-1- St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church. Stewardship Catalog. Time. Talent. Treasure. Photo Credit - Lee Depkin

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1 -1- St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church Stewardship Catalog Time Talent Treasure Photo Credit - Lee Depkin

2 ST. PIUS X STAFF Pastor The Reverend Gregory D. Goolsby, M. Div, J.D. Parochial Vicar The Reverend Salomón Garcia, M. Div. Deacons Rev. Mr. Fernando Barrueta Rev. Mr. Fred Johns Rev. Mr. Brian Kilkelly Rev. Mr. Stuart Mead Operations Kevin Klein, Director of Operations Barb Roberts, Parish Secretary Charleen Weinfurter, Bookkeeper Brian Clark, Information Technology Rick Fox, Maintenance Cecilia Aguirre, Housekeeping Andreina Rosas, Housekeeping Music Alexander Rodriguez, Music Director Faith Formation Team Rita Salvador, Faith Formation Administrator Sandy Major, Coordinator of Elementary Faith Formation (grades Pre-K through 5th) Austin Tupps, Coordinator of Youth Faith Formation (grades 6-12) Hispanic Ministry Jessica Garcia, Director of Hispanic Ministry Kitchen Iris Grant, Kitchen Director LITURGY SCHEDULE Weekend Masses Saturday: Vigil Mass: 5:00 pm Sunday: Masses: 8:00 am, 10:45 am, 5:00 pm 1:45 pm - Spanish, Nursery available Weekday Masses: 8:30 am Mon.-Fri. 6:30 pm Mon., Wed. 7:00 pm Thursday - Spanish First Friday: 11:30 am (No 8:30 am Mass) Holy Day Masses: Vigil Mass 6:30 pm Holy Day 8:30 am, 6:30 pm, 8:30 pm (Spanish) Sacrament of Penance: Saturday: 3:30-4:45 pm Or call a priest for an appointment. Eucharistic Adoration: Daily: Following 8:30 am Mass Every Monday: 7:00 pm until 8:00 pm First Friday: 12:00 noon-8:15 am Sat. Third Friday: 8:00 pm-9:00 pm (Spanish) Last Tuesday: 7:00 pm-8:00 pm (with music) -2-

3 Pastoral Plan and Stewardship The Pastoral Plan goes hand in hand with Stewardship by offering SPX leadership and Parishioners a structure to promote our common goal, across all ministries, of making our Parish the most ac ve, vital, giving, loving, teaching & learning, evangelizing, growing place it can possibly be. The pillars of the Pastoral Plan are: Knowing Our Faith Living Our Faith Sharing Our Faith Evolu on of our Parish Dearest Parishioners, We are offering you this Stewardship Ministries booklet in a new format this year. We have grouped all of the many ministries of the Parish under four major headings in accord with our Parish Pastoral Plan, which is, in turn, in conformity with the greater Pastoral Plan of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. Adult Faith Forma on... 4 Altar Care... 5 Altar Servers (Youth/Adult)... 5 Annulment Case Sponsor Blue Star Ministry... 8 Boy Scout Troop Cancer Pad Sewing Ministry... 7 Cantors... 6 Catechists... 4 Children s Choir... 6 Columbian Squires... 7 Consola on Ministry Contemporary Ensemble... 6 Cub Scout Pack Cursillo... 4 Disability Ministry EDGE-Adult Volunteer... 4 Eucharis c Adora on... 6 Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion... 5 Extraordinary Ministers to the Homebound... 5 Family Dinner Hospitality Team... 8 Family Promise Finance Council... 9 Folk Choir... 6 Garden Ministry... 8 Gloria Dei Choriste... 6 Greeters... 5 Hai Twinning... 8 Knights of Columbus... 7 Knights of Columbus Women s Auxiliary... 7 Lakeview Community... 8 Lectors... 