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ADULT ALTAR SERVERSPurpose: To assist the priest at daily and funeral Masses. Membership: To any man or woman wishing to be of service. Meetings: Training will be held as needed. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Engaging, ten week course on Christianity for first time searchers or anyone wanting to know more about the Christian faith. Through music, humor, short videos, and small group discussions, participants explore key questions such as Who is Jesus, How does God guide us, What does the Holy Spirit do, and How can I make the most of the rest of my life? Membership: Any adult 21 years of age or older is welcome and an Alpha Teen program is offered for high school students. Meetings: Weekly session including a light meal - continental breakfast in the morning or a shared supper in the evenings - and lasts for 2 ½ hours. The Alpha season at St. John Neumann runs from September to November each Fall and February to May each spring with sessions taking place in the SJN Social Hall. Brochures, which include a registration form, are available on the bulletin board across from the SJN office. For more information, contact Marcia Melbert @ 569-4297, Pat Bauer @293-8810 or Barbara Goss @ 569-6331. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To assist the Priest at Mass on Sundays, Holy Days and special occasions such as weddings, funerals, Stations of the Cross, Confirmation, etc. Membership: Boys and girls in grades 5 through 12. Meetings: Annual refresher for current servers is held the week after Easter; annual training for new servers is held for four (4) weeks starting two (2) weeks after Easter. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: The holiday bazaar is usually held the first Friday and Saturday in November. The workshops provide a social gathering for women who enjoy making handcrafted items for sale at the bazaar. Men make items at home for painting and decorating at the workshops. Additionally, both men and women of the parish are encouraged to contribute their handiwork for sale or raffle at the bazaar. The bazaar is the parish's only fundraiser, proceeds from which go into the general fund for use at the pastor's discretion. Membership: All members of Saint John Neumann Meetings: Tuesday 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: All building and grounds are maintained with a part time groundskeeper, and parish volunteers. General work on the property includes, shrubbery trimming, weeding, raking and planting as well as painting and small repair work on the building. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: A Mass celebrating marriage with renewal of wedding vows held once each year usually in February on a Friday near Valentine Day beginning at 7:00 PM. Refreshments follow in the Social Hall. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To lead prayer by means of song and provide leadership and support for the congregation in the singing of hymn, psalms, and acclamations at Mass. Emphasis is on leading congregational singing rather than solo performance. Meetings: As needed, usually every six weeks. …back to Parish Organizations List Lancaster Catholic High School, located at 650 Juliette Avenue, draws students from across Lancaster County. Co-educational, with a Liberal Arts focus, it is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and Pennsylvania State Department of Education. The faculty, though predominantly lay teachers, comprises both lay and religious. Strong music, art and sports programs enhance a varied curriculum which includes career and college prep courses. Extracurricular activities and clubs address various interests - Chessnuts, Drama, Forensics, National Honor Society, Respect Life Club, Ski Club, Youth LARK, to name but a few. The Parent / Teacher Organization, Music and Athletic Associations allow for active involvement by parents and students alike. Tuition costs are calculated on a Fair Share basis in order to meet the educational costs per student. Financial Aid is available in limited amounts through parish support and scholarships. For additional information call the school at 393-0454 …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Worship, prayer and exercise the Gifts of the Holy Spirit Membership: Open to all Meetings: Tuesday at 7:30 P.M. …back to Parish Organizations List CHILDREN'S LITURGY OF THE WORD Children's Liturgy of the Word is part of the Eucharistic Liturgy which follows the norms established by the Directory for Masses with Children (1973). During the proclaiming of Sacred Scripture and homily, (Liturgy of the