"The FIRST established African-American Catholic Church
in Eastern New Orleans."
Ministries & Organizations
Finance, Building and Development
Stewardship
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Fundraising
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Money Counting
Meetings:
Every Sunday morining after the 8AM and 10:30AM Mass and after the 4PM on Saturday.
Contact:
Mr. Joseph Charles
(504) 244-7818
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Youth Group
This ministry is for the youth of the parish between the ages of 13 and 18. This ministry is designed to bring together the youth in prayer and worship through social and religious activities. All youth are invited to come and praise God together.Meetings:
Wednesdays: 5:30 pm
Contact:
Mrs. Jacquelyn Mayo
(504) 243-0746
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Young Adults Group
Meetings:
Every 2nd Sunday after the 10:30AM Mass
Contact:
Mrs. Jacquelyn Mayo
(504) 243-0746
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Youth Liturgical Ministry
The Youth of our parish are its future. How many times have you heard that? Today's youth are products of our homes, schools, culture, and technological world. They are complex, dreamed filled, challenging individuals. Those who answer that call to youth ministry will discover that it has evolved into a fourfold approach:- Responding to the needs of young people
- Sharing a common ministry with young people
- Encouraging ministry by young people, especially their peers
- Adults interpreting young people's legitimate concerns and acting as advocates for them
Meetings:
As called
Contact:
Mrs. Jacquelyn Mayo
(504) 243-0746
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Worship
Eucharistic Ministry
As special Ministers of the Eucharist, we are servants of the Lord to bring His Precious Body and Blood to the faithful during the celebration of the Eucharist and to the homes of those who are sick, elderly and/or unable to attend the Eucharistic celebration.We are called to be Christ bearers to others by our quiet presence, by our proclamation of "The Body and Blood of Christ," by our warmth of touch, compassionaate eye contact, and by our prayerful, joyful participation and response during the celebration of the Eucharist.
Thus, by being fully aware of this sacred tsak, we are witnesses to those to whom we minister -- those who may have trouble seeing the face and hands of Jesus or hearing His offer to drink of the cup of salvation. We witness by the Love we have for one another, by our true dedications to service and by living our lives pleasing to God.
Meetings:
Bi-monthly, 1st Saturday at 11:00 AM
Contact:
Ms. Rose Payne
(504) 943-9154
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Lectors
The Lector proclaims the Bible readings to the assembled faith community. This minister gives voice to God's healing and strengthening word. The Lector, in a real sense, becomes a prophet - one who speaks for God. He or she is like another John the Baptist preparing the way of the Lord, making crocked paths straight and rough places plain. Through the word, the Lector is truly a minister: encouraging, rebuking and consoling us, inspiring us and urging us on toward greater wisdom and insight into the ways of God.Meetings:
As called when necessary
Contact:
Mr. Calvin Garnier
(504)241-2079
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Altar Servers
The mission or purpose of the altar server ministry is:- To share in the work of the Lord's spirit who calls God's people to prayer
- To help prepare the way of the Lord' who comes with mercy and peace
- To be the guardianship of the holy ground where God and God's people meet and sit at a common table
- To do the work of preparing the table of the Lord who is our Passover
- To do the task of calling others to serve at that table and to prepare them to serve with grace and reverence
Meetings:
2nd Saturday of every month at 10:00am
Contact:
Mr. Joseph Charles
(504) 244-7818
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Ushers
This is a liturgical ministry to welcome those - parishioners and visitors alike - who appear at the doors of the church. Greeters and ushers are to reach out to others as Christ would; they serve as ministers of welcome. Greeters and ushers are the initial face of Christ for the seekers and saints who gather for worship.What do Ushers do?
- Assist people to find a place and space at the Eucharist and other liturgical gatherings
- Pass out worship aids, envelopes, pencils, bulletins, flyers, etc., as needed.
- Invite the assembled to bring up the Eucharistic gifts.
- Pass the collection baskets at the liturgies
Meetings:
As called when necessary
Contact:
Mr. Barrett Breaux
(504) 897-3094
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Choirs
Music Ministers proclaim the word of God in song; live and share their faith in the community and serve the people of God.Purpose:
- To enable the spirit-filled prayer of the assembly
- To encourage God's people to do justice, love, mercy, and walk humbly with God
- To enable the full active and conscious participation of the assembly in worship
Meetings:
Senior Choir: Thursdays 5:30pm
Adult Choir: Thursdays 7:00pm
Young Adults and Youth Choir: Saturdays 1:00pm
Contact:
Senior Choir: Lorraine Amos
Adult Choir: Joyce Chapital (504) 241-4823
Young Adults and Youth Choir: Natasha Harris (504) 338-7613
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Environment
The Environment Minsitry is adults working to enhance the total experience of the Mass by creating a worship atmosphere pleasing to the eyes of God's people. The reponsibilities of this ministry are:- Caring for the plants and flowers
- Preparing the altar linens, making them when needed
- Cleaning and dusting the church
- Decorating for the liturgical season
Meetings:
Saturdays 8:00am
Contact:
Doris B. Huntsberry
(504) 242-2739
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Sacred Dancers
The "Umeta" Ministry is a group of liturgical danceres comprised mainly of young people of St. Paul The Apostle Church. They use the art of dance to elevate and enhance the spiritual horizons of the worshiping community of St. Paul's. Like most art fors, dance is used to transcend ordinary body movement to uplift the spirit of the liturgical prayer. Liturgical movement and gestures invite the assembly to be open to new possiblities for worshiping God and celebrating the Spirit.Meetings:
Practice times will be announced at each Mass
Contact:
Jennelle I. Spurlock-Johnson
(504) 261-2145
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Greeters
This is a liturgical ministry to welcome those - parishioners and visitors alike - who appear at the doors of the church. Greeters and ushers are to reach out to others as Christ would; they serve as ministers of welcome. Greeters and ushers are the initial face of Christ for the seekers and saints who gather for worship.Meetings:
As called when necessary
Contact:
Ms. Yvonne Johnson
(504) 241-1120
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Community Life
Organizations
Knights of Peter Claver
Meetings:
First Wednesday of every month at 7:30PM
Contact:
Louis Alexander
(504) 242-5871
Junior Knights
Meetings:
Second Sunday of every month at 9AM
Contact:
Donald Demas
(504) 246-9025
Ladies Auxillary
Meetings:
Third Sunday of every month at 9AM
Contact:
Lordeas Nix
(504) 242-2632
Junior Daughters
Meetings:
Every third Sunday after the 10:30am Mass in the Ministry Center.
