witness the mystery of god's mercy through stewardship to...

2 0 1 5 - 2 0 1 6

Witness the Mystery of God's Mercy Through Stewardship to

Others

2019

St. Aloysius Parish Guide Book & Directory

1

Expectations Of Our Parish FamilyFidelity to Catholic Doctrine

Our parish is faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church rooted in Apostolic Tradition and Sacred Scripture.

A Welcoming Place of Communal WorshipAt St. Aloysius all are welcome to worship and grow in their personal relationship with Jesus Christ. We make every effort to infuse hospitality and respect for diversity in the life of our family of faith.

A Catalyst for Serving the Needs of OthersWe offer a wide variety of opportunities for involvement in ministry, building relationships, and making a difference in our world.

An Environment Fostering Spiritual GrowthOur parish provides a safe environment to grow in faith through prayer, meditation, retreats, scripture reflection, faith sharing groups, and vibrant sacramental life.

Opportunities to ConnectWe offer many opportunities for adults, young adults, and youth to connect, make friends and have a joyful experience through worship, service opportunities, and community life events.

Ready to Serve YouFor sacramental emergencies requiring a priest after hours, weekends, or holidays, call 225-250-8022.For material or financial assistance, call 225-381-9383 (St. Aloysius St. Vincent de Paul Ministry).

St. Aloysius Church & Pastoral Services Center (Office Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM,

and Friday, 8:00 AM – NOON)Physical & Mailing Address:2025 Stuart Avenue, Bldg A

Baton Rouge, LA 70808Telephone: (225) 343-6657

Fax: (225) 344-6847church.aloysius.org

[email protected]

St. Aloysius Child Care Center(Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM)

Mailing Address:1957 Stuart Avenue

Baton Rouge, LA 70808Physical Address: Mimosa StreetTelephone: (225) 343-1338

Fax: (225) 343-0002ccc.aloysius.org

[email protected]

St. Aloysius School(Office Hours: 7:15 AM – 3:25 PM)

Mailing Address:4001 Mimosa Avenue

Baton Rouge, LA 70808Physical Address: Mimosa StreetTelephone: (225) 383-3871

Fax: (225) [email protected]

2


Church Staff Very Rev. Randy M. Cuevas, V.F........................................................................Pastor .................. [email protected]

Rev. Edwin (Eddie) Martin ................................................................Parochial Vicar .................. [email protected]

Deacon Chauvin Wilkinson .......................................................................... Deacon [email protected]

Erin Candilora .............................................................Principal, St. Aloysius School [email protected]

Kim Blair .....................................................Director, St. Aloysius Child Care Center ............................. [email protected]

Matt Zylicz ......................................................................Church Business Manager,.................................................................Administration Commission Staff Resource .................. [email protected]

Bill Quirk .....................................................................................Facilities Manager .................... [email protected]

Kenneth Thevenet .................................................................... Director of Worship,...........................................................................Worship Commission Staff Resource [email protected]

MacDougall Womack ........................................................................Youth Minister,....................................... Jr. High & High School Youth Groups, PSR, & Confirmation .............. [email protected]

Mark Christian .................................Director of Adult Formation, Director of RCIA,..............................................................Spiritual Growth Commission Staff Resource [email protected]

Tricia Greely ............................................................Director of Children Formation,............................................................................................. Baptisms, Children PSR........................................................................ Education Commission Staff Resource [email protected]

Angela Falgoust ........................................................... Director of Pastoral Services,........................... Social Responsibility Commission & Pastoral Council Staff Resource ................ [email protected]

Connie Planche .................................Bookkeeper, Executive Assistant to the Pastor, ...............................................................................Child Protection Site Coordinator ................ [email protected]

Hailey DeLaune ....................................................... Ministries & Worship Secretary,..............................Community Life Commission Staff Resource, Sacramental Records [email protected]

Aline Landry ................................................................. Communications Secretary, .........................Social Media, Registration/Census, Aloysius Alive, Bulletin, Calendar .................. [email protected]

Dorothea Bond, Victoria Fisher, Terrell Griffin, Terry Phillips, Delores Williams, Pepper Whittington.............................................................Church Maintenance & Custodial Assistants .................... [email protected]

Mary Louise Bullock, Sachelle Kelly, Kathy Nikolaus, & Irene Shepherd.....Receptionists,......................................................................................Facility Reservation Requests ............... [email protected]


3

Regularly Scheduled Services*Weekdays Monday Eucharist 6:00 AM Reconciliation Immediately after Mass (when regularly scheduled Mass is celebrated)

Tuesday Reconciliation 7:30 AM (when regularly scheduled Mass is celebrated) Eucharist 8:00 AM

Wednesday Eucharist 6:00 AM Reconciliation Immediately after Mass (when regularly scheduled Mass is celebrated)

Thursday Reconciliation 7:30 AM (when regularly scheduled Mass is celebrated) Eucharist 8:00 AM

Friday Eucharist 8:00 AM (when regularly scheduled Mass is celebrated)

Saturday Reconciliation 3:30 PM** Vigil Eucharist 4:30 PM***

Sunday Eucharist 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, & 5:30 PM****

Eucharistic Exposition, Adoration & Benediction First Wednesday of the Month 6:30 – 7:00 AM Thursdays 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM Third Saturday of the Month 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM - Gonzaga Hall Chapel

Nursery Sundays During 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM Masses in the Child Care Center

Children’s Church Sundays During 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM Masses Holy Day Masses Special schedules as published in bulletin and on website The Sacrament of Reconciliation is also available anytime by appointment with one of the parish priests.*subject to availability of priest or deacon, if applicable; see weekly bulletin for change**except on Easter weekend***except on Easter weekend & when Christmas falls on a weekend; special Holy Day schedule applies****No evening Mass on Christmas Day

Sacraments(more detailed information can be found at: http://church.aloysius.org/sacraments)

BAPTISM Tricia GreelyBaptisms are scheduled at select Masses on the second weekend of the month. Baptism Preparation Seminars are conducted on select Sunday afternoons for expecting parents, godparents and anyone who will be a sponsor at another church. To discuss your baptism questions, contact Tricia Greely at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

FIRST RECONCILIATION Tricia GreelyFirst Reconciliation is normally celebrated during a child’s second grade year. Preparation for reconciliation is offered at every grade level. Contact Tricia Greely at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657 ext. 25.

FIRST EUCHARIST Tricia GreelyFirst Eucharist is celebrated at Sunday Masses on a select weekend in the spring. Sacramental preparation is provided for both candidates and their parents during the second-grade year of the candidate. Guidelines apply for older children desiring to become candidates. For more information, contact Tricia Greely at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

CONFIRMATION Baptized Catholic Youth MacDougall Womack

Youth candidates are prepared during their eleventh grade or twelfth year. Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Baptized Catholic Adults Deacon Chauvin WilkinsonAdult candidates are prepared in the early spring of each year. Contact Deacon Chauvin Wilkinson at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

4


MARRIAGE Hailey DeLauneContact the Pastor, Parochial Vicar, or Deacon when engagement occurs, or at least six months before a prospective wedding date. Preparation requirements apply. Contact Hailey Delaune at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657. If one wishes to have an existing marriage that was not a Catholic ceremony recognized as the Catholic sacrament, contact the Pastor, Parochial Vicar, or Deacon.