5 Ministry Index -3- Use the index below to locate the par cular ministry you are interested in, and note under which of the four pillars of the PPP they fall. In choosing any par cular ministries you are advancing one or more of the principal goals of loving, owning and sharing our blessed Catholic faith. I enjoin each person in the family to consider one ministry to pursue in this new Stewardship year (more if you are so inclined). St. Pius X Parish thrives on the involvement and dedica on of ALL of its parishioners. You will have an opportunity to commit to these ministries on Time and Talent Commitment Sunday in a few weeks. Please prayerfully consider that to which Our Lord is calling you and your family. Working together, clergy and laity alike, we spread the Kingdom of God here in our local area. Remember that each and all of us are the hands, eyes, voice and touch of Jesus Christ. Living the Faith in our families and evangelizing it to others is a primary duty of each Bap zed member of the Body of Christ. May He bless you in your decision making and in your holy commitments to parish ministries in this new Stewardship year! Legion of Mary... 6 Life Teen Adult Volunteer... 4 Light of Christ... 5 Liturgy Commission... 9 Liturgy of the Word for Children... 4 Mar n Luther King, Jr. Memorial Men s Prison Ministry... 8 Order of St Luke... 7 Parish Council of Catholic Women (PCCW)... 7 Parish Office Parish Work Day... 7 Pastoral Council... 9 Prayer Chain... 7 RCIA/Catholic Inquiry Team... 4 Resurrec on Choir... 6 Right to Life... 8 Scholas (Men and Women)... 6 Secular Order of Franciscans... 7 Senior Ci zen s Club... 8 St. Cecilia Choir... 6 St. Joseph s Guild St. Lazarus Ministry... 5 St. Vincent de Paul Society... 8 Stewardship Commi ee Ultreya... 7 Ushers... 5 VBS-Adult or Teen Volunteer... 8 Venture Crew Wedding Coordinator Women s Jail Ministry... 9 Young Adult Ministry (YAM)... 9

4 We will work together to: Knowing Our Faith Move to a family forma on model that recognizes the diversity of family units today and that emphasizes head of family s role in faith forma on. Priori ze adult catechesis. Offer more opportuni es to par cipate in parish life as a family service days, spiritual ac vi es, social events. Faith Forma on Adult Faith Forma on Con nue to grow in knowledge of the Catholic faith. Whether you are new to the faith or a cradle Catholic there is always something to learn. Mee ng dates, mes and instruc ons vary throughout the week. Mee ng Time: Various class dates and mes including CAFÉ 3:16 (Sunday morning) Tuesday Morning Bible Study, Wednesday morning/evening, during PSR sessions. Catechists If you have a deep love for your faith and desire to share it with others, consider being a catechist. Don t be afraid that you do not know enough about your faith when one teaches, two learn! Mee ng Time: PSR classes Sundays or Wednesdays. EDGE-Adult Volunteer A Catholic middle school youth ministry for early adolescents. It is designed to meet the cateche cal, educa onal, spiritual, emo onal and social needs of young adolescents. Mee ng Time: Wednesdays 7:00 pm. Life Teen Adult Volunteer An interna onal Catholic movement that serves the young Church by leading teens closer to Christ. Mee ng Time: Every Sunday at 5:00 pm. Liturgy of the Word for Children At the 10:45 am Mass, children ages 4-9 hear the Word of God at their level. A er the opening prayer, they are dismissed to the Day Chapel with a team of adults. The children return to their families during the Procession of the Gi s Mee ng Time: One Sunday per month during 10:45 am Mass. RCIA/Catholic Inquiry Team This ongoing process prepares and supports adults for ini a on into full communion with the Catholic Church. Volunteers are needed for sponsors, hospitality, room prepara on, and spiritual retreats. Mee ng Time: Sunday 9:00-10:30 am Sept. thru May. -4- Cursillo A cursillo is a three-day short course in Chris anity held at the Monastery, which begins on Thursday evening and concludes on Sunday. This weekend is an opportunity to strengthen your faith. It provides that opportunity through shared prayer, worship, study, fellowship, laughter, tears, and gi of God s love given freely and uncondi onally. Mee ng Time: One weekend retreat encouraged - Spring or Fall.

