Outreach
Through a variety of groups and ministries we have an extensive outreach
program at Christ the King. If you are interested in getting involved or
know of someone in need of assistance please call the office so we may place
you in contact with the appropriate group.
Parish Nurse Ministry
The Parish Nurses are registered nurses who volunteer as health promoters
focusing on the care of the whole person. Through education, health counseling,
resource referral, advocacy and other means, parish nurses empower parishioners
to be active participants in their own health and wellness. The parish nurses
facilitate the following programs and are also available for one on one
meetings.
Visitations:
Visiting those members of the community who are at home,
the hospital or nursing home and can't get out on their own. Volunteers
are always welcome
for this ministry.
Advanced Directives:
RN's available to answer questions and help create
Advanced Directives and deposit them in the Choices Bank.
Elizabeth Ministry:
Friendship support for expectant and new parents.
Nurses and moms also provide medical and practical help and support.
Martha Ministry:
Volunteers are needed to sew, quilt, crochet, and
knit items for those in need. Everyone is invited to join the fun and
fellowship even if you don't know a needle from a ball of yarn.
Volunteer Opportunities
RCIA:
Active parishioners participate weekly with persons preparing to become
Catholic Christians. Serve as a team member, sponsor, or catechist.
Companion Couples:
Married couples become companions to engaged couples.
Training is provided.
Confirmation Mentor:
Adult Catholic walks with a high school or university
student candidate during the preparation for the Sacrament of
Confirmation.
First Communion Interviewer:
A person who represents the community
in affirming a young child's (and their parents') decision for First
Communion.
Wedding Coordinator:
Assists the couple with the rehearsal and wedding in
accordance with the guidelines followed at Christ the King. A stipend
is paid for this ministry.
Community Outreach
Giving Tree Project:
Be part of the team which coordinates this Advent project.
People are needed to create tags, sort gifts, and distribute gifts before Christmas.
Central Street House:
The Central Street House provides assisted living
for several members of our parish. We are in need of people to assist
with occasional meals, recreation with residents and general maintenance
of the house.
Drivers:
Drivers are available to provide transportation to those
who can't drive themselves. Shuttles to Liturgy as well as other parish
functions can be arranged.
Communion to the Homebound:
Provide communion to members of our parish
who are unable to come to Mass. Training is available for this ministry
from the pastoral staff.
Meals for Families:
Meals can be arranged to be brought to any family
in crisis or at the time of birth of a baby. These can be coordinated
through the parish office further easing the burden on the family.
Service Group
The people behind the Service Group include men, women and university students.
The service group handles coffee hours, pancake breakfasts, and special
receptions (funeral luncheons, Confirmation receptions, RCIA receptions,
etc.), by providing baked goods and salads for these receptions, and help
with set-up, serving and clean-up. The service group also coordinates the
Spring Rummage Sale, Christmas Craft Fair and parish picnics. All of
these events serve to bring us all together as a household of faith.
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