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There are many different ministries at the Cathedral Parish in which you can become involved. Many different skills are needed in
many different organizations. Below you will find some brief information about the ministries of the Cathedral Parish. Please consider
sharing your time and talent in one of these worthy ministries.
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
ALTAR GUILD: Needs a few good hands to help with laundering and ironing as well as basic cleanup and setup of the altar. There
are special seasonal needs, like before Advent, before Christmas, before Lent, before Holy Week, before Pentecost, before August
28 (St. Augustine’s Day). Regular Church cleaning is done every Thursday after 7:00 am Mass. If interested contact Cerilina Crowder
at 824-9398 or celcrow@att.net
ALTAR SERVERS: Training available as needed. Children 10 years old to adults are welcome to become servers. They are
scheduled ahead of time. Contact Carol 824-1272 or at cgauronskas@gmail.com
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION: You not only assist with distribution of communion at Mass, but have
opportunities to take the Eucharist to the homebound and/or Hospital. A special training class is required. If you can receive the
sacraments and are in good standing with the Church, then you can distribute the sacrament of Holy Communion. Contact Ramona
940-1417 or at ramona.victoragruso@gmail.com
LECTORS (READERS): Important Ministry of proclaiming God's Word at Mass. For training and scheduling contact Ramona
940-1417 or at ramona.victoragruso@gmail.com
NURSERY: Watching and playing with infants to 4 1/2 year olds during the 9:00 am and 11:00 am Mass. We have a beautifully
stocked playroom with a television, videos and toys and parent beepers. Background screening and Protecting God’s Children
required. Two volunteers required per Mass. Call Colleen Cheshire 829-8063 or at ccheshire@bellsouth.net
MUSIC MINISTRY: The Cathedral Music Ministry welcomes the participation of all singers and instrumentalists who wish to share
their gifts with the parish community. Currently, we have the following opportunities for service: Three Primary Choral Ensembles: The
9:00 A.M. choir rehearses on Thursday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30.The 11:00 A.M. choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 7:00
to 8:30. The 6:00 P.M. choir rehearses on Sunday afternoon at 4:30 P.M. Cantor Ministry: Leads the assembly at liturgies when a choir
is not present. Instrumentalists: Brass, woodwinds, strings, percussion... All are encouraged to make a joyful noise! Please contact
Dr. Bernie Sans 824-2806. ext # 331or at cathedralmusic@gmail.com
THE VESTMENT GUILD: A new ministry, the Guild is a group of parishioners with experience and expertise in the fields of textile,
sewing and manufacturing of garments. The Guild will tend to designing and creating – “clothing the house of God” and its ministers
– with beautiful vesture, appropriate to the Cathedral Basilica. Conact Fr. Jeff at frjeffstaug@gmail.com
USHERS: Are there to offer adequate welcoming and assist people in being seated, so that we can take up the collection
expeditiously, so that our many guests can be assisted at Communion time, and so that bulletins and other loose handout material
can be given out expeditiously after Mass. Men and women are welcome. Your whole family can serve together. Contact Bill Lennon
824-6771 or at suzuki1@bellsouth.net
SPIRITUAL/FAITH/ FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
ADORATION: Prince of Peace Church Monday through Friday, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm.
Weekly - One hour long volunteer times are available. Put aside one hour per week for our Lord. Contact Susan Partel 829-5508 or
at susanpartel@yahoo.com
CATHEDRAL YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY: An exciting new ministry for young adults to get together with others to explore their faith.
This is a program to learn about your faith, get your uestions answered and help answer those proposed by others. Workshops,
classes, informational discussions and organized programs will be scheduled. Want to get involved – either to volunteer or join in?
Contact Sister Barbara at 904.699.5844 or email cekosh@aol.com.
