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 Community Life 

Sacristans:
Arrive early to carefully set up the sanctuary, arrange the liturgical books, the vestments, and other things (chalices, purificators, ciboria, etc.) necessary in the celebration of the Mass and clean up after Mass by putting away vessels, etc.
Contact:  Deacon Neil Baquet

Ushers & Greeters:
Arrive early to greet and seat attendees.  Manage the Collection baskets.  Assist with the flow of Communion.  Distribute the bulletins as attendees exit after mass.
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Lectors:
Share the readings and psalms with the congregation.
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Extraordinary Ministers:
Aid in the distribution of the host & wine durign Communion.
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Altar Servers:
Support the priest at the altar by fetching and carrying, ringing the altart bell, among other things.
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Cantors:
Lead the congregation in song.
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Catholic Council of Women (CCW) The National Council of Catholic Women (NCCW) acts through its affiliated organizations to support, empower, and educate all Catholic women in spirituality, leadership, and service.  CCW programs respond with Gospel values to the needs of the Church and society in the modern world. In our affiliation we offer many opportunities: to develop spirituality, learn more about current issues, share with women of like values, care for those in need through community outreach, advocate on vital legislation, and encourage women to attend dynamic workshops and conventions. On a local level, the CCW is involved in receptions, retreats, funeral dinners and various other activities around the church.  Contact: Shelly Johns

Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA) The Catholic  Daughters of the Americas is one of the oldest and largest organizations of Catholic women in the Americas. The CDA was founded in Utica, New York in 1903 by John E. Carberry and several other Knights of Columbus as a charitable, benevolent and patriotic sorority for Catholic ladies. Catholic Daughter women enjoy each other's company at meetings and work hard for their parishes and communities. Contact Denise Rathman (308) 336-3230 or Sandi Mudloff (308) 750-6439.

Knights of Columbus  The Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic organization for men whose purpose is to work with the church and the community. The local council sponsors several fundraisers throughout the year and contributes to the parish by way of time, talent and treasure. Contact Travis Sydzyik  tsydzyik@live.com

Sts. Peter and Paul Quilters  The Quilter’s group is made up of interested women who wish to quilt on certain afternoons who do hand quilting for anyone who has a quilt they want quilted. For those interested in learning to quilt to advance quilters are encouraged to join us. On occasion, they also have quilts available to view and purchase. Feel free to stop by the quilting room in the Parish Life Center. Contact Pat Kuchta  (308) 754-7863 or Marilyn Smalljohn (308) 754-5534.

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Howard/Greeley County Food Pantry  The Howard/Greeley Food Pantry provides emergency food for those in need. It serves the people of Howard and Greeley counties in Central Nebraska. If you are in need of food, want to volunteer or want to make a donation (food or financially), the pantry is open on Tuesdays from 4pm – 6pm and Saturdays from 9am – 11am. Or you can contact Sandi Mudloff at (308) 750-6439. The food pantry also hands out 175 produce boxes on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 11:30 until gone, which is usually 12:30. This give away will continue until the end of 2023.
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Stewardship/Events Committee  The Stewardship/Events committee and our parishioners love to have a good time – getting together with the larger community to enjoy each other’s company and to celebrate our achievements and successes. Our Event Planning Committee makes these get-togethers possible, planning such events like our annual Glo Golf, Holy Smoke Off, Fish Frys and Fall Festival (in conjunction with other committees). Committee members help coordinate all aspects of these events. If you have a passion for putting on an amazing event, are good at coordinating details and thinking ahead, or simply love to roll up your sleeves and help with whatever needs to be done, we would love to have another member with just as much energy and enthusiasm as we do join us.  

  • Time Commitment:  1-2 events per year, as your schedule allows.
  • Responsibilities:  Varies depending on the event, but generally includes helping with coordination, execution, and planning of church events.
  • Training:  No training required.  Contact: Chad Bauder - activities@howardcountycatholics.com        

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    HOWARD COUNTY CATHOLICS
    713 Elm St. | St. Paul, NE 68873 | PH: (308) 754-4002