Word), five to twelve year old children, who wish to participate, are led to a place where they receive the Word of God. We are a large parish, with many families in need of a weekly Children's Liturgy of the Word. Saturday night / Sunday Mass is the most important form of religious instruction/catechesis for all of us, as well as our praise and worship to God. In the Mass, through Word and Sacrament, we are taught and challenged by the Paschal Mystery - Christ's Passion, Death and Resurrection - made present. Our children at Mass learn to love every baptized member present, including our babies, disabled and elderly, -- so that their Catholic faith does not lose its purpose, meaning or soul. Let us help our young children develop a love for Mass, a love for the Eucharist and Sacred Scripture, as well as a love for all God's people. All are welcome to come and all are asked to participate. You do not need to have a five to twelve year old child. Though there are no specific age requirements, volunteers should have a strong love for children, the ability not just to read, but proclaim the Word of God, and the necessary training. This is not babysitting, but a full and true participation into the Source and Summit of our faith - the Eucharistic Liturgy, the Mass. …back to Parish Organizations List ADULT CHOIR Purpose: To embellish the beauty of the liturgy through music and lead the congregation in singing for all special occasions, and at Mass most Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Meetings: Rehearsals are held in the church every Thursday
at 8:00 p.m., September through May. SAINT JOHN NEUMANN ENSEMBLE Purpose: A music group made up of a variety of instruments and singers of different ages. We draw from traditional as well as contemporary music but tend to have an overall contemporary feel. Our central mission is to help the assembly to participate fully in the liturgy through music that matches the dignity of the Mass and expresses the emotion of it. We spend time in prayer and fellowship. Membership: Open to all. Meetings: Rehearsals are Thursday, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Lead the singing the 2nd and 4th Sunday at the 5:30 p.m. Mass. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: A contemporary ensemble that provides music for
parish liturgical celebrations. Meetings: Rehearsals are on Monday, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. YOUTH CHOIR Purpose: Sing during children liturgies and other special masses and events TO ENHANCE THE LITURGY. Membership: Students in grades three (3) to eight (8). Meetings: Thursday evenings 6:45 P.M. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To count the weekly collection each Sunday. Record
and deposit the collections in the bank. Meetings: Every Sunday morning. …back to Parish Organizations List CRUSADER YOUTH ACTIVITY ASSOCIATION Purpose: To provide athletics for the children of Saint Anne and Saint John Neumann Parishes and Saint Anne School - fall and spring soccer and CYO basketball. Membership: Any student in good standing in Religious Education or Saint Anne School. Meeting: Second Tuesday of the month at 8:00 P.M. in room 14 at Saint Anne School. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To provide a week-end review of the basics of our Catholic faith to renew one's faith and relationship with Jesus Christ. Membership: Must be sponsored by a parish member who has made a Cursillo. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To get better acquainted with fellow parishioners, in small groups, while sharing a meal in each other's homes. Membership: All adults are welcome! Meetings: Second Saturday of each month (September - May) …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To plan events, attend functions and church services that lead Saint John Neumann members to a deeper understanding and appreciation for other faiths. This includes membership in Lancaster County Council of Churches, Church Women United, and Manheim Township Ministerium. The parish participates in the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in January. We sponsor occasional weekend retreats, dialogue, prayer services, and socials in keeping with our Covenant with Saint Peter's Lutheran Church as well as our continuing dialog with Neffsville Mennonite Church. The Ecumenical Committee attends and encourages others to attend church and prayer services at neighboring churches. Membership: All interested parishioners. Meetings: Two (2) yearly. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To seek to bring the person of Jesus Christ and His message to bear on the lives of those in need.