CONNECTIONS MINISTRY: This ministry is to bring back to the Church those fallen Catholics who have for one reason or another left
the Church. This ministry will teach you as a Catholic how to evangelize. Contact Tom Kavanaugh at 904.540.2165 or email
tom@primereco.com
CROWN FINANCIAL MINISTRIES: A Biblical financial study (8 weeks) that teaches people how to be more financially and spiritually
free to do the work of the Lord. For more information, please call Vee Williams at 315-2492 or at veewill44@earthlink.net
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS / AUXILIARY: A Catholic men’s spiritual and fraternal organization, which is of invaluable assistance to the
parish and the apostolic works of the Diocese. First Florida Council #611 meets 1st Monday of each month at 7:00 pm. at the Bishop
Baker Center. 4th degree will meet on the 4th Monday at Corpus Christi Church. For membership information call Terry Auten 823-
8993 or at btauten@hotmail.com
LEGION OF MARY: Meets weekly for prayer, devotion and evangelization, performing social and outreach services. They meet
Tuesdays at 9:30 am at St. Benedict Rectory. Contact - Jan Stevens 904-377-2172 or at janniemax@aol.com Or Nancy Davis
904.692.4174 or davisd107@windstream.net
MEN’S GROUP: This ministry is “behind the scenes” at events at the Parish. They’re the ones you don’t see but are there to help
when needed. Meetings are held on Saturday mornings from 6:15-7:45 a.m. for breakfast, a presentation and discussion. Programs
run from September to December and January to Easter. A Bible study is held in the summer. Ages 18 and older. Contact Dennis
Kasten at 904.377.1100 or drk196100@yahoo.com.
PRAYER NETWORK: This is a powerful ministry in our Parish. People phone/email in requests for prayer and the list is circulated by
the Internet. Assist by praying for the people on the list. Call Daniel or Terry Jo Harford at 904.599.9455
APOSTOLATE
HOME BOUND: An extension of Eucharistic Ministry, but even if you are not a Eucharistic Minister, help can be given here with
organization (calling people to confirm visits or driving the priests) Follow up needs discovered during the visits. Please call the
rectory if you know someone who needs a visit. Background Checks required. Patricia Danahy 824-2806.
BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY: This is a ministry that is offered at a time of sadness in a family. We are here to offer initial help to a
family following the death of a loved one. This is done through a visit with the family and assistance in planning the funeral liturgy.
Members of this ministry may also be able to help as liturgical ministers (hospitality, lectors, extraordinary ministers of Holy
Communion, funeral choir) during the funeral services. Other areas for the bereavement ministry will be added based on the
resources and skills of those who offer themselves for this ministry. Contact Jack or Betty O’Brien at 904.458.8003 or email
bjobrien22@yahoo.com.
HOSPITAL: Visitation is usually done by a Eucharistic Minister, but we can always use people to drive, follow-up and schedule.
Background screening required. Bill and Gail Mullen – 904.471.8249 or email gabimullen@aol.com
NURSING HOMES: As with hospitals, these are primarily Eucharistic Ministers. But we can always use more to help with setup of
Mass and visiting/assisting the men and women in the various nursing homes. Contact Pat Poticny at 904.652-5376 or email
plpoticny@gmail.com
TEACHING/CATECHESIS
CFP -- CHRISTIAN FORMATION PROGRAM: This is our catechism program for our K-12 kids. Volunteer teachers work step-by-step
to prepare youth. You can be a teacher’s aide, help supervise recreations, etc. D.R.E. 824-2806. Protecting God’s Children and
Background Check Required. Contact Barbara Eretto, DRE at 904.824.2806, extension 335 or email cathedralcfp@gmail.com
RCIA: Be a sponsor for a catechumen preparing for baptism or for a baptized candidate for full communion with the Catholic Church.
No Theology degree needed. Contact Dan Taylor 826-1070.
YOUTH, HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL: The Cathedral Parish Youth Ministry has a variety of opportunities for young adults in
middle school and high school to grow in the Faith. There are retreats, monthly meetings for prayer and study, and opportunities for
charitable works. The easiest way to get involved is to participate in the weekly meetings called “NightLife”. Middle school NightLife
meets two Fridays a month and high school meets every Sunday. NightLife always starts at 7pm and both groups meet at the Bosco
House located at 10B Sebastian Ave. Contact Ryan Poticny, Youth Minister at 824.2806 ext. 306 or cathedralyouthgroup@gmail.com
COUNCILS
FINANCE COUNCIL: Committee that advises the Pastor regarding financial concerns. Chairman: Alexander Christine 829-0523
PARISH COUNCIL: Meets monthly to advise Father Tom and offer feedback on suggestions from parishioners. President: Al Poticny,
904.652.4906, afpotic6@gmail.com.