ADULT INITIATION INTO THE CATHOLIC FAITH (RCIA) Mark ChristianAdults desiring Baptism and baptized adults desiring to be received into the Catholic Church are welcomed through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Inquirers may begin the process at any time throughout the year. Contact Mark Christian at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

DIACONATE, PRIESTHOOD & CONSECRATED RELIGIOUS LIFE Fr. Randy CuevasIf discerning God’s call to Holy Orders or the vows of Consecrated Religious Life, please contact the pastor at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK Angela Falgoust In Hospital or Home

Anointing of the Sick prior to surgery, or for anyone hospitalized, homebound, or near death, is celebrated as needed. Families are asked to call the parish office at (225) 343-6657. In case of emergency outside of office hours, call (225) 250-8022.

Communal Celebration Ken ThevenetCommunal opportunities for the Anointing of the Sick are periodically offered in the context of Sunday Mass for any who are ill in mind, body, or spirit. Contact Ken Thevenet at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Being Faithful Stewards Of God’s GiftsEmbracing total stewardship is a way of life for the genuine Christian disciple and is an essential biblically-based component of one’s spiritual life. It is not about what God, the Church, or others need from us. It is about the conscious, measured return (tithe) we need to make to God of the gifts He has first given to us. Spiritually, stewardship cultivates an ‘attitude of gratitude.’ Jesus’ love for us was sacrificial, selfless, and unconditional; it was not comfortable or convenient or haphazard. In imitation of Jesus, our stewardship is deliberate and without conditions.

Stewardship of Prayer fulfills our need to make time for God, by a commitment to a discipline of personal and communal prayer and worship.

Stewardship of Offering fulfills our need to concretely demonstrate our trust in God by making a return to Him of our financial and material resources, solidifies our sharing in good works greater than any of us can accomplish on our own, supports and sustains the larger family of faith to which we belong, recognizes our indebtedness to those who have gone before us, and invests in the future of those who will follow us.

Stewardship of Ministry (Service) fulfills our need to return to God our time, talents, skills, abilities, and resources, by both involving and sharing ourselves with the team efforts of others in our parish family and in the unique contributions each of us may be able to offer our parish family. In both ways, we build up God’s Kingdom in our midst and help realize the vision and mission of our parish.

At St. Aloysius, we are annually provided the opportunity to make initial---or to renew, or to increase—individual and family commitments to all three phases of Total Stewardship. The primary purpose of this guidebook is the invitation to Stewardship of Ministry (Service).

The pages that follow describe our active organized ministries for which anyone may volunteer, as well as those requiring an appointment by the Pastor, School Principal, or Child Care Center Director (either because of limited vacancies or the special skills, expertise, training, and other qualifications for the ministry), in which you’re invited to express interest.

Called To LeadershipMost of our ministries are organized within a structure of Commissions, all of which are represented on our Pastoral Council. On a “Leadership Night” conducted monthly (with the exception of June, July & December), all of the Commissions meet, followed by a meeting of the Pastoral Council. Each of the Commissions serves a vital function of ‘linking’ with each of the organized ministries under its umbrella to facilitate effective communication and collaboration among all the Commissions, and of assessing the ongoing vitality and viability of our ministries. At the meetings of the Pastoral Council, Commission reports are shared, the evolving needs of the parish are assessed, both short and long-range plans are discussed and refined, and advice and recommendations are given to the Pastor.


5

LOCALHOME LOAN

EXPERT

David ALELLO

225-921-8152

lendtheway.com

NMLS# 70876 NMLS# 188986

Conventional, Jumbo, Construction Loans, and More

PURCHASE | REFINANCE

6


Pastoral Council 2018 - 2019(Co-chairs: Cathy St. Pierre, Cooper Roberts)

Michael Acaldo, Paul Laborde ........................................................................................................ Administration CommissionLauren Walker, Lauren Litchfield ...................................................................................................Community Life CommissionAllison Pham, Maureen Dippel ................................................................................................................ Education CommissionCathy St. Pierre, Kristy Roubique ............................................................................................Social Responsibility CommissionJohn Waitz, Kevin Colomb ............................................................................................................Spiritual Growth CommissionCooper Roberts, Annette Cotton ................................................................................................................Worship CommissionJudy Giorlando ...................................................................................................................................................Council MentorAngela Falgoust .....................................................................................................................................................Staff ResourceGinger Dunaway ..........................................................................................................................................Recording Secretary

Administration Commission MinistriesAloysius Alive Newspaper Staff Ken Duhe

Our Aloysius Alive newspaper is published to our parishioners four to six times annually. Volunteers assist by composing articles, layout, and proofing. Contact Ken Duhe at [email protected] or (225) 252-1653.

Communications Committee Aline Landry, Matt ZyliczAssistance is periodically needed with graphic design, website design, and updating the same, both for one-time and recurring projects during the year. Contact Aline Landry at [email protected] or Matt Zylicz at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Facilities & Maintenance Committee Bill QuirkJoin our team of professionals in any of the construction trades, facilities and property management, real estate, interior desig n, and risk management to help us develop and monitor our master site plan and our long range deferred maintenance plan, security, and disaster preparedness plans. Our team provides valuable input during the design phase of our construction projects. This ministry includes Handy Helpers, the ministry that organizes spring and fall clean-up days. Contact Bill Quirk at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Office Volunteers and Office Mailings Matt ZyliczCan you give some of your time occasionally to help our parish staff? We sometimes need the assistance of volunteers for preparing certificates and bulk mailings, photocopying, shredding, and organizing supplies in our storage closets and cabinets. Contact Matt Zylicz at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Parish Fair, Auction and Golf Tournament Our Co-Chairs every year need more than 500 volunteers to help organize and staff the Parish Fair, Silent & Live Auction, and Golf Tournament. There are many leadership roles involved with each event.

Fair: Friday-Sunday, November 15-17, 2019. Dom & Ashley Peré Nick & Abbie Speyrer (2020)

Contact Dom & Ashley Peré at [email protected] or (225) 278-2740 or [email protected] or (225) 235-8180.

For 2020 Fair: Contact Nick & Abbie Speyrer at [email protected].

Fair Bank Patrick ValluzzoContact Patrick Valluzzo at [email protected] or(225) 924-5429.

Auction: Friday, February 1, 2019 at L’Auberge Jeanne McLellanContact Jeanne McLellan at [email protected].

Golf Tournament: Monday, March 18, 2019 at University Club. Randy CangelosiContact Randy Cangelosi at [email protected] or (225) 389-3723.

Parish History Committee Mary Churay and Alfred CookOur parish was founded 63 years ago and has an amazing history rich with many unique features in need of preservation for posterity. We seek memories and memorabilia of our senior and lifelong members to document and record for the benefit of our newer and younger families, and future members. And history is in the making every day at Aloysius! We envision adding our history of facts, figures, and people to our website. To participate in this venture, contact Mary Churay at [email protected] or Alfred Cook at [email protected].

Parish Library Committee Rebecca EastVolunteers are needed to assist with planning and organizing the St. Aloysius Parish Library and offer suggestions for new acquisitions. Contact Rebecca East at [email protected] or (225) 328-4366.


