will include Bratwursts, red cabbage, sauerkraut, broetchen, potato salad, and dessert.  Tickets will be sol after all Masses on Sept 30/Oct 1, Oct 7/8, and Oct 14/15.   Tickets are limited to the first 300 people.

Tickets:  Adults  $15.00          Children  $5.00



Baptism Prep Class


Our next Baptism Prep Class will meet on Saturday, Nov 4 at 9:00AM to 12:00PM.  Please email the office if you would like to sign up.  Baptism information forms are at the Welcome Desk or at the office.



Welcome Gatherings for New Parishioners


The Welcoming Team at Holy Disciples will be hosting Welcome Gatherings for new parishioners and their families to meet other members and staff, as well as, to learn more about our community.  these Gatherings will be held in the classrooms.  The next gathering will take place on: 

                                                                                   

                                                                                                                                                           

                                                                               Sunday, Sept 10            9:00AM-10:15AM



A meal will be served on the morning sessions after Mass. Please RSVP on the link under Welcome Newcomers!  You may also fill out an RSVP sheet at the Welcome Desk.



A New Chapter

A New Chapter is a Holy Disciples Community-Building Ministry for widowed people.  We meet on the third Thursday of the month at 10:00AM at Holy Disciples.  Discussions include topics pertinent to our group and is followed by a social hour.  For more information, contact the parish office.


Bible Study Groups


NEW! Zoom Bible Study on the Gospel of Mark


We are beginning a study of the Gospel of Mark for this Fall and Winter. Mark’s gospel is the oldest and shortest of the four gospels, presenting an active Christ who moves with power and urgency among His people. Mark’s Gospel will be proclaimed at Sunday masses in 2024. All sessions are conducted via Zoom. The group is friendly and informal. We meet on Tuesday evenings at 7:00PM.                                              The study begins on  Tues, Oct 10. Please call the office to sign up.

 



Please call the parish office if you would like to join the following:

Wednesday Morning Scripture Study Group will resume on Wed, Sept. 27th:  10:00a.m. in Classroom #4

If you would like to join us, please call the office or email the office manager.


                                                                 




Stewardship

Learn More About Our Ministries!

Usher & Greeters

The usher/greeter is an important part of our Welcoming Ministry, greeting people with a smile as they enter church.   An usher also assists in seating visitors, tends to people with special needs, passes the collection baskets, distributes bulletins, and removes clutter after Mass.  This ministry is open to mature youth to adults.  This is an excellent way to meet people and be an active part of our parish!  Training is provided.


Sacristan

"The word Sacristan comes from the Latin word, sacer, meaning sacred. This sacred and essential parish ministry is most often work performed behind the scenes, but very visible if not performed with diligence and accuracy."  The sacristan prepares the sacred vessels, vestments, and altar for Mass, then cleans up afterwards.  The time commitment is 20-25 minutes once or twice a month.   Training is provided.



There are a few ministries that could use more people at each Mass.  If you are interested in any of these, please email Mary at paa@holydisciples.org.


Videographers:  We are in need of a few more people to video tape the 6:30 PM Saturday Mass.  If you are in high school or older, consider joining this team.

Projectionists:  These fine people project the slides during each of the Masses.  If you like to work behind the scenes, this could be for you!

Liturgical Master of Ceremony (LMC):  Master of Ceremony prepares the credence table, all sacred vessels and assists the presider during Mass.

Eucharistic Ministers:  Assist with reverence and dignity, in the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass.

Ushers are ministers of hospitality and greet our members and guests before Mass.  They assist in the Sunday collection, distribute bulletins after Mass and assess emergencies.






                                                                                



Young Adult Community

Are you a young adult? Are you looking for a community to join and build fellowship with? The Young Adult Group is for you! This group is welcoming members who fall between the age range of 18-39. For more information on joining this group, please contact Amanda Woyak at Youthminister@holydisciples.org. Make sure you find us on Facebook and Instagram! Message us and we will get you connected!