COMMITEES
RESPECT LIFE COMMITTEE: Studies and prays for our Parish, then keeps our Parish and community informed about our Catholic
Church’s unique and oftentimes challenging read of our Lord’s Gospel of Life. They meet the first Tuesday of the month at 6 pm in
the Bracken Room. Contact May Oliver at 904.674.4412 or email mayoliv3@aol.com
SOCIAL JUSTICE: This ministry helps parishioners know the Church’s social teaching and promote justice and peace in our
community and in our country. Contact Judy Sharpe at 904.501.2632 or email jsharpe1@comcast.net
STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE: Works directly with the Pastor to assist parishioners in the transition from “a giving to the Church”
mentality to Stewardship as a way of life mentality. Contact Al Poticny 904.652.4906, afpotic6@gmail.com
VOLUNTEERS
BELL TOWER GIFT SHOP: Volunteers currently work four hours (mornings or afternoon) once per week. The shop is open 7 days a
week, whenever there are no Masses. Sales experience is not necessary and you will always have a paid staff with you. Parking and
store discounts are provided. Teri Kretzschmar or Rose Alberding at 904.829.0620 or email cathedralbelltower@gmail.com
BULLETIN STUFFERS: Help the Parish by stuffing inserts on Friday mornings at the rectory. Call Joan Tringali 471-2383
CANDLE ANGELS: Help each week with changing out the candles. Call Mary Casto: 540-4337
CATHEDRAL TOURS: Right now we have three trained docents (you share info and get smarter with each tour) It would be lovely if we
would have tours available 7 days a week, whenever there are no Masses. This job is as much evangelization as tour-guiding.
People ask lots of Qs about A, “Why do Catholics do this?” or “What is that box on the altar?” (the tabernacle). Call Louise Kennedy:
794-5322 or email lokennedy@comcast.net
COFFEE & DONUT MINISTRY: Be one of the families that take one Sunday per quarter to set up and pass out donuts, coffee and
juice. We have it down to a science. Contact Don Scott @scott@yahoo.com
FESTIVAL: This is the main fundraiser which is done annually to offset the cost of buildings and upkeep for Cathedral Parish School
and Cathedral Parish Early Education Center. This event is a 3 day fun-filled extravaganza. Help with the preparations, work during
the Festival, prepare baked goods for our bakery booth, or make donations for the Silent Auction, contact Kevin Partel at
904.829.0851 or email kevinpartel@gmail.com.
HOSPITALITY and HOST/HOSTESS: Kitchen help, cooking, receptions, and hostess duties for various events at the rectory, church
and Parish Hall. Laura Lynn: 824-2806
RECTORY VOLUNTEERS: Volunteers are needed to answer the phone, do various office chores and assist where needed. We
always need volunteers. Call Mary Grace at 824-2806
WELCOMING RECEPTION: Every quarter we host new-parishioner reception in the Verot Room at the Rectory. This is a great time for
old and new parishioners to get to know one another as well as staff and priests. Come and recruit for your ministry.
Contact Jan Stevens: 377-2172 or email janniemaxx@aol.com
OTHER LOCAL MINISTRIES
CATHOLIC CHARITIES: 225 West King Street (next to Amar Beauty Store).They need volunteers for every kind of work: assistance with
pantry, organize clothing, respite care, office work (so the social workers can do their work), etc. Work as much/little as you like, when
you like. They need all the help they can get. Becky Stringer: 829-6300.
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AMERICA: Court 23 is primarily a spiritual society, tending carefully to our Catholic heritage. They take
care of the older nuns, priests and maintain spiritual and moral values. They meet the 1st Thursday of each month at noon at CDA on
King Street. Mary Baker: 829-2357.