7

Photography Committee Aline LandryHelp us grow our electronic library of photos capturing the life and history of our St. Aloysius Parish family! We are always in need of photos from various events and activities throughout the year that can be selected for use in parish publications, including our weekly bulletin, Aloysius Alive newspaper, and our website. Photos capturing the history of St. Aloysius are also needed. High resolutions .jpg file images are needed as well as printed photos. Help is occasionally needexd to convert printed photos to digital images. Contact Aline Landry at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Total Stewardship CommitteesMembers of our total stewardship committee plan and coordinate the timing, vision, and programs of the three phases of stewardship. The Committee members are the chairs of the three stewardship committees.

Stewardship of Ministry Paula AcaldoWe need volunteers who enjoy writing, speaking, or can work with “Jot Form.” Volunteers in this ministry prepare and present the Stewardship of Ministry weekend that provides parishioners with the opportunity to use their God given gifts and talents to serve one another and to build the kingdom. Contact Paula Acaldo at [email protected].

Stewardship of Offering Michael AcaldoWe need volunteers who enjoy writing and speaking to work in this ministry. Volunteers prepare and present the Stewardship of Offering weekend that provides parishioners with the opportunity to offer in thanksgiving to God our financial gifts, in recognition that all we have comes from God and is to be used for the common good of all. Contact Michael Acaldo at [email protected] or (225) 769-2801.

Stewardship of Prayer Jay and Angela MontalbanoVolunteer opportunities for this ministry include writing articles for Aloysius Alive and the bulletin, preparing a mail-out to parishioners, and preparing and giving a presentation on prayer to the congregation during Mass. Stewardship of Prayer weekend provides parishioners with the opportunity to make a commitment to grow closer to God through personal prayer, community worship and spiritual formation. Contact Jay and Angela Montalbano at [email protected] or (225) 769-7632.

Community Life Commission Ministries Advent at Aloysius Hailey DeLaune

A fun, festive fellowship evening and educational experience for all parishioners to celebrate the Advent season. Tree lighting, creating Advent wreaths, food and music are just a few of the activities planned. If you are interested in volunteering to help, plan or work for the event contact at [email protected].

Coffee & Donuts April HolcombCome join us for the weekly Coffee and Donuts following 9:00 AM Mass on Sundays. Volunteers pick up milk and juice, make the coffee and set it all out for our visitors. This ministry is great for a family to volunteer together. If you are interested in volunteering contact April Holcomb at [email protected] or (225) 223-2358.

Holy Smoke Stephen MaherA fellowship event for the whole family. BBQ competition, live music, food and fun. Contact Stephen Maher at [email protected] or (225) 773-9722.

Hosting Committee Lauren GolleherSt. Aloysius Parish provides a reception celebration for several annual benchmark events like Confirmation, Easter Vigil, etc. A volunteer in this ministry provides support, along with the ministry chair, to set up these events. If you are interested in volunteering contact Lauren Golleher at [email protected] or (225) 614-7761.

Knights of Columbus Phillip RomanoKnights of Columbus is composed of Catholic men who work together to support their Church, their community and each other. If you are interested in becoming a member, contact Grand Knight Phillip Romano at [email protected] or (504) 432-8474 or Membership Director Mike Giorlando at [email protected].

8


Mardi Gras Float and Viewing Party Hailey DeLaune or Judson & Laney SandersJoin some of your fellow St. Aloysius Parishioners for a great time riding in the Baton Rouge Southdowns Mardi Gras Parade. When it passes in front of our church, riders can throw beads and cups to your friends. Participation includes creating and preparing the float, and costumes to ride. There is a $100 fee to ride with a $25 deposit. If you are interested in riding and volunteering, contact Hailey DeLaune at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657 for the Float, and Judson and Laney Sanders at [email protected] or (225) 603-6299 for the Viewing Party.

Men’s Club Garrett HiebertThe Men’s Club ministry provides food and fellowship for male parishioners throughout the year. Their gatherings include good food and guest speakers. When called upon, the Men’s Club provides volunteer services to the parish and its ministries. If you are interested in becoming a member, contact Garrett Hiebert at [email protected].

Scouting Lisa Giaime, Brett Henchy, Becky MaherFun for all our Boys and Girls, Scouting provides an educational, spiritual and adventurous outlet for the kids and their leaders. If you are interested in volunteering contact Lisa Giaime for Girl Scouts at [email protected] or (225) 454-4816, BrettHenchy for Boy Scouts at [email protected] or (225) 235-1934, and Becky Maher for Cub Scouts at [email protected] or (225) 802-4889.

Senior Ministry Hailey DeLauneFour times a year St. Aloysius parish hosts fellowship events for our senior parish members to gather. Luncheons are held with a guest speaker in the fall and spring along with morning retreats for Advent and Lent. Senior Ministry also sponsors Wholly Fit Exercise weekly on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Under the guidance of a fitness instructor, participants take part in low impact exercise. If you are interested in volunteering to help plan events, contact Hailey DeLaune at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Welcoming Committee Leslie Edwards or Maria MathewsA ministry that welcomes newcomers to the St. Aloysius Parish family. Newcomers’ welcome brunches are held periodically during the year. Other gestures are made to newly registered households to assist them in experiencing a sense of belonging to our larger parish family. This Committee matches families with other Aloysius families to assist them with parish information, hospitality and guidance as needed, especially in the first year of membership in the Parish. If you are interested in volunteering for the brunches or to be paired with new families, contact Leslie Edwards at [email protected] or Maria Mathews at [email protected].

Education Commission MinistriesChildren’s Church Ann Michael Lagarde

This ministry provides a Sunday celebration of God’s word appropriate for young children (ages Pre-K through Second Grade) during the 9:00 & 11:00 AM Sunday Masses (when school is in session). We will meet from September through early May. For more information, please contact Ann Michael Lagarde at [email protected].

Confirmation Program Coordinators MacDougall WomackWe recruit parents who have previously served as small group facilitators to help direct the Confirmation program. Coordinators help in every aspect of the program, including recruiting facilitators, training volunteers, planning events, and aiding with the sacrament itself. Coordinators serve a three-year term. Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Confirmation Small Group Facilitators MacDougall WomackParents of Confirmation candidates and other adults: do you enjoy working with teens in a goal-oriented and well-supported environment? Facilitators lead a small group of six to eight teens during our Confirmation program, including four home sessions, an orientation, closing service, and one-day retreat. Begins mid-August and ends in early November. Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

First Communion/First Reconciliation Catechists Tricia Greely

First Reconciliation /Eucharist Catechists: Catechists lead small groups during the First Reconciliation/ Eucharist Candidate Retreats. Parish will provide training and lesson plan. For more information, please contact Tricia Greely at [email protected] or at (225) 343-6657.


9

Evelyn GreenwoodBayou Home Buyers, LLC

Inherit a Home? Need to Sell Fast?

C: (225) 810-8315 [email protected]

We Buy Houses

EEvveellyynn GGrreeeennwwooooddBBBaaayyyyooouuu HHHooommeee BBBuuuyyyyeeerrss, LLLLLLCCC

Inherit a Home? Need to Sell Fast?

We Buy We Buy We Buy esusesHousesHHHouseHHoo ssesssesHH ss sHousesHouses HERITAGE

Residential and Investment SpecialistREALTOR®

8229 Jeff erson HighwayHarahan, LA 70123

Cell: 225-810-8315Offi ce: 504-575-3345

Fax: [email protected]

www.evelyngreenwoodrealtor.comEach Offi ce Independently Owned & Operated

HERITAGEHERITAGEsideiddd itintialalllllllllalalal andandananandand IIInvesttme tnt SSSpe iicialli

Evelyn GreenwoodEvelyn Greenwood

10


High School Parent Volunteers MacDougall WomackParents, we need your help to maintain a vibrant High School Youth Group! Volunteer to help based on your availability—serving food, sending desserts, chaperoning a trip, or joining us more regularly to help with leading regular meetings and special events. We work around your schedule! Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

High School Youth Group MacDougall WomackTeens, are you looking for a fun atmosphere where you can be yourself without fear of judgement? Get involved with High School Youth Group! Regular meetings, called “Life Nights,” are hosted on Sunday evenings from 6:30-8:30 PM and feature games, praise & worship music, small groups, skits, and more! Youth Group also participates in summer mission trips, overnight retreats, and special events such as Disney World. Sign up for free Youth Group reminder texts by sending “aloysius” to 84576. There are no fees or ads. Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Infant Baptism Preparation Tricia GreelyVolunteers assist parents seeking Baptism for their children by conducting baptismal seminars and assisting with rites preceding Baptism as well as the Baptismal Celebration two or three times per year. To help, contact Bryan and Susan Andries at [email protected] or (225) 772-2156.

Junior High Parent Volunteers MacDougall WomackWe need help from parents of junior high teens to support Youth Group by ordering food and helping with logistics. Enjoy a close view of the fun and faith growth by periodically chaperoning meetings and helping with fun events such as our food drive, one-day lock-in, trip to the New Orleans Pelicans, and more! Everyone is on a team, and your commitment can be flexible based on your schedule. Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Junior High Youth Group MacDougall WomackSeventh and eighth grade teens love our junior high program for the fun, chance to make new friends, and first taste of independence. Junior high meetings are hosted once a month on Sunday mornings from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Meetings include icebreaker games, music, speakers, skits, inflatables, water slides, and more. Special events include a lock-in, food drive, trip to see the New Orleans Pelicans, and more! Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Music Makers Ministry Erin Rice or Kristen OverallCome join our weekly gatherings to encourage music and fellowship among mothers and their young children on Thursdays at 10:00 AM in Gonzaga Hall, Bl. Francis Seelos room. Contact Erin Rice at [email protected] or 352-316-1063 or Kristen Overall at [email protected] or (985) 518-2462.

Parish School of Religion Catechists Tricia Greely and MacDougall WomackPSR is Catholic education for children and teens who are not enrolled in a Catholic school. Participation is required for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and Confirmation. Students are grouped together by grade level, and classes are on Sundays each week from September to November and resumes in January and February.

Elementary PSR includes grades 1-6 and meets on Sunday mornings. Contact Tricia Greely at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Junior High PSR includes grades 7 & 8 and meets on Sunday evenings. Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

High School PSR includes grades 9 & 10 and meets on Sunday evenings in conjunction with the High School Youth Group. Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Pray and Play Group Kristen Overall or Erin RiceMothers and their young children have monthly gatherings to encourage fellowship, prayer, and fun. Leaders organize and/or host one monthly event per year. For more information or to become a leader, contact Kristen Overall at [email protected] or (985) 518-2462 or Erin Rice at [email protected] or (352) 316-1063.


11

SAS Athletics Jerry GuillotVolunteers assist the Athletic Director through multiple volunteer activities. Opportunities include: coaching, field preparation, concessions, gate collection and site management. Contact Jerry Guillot at [email protected] or (225) 342-0614.

Speaker Series Ministry Lynnel Ruckert or Lauren WalkerOrganizers of this ministry invite speakers to St. Aloysius Parish to enhance the spiritual life of the family. They help to coordinate speaker dates and food and other arrangements for the program. Speakers will offer practical faith-centered ways to help children and their parents grow in their Catholic faith and to make effective faith based decisions in today’s modern world. Contact Lynnel Ruckert at [email protected] or (202) 716-2727 or Lauren Walker at [email protected] or (225) 933-1535.

Vacation Bible School Angela SheetsThis ministry is a four-day summer program for children Kindergarten through sixth grade. If you are willing to teach or to assist with crafts, story time, games, or refreshments, we need your help! Junior volunteers from seventh through twelfth grades are needed to assist the adult volunteers. Contact Angela Sheets at [email protected].

Youth Group Adult Core Team MacDougall WomackThis amazing team of adults, from college sophomores to parents, works with teens and aids our high school and junior high youth groups. It’s a very rare ministry which utilizes a wide range of different talents and can be customized to your schedule. You will find great friends and a supportive community, especially if you are having doubts about God and religion. Meets most often on Sunday evenings once or twice a month. Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Youth Leadership Team MacDougall WomackTeen leaders help plan and lead events for high school and junior high youth group. You will meet new friends, learn leadership skills, and grow in your faith. Teens may apply in April each year and participate in an interview with the Adult Core Team. Training includes a two-day event in June at St. Aloysius and an off-campus weekend retreat in July. Contact MacDougall Womack at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Social Responsibility Commission MinistriesBereavement Kristy Roubique

This ministry provides support and food to families during their time of loss. The chair of the bereavement committee is notified when services are requested. At times we assist with visitation prior to the funeral mass and provide food based on requests from the family. Committee members will be notified via email and can sign up to assist or provide a food item. Contact Kristy Roubique at [email protected] or (225) 978-4820.

Communion Ministry to the Homebound Deacon Chauvin WilkinsonAfter the appropriate formation, lay ministers administer communion and deliver the weekly bulletin to up to six homebound St. Aloysius parishioners who reside within the church parish. Quarterly rotation schedules are prepared providing weekly visits to those in need. Contact Deacon Chauvin Wilkinson at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Communion Ministry to Long-Term Care Facilities Deacon Chauvin WilkinsonAfter the appropriate formation, lay ministers are scheduled to provide the Eucharist to residents of long-term care facilities once a month, according to a rotating schedule. Contact Deacon Chauvin Wilkinson at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Counseling Referral Program John Bennett or Angela FalgoustBoard certified social workers participate in this ministry for parishioners who need professional guidance but cannot afford to receive it on their own. Cost to the parishioner is subsidized on a sliding scale. Confidential referrals are made by our clergy and other ministry leaders who are made aware of the need. Contact John Bennett at [email protected] or (225) 936-4786 or Angela Falgoust at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657 or (225) 278-7321.

12


Dignity of Life Ministry Ross McCalip and Sam MistrettaThis ministry provides education resources to share the beautiful teachings of the Church on the dignity of human life from conception until natural death and encourages parishioners to participate in local and parish pro-life events. It strives to promote opportunities to help build a Culture of Life., including speaker events covering related topics. Contact Ross McCalip at [email protected] or (225) 978-2421 and Sam Mistretta at [email protected] or (225) 975-1501.

Food Bank Krista Haefner or Wanda TownsendHelp us support the Baton Rouge Food Bank! Volunteers collect food that is generously donated by parishioners as they come into Church. The volunteers, who are assigned 1-2 times a year, deliver the food to the Baton Rouge Food Bank. Contact Krista Haefner at [email protected] or (225) 603-7196 or Wanda Townsend at [email protected] or (225) 266-5909.

Gentle Hands Emily MirandaA peer ministry to families who have suffered the death of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, early infant loss or other tragedies. Organizational meetings to determine ways to offer support and to plan healing events for families suffering the loss of a child are held periodically during the year. A remembrance service is held once a year. Contact Emily Miranda at [email protected] or (334) 728-8810.

Giving Tree Arline Mistretta or Traci BlanchardA ministry that provides gifts and basic personal items to people in need, twice a year – at Christmas and again in July. This ministry identifies needs, makes ornaments, collects, wraps, and distributes gifts. A planning meeting is held annually in October. The majority of the time given to this ministry is in early December. Commitment varies with a volunteer’s availability. Contact Arline Mistretta at [email protected] or (225) 769-2433 or Traci Blanchard at [email protected] or (225) 767-3318.

Good Samaritans Cristyn Mayeux Dyess or Stacey ZeringueThis ministry provides meals to families in crisis situations. Responsibilities include organizing and implementing the preparation and delivery of meals to families needing prepared meals for a limited time period. Contact Cristyn Mayeux Dyess at [email protected] or (225) 571-5106 or Stacey Zeringue at [email protected] or (225) 938-5819.

Habitat for Humanity Kim BoudreauxSt. Aloysius is part of the Catholic Coalition Build. This group of eight parishes builds one or two homes a year with Habitat for Humanity. Volunteers are needed for the build and for the Habitat Re-Store. Contact Kim Boudreaux at [email protected] or (225) 205-2870.

Interfaith Federation of Greater Baton Rouge Susan HymelThe Federation is made up of member congregations from various Christian denominations as well as other faith traditions. Volunteers participate in programs which include serving noon meals two times a year at the Holy Grill soup kitchen in north Baton Rouge as well as other programs and events scheduled throughout the year. Contact Susan Hymel at [email protected] or (225) 907-4087 or, for Holy Grill, contact Elizabeth Walsh at [email protected] or (225) 921-1609.

JustFaith Thomas TelhiardA ministry that promotes and supports small faith group processes, utilizing scripture, the Church’s historical witness, theological inquiry and church social teachings. Team members choose from a variety of topics offered by the Just Faith National Office and facilitated by team members. One planning meeting during the summer months. Contact Thomas Telhiard at [email protected] or (225) 505-0482.

LSU Lunch Bunch Carly Thames or Lacey SchonacherLocal Church parishes, including St. Aloysius, rotate serving a weekly free student lunch at Christ the King Student Center when LSU is in session, once each semester. You may volunteer to cook lasagna, bake desserts, or serve the meal. Contact Carly Thames at [email protected] or (985) 637-6818 or Lacey Schonacher at [email protected] or (504) 390-5925.

Personal Loss Support Groups Angela FalgoustA ministry of peer support groups for those who have suffered through separation, divorce, loss of a loved one, or family crises (i.e., Alzheimer’s disease). Contact Angela Falgoust at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657 or (225) 278-7321.

Prayer Shawl Ministry Joyce Boone or Lynn LastrapesA ministry that creates physical gifts of prayer to others in need of comfort through knitting, crocheting, sewing, or quilting items such as shawls and hats for cancer patients and others. No experience is necessary and is easy to learn. Materials and instructions are provided. Optional semi-monthly gatherings are held the second and fourth Thursday of each month for fellowship, pattern, and idea sharing. Contact Joyce Boone at [email protected] or (225) 324-7279 or Lynn Lastrapes [email protected] or (225) 766-8675.


13

4275 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70806

(225) 383-0682 • www.fourrieragency.com

Fourrier agencYi n s u r a n c e a g e n c y

Proud supporters of St. Aloysius School

3225 Perkins Road at the I-10 Perkins Road exitOpen Daily at 11 a.m.225.381.9922parrains.com

527 North Acadian ThruwayBaton Rouge, LA 70806

Phone (225) 383-0306 • Fax (225) 387-6411www.star-service.com

E-mail: [email protected]

John D. Dawes, CFP®Financial Advisor

1201 South Purpera AvenueSuite 302Gonzales, LA 70737225-647-3495 [email protected]

14


Prison Ministry at Angola State Prison-Kairos Rick Blackstone or Matt ZyliczA ministry that provides spiritual growth opportunities and support through weekend retreats for incarcerated men at Angola State Prison through Kairos prison ministry program. Opportunities include participating in training and the Angola retreats, baking cookies or preparing letters and children’s art Agape. Contact Rick Blackstone at [email protected] or (225) 205-9376 or Matt Zylicz at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Prison Ministry at Dixon Correctional Facility Jeanie or David BondyYou can make a difference to individuals incarcerated at Dixon Correctional by providing spiritual growth opportunities and support. Volunteers visit the prisoners on Friday evenings at the correctional facility for approximately two hours at least once a month. The visit includes a Eucharistic service and discussion group. Contact Jeanie and David Bondy at [email protected] or (225) 926-9506.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Kim HardmanA ministry that provides assistance to the needy within the geographical boundaries of St. Aloysius Parish. Attending monthly SVdP meeting and serving on a team to visit those requesting assistance. Team members make home visits once every 5 weeks on a rotation basis. Each rotation generally involves a 4-6 hour commitment. A parish wide annual “Fill Up the Truck(s)!” drive is coordinated through the ministry on behalf of SVdP and many ministry members participate in this event on a voluntary basis. Contact Kim Hardman at [email protected] or (225) 939-6962.

St. Aloysius Cantera Mission Alvin Raetzsch or Amy PizzolatoA ministry of parishioners 18 years of age and older, of different professional backgrounds who are encouraged to participate to help Cantera achieve its mission of creating a more just, equitable and sustainable society in Nicaragua through community development and popular education. A mission trip to Cantera Mission in Managua, Nicaragua once or twice a year for 7-10 days is made to build relationships and hope with the people and to identify specific needs. Contact Alvin Raetzsch at [email protected] or (979) 732-4744 or Amy Pizzolato at [email protected] or (225) 907-8876.

St. Vincent de Paul Ladies Prayer and Scriptural Sharing Kay HoffpauirA ministry that provides for the spiritual needs of the women at the St. Vincent de Paul Day Shelter. Ministry volunteers meet with the ladies at the facility located at 1623 Convention Street, Baton Rouge, La. 70802, for a spiritual hour of reading the Word, meditating and praying together. Volunteers are organized into teams of two. One team plans and facilitates the hour and visits each Friday from 10am-11am. Time commitment is no more than once a month. Contact Kay Hoffpauir at [email protected] or (225) 931-0545.