Membership: All parishioners Meetings: First Tuesday of every month at 7:00 P.M. …back to Parish Organizations List EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION Purpose: To assist in the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ at Sunday, Weekday, and Holy Day liturgies. Membership: Appointed by the pastor …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To plan and review all financial matters of the parish. Budgets are projected for the operation of the church, (including diocesan and school assessments) and parish religious education programs. Each spring the budget is prepared and approved, and income goals for parish support are established. The committee meets to compare actual results to the budget and to discuss financial planning for the parish. Annual reports and budgets are submitted to the parish and Diocese. A weekly report of parish collection appears in the Sunday bulletin. The annual report is also published. Membership: Appointed by the pastor. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To help at the time of a death by providing a lunch in the Social Hall for the family and out-of-town friends. …back to Parish Organizations List To plan and inform the parishioners of the need for Christmas gift items for needy children and adults. Tags are hung on Christmas trees in the narthex and parishioners are encouraged to take a tag from the tree, purchase the item, wrap it, and return it to the sanctuary on the SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To attend funerals and send Mass cards to the bereaved. Mass cards are supplied by Saint John Neumann. Membership: Members of Saint John Neumann. Meetings: First Tuesday at 1:00 P.M. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Keep the kitchen neat and tidy on a weekly basis throughout the year. Be responsible for equipment and furnishings in order to have a functional kitchen to be utilized by all parish groups. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Assist our parish residents Membership: All parishioners Meetings: Individuals volunteer during any of the following times: Mon. - Wed. - Thurs. - Fri. from 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Lectors - To proclaim the first and second readings at the Saturday evening and Sunday liturgies and other special occasions. Intercessors - To lead the congregation in prayer responses during liturgies. Membership: Appointed by Pastor …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: The purpose of the drive is to financially support the many agencies and facilities of the Diocese and to meet the Diocesan Assessment for each parish. Several volunteers are needed to solicit families who wish to be visited. …back to Parish Organizations List Membership: Chairpersons of liturgical ministries under the direction of the pastor. Meetings: Meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30 P.M. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To warmly welcome new parishioners into our parish and to give them helpful information concerning the parish directory, Saint Anne and Lancaster Catholic High School, the Stewardship program and various committees of the parish. It also provides them with an opportunity to volunteer and further get acquainted with Saint John Neumann. Membership: Members of Saint John Neumann …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Provide child care to 9 months to 3 year olds during Sunday Liturgies so that parents of toddlers may fully participate in the Liturgy. Membership: Teens, parents, Grandparents - any interested adult! Meetings: Nursery open during 9:00 A.M. and 11:00 A.M. Masses …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Shared ministry that plans and coordinates the overall policy of the parish in order to carry out the mission of Jesus in the Church. It is a consultative body of leaders within the boundaries of the doctrine, the liturgy and the laws of the Church. Membership: Pastor, pastoral staff (non-voting) and fourteen (14) elected representatives of the people of the parish for a four (4) year term. Elections are held every other year. Meeting: Third Wednesday of the month beginning at 7:00 P.M. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Photograph parish events for parish scrapbook, publicity releases and other purposes (baptisms, newcomers, etc.) May use church camera or your own Membership: Any parishioner who knows how to use a camera. Meetings: None …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To address the health and wellness needs of our parishioners from a mind, body, spirit perspective. To integrate our Catholic Faith with our health. The Parish Nurse's role includes hospital, home and skilled care facility visits, personal health counselor, health educator, health advocate, resource and referral agent and coordinator of volunteers. Listed below are some of our areas of support and community outreach. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Solicit and write news articles about parish events and people. Send the articles to the local newspapers and the Catholic Witness. Currently coordinated by the parish secretary. Membership: All parishioners Meetings: None …back to Parish Organizations List RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - PRE-KINDERGARTEN THROUGH SIXTH GRADE Parents are the primary educators for their children's faith. Our classes, sacramental preparation and community-building fellowships and parent sessions are designed to aid parents in that awesome responsibility. Our Goals Are:
Our pre-kindergarten and kindergarten classes are open to all four and five year olds of the parish who are four years of age by September 1, of the current or upcoming school year. The classes are 8:45 and 10:15 on Sunday mornings, designed so that families attend Mass together, with class following. The current curriculum we use for our four year olds is the I Am Special series by Our Sunday Visitor. We are also using the Christ Jesus, The Way series for our five year olds. Class for grades 1-6 also are offered Sunday mornings at 8:45 and 10:15, but also on Sundays at 6:45 P.M. (grades 5 & 6), Mondays at 4:30 and 6:30, and in the summer during the last week of July/first week of August known as our two-week Summer Session. Preparation for reception of First Holy Communion here in the diocese of Harrisburg begins in 1st grade and culminates with our 2nd grade candidates receiving our Lord. This is a two-year process including parent meetings, retreats, and the reception of First Penance. In 3rd grade, students are catechized on the Church's identity, the four marks of the Church and a deeper understanding of prayer, service, faith and God's Trinitarian nature. 4th grade students are immersed into a catechesis of morality through study of the beatitudes and commandments. 5th grade students are confronted with a deeper understanding of the person of Christ, the Church and the 7 Sacraments. 6th grade is a biblical catechesis on morality, salvation history and Christ as the fulfillments of all prophesy. Currently we are using the "This is Our Faith" series for grades 1-6, which will be up for review after the 2005-2006 year. All of our curriculums implement the catechetical norms and regulations of the Diocese of Harrisburg. Our young brothers and sisters in each grade are blessed to have a process rooted in the four pillars of Catholic faith: The Creed, Sacraments, Life in Christ and Prayer. This catechesis is made possible first by the hard work of parents, and then the dedication of many volunteers who offer to our parish their faith, time and talents. Parent participation is welcomed and encouraged in many different ways. Please contact the Director of Religious Education to find out how you can help bring Christ and His Church to the lives of children. …back to Parish Organizations List SPECIAL EDUCATION …back to Parish Organizations List RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS Purpose: The RCIA is a restoration of the ancient practice of initiation into the Catholic Church: a process of discerning and ritualizing stages of conversion, leading to sacramental initiation through the sacraments of baptism, confirmation and Eucharist celebrated at the Easter Vigil, thus empowering men and women for lives of service, charity and justice as witnesses to the reign of God. It is the parish community, through its witness, worship, service and catechesis that offers the invitation into the Church. Active and non-active Catholics are also encouraged and invited to participate in the catechesis and on-going conversion experience. Membership: Anyone inquiring or seeking full communion of the Catholic Church; any Catholic wishing to grow in faith, knowledge, prayer and ministry; any Catholic wishing to serve as sponsor/companion to inquirers. Meetings: Catechesis: Wednesday 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. or Sunday 10:15 to 11:30 A.M. (September through November; February through Pentecost), Sunday Dismissal at the designated Mass. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Wash and iron purificators and altar linens. Wash and refill holy water fonts. Membership: Members of Saint John Neumann …back to Parish Organizations List SAINT ANNE - SAINT JOHN NEUMANN SENIORS Purpose: To provide companionship and fellowship, to share
interests and experiences, and to renew old friendships and make
new friends. Meetings: Fourth Tuesday at 1:00 P.M. …back to Parish Organizations List SAINT ANNE HOME SCHOOL ASSOCIATION Purpose: To help parents, teachers and members of Saint John Neumann and Saint Anne parishes acquire a profound appreciation of the ideals of Catholic Education which includes spiritual, mental, physical, cultural, scientific and social education. To promote a clear understanding of the mutual educational responsibilities of parents and teachers. To conduct fund-raising activities to meet the special needs of the school administrator. Meetings: Three general meetings per year (To be announced at the beginning of the school year). …back to Parish Organizations List All parish youngsters are eligible for enrollment in Saint Anne School (Pre K- 8th). Saint Anne School uses the Fair Share arrangement in lieu of a fixed tuition. Stafffed by qualified lay teachers, the school is fully accredited by the State of Pennsylvania. Modern classrooms equipped with the latest in audio-visual aids, a computer lab, certified and experienced teachers of library, music, physical education, and art all add to the quality of the instruction. The school has an active School Board and Home and School Association. Priests from Saint John Neumann Parish periodically instruct the children in religion. Intermediate Unit 13 provides the school with staff members who provide remedial math and reading. Intermediate Unit 13 also provides guidance counselors to assist the children, teachers, and parents. Food and Merchandise Certificates are available for purchase after masses, at the church office or by calling Lore Rigano at 569-7796. Certificates benefit the parish school, youth organization and CCD program. Further information about enrollment, tuition, dress code, discipline,