5 Living Our Faith We will work together to: Promote understanding the why behind the Church s teachings. Priori ze charity and service as the epitome of living out the faith. Encourage a deeper personal prayer life. Build a stronger sense of unity within the parish and increase personal connec on to the parish. Altar Care/Sacristans A service by parish women who prepare the church for daily liturgies, funerals and bap sms. They also maintain the altar linens and supplies. Come join us and be part of adorning the Table of the Lord. Altar Servers (Adult) Come join us in this wonderful service at God's Altar. Imagine being so close to witness the miracle of the bread and wine changing into the Body and Blood of Jesus. Requirements for serving are that you are a Catholic in good standing and you've received the Sacrament of Eucharist. There is no re rement age, so young or old, there are opportuni es to serve. Altar Servers (Youth) Serve at the altar of Christ! The Altar Servers important role requires that they have made their First Communion, are at least 10 years old, and a end all scheduled training classes to learn more about the Mass and their faith. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Assist with the distribu on of the Body and Blood of Christ at all Masses. All candidates must be registered at St. Pius, be at least 16 years old, confirmed and must complete a parish training course to be cer fied for a three-year period. Training is offered in the Spring and Fall on dates and mes to be announced. Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy Communion to the Homebound Following cer fica on, these special Ministers are entrusted with the Eucharist and are sent forth with blessings from the priest and our faith community at the end of Mass, to bring the Body of Christ to St. Pius X parishioners who are unable to a end Mass. Come join us in serving Jesus by serving the homebound. Greeters Liturgical Ministries Welcoming people to the House of the Lord is a true sign of our church s hospitality. Your friendly ways of opening the doors before Masses and special events, answering ques ons, and assis ng those in need is a -5- wonderful, faithful service. Lectors This is a very rewarding ministry that gives you the opportunity to proclaim the Word of the Lord. Lectors devote me and prepara on to understanding the Word of the God so that all may hear and be open to God transforming their lives. Lectors require good reading and speaking skills. Training is provided. Light of Christ Volunteers are responsible for maintaining the candles on the altar regularly, and replacing the tabernacle candles, which must burn 24/7. Tea lights are also replenished as needed at the Blessed Mother icons. One candle is provided for ligh ng the tea lights. Dona ons are appreciated in the money slot. St. Lazarus Ministry These dedicated individuals serve at funeral liturgies to welcome bereaved families and their guests. As on Sundays, they meet people at our doors, pass out funeral programs, answer ques ons, extend hospitality regarding our physical plant and help guests find sea ng. They serve as the need arises. Ushers Ushers assist during Mass with a friendly gree ng, seat parishioners, take up and secure the monetary collec on, and distribute weekly bulle ns.

6 Cantors Music Ministries Cantors lead and encourage the congrega on to sing at weekend Masses and other liturgies. Children s Choir Through the beau ful voices of the children, this choir will lead the congrega on to worship God. Vocal and other musical technique will be taught in rehearsal. Children from 7-15 are welcome to join. Prac ce Time: Every Thursday, 6:30 pm; Mass-Last Sunday of the month- 10:45 am Contemporary Ensemble This group of singers and instrumentalists plays for the 5:00 pm Sunday Mass and other special liturgies. Come help us put the music together for this joyful celebra on! Total me requirement is about 2 hours per week. Prac ce Time: Sunday at 4:00 pm (Prior to the 5:00 pm Mass). Special Projects: Confirma on Mass/ PSR Opening and Closing Masses/ other special liturgies as requested. Eucharis c Adora on Adora on is a silent prayer vigil before the Lord in the Blessed Sacrament in one-hour segments. We open ourselves to receive God s grace which flows from the Eucharist. All night Adora on is held following the 11:30 am Mass on the First Friday of the month, concluding at 8:15 am Saturday, prior to 8:30 Mass. Pope St. Pius X said, Eucharis c Adora on is the devo on which surpasses all others. Folk Choir The Folk Choir is a diversified group of musicians and singers celebra ng at the 8:00 am Sunday Mass. All instruments and voices are welcome. There are no regular prac ces except for holiday prepara on. Gloria Dei Choristes This group prefers to integrate both communi es crea ng an extraordinary fusion between both children choirs, Hispanic and Anglo music groups. They play at special Masses, Sunday at 10:45. Resurrec on Choir Where charity and love prevail, you will find this choir providing support to bereaved families in our community by singing for funerals and memorial services. Enrichment Groups -6- Scholas (Men and Women) Choirs for more advanced singers and will be responsible for chan ng the Mass Propers. These choirs will also be specializing in Renaissance and Modern Polyphonies. Basic choir skills and music theory is required. St. Cecilia Choir The regular choir that sings at weekly 10:45 am Sunday Mass. This choir will focus on tradi onal hymns and Mass ordinaries. It will be introduced to polyphonic singing and simple Gregorian Chant. Choral experience is helpful, but not required. Come join this great choir if you are high school age or up. Prac ce Time: Thursday 7:00 pm; Mass Sunday 10:45 am Special Projects: Advent and Lent Concerts. St. Mar n de Porres Gospel Choir The Mission of the Mar n de Porres Gospel Choir is to bring the Gospel message through the African American Culture to all communi es. The choir welcomes everyone to join in this vibrant, exci ng approach to worship. Prac ce me: Every Friday at 6:30 pm. Legion of Mary Join Mary s Army! With the Blessed Mother as role model and inspira on, this ministry is dedicated to prayer, especially the Rosary, and evangeliza on through good works and visits to shut-ins. Mee ng Time: Every Friday at 7:30pm Special Projects: Marian consecra on, pilgrim statue visita ons, home Enthronements, nursing home visita ons, annual retreats in the South Atlanta Area, and Acies.

7 Order of St. Luke This group emphasizes the healing ministry of Jesus. This is done through training in and prac ce of intercessory prayer, sponsoring healing Masses and retreats, prayer chain and a prayer shawl ministry. Mee ng Time: 7:15 PM on the first Monday of each month. Special Projects: Used Book sale, healing Masses, prayers for healing a er select Masses each weekend. Community Building Cancer Pad Sewing Ministry This ministry prepares personal care disposable pads/washcloths from gently used bed sheets for the Sacred Journey Hospice in McDonough. Mee ng Time: 2nd Tuesday at 10:30 am. Columbian Squires A youth organiza on sponsored by the Knights of Columbus for Catholic young men ages Through community service and other ac vi es the members experience spiritual development and fellowship. Mee ngs are held once a month. Knights of Columbus Knights of Columbus Women s Auxiliary The Ladies Auxiliary has a twofold purpose: growth and Chris an fellowship among members and the support of the St Pius X Council. A Catholic wife, mother, widow, sister or daughter of a Knight of Columbus is eligible to join. Mee ng Time: 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm Parish Council of Catholic Women (PCCW) The objec ves of St. Pius X PCCW are to provide innumerable ac vi es for Women, to support the Pastor and the Parish with ac vi es, as well as fund raisers, and local servie projects. Mee ng Time: Varies Special Projects: Yard Sale, Bake sales, collec ons for Women's Prison Ministry, Advent by Candlelight. A service and leadership organiza on for Catholic men dedicated to serving our parish, suppor ng charitable causes, and encouraging the spirituality of its members. Prospec ve members must first meet with the K of C Admission Commi ee. Mee ng Time: 2nd Thursday at 7:00 pm Special Projects: Sponsors the Memorial Garden for the Unborn, Trivia Nights, Fish Fries, Pancake Breakfast, Valen ne s Dance and other special events. -7- Secular Order of Franciscans We are a community of 3rd Order Franciscans, an official voca on of the Church; married, single and clergy. We strive to live the Gospel life in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi. For a deeper spiritual journey, come and see! Mee ng Time: 3rd Sunday of the month 12:00-4:00 Special Projects: Blessing of the animals, Transitus service Parish Work Day All hands are invited to help do yard work and inside light maintenance. Work par es are fun and accomplish much for the care and beau fica on of our parish grounds and facili es. Prayer Chain Members of the Prayer Chain are commi ed to pray every day for the needs of our parish members and their families. The Prayer Chain receives requests for prayer from parish members and these are sent through the phone or prayer chain. These requests may be for healing in body, mind or spirit. Many requests are for upcoming surgical or diagnos c procedures. Some requests are for emergency health needs or family crises. Ultreya The monthly gathering of Cursillistas, (those who have a ended a Cursillo), and others who are seeking to make Jesus a part of their everyday life. It is a place to reconnect with others and share experiences of prayer, study and ac on. Mee ng Time: 2nd Saturday a er the 5:00 pm Mass. Special Projects: Help at monastery during Cursillo weekend, Leader School opportunity, feed homeless in downtown Atlanta.