Stephen Ministry Bob SchoenA lay ministry that supplements pastoral care. The program teaches lay persons to provide one-on-one care to individuals facing a variety of crises or life challenges, such as hospitalization, chronic illness, job loss, grief, divorce, cancer, financial difficulties or other life struggles. Persons interested in this ministry receive training once a week for approximately three months. Contact Bob Schoen at [email protected], or Kathy Nikolaus at [email protected] or (225) 603-7772.

Thanksgiving Baskets Kristin PasquierThis ministry provides meals to families on Thanksgiving Day and is a great family ministry. You can volunteer to buy, organize and deliver a Thanksgiving Basket to a needy family. Parishioner sets up a day and time to deliver the food items in the Thanksgiving basket to the family in need. Contact Kristen Pasquier at [email protected] or (225) 333-7803.

Spiritual Growth Commission MinistriesPrayer and Devotions

St. Aloysius offers several traditional opportunities for parishioners to pray with and for each other.

Adoration Committee Ross McCalipThis committee meets twice a year to plan, organize, publicize and facilitate Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament:1) Thursday mornings following 8:00 AM Mass for 30 minutes. Contact Mike Dellucci at (225) 338-5343.2) The third Saturday of each month from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Parishioners are encouraged to sign-up for one Holy Hour with the Blessed Sacrament. Contact Ross McCalip at [email protected] or (225) 978-2421.

Divine Mercy Committee Leticia CourvilleThis committee meets twice a year to plan and coordinate parish and school activities using the prayers and writings of St. Faustina. Groups and individuals pray the Divine Mercy Novena in the parish and school culminating with Divine Mercy Sunday after Easter. Contact Leticia Courville at [email protected] or (225) 454-4800 or Cindy Ristroph at [email protected] or (225) 387-0604.

Prayer Line Committee Odette Collett or Deacon Chauvin WilkinsonCommittee members respond to any prayer requests asked of the parish. Co-chairs receive requests and initiate a call for prayer- by phone or email. Contact Odette Collett at (225)766-5470, or Deacon Chauvin Wilkinson at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.


15

Rosary Committee Bill HoldenThe members coordinate and plan various group Rosary meetings and dispense information to individuals praying the Rosary: 1) members meet on the Second Tuesday of each Month for prayer and fellowship in the Office Chapel. Contact Bill Holden at [email protected] or 766-2515; and, 2) members gather each Wednesday after assembly during the school year in the Parish Chapel. Contact Annette Cotton at [email protected] or (225) 892-4861.

Small Christian CommunitiesParishioners are invited to join a variety of different study groups that meet at various times during the week to do Bible study, discussions on the Sunday Readings or other church-sponsored books of interest to the members of each group.

Adult Come Lord Jesus Cindy RistrophThese groups meet weekly to discuss the upcoming scripture readings. Aside from the Bible, groups follow materials developed by Fr. Bertrand “Come, Lord Jesus.” Contact Cindy Ristroph at [email protected] or (225) 387-0604.

Ignatian Spirituality Groups Ron Lewis or Fr. Eddie MartinFounded in the spiritual exercises authored by St. Ignatius of Loyola, these men’s and women’s groups meet bi-weekly from September through March. They are an opportunity to deepen the habit of prayer and learn to notice the experience of God in daily life. Contact Ron Lewis at [email protected] or (225) 216-0030 or Fr. Eddie Martin at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Little Rock Scripture Study Kay HoffpauirThis group uses material from the “Little Rock Scripture Study” that focuses on one book of the Bible at a time. Several groups meet at different times during the week and choose their book for study during the year. Contact Kay Hoffpauir at [email protected] or (225) 931-0545.

MOMnipotent Alexis Schlatre or Mi Mi BankstonThis Women’s Book Study consists of small groups which meet at three different times during the week focusing on mothers of young children. The groups are based on a program “MOMnipotent,” a book by Danielle Bean, and also chosen topics of interest to study and discuss. Contact Alexis Schlatre at [email protected] or Mi Mi Bankston at [email protected]

Small Group Bible Study/Book Study Mark Christian or Patience MorenoMany Small Christian Communities (SCC) meet at different times during the week for Bible study, Sunday scripture preparation/reflection or to discuss a book of interest to the participants. Everyone is welcome to join an existing group or start a new SCC. Contact Mark Christian at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657 or Patience Moreno at [email protected] or (225) 769-2135.

FormationSt. Aloysius offers opportunities for individuals to actively acknowledge and discern each person’s call from God and to assist others on their faith journey as Catholic Christians.

Partners on the Journey Sonny Chastain and Fr. Eddie Martin A marriage enrichment series for married couples that helps them connect to the deeper meaning of their relationship, based on a Catholic vision of marriage, as well as learn some important relationship skills. The group meets for 2 hours, once a month, for 12 sessions. Contact Sonny Chastain at [email protected] or Fr. Eddie Martin at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

RCIA Catechist Team Mark ChristianThis team facilitates discussions during either the Sunday sessions during the 9:00 AM Mass and one hour after Mass or on Wednesday evenings. Contact Mark Christian at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

RCIA Sponsor Team Mark ChristianThis team meets with and educates parishioners who are willing to meet one-on-one with RCIA Candidates after the 9:00 AM Mass to discuss their faith and to assist candidates in joining other parish activities. Contact Mark Christian at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Vocations Committee Armando Corripio or Fr. Randy CuevasThese members plan and facilitate Parish and school activities to promote awareness and prayer for all vocations: Priesthood, Religious Life, Consecrated Single Life and Marriage. Contact Armando Corripio at [email protected] or (225) 769-1224 or Fr. Randy Cuevas at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Special Events Support Ministry Mark ChristianVolunteers willing to help publicize, provide hospitality and logistical support for special adult spiritual growth events, as needed, e.g Advent & Lenten Retreat Days, Annual Parish Mission, speaker events, etc. Contact Mark Christian at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

16


Worship Commission MinistriesAltar Server Committee Wren Eagleton or Scott Roussel

A committee composed of parents and other adults who plan and organize training and activities for the Youth Altar Servers. This committee conducts the training sessions for Youth Servers, provides refreshments for events, washes robes and supports the Altar Server Ministry in many ways. Contact Wren Eagleton at [email protected] or(225) 343-3790 or Scott Roussel at [email protected] or (225) 924-1106.

Altar Servers Wren Eagleton or Scott RousselThese are the children and youth (5th grade and older) who assist the priest and deacon at weekend and Holy Day Masses, and the adults who do the same at weekday Masses. Training sessions for new altar servers are held in the Fall and Spring. Servers are assigned Masses on a rotating basis. Contact Wren Eagleton at [email protected] or (225) 343-3790 or Scott Roussel at [email protected] or (225) 924-1106.

Art and Environment Committee Cheryl FrostA ministry that prepares the seasonal décor of the church building. Members are responsible for setting up liturgical items, decorations, floral arrangements & banners in the church for the major feasts and seasons of the liturgical year. Planning meetings and work days will be scheduled at various times in preparation for Advent & Christmas, Lent, Holy Week, the Triduum, and Easter. Contact Cheryl Frost at [email protected] or (225) 344-0736.