DEAF AND BLIND MINISTRY: Provides religious education to the Deaf & Blind students at the Florida School on San Marco Ave. We
always welcome volunteers in the office and classroom, and signers for the 9:00 a.m. Mass at the Cathedral. Our office is located at
30 Ocean Ave., in St. Augustine, directly across from the Shrine Gift Shop. Diane Clark at 904.825.4272
NORTH FLORIDA CATHOLIC CEMETERIES: This includes San Lorenzo Cemetery in Saint Augustine and Saint Mary Cemetery in
Korona. This ministry is one of service. The cemetery is a sacred place and burying the dead is a Corporal Work of Mercy. Here the
relatives and friends of our deceased loved ones come to pray and find peace and serenity in this reverent setting. Contact Sr. Nicole
Cayer for service possibilities at 904.824.6680.
OUR LADY OF HOPE COMMUNITY “FARM”: Visit us at www.hopereborn.org. Contact Albino Aragno at 904.471.8453 or email
info@hopereborn.org
PRISON MINISTRY: Reaching out to prisoners at the St. Johns County Jail. Contact Dominic Tringali at 904.471.2383 or Fr. Tom
Walsh at 904.824.6625
ST. FRANCIS HOUSE & SOUP KITCHEN: Make sandwiches, serve meals, drive and procure food from donors. Spend time listening
to the guests and their many stories. 70 Washington Street, 829-8937
ST. GERARD HOUSE: A ministry to pregnant women, married or single. Medical and educational benefits are provided. On campus
accredited High School, residential licensed program and Licensed Day Care. Outreach to furnish pregnancy testing, counseling,
food, baby clothes, sonograms, transportation, Lamaze classes, parent and couple counseling and adoption services are provided.
Fund raising activities include a Fashion Show. Run for Life, Banquet/Dance and Golf Tournament. Please help with events, office
work or donations. Currently raising $ for a building addition. Carol Wolff 829-5516 or email volunteers@stgerardcampus.org
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: 19 McMillan St. Provides direct assistance: food, clothes furniture, work-find, housing goods to the
needy. 824-3333.
YOUTH COLLEGE: Work with our already in place prayer and catechism oriented group, which meets twice a week. Assist in the
founding of a Newman Club, with college-aged social activities, as well as prayer and learning about the Catholic faith. Frank
Benischeck: Petros@exp.com.
many different organizations. Below you will find some brief information about the ministries of the Cathedral Parish. Please consider
sharing your time and talent in one of these worthy ministries.
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
ALTAR GUILD: Needs a few good hands to help with laundering and ironing as well as basic cleanup and setup of the altar. There
are special seasonal needs, like before Advent, before Christmas, before Lent, before Holy Week, before Pentecost, before August
28 (St. Augustine’s Day). Regular Church cleaning is done every Thursday after 7:00 am Mass. If interested contact Cerilina Crowder
at 824-9398 or celcrow@att.net
ALTAR SERVERS: Training available as needed. Children 10 years old to adults are welcome to become servers. They are
scheduled ahead of time. Contact Carol 824-1272 or at cgauronskas@gmail.com
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION: You not only assist with distribution of communion at Mass, but have
opportunities to take the Eucharist to the homebound and/or Hospital. A special training class is required. If you can receive the
sacraments and are in good standing with the Church, then you can distribute the sacrament of Holy Communion. Contact Ramona
940-1417 or at ramona.victoragruso@gmail.com
LECTORS (READERS): Important Ministry of proclaiming God's Word at Mass. For training and scheduling contact Ramona
940-1417 or at ramona.victoragruso@gmail.com
NURSERY: Watching and playing with infants to 4 1/2 year olds during the 9:00 am and 11:00 am Mass. We have a beautifully
stocked playroom with a television, videos and toys and parent beepers. Background screening and Protecting God’s Children
required. Two volunteers required per Mass. Call Colleen Cheshire 829-8063 or at ccheshire@bellsouth.net
MUSIC MINISTRY: The Cathedral Music Ministry welcomes the participation of all singers and instrumentalists who wish to share
their gifts with the parish community. Currently, we have the following opportunities for service: Three Primary Choral Ensembles: The
9:00 A.M. choir rehearses on Thursday evenings from 7:00 to 8:30.The 11:00 A.M. choir rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 7:00
to 8:30. The 6:00 P.M. choir rehearses on Sunday afternoon at 4:30 P.M. Cantor Ministry: Leads the assembly at liturgies when a choir
is not present. Instrumentalists: Brass, woodwinds, strings, percussion... All are encouraged to make a joyful noise! Please contact
Dr. Bernie Sans 824-2806. ext # 331or at cathedralmusic@gmail.com
THE VESTMENT GUILD: A new ministry, the Guild is a group of parishioners with experience and expertise in the fields of textile,
sewing and manufacturing of garments. The Guild will tend to designing and creating – “clothing the house of God” and its ministers
– with beautiful vesture, appropriate to the Cathedral Basilica. Conact Fr. Jeff at frjeffstaug@gmail.com
USHERS: Are there to offer adequate welcoming and assist people in being seated, so that we can take up the collection
expeditiously, so that our many guests can be assisted at Communion time, and so that bulletins and other loose handout material
can be given out expeditiously after Mass. Men and women are welcome. Your whole family can serve together. Contact Bill Lennon
824-6771 or at suzuki1@bellsouth.net
SPIRITUAL/FAITH/ FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS
ADORATION: Prince of Peace Church Monday through Friday, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm.
