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Christian Mothers |
The purpose of
Christian Mothers is to foster the increased spirituality of all
mothers of the parish as well as that of their families, to offer
the gift of service for the facility of operation of both the school
and the churches, and to serve as a major source of financial
stability for the parish.
Christian Mothers meet on the second Monday of the Month at BVM
Catholic Center. |
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Ladies of Charity
Humility - Simplicity - Charity |
The Ladies of Charity
of the United States of America (LCUSA) is a federation of Catholic
women that continues, expands and improves the charitable and
spiritual works accomplished by the local associations of the Ladies
of Charity in the United States by:
Assuring that works of charity are carried on according to the
directives of our founder, Saint Vincent de Paul, and in the spirit
of Saint Louise de Marillac and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.
Forging a closely knit bond among LCUSA and all local
associations in the United States assures that there is unity of
purpose and approach in addressing the problems of poverty and
injustice, thus improving the quality of life of all people.
It fosters closer, more vital links, with the Association
of International Charities (AIC) so as to profit from the
experiences of Ladies of Charity world-wide and to be supportive of
sister associations in their efforts to respond to unmet needs.
The concern of the Ladies of Charity, therefore, goes beyond
strictly parochial matters and embraces the total community. As
circumstances direct and time permits, the Ladies engage in civic
activities, bringing the same witness of charity to these. They
cooperate with other community groups, especially in activities for
the relief of the poor and for the betterment of social conditions.
They strive to build a true community, based on common interest,
goals and activities, and held together with the bond of friendship
which mirrors the union of love to which the followers of Christ
should bear witness.
The Ladies of Charity meet on the second Wednesday of every month in
the Holy Redeemer School lunch room. |
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Special Activities Group |
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Activities group was established 39 years ago, on November 22, 1963.
This group's principal objective is to raise funds for any deserving
project in the church and school, and for aiding in any deserving
project when requested. Some of the accomplishments over the years
include the purchase of Bazaar vehicles for the past eleven years,
major kitchen equipment, a new school gym, and construction of the
new Catholic Center lobby just to name a few. |
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Social Club |
The Holy Redeemer
Social Club has three main objectives:
To bring together members of the parish to promote a spirit
of friendliness in the spirit of a Catholic community
To raise funds for the purpose of improving and maintaining
the facilities of both churches, schools and buildings
To provide social functions to further our goals toward the
brotherhood of all people in Christ.
Social Club sponsors an evening of Bingo every Saturday evening at
St. Agatha Church Hall. Early Birds begin at 7:00 p.m.
Meetings take place every second Tuesday of the month at St. Agatha
Church Hall. All are welcome! |
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Holy Name Society |
The purpose of the
Holy Name Society is to promote the social welfare of Christian men
by encouraging them in the profession of their faith and to assist
them in observing the practices of the Confraternity of the Most
Holy Name of Jesus, namely the frequent reception of the sacraments,
the honoring of the Most Holy Name by an active religious life and
the working against all things which offend the Most Holy Name.
The Holy Name Society meets on the second Sunday of every month at
the School lunchroom following the 8:00 a.m. Mass. |
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Knights of Columbus |
The goals of this
Catholic men's organization include rendering aid and assistance to
the sick, disabled, and needy members of the community at large,
promoting social and intellectual intercourse among its members and
their families, and promoting and conducting educational,
charitable, religious, and social welfare and public relief work.
The Knights of Columbus meet on the third Thursday of every month at
the St. Agatha Church Hall. |
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Legion of Mary |
The Legion of Mary is
a world-wide organization of Catholics, men and women, who offer
their services to their pastor to aid him in performing spiritual
works in the parish. This is done by placing themselves under the
banner of Mary so that with her help they may develop greater
holiness in their own lives as well as spread a deeper devotion to
her among others.
The Legion of Mary meets every Monday evening at 7:00 p.m. at St.
Agatha Church Hall.
Examples of Apostolic Work Undertaken:
Visiting the sick in hospitals, infirmaries, and their own
homes.
Inviting interested non-Catholics to information classes.
Giving instructions to prospective converts and also to
Catholic children in public schools.
Distributing Catholic literature.
Visiting families to see if children have been baptized.
Encouraging fallen-away Catholics to return to the practice
of their faith.
Visiting Catholic families to promote membership in the
Apostleship of Prayer and Enthronement of the Sacred Heart in the
home.
Spreading devotion to the family Rosary.
Helping converts in the practice of their faith |
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