Festival Ringers, A Hand Bell Choir Lenny LongOur fun and challenging Hand Bell Choir, open to teens and adults, adds festivity and variety to the music of the liturgy. The group prepares and provides music for Masses scheduled regularly. If you have experience playing an instrument, consider joining the Festival Ringers. Rehearsals are held each Monday from 6:00-7:00 PM in the Convent Music Room. Contact Lenny Long at [email protected] or (225) 751-7041.

Readers Lorri Mayhall or Lynn DelahayeThose serving in this ministry proclaim the Word of God at Sunday Mass and other liturgical celebrations. After initial training, responsibilities for this ministry include the individual preparation and study of the scripture readings for Mass. Weekday Mass Readers usually serve one day out of the week; Sunday Mass Readers serve every 4 to 6 weeks depending on the Mass time. Contact Lorri Mayhall at [email protected] or (225) 975-7416 or Lynn Delahaye at [email protected] or (225) 270-9712.

Renewal Singers Ken ThevenetA diverse group of singers and instrumentalists provides liturgical music from many traditions, and in a variety of styles at the 11:00 AM Sunday Mass. We welcome high school, adult and senior singers and instrumentalists. Members of this group will join with other parish musicians to sing for the major feast days and solemnities in the church year. Rehearsals are held each Wednesday from 7:00-8:30 PM in the Convent Choir Room. Contact Ken Thevenet at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Resurrection Choir Ken Thevenet

Come help us support our parishioners who are suffering loss with the gift of music. A bereavement ministry of St. Aloysius Church, this choir provides liturgical music for funeral celebrations. Singers are available for rehearsals and liturgies during the day as needed for parish funerals. Contact Ken Thevenet at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Sacristans Jan Shaw

This ministry prepares the altar and church for the celebration of the liturgy. Volunteers are assigned to a team that serves each week for one month in the year. Sacristan responsibilities include the caring of altar linens (washing and ironing purificators, corporals, and altar cloths), and light cleaning and straightening of the church building. Contact Jan Shaw at [email protected] or (225) 344-4006.

St. Aloysius Children’s Choir Kimberly HilliardA choir for students in fourth through eighth grade who love to sing provides music for the 11:00 AM Mass, one Sunday of the month. Singers who attend all schools are welcome to participate in this choir. Weekly rehearsals are held during the school year on Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. in the Convent Choir Room. Check out the Children’s Choir Website http://staloysiuschildrenschoir.weebly.com or contact Kimberly Hilliard at [email protected] or (504) 905-9699.

St. Aloysius Chorale Ken ThevenetDo you attend the 9:00 AM Mass on Sunday and love to sing? This choir leads the singing of the assembly at 9:00 AM Mass each Sunday. They also join with other parish musicians to sing for the major feast days of the church year. We welcome singers of all ages from high school youth to seniors. The Chorale’s repertoire leans toward more traditional sacred music with organ accompaniment. Rehearsals are held before Sunday Mass from 8:00 AM until 9:00 AM in the Convent Choir Room. Contact Ken Thevenet at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.


17

David M. Dragon, M.D.Board Certifi ed Ophthalmologist

Tim D. Johnson, M.D.Board Certifi ed Ophthalmologist

Thomas C. Stuckey III, M.D.Board Certifi ed Ophthalmologist

7777 Hennessy Blvd., Suite 3001Baton Rouge, LA 70808(p) 225.768.7777(f) 225.769.2852(toll free) 800.222.3908www.eyespecialistsofl a.com

18


Sunday Evening Music Ministry Erik GudielThese musicians provide liturgical music for the 5:30 p.m. Sunday Mass. High School and College age singers and instrumentalists are invited to join this music group. Rehearsals are held at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday in Convent Choir Room and as needed during the week. Contact Erik Gudiel at [email protected] or (504) 756-4816.

Ushers/Ministers of Hospitality Phillip Romano or David HeromanOpen to middle school age youth, as well as both men and women, the Ushers Ministry creates a welcoming atmosphere for people who gather at St. Aloysius for worship. Responsibilities include welcoming people upon their arrival at the doors of the Church, assisting them with seating and receiving the offerings of those who attend our Sunday Masses. Each Usher will serve at a particular Mass time according to the volunteer’s availability. Contact: Phillip Romano at [email protected] or (504) 432-8474 or David Heroman at [email protected], or (225) 953-1705.

Youth Liturgical Ministers Ken ThevenetMiddle school and high school age parishioners are welcome to serve in the liturgical ministries at St. Aloysius Church. You may serve as an Usher, in the Music Ministry, as a Reader, or Altar Server. We also need Youth to work on the Art and Environment Committee. Confirmed High School students may serve as Eucharistic Ministers. To discover the possibilities for using your gifts to serve, contact Ken Thevenet at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Appointed MinistriesAs mentioned earlier we have many ministries which require an appointment, either by the Pastor, School Principal, or CCC Director (either because of limited vacancies or because of the special skills, expertise, training, and other qualifications for the ministry), in which you’re invited to express interest. Please express your interest in serving in any of the ministries listed below, and we’ll remember your interest as soon as a vacancy or need arises. The designated and listed contact below may be in touch with you if more information is needed. Some of these ministries may require consent to a confidential background check.

Administration Capital Campaign Committee Fr. Randy Cuevas

Consisting of multi-level leadership roles and taskings, the committee is constituted by the Pastor on an ad hoc basis to organize and implement all components of major fund-raising campaigns until they successfully generate the financial resources required to accomplish their goals. To express interest in lending expertise to these efforts, contact the Pastor at [email protected] or 225-343-6657.

Contracts Review Committee Matt ZyliczThe Pastor is the only representative authorized to sign contracts which legally bind the parish. Most contracts are routinely renewed for recurring services, but occasionally the pastor seeks additional “sets of eyes” with professional legal expertise to review (on an entirely non-attribution basis) contracts before he signs them, especially major contracts. To express interest in lending expertise to assist, contact Matt Zylicz at [email protected] or 225-343-6657.

Finance Council Dan GardinerThe members of the Finance Council are appointed by the Pastor and meet monthly. They monitor and review monthly financial reports, income and expenses, and annual budgets of the Church, School, and Child Care Center. The Council advises the pastor on long-term and short-term financial planning, our Stewardship of Offering program, the Parish Fair, Endowment Fund, capital campaign and other fund-raising initiatives. Help the Pastor and staff prepare, review, and monitor parish, school, and child care center budgets, financial planning, Stewardship of Offering program, Parish Fair, Endowment Fund, and capital campaigns. Contact Dan Gardiner at [email protected] or (225) 408-4465.

Information Technology Committee (IT) Andy ThibodeauxThe IT Committee is a ministry that supports and advises the Pastor, Pastoral Council, and parish staff regarding our IT infrastructure needs to both improve effective communication with parishioners and insure we have AV capabilities for parish functions. The Committee is made up of industry professionals who are appointed by the Pastor. Contact Andy Thibodeaux at [email protected] or(225) 405-2351.