bus transportation, etc. may be found in the "School Handbook"
available at the principal's office, Duke and Liberty Streets. SAINT ANNE SCHOOL PRE-K A pre-k class of Saint Anne School is held at Saint John Neumann Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings 9:00 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. September to end of May following SAS calendar. In addition a class for three year olds is offered on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. We are an extension of Saint Anne School with a developmentally appropriate curriculum for children age three to five years of age. Our curriculum is thematic and seasonal with the creative arts being an integral part of the program. A religion program for three and four year olds is used and is incorporated into the various weekly themes. The class is open to children of any denomination. Children participate in a wide variety of activities such as puppet play, creative drama, playdough, water play, process and project art; learn many songs and finger plays. In addition there are self esteem building activities, music and movement, a lending library, as well as some cooking. Teachers for the 2004/2005 school year will be Cheryl Cicioni, B.S. Elementary Education, Cindy Sickler and Marieke James. For more information about preschool class contact Cheryl Cicioni at 569-5067 (home) or Saint Anne School 397-6711. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: An advisory board that allows parent and parishioner input into the policies of our parish school. Membership: Parishioners of Saint John Neumann and Saint Anne Meeting: Second Wednesday of the month - August to June at 7:00 P.M. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: Enable families to network with other new people and to build a smaller, closer-knit community within our Church. It is a place to make friends, find support, learn about parenting and have fun as a family and as a couple. It is also a place to be with other families who share similar Christian values and beliefs. Membership: All families. Meetings: Varies depending on program Purpose: To provide parishioners with an opportunity to meet regularly with 8 to 12 others, who are interested in reflecting and sharing about their life experiences, their life with God, and their life with others and supporting one another in this endeavor. Membership: All parishioners. Meetings: Varies, set by groups themselves. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To meet once a month to plan new activities, review ongoing ones, inform parishioners of social justice issues, and approve requests for monies dispensed through their budget. Meetings: Second Wednesday of t he month at 7:30 P.M. A COMMUNITY ACTIVITY SJN PARISH IS VERY ACTIVELY INVOLVED IN: FOOD BANK …back to Parish Organizations List To inform our parishioners and others in a pro-life newsletter like Lifespan, and the parish bulletin on respect life issues, and involve them in projects which, 1) support organizations, financially, that provide assistance and guidance in crisis pregnancies, and that help new mothers complete their education to employable levels, thus becoming self supporting, 2) involve them in the work of groups like Catholics Defending Life who promote activities like the March for Life, Face It America, Life Chain, and more, and 3) focus on the importance of prayer on ending abortion, euthanasia, and embryonic stem cell research. …back to Parish Organizations List SPECIAL MINISTERS TO SICK AND SHUT-INS Purpose: To visit the sick and bring the Eucharist to them at home or in the hospital. Membership: Appointed by the pastor. …back to Parish Organizations List Purpose: To facilitate the seating of the assembly, gather
the money offerings, assist parishioners in bringing bread and wine
to the altar, direct the movement of the assembly during Communion,
and distribute bulletins after Mass. Purpose: Mobilizes and serves as a reference clearing house matching volunteers to parish needs through Commitment of Talent Sunday Information. Plans a volunteer social and provides other ways of showing volunteer appreciation. …back to Parish Organizations List Youth Ministry is the response of our Christian community to the needs of our young people and the sharing of their unique gifts with the larger community. The philosophy of Saint John Neumann Youth Ministry affirms that our young people are not only the church of the future, but an integral part of the church NOW. Youth share the responsibility of planning and directing activities responding to their unique needs. A seasonal calendar is available. Parents and youth ministry volunteers are welcome. |
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