Contact:
Mable Verdon
(504)
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Marriage Council
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55 & Faster
Meetings:
Every first and third Wednesday at 1:00pm in the Ministry Center
Contact:
Yvonne Green
(504) 246-4411
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Bereavement
This ministry consists of St. Paul the Apostle parishioners who wish to share their own experience and assist with the healing process of the bereaved. It participates in the larger mission of the Church by taking on the attitude of Christ and by comforting those who mourn now.
The minister's role include educating oneself about grief, how it works, and how to cope wit its many destructive forces.
Meetings:
Fourth Monday, bi-monthly at 6:30 pm in the Ministry Center
Contact:
Sr. Rita Darensbourg
(504) 242-7934
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Hospitality
The Hospitality Ministry is a community-building ministry that creates a sense of belonging. It deepens the family spirit. By organizing pot-lucks and providing repasts, hospitality ministers bring people together to share, to be acquainted with others and to get to know others better. Services are required for the following parish events:- Pot-lucks
- Thanksgiving Meal
- Christmas Vigil Mass Reception
- Easter Vigil Mass Reception
- Receptions after paris workshops and other special events
Meetings:
3rd Tuesdays at 6:30pm
Contact:
Mrs. Sharon Boyd
(504) 254-3379
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Sisters in the Spirit
The Women's Spiritual Committe is formed for several purposes:- To promote the spiritual well-being of Christian women in the parish
- To support the broadening of faith in women of the parish
- To be a support system for each other
- To act upon matters of social and mutual interests
- To empower our women especially our young women of the parish to be role models
Meetings:
The third Saturday of every month at 9 AM
Contact:
Wenona Dupart
Phone: 242-4145
email: nannie45@aol.com
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Education
CCD
The purpose of this ministry is to continue the mission of Jesus whose teachings come to uus through the Catholic Church. The ministry of catechesis continues that mission by passing on to the youth of our parish our Story, our teachings, our values, and our mission so that they may make these their own and live by them.Meetings:
Every Sunday during the school year: 9:00 - 10:15am
Contact:
Sr. Suzanne Brauer
242-7934
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R.C.I.A./R.C.I.A.C.
The purpose of the R.C.I.A. team is to assist the unbaptized in seeking a home in the Catholic Church. The R.C.I.A. team supports and strengthens the catechumens (the unbaptized) and the candidates (the baptized) on their journey of faith. Faith stories are shared in an informal setting. The Sunday scriptures are examined to see how they bear on the lives of those wanting to join the Church. The way of life and the teachings of the Catholic Church are imparted. Initiation rites are celebrated at certain times during the Church year. The team members, catechists, sponsors, hosts/hostesses, and babysitters, all play a special role in the catechumens and candidates' faith development.Meetings:
Every Saturday at 5:00pm in the Ministry Center
Contact:
Sr. Rita Darensbourg, S.S.F.
(504) 242-7934
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Adult Faith Formation
This ministry is designed to share the Word of God and learn his teaching together.Meetings:
Thursdays 6:30 pm in the Ministry Center
Contact:
Sr. Rita Darensbourg
242-7934
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Pastoral
Meetings:
Every three months on the first Saturday at 9AM
Contact:
Mrs. Cynthia Shelton
(504) 368-0184
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Communication
Web Site
To provide information regarding our parish to parishioners and visitors.Meetings:
Information for the web site must be submitted by Thursday.
Contact:
Jennelle I. Spurlock-Johnson
sweet_j_424@yahoo.com
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Bulletin
To collect, record and report information pertaining to our parish, archdiocese and our community.Meetings:
Information for the bulletin must be submitted by Wednesday at 12 noon.
Contact:
Lisa F. Spurlock
(504) 242-7934
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Newsletter
To collect, record and report information pertaining to our parish, archdiocese and our community.Meetings:
Every other month - 2 weeks prior to publication date of newsletter.
Contact:
Mrs. Cynthia Shelton
(504) 368-0184
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