PURPOSE
This purpose of this ministry is to provide continuous support to those within the pastorate who experience the loss of a loved one. Members may serve as ministers of hospitality and at funeral liturgies. They continue to remain in contact with the bereaved through follow-up calls and cards.
Contact:
Bridget Schlebecker
Director of Evangelization
765-884-1818
[email protected]
Funeral Meal Ministry
This ministry provides a luncheon for bereaved family members and friends following a funeral liturgy. There are two facets of this ministry. Many members prepare delicious salads, entrees, side dishes and desserts after they receive notification of a funeral luncheon. There are also members who help with set-up preparations, serving the meal, and clean up. If you are interested in helping with this ministry, contact the representative from your parish.
Parish Contacts: |
St Charles | Jeanne Brummett | (765) 583-2833 | [email protected] |
St. Patrick | Bernice O'Neal | (765) 385-2461 | |
Sacred Heart | Maxine Wetli | (765) 585-3985 | |
Sacred Heart | Jean Ann Crouch | (765) 884-0949 | |
St. Mary | Gail Scherer | (765) 884-1167 | [email protected] |
St. John | Lynn Strasburger | (219) 474-6471 | [email protected] |
St. Joseph | Phyllis Haldeman | (219) 863-5819 | [email protected] |
Grief Ministry
This ministry provides support for all those grieving the death of a loved one and trying to cope with the loss. It is a support workshop consisting of five sessions which offer prayerful reflection, practical learning, and personal interaction. If you would like to have more information about joining this group.
Post Funeral Outreach
This ministry provides contact with the grieving family in the way of greeting cards, follow-up phone calls and visits for a year following the death of their loved one. If you are interested in helping with this ministry.
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