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Children’s Liturgy of the Word: 
All children ages 3 through 1st grade are invited to participate during the Liturgy of the Word at 8:30 am Sunday Mass. 
Jody McKernan  724-664-7676
 
First Friday Adoration:
Through the time we spend with the Holy Eucharist, we come to a deeper and more intimate knowledge of Jesus Christ and of ourselves.  Take time to spend adoring the Lord in the Most Blessed Sacrament, and your life will be forever changed! Adorers needed to cover the hours 9 am—6 pm, as the Blessed Sacrament, once exposed, cannot be left alone.  Benediction is held at 6 pm. 
Bill Cogley  724-602-1096

Recitation of the Rosary: 
Pray the recitation of the Rosary 30-minutes before Mass.
Ernie Bragiel 724-295-0113
Mary Williams 724-422-3495
 
Prayer Chain: 
Pray for others and connect on a prayer network. 
Bernie Dudeck  724-295-4572

 

Altar Servers:
Serve God and the parish community during Mass. This ministry is open to boys and girls who have received their first Holy Communion and are in the third grade or older. 
Bill Girardi 412-719-7085
 
Extraordinary Ministers of the
Eucharist:
Assist the celebrant in distributing the Body of Christ and the Precious Blood to the congregation at Mass.  
Bill Girardi 412-719-7085
 
Greeters:
Greet and welcome parishioners before Mass.
Arlene Miller 724-882-4259
 
Lectors:
Proclaim the Sacred Scriptures during the Liturgy of the Word.  
Bill Girardi 412-719-7085
 
Music Ministers:
Provide music and songs during Mass.  This includes cantors, organists, instrumentalists, and the choir. 
Jeff Polana  724-596-0503

Sacristans:
Care for the altar linens, cloths, vestments, and other liturgical items used in the church and keep the sacristy in order.
Jeff Polana  724-596-0503
 
Ushers:
Supports a welcoming environment, takes up the collection, counts attendance and finds seats for those arriving.  
Gary Miller 724-882-4217


 

Ministry Workshops:
Once a year ministry members gather to be equipped and inspired to lead others in serving as the Body of Christ.
Beth Macurdy 724-295-9411
 
StrengthFinders:
You are uniquely created by God and endowed with gifts that are yours alone. Discover your innate talents and start using them for service, praise, and growth. Living Your Strengths Catholic Edition guides you on the path to spiritual enrichment. Includes access to the CliftonStrengths assessment.
Beth Macurdy 724-295-9411
 
Finance Council:
A group that meets to address the temporal needs and financial planning of parish life.  John Mazurowski 724-294-3033
 
Leadership Team:
The Leadership Team, which meets twice a month, focuses on growing the parish not only in numbers, but also as disciples, engaging the parish, strategic planning, and ministries.  
Beth Macurdy 724-295-9411
 
Pastoral Council:
An advisory team to assist in the planning and development of parish living. 
Bridget Fogarty 724-448-9645
 



Christian Mothers:
Promotes and supports spiritual growth for women and their children and provide women a means to grow through service. 
Diane Grant 724-295-2595
 
FORGED (Men’s Group) :
Strives to re-energize and equip Catholic men by providing enriching, meaningful faith formation and fellowship. Inspires men to fulfill their vocations as friends, mentors, husbands, and fathers. 
Tim Fogarty 724-294-0086
 
Teen Ministry:
All high school-aged teens are welcome for teen spiritual and social activities, bible study and to participate in diocesan and national youth conventions and retreats.
Laura Huth 724-295-3259     
 
Theology on Tap:
These young adults meet at a local restaurant/bar once a month to explore the Catholic faith with their peers.  All 20—40 somethings are welcome!
Chris White 412-527-9154
 
The Belles of St. Mary:
An informal gathering of women meets at a local restaurant after Tuesday morning Mass and Rosary for breakfast and fellowship.  All women are welcome!
Judy Bergstrom 724-316-5352
 
The God Squad:
An informal gathering of men meets at a local restaurant after Tuesday morning Mass and Rosary for breakfast and fellowship.  All men are welcome!
John Nemcek 724-294-9486


 
Baptism Preparation:
Helps parents understand the importance of the Sacrament of Baptism and their obligation as parents. 
Melissa Kristine 724-230-4450
 
