We strive to extend a warm, hospitable and loving welcome to all who join us in worship, service, study, social or in times of personal need. We assist our parish community in presenting a visible sign of Christ’s loving kindness in all we do.
Hospitality
To assist the Altar Society in providing spiritual and physical support for parish families who have experienced the death of a loved one. To cook and deliver food to the cafeteria to be served at funeral dinners. Funeral dinners are held in the Gym most often during the day on weekdays.
Need volunteers for both preparing and serving food.
| Contact | Sharon McCall 316-283-3493 shari_mccall@outlook.com |
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At St. Mary we believe good communication is essential to a thriving community. We also know that in order to keep good communication, we must continue to work at it. The church office is the hub of our communication, please contact the office staff promptly about any concern or to report and news.
Below are the various different forms of communication that we upkeep regularly with links to their own respective archives. For more information about each click on their page to the right.
We rely not just on our staff, but many many others giving their stewardship in various forms: from taking pictures, writing articles, phone calls, etc. Please let us know if you are willing to serve in one of these important roles in keeping St. Mary Communication up to date and relevant.
BulletinThe Parish Bulletin is published each week and handed out by ushers at the end of each weekend Mass. The deadline to submit articles in the bulletin is Tuesday at noon, the week before.
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Parish WebsiteThe parish website has gone through a major renovation and update in the summer of 2016. The website is maintained by pastoral assistant, Rob Tierney. Any feedback or updates are much appreciated
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Ministry SchedulesThe Liturgical Ministry Schedules are made every 3 months. Paper copies of these are made and put in the back of church a few weeks before the change in months. On-line versions can also be accessed here. We ask anyone who will be absent to arrange for their own substitutions.
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We keep a regular updated parish facebook page. The facebook page is maintained by Pastoral Assistant, Rob Tierney. The main focus of the page is to promote and share the good works and celebrations of the St. Mary Parish Family. We encourage all parishioners who are on facebook to "like" our page. |
Boys in grades 1-5 (Cub Scouts) or grades 6-12 (Boy Scouts) participate in this fun-filled educational program designed to develop responsible citizenship and strong moral character through physical, emotional, and mental growth. Weekly den meetings are after school or evenings in the Boy Scout room in the basement of the Parish Center. Visit the Scout website here.
| Contact | Mike Ruggiero 316-804-4289 mruggiero@gpha.com |
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Food, snacks, or light refreshments are often a big part of hospitality at parish meetings, dinners, parish receptions, and other events. Volunteers are needed at various times to provide food for many different opportunities. Some examples are: Confirmation reception, open house group meetings or welcome baskets. (ministry formerly known as cookie baking) ♥ - Children can help parents make and deliver cookies or craft notes for the occasion.
| Contact | Parish Office 316-282-0459 parish@stmarynewton.org |
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To provide emotional, spiritual and physical support to one another as we live out our vocations as mothers. The group offers a sense of community, a place to share morals and values, and the opportunity to meet new people. It also gives our children the opportunity to grow and learn from others about our faith.
*Weekly play group & bible study at members’ homes or parks. Monthly MOM’s night out every 2nd Thursday meeting at the church.
| Contact | TBD |
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The Kapaun Library is located in the Parish Center. Open Library hours after each weekend Mass and during the week.
Help is needed to organize and staff the library. Organization and upkeep can be done anytime.
| Contact | Beth Lowry 316-804-4358 mbbklowry@yahoo.com |
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