Weekly - One hour long volunteer times are available. Put aside one hour per week for our Lord. Contact Susan Partel 829-5508 or
at susanpartel@yahoo.com
CATHEDRAL YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY: An exciting new ministry for young adults to get together with others to explore their faith.
This is a program to learn about your faith, get your uestions answered and help answer those proposed by others. Workshops,
classes, informational discussions and organized programs will be scheduled. Want to get involved – either to volunteer or join in?
Contact Sister Barbara at 904.699.5844 or email cekosh@aol.com.
CONNECTIONS MINISTRY: This ministry is to bring back to the Church those fallen Catholics who have for one reason or another left
the Church. This ministry will teach you as a Catholic how to evangelize. Contact Tom Kavanaugh at 904.540.2165 or email
tom@primereco.com
CROWN FINANCIAL MINISTRIES: A Biblical financial study (8 weeks) that teaches people how to be more financially and spiritually
free to do the work of the Lord. For more information, please call Vee Williams at 315-2492 or at veewill44@earthlink.net
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS / AUXILIARY: A Catholic men’s spiritual and fraternal organization, which is of invaluable assistance to the
parish and the apostolic works of the Diocese. First Florida Council #611 meets 1st Monday of each month at 7:00 pm. at the Bishop
Baker Center. 4th degree will meet on the 4th Monday at Corpus Christi Church. For membership information call Terry Auten 823-
8993 or at btauten@hotmail.com
LEGION OF MARY: Meets weekly for prayer, devotion and evangelization, performing social and outreach services. They meet
Tuesdays at 9:30 am at St. Benedict Rectory. Contact - Jan Stevens 904-377-2172 or at janniemax@aol.com Or Nancy Davis
904.692.4174 or davisd107@windstream.net
MEN’S GROUP: This ministry is “behind the scenes” at events at the Parish. They’re the ones you don’t see but are there to help
when needed. Meetings are held on Saturday mornings from 6:15-7:45 a.m. for breakfast, a presentation and discussion. Programs
run from September to December and January to Easter. A Bible study is held in the summer. Ages 18 and older. Contact Dennis
Kasten at 904.377.1100 or drk196100@yahoo.com.
PRAYER NETWORK: This is a powerful ministry in our Parish. People phone/email in requests for prayer and the list is circulated by
the Internet. Assist by praying for the people on the list. Call Daniel or Terry Jo Harford at 904.599.9455
APOSTOLATE
HOME BOUND: An extension of Eucharistic Ministry, but even if you are not a Eucharistic Minister, help can be given here with
organization (calling people to confirm visits or driving the priests) Follow up needs discovered during the visits. Please call the
rectory if you know someone who needs a visit. Background Checks required. Patricia Danahy 824-2806.
BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY: This is a ministry that is offered at a time of sadness in a family. We are here to offer initial help to a
family following the death of a loved one. This is done through a visit with the family and assistance in planning the funeral liturgy.