8 Spreading/Keeping Our Faith We will work together to: Promote and provide infrastructure for small faith communi es to keep people connected to the Church. Use new technology and social media to keep the Church up to date and present in the lives of Catholics. Foster whole family programs to keep parishioners centered on the parish. Develop more formal outreach programs for groups who feel disenfranchised from the Catholic Church. Blue Star Ministry This group of patrio c parishioners supports ac ve duty military personnel and their families. We collect, assemble and send care packages and cards to our troops deployed overseas (e.g., at Christmas me and at Easter, and at various other mes during the year). Throughout the year, we coordinate fundraisers to pay for postage and other supplies that our troops specifically request to make their lives more comfortable while away from their families in the USA. We also sponsor the Crosses for Heroes roadside remembrance of our fallen Veterans which we erect on specific na onal holidays. Family Dinner Hospitality Team Come join our family dinner team and be a part of the food prepara on, set-up and clean-up. These dinners are usually held once each month at the church Parish Hall from September to May. Mee ng Time: Normally 2nd Wednesday of the month - 5:00-6:30 pm. Garden Ministry The Garden Ministry is dedicated to the upkeep of the landscaping at St. Pius X. Set your own schedule and work in an area of your choice. This is an opportunity to use your me and talent doing God s work. Special Projects: Growing vegetables for the food pantry. Outreach Ministries Hai Twinning This ministry assists our sister parish, Our Lady of the Presenta on in Los Palis, Hai. We focus on the medical and educa onal needs of the parish community offering financial aid and medical missions. Mee ng Time: First Monday of every month at 7:00 pm Lakeview Community Volunteers with various skills are needed to help reach out to the members of Lakeview Community in an effort to evangelize those members of our Hispanic community who cannot a end St. Pius X. You can volunteer by taking Communion to the home bound, teaching various classes such as ci zenship prepara on, ESOL, NFP, Con nuing Adult Educa on, or by assis ng during Mass at the Community Center Wednesdays at 7:00pm. Men s Jail and Prison Ministry St. Pius X Men s Jail Ministry presently entails weekly Saturday a ernoon bible study for the Rockdale jail. In addi on to prayer & bible study, there are from me to me mentoring opportuni es. -8- Right to Life These ac ve supporters of the Right to Life movement u lize prayer support, educa on campaigns, and volunteers to support the unborn and all life, from the womb to the tomb. Join the hands and voice of Christ for the unborn and those who need our prayers and protec on. Special Projects: Baby Bo le Campaign, Pro-Life Prayer Chain. Senior Ci zen s Club Senior Ci zen parishioners (55+) meet for fellowship and faith sharing beginning with the Rosary, Mass and a covered-dish luncheon on the first Friday of the month. Occasional day trips and special events are also part of this ac ve group s schedule. Mee ng Time: First Friday of each month at 12:00 pm; September thru May. St. Vincent de Paul Society The SVDP Society, St. Pius X Conference, provides families and individuals with financial assistance, food and spiritual support. Volunteer members serve these clients on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 am to 12 pm in the SVDP office. Mee ng Time: 2nd Saturday of each month at 10:00 am Special Projects: Bingo once a month at 4 assisted living centers and sponsorship of the Angel Tree Christmas project. VBS-Adult or Teen Volunteer A fun-filled week during the summer, full of Scripture-based adventures for children Pre-K 7th grade. Adults and teens 8th grade and up are needed for pre-event planning, brainstorming, decora ng and working the week of the event itself.

