PRAYER

    First Friday Devotion offers the opportunity for prayerful reflection on the call to a deeper devotion to the Holy Eucharist and a more faithful living of the Christian life.

Daytime Bible Study                                                                                             Fran Sobieski 509.276.2263

    Daytime Bible study explores the Scriptures as a way to increase our faith as we are transformed by God’s Word.

Prayer Chain                                                                                                           Annette Roy 509.276.5625
     Our prayer chain group reaches out to those in need of prayers during a difficult time.  Members are contacted by phone or e-mail to carry out the request.

Rosary                                                                                                                         Ann Fenn 509.951.6462
     Praying the Rosary promotes devotion to Mary and contemplation upon the Mysteries of Christ.  The Rosary is prayed Tuesday through Friday at 8:30AM - before 9:00AM daily Mass.

LITURGY


Eucharistic Ministers                                                                                    Jeanie Nicholson 509.292.2629

    The Eucharistic Ministers assist the priest in distributing the Body of Christ and the Precious Blood during Mass.  Some Eucharistic Ministers take the Eucharist to those who are homebound. Jeanie Nicholson 509.292.2629

Lectors                                                                                                              Dennis Allard 509.276.8474       
Our lectors proclaim the good news that is the Word of God in Sacred Scriptures to the worshiping assembly.

Music Ministry                                                                                                     Nola Koesel 509.292.9653
    To enhance the worship experience through melodic prayer is the goal of the various music groups. We invite  and encourage participation by the congregation and we welcome others to join us.

Altar Servers                                                                                              Father Al Grasher 509.276.2984
    Altar servers assist the priest at Mass.  New members are sought and trained in the Fall of each year.

Flowers                                                                                                      Theresa Uptagraff 509.292.9982
                                                                                                                       Eileen Hartzell  509.276.1644
    Keeping fresh flowers or live plants before the altar provides beauty to our Celebration.  If supply is plentiful we will place them throughout the church.

Church Cleaning                                                                                                Carol Morrow 509.233.8454
    Teams of parish volunteers (two or three at a time) maintain and clean the church to provide a warm, inviting and clean place for all to worship.

SERVICE

Knights of Columbus                                                                                      Dick Anderson 509.276.8839
    The Knights of Columbus is an organization of Catholic men and their families, and Religious.  Every day the Knights experience the importance of the vision of their founder Fr. Michael J McGiveny: Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism. By working together the Knights help those most in need.
   
Altar Society                                                                                                Lynne Anderson 509.276.8839
    The Altar Society welcomes all parish women to care for the Altar and Sanctuary of the church. The Society also promotes spiritual and social activities in the parish.

Coffee, Donuts and Fellowship                                                                          John Harris 509.276.5099
    Refreshments and fellowship are provided after the Sunday morning Masses.  Service includes setup before the 8:30AM Mass and clean up after the 10:30AM Mass.

Parishioners Helping Parishioners                                                                      Cassie Hill 509.276.5716
     Our mission at St. Mary's is to provide prayer, a presence, and assistance to those in our faith community.  Presence and assistance might include offering companionship to the sick and homebound (including Eucharistic Ministry), visiting parishioners in the hospital or in care facilities, offering bereavement support through cards and personal contact, and supporting those on the prayer list.

Prayer Shawl and Rosary Making                                                                    Betty Stinger 509.276.5272
We meet weekly Thursdays at 2 PM, to knit or crochet prayer shawls or to make rosaries to be donated for the comfort that these items provide.

Religious Education                                                                                          Cathy Chase 509.276.7303
    The mission of our religious education program is to assist parents in the guiding of their children to the fullness of the Catholic faith, through education, love of God and love of self.
  
Lending Library                                                                                              Jolene Moeller 509.276.8918
                                                                                                                         Cathy Chase 509.276.2948
                                                                                                                         Paula Bacon 509.223.8259

Materials are received by donation and placed in the Library in the parish hall.  Anyone is welcome to check out a book, video or DVD.

Small Fundraising Group                                                           Fran Hailey 509.276.2761 / 509.990.3069
    We develop ways to raise money for our Building Fund.  Chocolate, pins, gift baskets, raffles and job exchange are some of the ways we help fund the "extras" in the new church building.
   

COUNCILS

Pastoral Council                                                                                        Father Al Grasher 509.276.2984
    The Pastoral Council is an advisory group of parishioners who council the Pastor in matters of the parish.  These matters include: spiritual, educational and financial affairs.  Members of this council are nominated by the parishioners. Current members are: Deacon Perry Pearman, Dennis Allard, George Bacon, George Bombe Leslie Cushman, Carla Phillips.

Cemetery Council                                                                                      Father Al Grasher 509.276.2984
     Holy Redeemer Cemetery Council is an advisory group to the pastor.  This group keeps Father informed of the operation and maintenance of the cemetery. This council is comprised of volunteer members. Current members are: Deacon Perry Pearman, Dennis Allard, Darrell Wehr, Dennis Koesel, Jack Schneider, Dianna Slama, Bety Stinger, Greg Yochum.  Holy Redeemer Cemetery is located on 6th and Coville Road in Deer Park.