Members of this ministry may also be able to help as liturgical ministers (hospitality, lectors, extraordinary ministers of Holy
Communion, funeral choir) during the funeral services. Other areas for the bereavement ministry will be added based on the
resources and skills of those who offer themselves for this ministry. Contact Jack or Betty O’Brien at 904.458.8003 or email
bjobrien22@yahoo.com.
HOSPITAL: Visitation is usually done by a Eucharistic Minister, but we can always use people to drive, follow-up and schedule.
Background screening required. Bill and Gail Mullen – 904.471.8249 or email gabimullen@aol.com
NURSING HOMES: As with hospitals, these are primarily Eucharistic Ministers. But we can always use more to help with setup of
Mass and visiting/assisting the men and women in the various nursing homes. Contact Pat Poticny at 904.652-5376 or email
plpoticny@gmail.com
TEACHING/CATECHESIS
CFP -- CHRISTIAN FORMATION PROGRAM: This is our catechism program for our K-12 kids. Volunteer teachers work step-by-step
to prepare youth. You can be a teacher’s aide, help supervise recreations, etc. D.R.E. 824-2806. Protecting God’s Children and
Background Check Required. Contact Barbara Eretto, DRE at 904.824.2806, extension 335 or email cathedralcfp@gmail.com
RCIA: Be a sponsor for a catechumen preparing for baptism or for a baptized candidate for full communion with the Catholic Church.
No Theology degree needed. Contact Dan Taylor 826-1070.
YOUTH, HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL: The Cathedral Parish Youth Ministry has a variety of opportunities for young adults in
middle school and high school to grow in the Faith. There are retreats, monthly meetings for prayer and study, and opportunities for
charitable works. The easiest way to get involved is to participate in the weekly meetings called “NightLife”. Middle school NightLife
meets two Fridays a month and high school meets every Sunday. NightLife always starts at 7pm and both groups meet at the Bosco
House located at 10B Sebastian Ave. Contact Ryan Poticny, Youth Minister at 824.2806 ext. 306 or cathedralyouthgroup@gmail.com
COUNCILS
FINANCE COUNCIL: Committee that advises the Pastor regarding financial concerns. Chairman: Alexander Christine 829-0523
PARISH COUNCIL: Meets monthly to advise Father Tom and offer feedback on suggestions from parishioners. President: Al Poticny,
904.652.4906, afpotic6@gmail.com.
COMMITEES
RESPECT LIFE COMMITTEE: Studies and prays for our Parish, then keeps our Parish and community informed about our Catholic
Church’s unique and oftentimes challenging read of our Lord’s Gospel of Life. They meet the first Tuesday of the month at 6 pm in
the Bracken Room. Contact May Oliver at 904.674.4412 or email mayoliv3@aol.com
SOCIAL JUSTICE: This ministry helps parishioners know the Church’s social teaching and promote justice and peace in our
community and in our country. Contact Judy Sharpe at 904.501.2632 or email jsharpe1@comcast.net
STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE: Works directly with the Pastor to assist parishioners in the transition from “a giving to the Church”
mentality to Stewardship as a way of life mentality. Contact Al Poticny 904.652.4906, afpotic6@gmail.com
VOLUNTEERS
BELL TOWER GIFT SHOP: Volunteers currently work four hours (mornings or afternoon) once per week. The shop is open 7 days a
week, whenever there are no Masses. Sales experience is not necessary and you will always have a paid staff with you. Parking and
store discounts are provided. Teri Kretzschmar or Rose Alberding at 904.829.0620 or email cathedralbelltower@gmail.com
BULLETIN STUFFERS: Help the Parish by stuffing inserts on Friday mornings at the rectory. Call Joan Tringali 471-2383
CANDLE ANGELS: Help each week with changing out the candles. Call Mary Casto: 540-4337
CATHEDRAL TOURS: Right now we have three trained docents (you share info and get smarter with each tour) It would be lovely if we
would have tours available 7 days a week, whenever there are no Masses. This job is as much evangelization as tour-guiding.