9 Women s Jail and Prison Ministry The Women s Jail and Prison Ministry is an outreach Ministry that supports the Rockdale County Jail Chaplaincy s ecumenical program by mentoring jailed women residents. Through Kairos, the Ministry sponsors prison residents for spiritual retreats, and is developing a program to work with women released from jail and prison in transi onal housing. Mee ng Time: 2nd Wednesday at 7 pm, September through June. Special Projects: Christmas sock drive forbibles and gi s for resident s children; annual clothing drive; Book Drive; and a Food Pantry. Young Adult Ministry (YAM) A group of energized young Catholics (18-35) who want to deepen their faith in an environment with other young adults. We are a community service, faith-built, and social organiza on. Scou ng Groups Boy Scout Troop 410 Through par cipa on in weekly mee ngs and monthly ou ngs, year old boys learn ci zenship, teamwork, responsibility, and leadership. Mee ng Time: Every Tuesday at 7:30 pm Special Projects: Food drive, Scout Sunday coffee and donuts, occasional Life and Eagle Scout projects. Cub Scout Pack 410 Joining Cub Scouts is a great way for your child to learn about ci zenship, leadership, team work and a good founda on of morals to live by. All this is done through fun outdoor ac vi es such as, camping, hiking, fishing, biking, shoo ng sports, field sport and much more. Your future scout will also learn flag e que e and knot tying. Mee ng Time: 1st and 3rd Tuesday at 7:00 pm Evolu on of Our Parish Venture Crew 410 Looking for some adventure? Venture Youth ages (coed) organize and par cipate in high adventure ou ngs built around ci zenship, teamwork, responsibility, leadership and fun. Mee ng Time: Every Tuesday at 7:30 pm We will work together to: Let qualified laity/deacons do more administra on so priests can focus on sacraments/catechesis. Empower deaneries to collaborate and share ministries, staff, and clergy resources. Create a welcoming and nurturing environment for all cultures within the parish. Finance Council Assists the Pastor in renewing and assessing the finances of the parish as required by Church law. Members are appointed by the Pastor. Mee ng Time: 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm. Liturgy Commission Parishioners who work collabora vely with the Pastor to enhance the liturgical life of the parish and all the liturgical ministries. Mee ngs are held monthly. Members are appointed by the Pastor. Mee ng Time: 4th Monday of the month at 7:00 pm. Pastoral Council -9- Advisory Groups The Pastoral Council is made up of appointed, and some mes elected, individuals represen ng a cross-sec on of the Parish and its Ministries. The role of the Pastoral Council is to support the Pastor with advice, me, talent, and trust, so as to provide forward-looking leadership to the parish, to promote collabora ve ministry through improved intra-parish communica ons, and to be sensi ve and responsive to the concerns of parishioners, in order to provide focus on the Parish mission statement. At this me, the Council is not adding new members, but look for changes to come, with some members rota ng out. In addi on to once a month mee ngs, those wishing to be members of the council should an cipate being ac vely involved in projects and subcommi ees on this working council. Mee ng Time: 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm.

10 Stewardship Commi ee The Stewardship Commi ee is an advisory subcommi ee of the Pastoral Council. Its purpose is to support the Pastor in developing the me, talent and treasure of the Parish by suppor ng its ministries and carrying out special projects. Promo ng the idea that stewardship is a way of life for all Catholics, the Commi ee strives to communicate that message and support it within the framework of the Archdiocese Pastoral Plan. Mee ng Time: 1st Monday of each month at 7:15 pm. Special Projects: Annual Ministry Fair and Parish stewardship campaign, Archbishop s Annual Appeal campaign, and Ministry Leadership Workshop Parish Needs Annulment Case Sponsor Case Sponsors work with Annulment Pe oners to help sort out the facts of a prospec ve case, determine the appropriate grounds per Canon Law, and assist the Pe oner in gathering all of the required input to achieve a successful outcome in a mely fashion. The Case Sponsor does not provide psychological counseling. Annulment Case Sponsors are approved by the Pastor, and trained and cer fied by The Metropolitan Tribunal staff. Con nuing educa on is also required. It is essen al that Case Sponsors have an adequate current knowledge of the procedures and grounds used by Tribunals to hear and judge marriage cases, and be effec ve in keeping projects on track. Each case is unique, and the volume of cases varies, but Case Sponsors should expect to devote at least several hours per month. Family Promise Christ Be Our Light! (sing!) Longing for shelter, many are homeless. Make us your building, sheltering others, walls made of living stone. Family Promise is an inter-faith, collabora ve hospitality ministry that assists homeless families in our area to regain their independence. Congrega ons in Rockdale and Newton coun es work together to build bridges of understanding and co-opera on based on living the universal commandment to love one another as God loves us. St Pius X is one