Ministry Directory
(Sorted Alphabetically)
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Altar and Rosary SodalityList Item 2
Coordinator: Mary Eggert
219-872-7149
The Altar and Rosary Sodality serves God and cares for the altar and its furnishings. Adult women from the parish of all ages who show a dedication to Mary, Mother of God are encouraged to join.
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Altar ServersList Item 3
Coordinator: Deacon Mike Green
Phone: 219-872-9196
Altar servers, many of whom attend our local Catholic schools, assist the priest and deacon at the altar during Mass.
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Art and EnvironmentList Item 4
Coordinators: Kadie O'Connor
Phone: 219-214-2349
The Art and Environment Ministry works, plans, and coordinates the decoration of the worship space for all major feasts, seasons, and celebrations of the liturgical year.
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Baptismal Preparation
Coordinator: Deacon Mike Green
Phone: 219-872-9196
This ministry provides formation for parents who would like to have their child baptized into the Catholic Church.
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Care Call
Coordinator: Karen Wipperman
Phone: 219-871-2780
The Parish Care Call Ministry supports the parish priorities of generous hospitality and loving service by making check-in calls to parish members.
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Choir and Music Ministry
Coordinator: David Herr
219-872-9196
Our music ministers, including vocalists and accompanists, lead the assembly in song during our liturgical celebrations.
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Christmas Giving ProgramList Item 1
Coordinator: Hannah
219-336-4859
This program provides Christmas gifts to Seniors, Children and Babies, so they can enjoy the love and joy of Christmas. Available to parishioners the weekend after Thanksgiving and through mid-December when the gifts are distributed.
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Eucharistic Adoration
Coordinator: Sandy Butler
Phone: 219-879-7142
Our Eucharistic “adorers” volunteer to spend time before the Blessed Sacrament, lifting up their prayers to our Eucharistic Lord.
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Finance Council
Coordinator: Deacon Mike Green
Phone: 219-872-9196
The Finance Council advises our pastor on matters concerning the right stewardship of parish resources.
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Funeral Luncheon Ministry
Coordinator: Bernadette Morgan
Phone: 219-229-4094
The Funeral Luncheon Ministry provides a convenient option for those wishing to hold a luncheon after celebrating the life of a deceased loved one.
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Greeters
Coordinator: Joan DeAvila
Phone: 219-872-9196
Mass greeters welcome all with warmth, kindness and hospitality.
Email the coordinator: joand@mccatholic.org
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Homebound Ministry ND
Coordinator: Mary Kowalski
Our Eucharistic ministers to the homebound bring Christ to the sick and elderly confined to houses or care facilities through the Eucharist and their loving presence.
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Homebound Ministry QAS
Coordinator: Kathy Moskovich
Phone: 219-872-4420
Our Eucharistic ministers to the homebound bring Christ to the sick and elderly confined to houses or care facilities through the Eucharist and their loving presence.
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Knights of Columbus, Council 12951
Grand Knight: Thomas Root
The Knights of Columbus, a Catholic fraternal service order, live the principles of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism; our parish’s active and flourishing council serves the Church and wider community in numerous ways.
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Lectors (Readers) at Mass
Coordinator: Deacon Mike Green
Phone: 219-872-9196
Lectors proclaim the Scripture readings at Sunday or weekday Masses, assisting the assembly in receiving the Word of God.
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Legacy Center Connections Desk
Coordinator: Joan De Avila
219-872-9196
Volunteers who man the Connections Desk provide hospitality and resources for those coming to Sunday Mass.
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Marriage Preparation
Coordinator: Lucia Bim-Merle
Phone: 219-872-9196
Couples preparing for marriage receive formation and assistance as they seek to enter into the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony.
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Men’s Rosary & Discipleship
Coordinator: Deacon Bill Zientarski
Phone: 219-872-9196
Our men’s group gathers weekly on Saturdays to pray, reflect, and support each other as they strive to live as Christian men and servants of Christ.
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Ministers of Holy Communion
Coordinator: Deacon Mike Green
Phone: 219-872-9196
EMHCs assist our priests and deacons in distributing the Body and Blood of our Lord at Mass.
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OCIA
Coordinator: Julie Wojcik
Phone 219-872-9196
The OCIA program brings non-Catholic adults into the Body of Christ through formation and prayer.
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Parish Office Volunteers
Coordinator: Stacey Gushrowski
Phone: 219-872-9196
Our parish office volunteers provide limited assistance when parish staff are otherwise unavailable.
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Sacred Heart Food Pantry
Coordinator: Eileen Nelson
Phone: 219-702-6999
The Sacred Heart Food Pantry at St. Mary’s, open Wednesday mornings and Friday afternoon. They provide food and other items to persons in need.
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Sympathy Card Program
Coordinator: Mary Stark
Phone: 219-229-4695
This program keeps the bereaved in the heart and mind of the parish by sending a series of sympathy cards and care-notes to the family of the deceased. Volunteers needed.
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Tapped In
Coordinator: Eileen Smiertelny
Phone: 219-861-3825
Email the Coordinator: tappedinqueenofallsaints@gmail.com
Click the link below for more info!
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Ushers at Mass
Coordinator: Tom Bassett
Our ushers assist the faithful at Mass by taking up the collection, guiding them during the Communion procession, and making them aware of amenities as needed.
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Vocations Ministry
Coordinator: Sandy Butler
Phone: 219-879-7142
Our Vocations Ministry promotes vocations to the priesthood and religious life through special Holy Hours, the Vocation Cross ministry, and other means.