People ask lots of Qs about A, “Why do Catholics do this?” or “What is that box on the altar?” (the tabernacle). Call Louise Kennedy:
794-5322 or email lokennedy@comcast.net
COFFEE & DONUT MINISTRY: Be one of the families that take one Sunday per quarter to set up and pass out donuts, coffee and
juice. We have it down to a science. Contact Don Scott @scott@yahoo.com
FESTIVAL: This is the main fundraiser which is done annually to offset the cost of buildings and upkeep for Cathedral Parish School
and Cathedral Parish Early Education Center. This event is a 3 day fun-filled extravaganza. Help with the preparations, work during
the Festival, prepare baked goods for our bakery booth, or make donations for the Silent Auction, contact Kevin Partel at
904.829.0851 or email kevinpartel@gmail.com.
HOSPITALITY and HOST/HOSTESS: Kitchen help, cooking, receptions, and hostess duties for various events at the rectory, church
and Parish Hall. Laura Lynn: 824-2806
RECTORY VOLUNTEERS: Volunteers are needed to answer the phone, do various office chores and assist where needed. We
always need volunteers. Call Mary Grace at 824-2806
WELCOMING RECEPTION: Every quarter we host new-parishioner reception in the Verot Room at the Rectory. This is a great time for
old and new parishioners to get to know one another as well as staff and priests. Come and recruit for your ministry.
Contact Jan Stevens: 377-2172 or email janniemaxx@aol.com
OTHER LOCAL MINISTRIES
CATHOLIC CHARITIES: 225 West King Street (next to Amar Beauty Store).They need volunteers for every kind of work: assistance with
pantry, organize clothing, respite care, office work (so the social workers can do their work), etc. Work as much/little as you like, when
you like. They need all the help they can get. Becky Stringer: 829-6300.
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF AMERICA: Court 23 is primarily a spiritual society, tending carefully to our Catholic heritage. They take
care of the older nuns, priests and maintain spiritual and moral values. They meet the 1st Thursday of each month at noon at CDA on
King Street. Mary Baker: 829-2357.
DEAF AND BLIND MINISTRY: Provides religious education to the Deaf & Blind students at the Florida School on San Marco Ave. We
always welcome volunteers in the office and classroom, and signers for the 9:00 a.m. Mass at the Cathedral. Our office is located at
30 Ocean Ave., in St. Augustine, directly across from the Shrine Gift Shop. Diane Clark at 904.825.4272
NORTH FLORIDA CATHOLIC CEMETERIES: This includes San Lorenzo Cemetery in Saint Augustine and Saint Mary Cemetery in
Korona. This ministry is one of service. The cemetery is a sacred place and burying the dead is a Corporal Work of Mercy. Here the
relatives and friends of our deceased loved ones come to pray and find peace and serenity in this reverent setting. Contact Sr. Nicole
Cayer for service possibilities at 904.824.6680.
OUR LADY OF HOPE COMMUNITY “FARM”: Visit us at www.hopereborn.org. Contact Albino Aragno at 904.471.8453 or email
info@hopereborn.org
PRISON MINISTRY: Reaching out to prisoners at the St. Johns County Jail. Contact Dominic Tringali at 904.471.2383 or Fr. Tom
Walsh at 904.824.6625
ST. FRANCIS HOUSE & SOUP KITCHEN: Make sandwiches, serve meals, drive and procure food from donors. Spend time listening
to the guests and their many stories. 70 Washington Street, 829-8937
ST. GERARD HOUSE: A ministry to pregnant women, married or single. Medical and educational benefits are provided. On campus
accredited High School, residential licensed program and Licensed Day Care. Outreach to furnish pregnancy testing, counseling,
food, baby clothes, sonograms, transportation, Lamaze classes, parent and couple counseling and adoption services are provided.
Fund raising activities include a Fashion Show. Run for Life, Banquet/Dance and Golf Tournament. Please help with events, office
work or donations. Currently raising $ for a building addition. Carol Wolff 829-5516 or email volunteers@stgerardcampus.org
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: 19 McMillan St. Provides direct assistance: food, clothes furniture, work-find, housing goods to the
needy. 824-3333.
YOUTH COLLEGE: Work with our already in place prayer and catechism oriented group, which meets twice a week. Assist in the
founding of a Newman Club, with college-aged social activities, as well as prayer and learning about the Catholic faith. Frank
Benischeck: Petros@exp.com.
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