of the founding congrega ons of this 5 year old ecumenical ministry. Join us, right here at home, as we support families going through a housing crisis. We host families 4 mes per year for one week at SPX. Most volunteers take one shi or role each of these weeks, like hos ng a dinner, sleeping over one night, set-up or take down, or driving our van. You can give as li le as 1 hour a year. What works for you? Special Projects: Host families for the week, 4 mes per year. Disability Ministry This ministry serves those with various disabili es by offering reasonable accommoda ons on an individual basis to ensure that all parishioners have equal access to the Sacraments, fellowship, love and spiritual growth in the en rety that SPX has to offer. Parish Office Volunteers are o en needed to help answer phones, stuff bulle ns, do data entry, prepare mailings and other office projects. Basic knowledge of office equipment, Microso Office or graphic design is helpful. Consola on Ministry If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, or are experiencing life altering medical events, a separa on or divorce or are struggling with other losses, please visit our support group. Mee ng Time: 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at 7:00 pm. Mar n Luther King, Jr. Memorial The ministry consists of members of St. Pius X parish. Our mission is the promo on of the values and principles taught by Dr. Mar n Luther King Jr. through annual programs, and service projects that foster social jus ce. Mee ng Time: 2nd Tuesday of each month except July and August. Special Projects: MLK Memorial celebra on, food drives, Thanksgiving dinners, and scholarships to high school gradua ng students of St. Pius X St. Joseph s Guild Join a group of caring and dedicated parishioners who prepare and donate a food dish for recep ons following a funeral. Wedding Coordinator Wedding Coordinators assist the bride and groom in the planning of their ceremony, and are present at the church for the rehearsal and on the wedding day.

11 10 Points on Good Stewardship for Students Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS Director of Parish Community and Engagement & author of Everyday Stewardship: Reflec ons for the Journey The stewardship way of life is for everyone, even those who are young. As students go back to school as another summer has passed, it is a great me to reflect on how a student is called to live out his or her stewardship. Here are ten things to focus on as the academic year begins. 1. God has given you the gi of intellect and it should be used wisely. Do not try to just get by in your classes. Offer your best effort and cul vate your intellect so you can become the best student possible. 2. The work you do in class is your gi to God. At this me in your life, you are called to be a student. What you do in class is your unique offering to God. 3. Don t waste the gi of me. For genera ons, students have put off studying or class projects un l the last minute. That is being a poor steward of one of God s greatest gi s: me. Learn to manage this precious resource. 4. Always remember you are a part of a community, even if you don t feel like it. Unless you are homeschooled, other students trying to make sense of growing up and the need for school surround you, and even homeschoolers have communi es that they see periodically. You are never alone in the jungle of school and there are peers, parents, and school staff that are willing to help you discern what is best for you. 5. Be grateful for the chance to be in school. Millions of children all around the globe have had the chance to a end school taken from them. Their futures are severely compromised because they are missing the chance to learn basic knowledge that will allow them to prosper in the world. Never take your ability to a end school for granted. 6. God is calling you today in your classroom. Perhaps it is through a classmate, a teacher, or a circumstance, but somehow God is asking something of you each day. Be aware and stay mindful of all those who cross your path each day. Something or someone very important might cross your path, never to return again. 7. Hold yourself accountable.don t fall into the tempta on of slacking off, not doing your work, or even worse, chea ng. Integrity is a precious gi that should never be tossed away. No one else is responsible for your ac ons except for YOU. 8. Embrace the en rety of your life as a student. Growth in school is about more than books and subjects. God has filled this world with people to meet, sports to play, and moments to rejoice in life. Don t let this me pass you by get involved. 9. Begin and end each school day with prayer. When you awake, offer the day and all your efforts of the day to God, and then when the day is over, spend me with God reflec ng on how you succeeded and how you failed as a good steward and disciple of Jesus. Allow God to walk with you throughout your day by crea ng bookends of prayer for your day. 10. Stay commi ed. The school year can be long. Make a commitment to stay focused and not fall behind. The good thing about the mes we fail in that commitment is that we can recommit ourselves and begin again. Be sure to share with students, parents, teachers, and your parish family. Have an awesome school year and always keep God as the main thing. -11-