Bible Study:
Offered twice a year for 6—10 weeks on Monday morning or Thursday evening.  Join for a deeper understanding of the Bible and how it relates to your life. 
Melissa Kristine 724-230-4450
 
Marriage Formation:
Sponsor couples assist engaged couples through reflecting with them on church teachings and practical skills for a healthy Christian marriage. 
Bill Girardi 412-719-7085
 
Religious Education:
Provides religious education for Pre-K thru Grade 8 from September thru April on Sunday mornings. 
Helen James 724-272-1171

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA):
Provides support for adults seeking sacramental initiation into the Catholic Church.   Mary Williams  724-422-3495

Vacation Bible Camp (VBC):
Offers young children an opportunity to grow in faith while having fun, one week during the summer. 
Laura Huth  724-295-3259
 
Vocations:
Promotes more vocations to the priesthood, religious life, and sacramental marriage.  Melissa Kristine  724-230-4450
 
 
 
  
Liturgical Environment:
Help keep our sanctuary beautiful for worship.    Seasonal decorating of the church: Advent, Christmas, etc.  Strong bodied persons, as well as those with an eye for decoration are needed. 
Jeff Polana 724-596-0503
 
Money Counter:
Count money collected at masses.
 Andre Volek 724-295-3835  John Nemcek 724-294-9486
 
Office Volunteer:
Work in our Administrative Office when needed to answer the phone, answer the door, prepare bulk mailings. 
Claudia Vertosick 724-295-2281
 
Parish Communications:
Produces and distributes parish newsworthy items and updates using various media formats. 
Beth Macurdy 724-295-9411
 
Skilled Worker:
Made up of plumbers, carpenters, electricians, or self-proclaimed handymen/women who are willing to help care for the church and related buildings when the need arises.  
Andre Volek  724-295-3835   


 

 Bereavement:
Provides support for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
Lois and Dave Posney 724-456-5472
 
Caring Tree:
Reaches out to the homebound, parishioners in nursing homes, and those who are sick with phone calls and greeting cards.
Brenda DeMeno 724-859-8054
 
Food Bank:
Assists Freeport Food Bank with distribution and collection of food for the needy in our area.
Andre Volek 724-295-3835
 
Freeport Celebrates a Small Town Christmas:
St Mary Parish hosts an event during Freeport’s Christmas celebration on the first Saturday of December.  We need happy, out-going people to help during whatever event the parish is doing that day.
 
Grief Recovery Method
Are you suffering from a broken heart? Is it due to a death, divorce, or another major loss? If so, you might feel sad, distracted, or confused. You are not alone. This 8-meeting program will help you attain the tools that you need to process all your grief-related emotions. 
Lois and Dave Posney 724-456-5472


Helping Hands:
Offers temporary help to those experiencing difficult times or life-changing events.
Gina Jones  724-448-9251
 
Homebound Ministry:
Visits and brings Communion to our homebound and parishioners in nursing homes.
Betty Lou and John Nemcek 724-294-9486   

Meals on Wheels:
Helps coordinate delivery routes, prepares meals or makes morning deliveries to those in the local community.
Pat Westerman 724-448-4662
 
Mercy Meals:
Provides and serves funeral meals for parish families who have lost a family member.  These funeral luncheons are needed at various times on relatively short notice.
Karen Savage 412-225-9525 
Patty Hughes 724-816-0915
 
Recording Ministry:
Livestreams the 8:30 am Mass.
Jeff Polana  724-596-0503
 
Resurrection Choir (Funerals):
Provides music at parish funerals.  No musical experience needed.  No rehearsals required.
Marushka Steele 412-576-4617
 
September by the River:
St Mary Parish hosts a booth at September by the River, a great annual community event in Riverside Park.  We need happy, out-going people to take a two-hour shift to welcome those who stop by.
 
St. Vincent de Paul:
Members meet monthly to help those who are temporarily having a difficult time.  Also, some members assist in operating the St. Vincent de Paul store located in Apollo.   
Brenda DeMeno 724-859-8054
 
Thanksgiving Dinner:
Serves and delivers meals to those in the community on Thanksgiving Day.