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Thank you for visiting our Parish Ministries page!
If you don't see what you're looking for in the list below, please contact the parish office for assistance: parishsecretary@zionsvillecatholic.com or 317.873.2885.
Altar Servers
Assist priest during parish liturgies.
Ministry Scheduler Software Guide | Altar Server Handbook
Volunteer Leader: Jennifer Whitlock
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler
worshipcoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x310
Bereavement Ministry
Parishioners offer comfort and a listening ear for those in our parish who have experienced a recent loss.
Volunteer Leader: Veronica Gibbs
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Bible Studies
Share the Word of God and grow in knowledge of Scripture with one of our group study options.
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW)
Meets regularly during 10:30 am Mass from September to May.
CLOW is an age-appropriate Liturgy of the Word for children, ages 4 through 2nd grade.
Adult and teen volunteers are needed to help with this ministry.
Staff Contact: Brenda Knecht
familycoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x411
Coffee and Donuts
Come enjoy this bi-monthly social gathering after our Sunday morning Masses.
Volunteer Leader: Heidi Radabaugh
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Confirmation
Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers
youthministry@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x311
Cursillo
Men’s and Women’s off-campus retreats offer spiritual enrichment.
Volunteer Leader: Ward Degler
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Daughters of the Immaculata
High school ladies seek holiness by serving and sharing their faith.
Volunteer Leaders: Laurel Tobin/Teesie Slack
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers
youthministry@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x311
Embrace Life Ministry
This friendly, active, group promotes the dignity of life while offering family-oriented activities.
Volunteer Leader: Mike Green
embracelifesal@gmail.com
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Distribute the Eucharist during Mass and/or to individuals who are homebound or in nursing homes.
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler
worshipcoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x310
Funeral Liturgy Ministry
Help parish families plan funeral Masses.
Volunteer Leader: Aggie Weber
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler
worshipcoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x310
Funeral Luncheon Ministry
Assist with luncheons for families of the parish who have experienced the loss of a loved one.
Volunteer Leader: Mary Williams
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler
worshipcoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x310
Golf League
Men and women find fellowship in this annual summer league.
Volunteer Leader: John Noel
stalgolf@gmail.com
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Habitat for Humanity
Teams of volunteers serve to build homes for families in Boone County.
Volunteer Leader: Dave DeMars
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Hospitality Ministry
Welcome new members with home greetings, quarterly brunches, phone calls, and more.
Volunteer Leaders: Maggie Seiler and Anna Nguyen
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Knights of Columbus
A fraternity for Catholic men focused on faith, prayer, service, and fun.
Contact: grandknight@stalkofc.com
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Knights of the Holy Temple
Young men in this high school fraternity seek holiness by practicing Catholic virtues.
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers
youthministry@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x311
Moms' Group
Find support and encouragement while enhancing your spirituality as individuals, women and mothers.
Volunteer Leader:
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Music
Men’s, women’s, and children's choirs participate at various Masses throughout the year.
Staff Contact: Lee Barlow
sacredmusic@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x510
Subgroups
- Praise & Worship Ensemble
Parish musicians (drums, guitars, string, woodwind, etc …) rehearse and play at the 5 pm Mass.
Staff Contact: Lee Barlow
sacredmusic@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x510
Natural Family Planning (NFP)
NFP offers classes and support for married couples planning their families in accordance with the Church.
Volunteer Leaders: Mike and Ann Green
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Outreach Ministry
This group coordinates the overall efforts of parish outreach including the Caring Center, Haiti Twin Parish, and more.
Volunteer Leader: Amelia West
outreach@zionsvillecatholic.com
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885Sub Committees
- The Caring Center (food & supply donations)
In addition to the every-day drop off bin inside the narthex, this sub-committee of Outreach facilitates regular food and donation drives to help the local food pantry serving families in Boone County. See Flyer
Volunteer Leader: Jennifer Dolack
outreach@zionsvillecatholic.com
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885This ministry plans ways for the parish to support the community of St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Croix Fer, Haiti. Service includes planning medical mission trips, fundraising efforts, supply drives, and more.
