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“In your hands, carry the Cross of Christ. On your lips, the words of Life. In your hearts, the saving grace of the Lord.”
-St. Pope John Paul II
Knights of Columbus
About this Ministry
The Knights of Columbus is built around four basic principles: charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. The Knights provide financial and physical support to numerous organizations, assisting those in need, providing an insurance program to members, and displaying a profound love of country. In addition, the Knights fully support the mission of our parish, clergy, ministries, and the needs of our surrounding community.
What We Do
To this extent, the Knights of Columbus Council #6477 offer support and give aid to home programs, donate to the Samaritan House of St. John’s, Project Gabriel, Center of Family Love, Peru Mission, and the Prison Ministry. Additionally, the Knights provide a monthly pancake breakfast, serve at the Lenten Fish Fry, support the youth group, and display our "colors" at the town Fourth of July parade. The Knights serve the parish in whatever capacity they deem appropriate by providing funding and manpower as needed. This is truly a faith-based organization.
Time and Training
Time dedicated to this ministry is based on the amount of effort desired. Normally a fellow Knight can pick 1 program he wishes to join and expand if desired. A fully active Knight may spend 3 - 5 hours a month at most.
What does it mean to be a Knight?
¨ a life of faith in action
¨ a life of boldness in brotherhood
¨ a life worth living.
Join 2 million Catholic men on a mission.
Contact:
Contact George Majoue, Grand Knight
TimeOut
About this Ministry:
TimeOut is a program that offers a respite for caregivers and a special outing for Senior Citizens within the Edmond community. We offer a variety of planned activities, games, entertainment, snacks, and lunch as well as Daily Mass. Volunteers can provide a ride to TimeOut if needed.
TimeOut meets every Wednesday at 10 AM - 1 PM in the Great Hall at St. John's. View parish upcoming events for our meeting dates.
Interested in volunteering?
Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable with elderly people who may have physical and or mental disabilities. Willing to serve as a special friend in a family type environment. Willing to participate in activities as needed. May function as a driver of a church vehicle if desired and upon request. Work well with other volunteers in group environment. Flexible.
Contacts:
Tai Ji Quan
About this Ministry:
Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance™ is an evidence-based fall prevention program that aims to improve strength, balance, mobility and daily functioning, and prevent falls in older adults and individuals with balance disorders or walking difficulty. The program is able to accommodate people with a mild level of mobility difficulty (e.g., people who are occasional cane users).
Tai Ji Quan typically meets each Monday and Thursday evening from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM in the Church Gathering Space. View parish upcoming events for our meeting dates.
Contacts:
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Scouts
About Scouts:
The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
Interested in volunteering?
All that's needed is a desire to support the mission of the Boy and Cub Scouts. Specific talents and/or skills are not necessary for this ministry. It is helpful to have good interpersonal skills with adults and/or with youth, leadership skills, a knack for teaching/mentoring, and outdoor skills such as camping, cooking, hiking, climbing, etc.
Contacts for Boy Scouts:
Contact Eric Patton, Scoutmaster
Contact Matt Bond, Committee Chair
Bob Klabzuba, Chartered Organization Representative
Contact for Cub Scouts: