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Dinner for Eight
Parishioners who would like to get to know one another better sign up to gather monthly with 8-10 people in homes for a potluck meal and fellowship. The group is different each time. For more information contact the church office, 942-2492 or joan@stmkc.com.
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Interchurch Marriage Enrichment
The Evangelization Ministry Team sponsors a Welcome Ministry. Anne and Liam Cahill are the coordinators of this team and try to see that every new person who registers is welcomed with a home visit and a gift from the parish. We also sponsor a monthly Sunday to concentrate on welcoming. The 3rd Sunday of the month is set aside for this. People are asked to wear a nametag at the 9 and 10:30 masses on this Sunday and greet the people around them by name. Everyone is asked to come down for coffee and donuts after these masses and meet someone new. To be a welcomer contact Ginger, 942-2492 x209 or gkroos@stmkc.com.
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Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary is open to all parish members. Active members attend an hour meeting every Thursday morning. We visit the sick and shut-ins, lead rosaries at nursing homes, work at crisis pregnancy centers, lead rosaries in church in May and October, mail welcoming brochures to new move-ins in the parish. Auxiliary members are welcome. They say a rosary every day with special Legion prayers. There are brochures in the back of the church with more details entitled "Will You Lend a Helping Hand?"For more information contact Ginger, gkroos@stmkc.com.
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Moms N Kids
Moms N Kids is a group of mothers with children ranging in age from three weeks to four years. We gather on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 10:00 to 11:30 AM. The locations of our gatherings range from a play group in More Hall to outings at the zoo.
Our main focus is on the moms, so if you're looking for adult conversation or a way to meet other women in similar situations, then please drop in. We are an informal group - no reservations required. We'd be happy to put you on our mailing list! And remember..."when Mom's happy, everyone's happy!!!"
For more information contact the church office, 942-2492 or joan@stmkc.com.
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More Friends
More Friends is a seniors group that gathers for social and spiritual activities. Any member of the parish 55 years or older are invited to join. A meeting is held the first Saturday of each month immediately following the 8:15 AM Mass and rosary. It is a casual gathering over coffee and donuts to discuss any business we have and to inform members of our upcoming activities.
In addition to this meeting we plan social and spiritual activities each month. These have included and will include a trip to Boone and Pella, IA; a Mass and brunch in the park; a visit to the New Dinner Theatre; a pizza and banjo party; KC tour; Octoberfest; member appreciation party; a Mississippi River tour. The only fundraising project is a card party in August. Funds received from this are donated to charity. Dues are $5.00 per calendar year, however you may join at any time.
For more information contact the church office, 942-2492 or joan@stmkc.com.
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Re-Membering Church
This is an informal dialogue or forum for those Catholics returning to the Church who have many questions. They may just need to be updated or they may have been alienated from the Church and need to heal. This may consist of one meeting or several, whatever the individual needs or wants. Participants are encouraged to come to sessions with other returning Catholics to be a support and perhaps share similar stories. For more information contact Ginger, 942-2492 x209 or gkroos@stmkc.com.
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Singles
The singles are a group of single and single again who meet together primarily for social activities and fellowship. Besides the one-time activities, this group is very active in volleyball and gathers with singles all over South KC. For more information contact the church office at 942-2492.
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Single Women's Enrichment
The Single Women's Enrichment Group is composed primarily of middle-aged women with a goal of promoting spiritual growth and companionship. A variety of activities are held about six times per year, including retreats, guest speakers, a home Mass, pet blessing, dinner and service opportunities. Some of these activities are open to all parishioners, but the group serves as a vehicle to allow singles to meet one another and meet spiritual needs specific to the single life.
All activities are advertised in the bulletin as they come up, and new members are always welcome. Contact may be made through the church office or contact Mary at maryodon@aol.com for more information.
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Small Christian Communities
As parishes grow larger and priests more scarce the strength of our church will depend on Small Christian Communities - groups of ten to twelve people who meet monthly or more often to study, pray, share, and to have fellowship. Some groups have continued from the Renew Program and some are geographically based. (The parish is divided into 44 areas.) Some groups are made up of people with a common interest or profession. Some may come together because of a common desire to help a charity or do a certain ministry or they may feel drawn to this after they have been meeting for a while. Fr. Bauman tries to visit each group annually and facilitate their growth.
For more information contact the church office, 942-2492 or joan@stmkc.com.
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STM Ladies
The STM Ladies includes all women of the church and includes activities that would appeal to all ages. Recent activities have included a golf tournament, a mini retreat, and providing a breakfast with Santa. They also graciously offer to assist with some of the receptions through the year.
For more information contact the church office, 942-2492 or joan@stmkc.com.
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STM Men's Club
The STM Men's Club includes all ages of men in the church and also includes activities that would appeal to all ages. Recent activities for them have included golf tournaments, a wild game dinner, assisting with the parish picnic, etc. For more information contact the church office, 942-2492 x210 or joan@stmkc.com.
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Welcome Ministry
Parishioners from the parish go out to meet and welcome new parishioners once they have made their presence known by registering at the Parish Office. The secretary gives their names to the team and they make phone calls or a home visit with a gift packet. To be a welcomer contact Ginger, 942-2492 x209 or gkroos@stmkc.com.
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Young Couples
This group provides an opportunity for young couples (engaged or newly married) to connect and build friendships. Some of the recent activities of this group have included bowling, roller & ice skating, concerts, casino night, beach volleyball, etc. A few activities will include children, as appropriate. Other times children are left home with a sitter. For more information contact the church office, 942-2492.
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