Volunteer Leader: Michelle Howenstein
outreach@zionsvillecatholic.com
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885- Shalom House
This ministry is part of the Outreach Ministry. We work with the Shalom House of Boone County to provide sack lunches to school children in our county during school breaks.
Volunteers may also help pack sack lunches, deliver hot meals to shut ins in Lebanon, and cook/serve hot meals to children, families, and adults at the Shalom House in Lebanon.
Volunteer Leader: Pat Long
outreach@zionsvillecatholic.com
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885- Social Action Committee
Part of the Outreach Committee, this group's focus is on social justice and charity.
Volunteer Contact: Linda and Tom Weintraut
outreach@zionsvillecatholic.com
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Parish Pastoral Council
Individuals serve as advocates for parishioners regarding major operations, programming and events. Council members are listed in the weekly bulletin.
Contact: 317.873.2885
Parish Friends
Visit and offer friendship to those homebound or in nursing homes.
Staff Contact:
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Polish & Shine Ministry
Help with regular cleaning of the church (daily, weekly or monthly).
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler
worshipcoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x502
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Individuals gather to knit and crochet shawls to be given as gifts to others in need of prayers and comfort.
Volunteer Leader: Lorie Heneghan
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Readers
Proclaim God's Word during Mass.
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler
worshipcoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x310
Religious Education (Pre-K - 5th grade)
Assist children in their knowledge and implementation of the faith and prepare them for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.
Staff Contact: Pia Meyers
recoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x410
Subgroups- Catechists
Help lead lessons for children (preschool through 5th grade).
Staff Contact: Pia Meyers
recoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x410
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Vacation Bible School (preschool to 4th grade)
A fun-filled week each summer for children to explore their faith.
Staff Contact: Pia Meyers
recoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x410
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (R.C.I.A.)
Rite of Christian Initiation for Children (R.C.I.C.)
Preparing for the Sacraments of Initiation (how to become Catholic)
Volunteer Leader: Michael Einterz
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Sacristans
Organize and set up liturgical vessels prior to Mass and assist liturgical ministers.
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler
worshipcoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x310
SANCTUS Young Adult Ministry (ages 18 - 40)
Social and faith programs are offered for young adults, to build community—for any vocation.
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Scout Troop
The organization meets at the parish throughout the school year; children learn values and leadership skills through fun activities.
Website: www.troop358.com
Sponsor Couples – Marriage Preparation
Married couples mentor engaged couples during marriage preparation.
Staff Contact: Brenda Knecht
familycoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x411
Supporting Our College Students (S.O.C.S.)
This ministry is made up of parents and parishioners who come together to support our college students. They meet the second Monday of the month.
Volunteer Leaders: Dawn Holifield and Becky Cash
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Ushers
Greet others, distribute worship aids, seat people, pass collection baskets, and more.
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler
worshipcoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x310
Vacation Bible School (preschool to 4th grade)
A fun-filled week each summer for children to explore their faith.
Staff Contact: Pia Meyers
recoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x410
Worship Environment
Decorate narthex and worship space according to the liturgical season.
Staff Contact: Laura Shuler
worshipcoordinator@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x310
Young at Heart
A social ministry for mature parishioners who share food, fellowship and other activities.
Volunteer Leader: Edla Hovermale
Staff Contact: 317.873.2885
Youth Ministry
Subgroups
- Edge Middle School Ministry (Grades 6 - 8)
Middle school youth meet weekly to engage in fun and faith-filled activities.
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers
youthministry@zionsvillecatholic.com | 317.873.2885 x311
- Life Teen High School Ministry (Grades 9 - 12)
This is a vibrant faith community of high school youth who meet weekly and attend spiritual retreats that are offered by other youth members.
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers
youthministry@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x311
Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers
youthministry@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x311
Adult and Young Adult volunteers help in many capacities (welcome committee, kitchen, small group leaders)
Staff Contact: Kristi Powers
youthministry@zionsvillecatholic.com | 873.2885 x311