Lay Directors (formerly known as Trustees) Fr. Randy CuevasEvery Church parish in our Diocese of Baton Rouge is legally incorporated with a Board of Directors. The corporate board consists of three officers and two members-at-large. The president of every Church parish corporation is the Bishop. The vice-president of every Church parish corporation is the Vicar General of the Diocese of Baton Rouge, The Secretary-Treasurer of every Church parish corporation is the Pastor of the Church parish. Two parishioners, recommended by the Pastor, are appointed by the Bishop to serve renewable two-year terms as lay directors, or members-at-large, of the Church parish corporation. Diocesan policy authorizes the Pastor to transact the routine business of the parish, and as the only legal representative of the Church parish, to sign all contracts on behalf of the Church parish. The same policies require a corporate resolution signed by the Board of Directors authorizing extraordinary (major) financial and legal transactions, e.g. purchase or sale of real estate. In addition, the two Lay Directors of the Church parish review and sign the annual comprehensive financial report to the Diocese of Baton Rouge. Additional functions of the Lay Directors are the prerogative of the Pastor.


19

Master Plan Committee Fr. Randy CuevasThe physical plant of our Church, School, and Child Care Center is currently situated on 12 acres of real estate. Members of this committee devise, revise, and implement, on an on-going basis, the concrete strategies for accurately monitoring the constantly evolving “pulse” of our entire parish family-at-large, the trend of its growing (or declining) needs for facilities, and where to locate those facilities. This includes long-term planning and development. To express interest in lending expertise to assist, contact the Pastor at [email protected] or 225-343-6657, ext. 11.

St. Matthew’s Guild-Offertory Counting Matt ZyliczIf you are reliable and attentive to detail, we invite you to join one of the five teams of money counters who serve once every five weeks. A professional background or experience in accounting and/or comfort handling currency is a bonus. Contact Matt Zylicz at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

EducationChild Care Center (CCC) Parent Council Kim Blair

The Council serves in an advisory capacity to the CCC Director in matters involving various areas of importance. These areas include, but are not limited to, Administrative Support, Parental Involvement, Spirituality/Education, Facilities, Fundraising, and Communications. Council meetings are held monthly or more often if necessary. The Council is constituted by parents appointed by the CCC Director. Contact Kim Blair at [email protected] or (225) 343-1338.

SAS Advisory Committee Erin CandiloraA ministry that provides assistance to the school principal in the overall operations of St. Aloysius School. Members are appointed by the Principal, with the endorsement of the Pastor, and are advisory to the Principal. Contact: Erin Candilora, Principal at [email protected] or (225) 383-3871.

SAS Come, Lord Jesus Jennifer Usher or Lissa WestonParents are invited to express interest and the Principal appoints facilitators to work with a small group of eighth grade students on personal prayer and spirituality. Contact Jennifer Usher at [email protected] or (225) 802-0561 or Lissa Weston at [email protected] or (225) 279-1214.

School (SAS) Finance Committee Erin CandiloraMembers of the SAS Finance Committee are appointed by the Principal, with the endorsement of the Pastor, and are advisory to the Principal concerning the school budget, and other financial matters, as needed. Contact Erin Candilora at [email protected] or (225) 383-3871.

Spiritual Growth Adult Formation Advisory Committee Kathryn Lewis

The members of the Adult Formation Advisory Committee are appointed by the Pastor, and are tasked to assist him develop and implement thematic plans to address the ongoing adult faith formation needs of the parish, and in researching and recommending the best human resources and tools to implement those plans which include parish-wide annual Missions, Retreats, and other series focused on spirituality and biblical studies. They meet monthly with the parish Director of Adult Formation. Contact Kathryn Lewis at [email protected] or (225) 324-9545 or Mark Christian at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Engaged Sponsor Couples Annie and Chris Stogner or Erica and Kerry BadeauxCouples are appointed by the Pastor to assist in Marriage Preparation. Couples meet one-on-one with Engaged couples for several sessions and coordinate with the Parish Priests. Contact Annie and Chris Stogner at [email protected], or (225) 241-0069 or Erica and Kerry Badeaux at [email protected] or (225) 907-3944.

20


WorshipCantors Ken Thevenet

These specially trained singers animate the singing of the assembly for Masses and other liturgical celebrations. Responsibilities include chanting the responsorial psalm, teaching new music, singing solo parts, and occasionally making announcements. Their main role is to model for the assembly the ways that we actively participate in the liturgy. If you have experience as a cantor, or would like to discern service in this important ministry, contact Ken Thevenet at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Extra-Ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Rusty Daigle or Chris ChristensenSometimes called “Eucharistic Ministers” this lay ministry assists the priest and deacon (the “Ordinary Ministers”) in the distribution of Holy Communion during Mass. After initial training and a period of prayerful discernment, these ministers may serve one day a week for weekday Masses, and approximately every two to three weeks for Sunday Masses. Contact Rusty Daigle at [email protected] or (225) 413-6764 or Chris Christensen [email protected] or (225) 953-5503.

Funeral Coordinators Ken Thevenet or Connie PlancheSimilar to Mass Coordinators, Funeral Coordinators assist in the setup of the rituals and the coordination of liturgical ministers at parish funerals. After training and a time of discernment, you will be appointed to a team of ministers who are responsible on a rotating basis for serving funerals during the week and on Saturdays. Contact Ken Thevenet at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657, or Connie Planche at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.

Organist, Pianist and Instrumentalist Ken ThevenetIf you are a gifted musician, we would like for you to share your talent with our parish. St. Aloysius Church is blessed to have a 32 rank mechanical action, Casavant pipe organ. We also have several grand pianos and use piano accompaniment with many of our choirs. We incorporate a wide variety of musical instruments (woodwinds, strings, brass, guitar and percussion) in our liturgies. Please contact Ken Thevenet at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657 to discover ways that you may serve in the Music Ministry of St. Aloysius Parish.

Sunday Mass Coordinators Patrick Hebert or Erik ComeauxThese ministers assist in the coordination of Ushers, Servers, Eucharistic Ministers, Readers, as well as, the facilities at each Sunday Mass. Their responsibilities include: the setup for rites, organization of rituals and ministers, monitoring sound, lights, air conditioning, fire alarms, etc. during Sunday Mass. Special training and a process of discernment will be provided for each Mass Coordinator. A volunteer will serve approximately one Mass a month. Contact one of the co-chairs: Patrick Hebert at [email protected] or (225) 428-6480 or Erick Comeaux at [email protected] or (225) 753-0039 for more information.

Wedding Coordinators Ken ThevenetWedding Coordinators are appointed to assist couples and the presiding clergy in the celebration of parish weddings. They conduct rehearsals, set up for the wedding liturgy, organize the processions, and coordinate all liturgical ministers in a wedding. After special training and a process of discernment, you will be appointed to a team of ministers who serve seasonally on a rotating basis. Contact Ken Thevenet at [email protected] or (225) 343-6657.


21

Parish BenefactorsBolton Healthmart

2958 Perkins Rd.Baton Rouge, LA 70808

(225) 343-4869Steve Yellott, Tiffany Drouillette, Mina Raymond-Pharmacists

GagePhone Systems • Computer Networks

Cabling • Standby Generators(225) 753-4243

www.gagetelephone.com

Marino & Son Plumbing Inc.Over 90 Years of Servicing the Baton Rouge Diocese

2731 North Street343-3022 • 383-0451

www.marinoandson.com

St. James PlaceRetirement Community

333 Lee Drive(225) 215-4500

www.StJamesPlace.org

witness the mystery of god's mercy through stewardship to...

Documents