Adult Religious Formation
- Created: 22 April 2015
SACRED HEART PARISH
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION COMMISSION
March 3, 2015
PRESENT: Sister Irene Hartman, Sister Rebecca Otter, Father Warren Stecklein, Diane Dodez, Mary Mitchell, and Regis Lopata
ABSENT:
The minutes from the meeting of February 3, 2015 were reviewed and approved as written.
It was noted that the Book Nook is still in operation in the vestibule of the church.
Sister Irene’s plans for the “What You Do To the Least” column for the Sacred Heart Beat include the following:
March: working class people
April: option for the poor and vulnerable
May: the right to life
June: human development
July: justice issues of a citizen
August: economic policy issues
September: social media: good or bad?
Topics for upcoming Adoration/Holy Hours include:
March: St. Joseph – Regis
April: St. Kateri Tekakwitha -- Sister Virginia Pearl
May: prayer for farmers/St. Isadore – Sister Rebecca
June: Sacred Heart of Jesus – Regis
July: religious freedom – Sister Irene
August: prayer for teachers and students – Sister Irene
September: healing of physical, mental, and emotional illnesses (with an anointing of the sick) – Sister Rebecca
October: scriptural rosary with luminous mysteries – Regis
November: prayers for the deceased – Sister Rebecca
December: there will be no Adoration/Holy Hour in December
The commission members discussed the recent training sessions for various liturgical ministries. We have a number of lectors who have not yet completed the training and a make-up session was scheduled for Sunday March 15 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. We will also schedule make-up sessions for greeters and ushers after Sunday and Saturday Masses, but this schedule was not set at this time. The training for Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist for the Homebound has been completed. Next year we will consider having a mini-retreat for all liturgical ministers, with training provided only for those new to the ministries.
It was noted that the Lenten faith sharing groups have been going very well, with the various groups reporting lively discussions regarding issues such as marriage and annulments.
Since Lynne Eck resigned from the commission, it was determined that Lisa Burdett will be asked if she would be willing to join the group. She had expressed an interest in it on her stewardship form last fall. Other parishioners had also expressed an interest in this commission.
It was noted that other scheduled groups or choir conflict with the meeting times for the commission, so it was determined that we will switch meetings to the first Thursdays of the month.
The next meeting of the Adult Religious Formation Commission will be on May 7, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sisters’ house.
ARF
- Created: 09 January 2015
SACRED HEART PARISH
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION COMMISSION
January 6, 2015
PRESENT: Sister Irene Hartman, Sister Rebecca Otter, Father Warren Stecklein, Diane Dodez, Lynne Eck, Mary Mitchell, and Regis Lopata
ABSENT:
The minutes from the meeting of October 7, 2014 were reviewed and approved as written.
It was reported that parishioners are apparently continuing to use the Book Nook in the foyer of the church
Sister Irene’s plans for the “What You Do To the Least” column for the Sacred Heart Beat includes the following:
January: homosexuality
February: when does life begin?
March: working class people
April: option for the poor and vulnerable
May: the right to life
June: human development
July: justice issues of a citizen
August: economic policy issues
It was suggested that Sister Irene might consider doing one of the future articles on the dangers of social media.
Topics for upcoming Adoration/Holy Hours include:
January: church unity – Sr. Irene
February: vespers and quiet reflection
March: St. Joseph – Regis
April: Diane will ask Sister Virginia Pearl about a reflection on St. Kateri
Tekakwitha
May: prayer for farmers/St. Isadore – Sister Rebecca
There was considerable discussion about training of new and continuing liturgical ministers, including lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist (EMEs), Sacristans, and Greeters & Ushers. The names of those interested in beginning in a ministry is not yet known. The following dates, times, and trainers were set for these sessions:
Lectors: February 8th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Sister Irene and Regis
February 14th from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
EMEs: February 7th from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Sr. Rebecca and Diane
February 15th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Sacristans: January 31st from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. – Sr. Irene and Sr. Rebecca
Greeters and Ushers: February 22nd from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. – Lynne and Mary
February 28th from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Training for these ministries will generally be based on short books we received about each of these important roles. There will also need to be a training for some new EMEs for the homebound, but this was not yet scheduled.
There was also considerable discussion about setting up some faith-sharing sessions for Lent. At this time, plans were made to have sessions regarding questions about marriage, as Pope Francis has asked for the Church’s input on this topic. There will be another extraordinary synod about marriage in Rome in October of this year.
The next meeting of the Adult Religious Formation Team will be on February 3, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sisters’ house.
ARF
- Created: 10 August 2014
ARFCommission August 2014 Minutes
SACRED HEART PARISH
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION COMMISSION
August 5, 2014
PRESENT: Sister Irene Hartman, Sister Rebecca Otter, Father Warren Stecklein, Diane Dodez, Lynne Eck, and Regis Lopata
ABSENT: Mary Mitchell
The minutes from the meeting of May 6, 2014 were reviewed and approved as written.
The Commission members reviewed Sister Irene’s article on euthanasia for the September Sacred Heart Beat, and very positive comments were made about it. Plans for future columns include:
October: suicide
November: scientific research
December: investment policies
January: homosexuality
February: when does life begin?
March: working class people
April: option for the poor and vulnerable
May: the right to life
Commission members noted that the book nook at the back of the Church is still being used by parishioners.
Topics for upcoming Adoration/Holy Hours include:
August: prayers for students and teachers – to be determined
September: healing for physical, mental, and emotional illnesses
(including Anointing of the Sick) – Sr. Rebecca
October: Luminous mysteries of the rosary – Sr. Irene
November: memorial service for deceased family members – Sr. Rebecca
December: no Adoration/Holy Hour will be scheduled for this month
January: church unity – Sr. Irene
February: vespers and quiet reflection
There was discussion about the planned “Momnipotent” program. Kristen Snodgrass was contacted and asked about leading this program, and she is considering it at this time. Fr. Warren indicated that we will order the material for this program, and he will follow-up with Kristen. Diane indicated that she would be willing to assist with this if needed.
Commission members discussed updating the training for lectors, sacristans, and extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist. A stewardship renewal is planned for this fall by that commission, and we are hoping to attract additional people for these ministries. We will plan re-training of current Mass ministers at future meetings, and sessions will be scheduled for the beginning of next year.
There was discussion about planning faith-sharing groups for lent next year, and various possibilities were considered, as there are different options for such groups. We will be considering this in future meetings.
The next meeting of the Adult Religious Formation Team will be on October 7, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sisters’ house.
ARF
- Created: 25 February 2014
Feburary 2014 Minutes
SACRED HEART PARISH
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION COMMISSION
February 10, 2014
PRESENT: Sister Irene Hartman, Sister Rebecca Otter, Father Warren Stecklein, and Regis Lopata
ABSENT: Diane Dodez and Lynne Eck
The minutes from the meeting of November 5, 2013 were reviewed and approved as
written.
It was announced that Lynne had straightened out the Book Nook in the foyer before Christmas, but it is not known how often parishioners are using this resource. The Care Notes in the foyer are being used, however.
Fr. Warren reported that the parish has received a lot of material for use during lent, but he has ordered a number of Magnificat Lenten Companion booklets for the parish. These will be available for parishioners to take and use during the Lenten season.
Diane will be doing the Sacred Heart Beat “So Glad You Asked” column for March on the days of Lent. After March, it was decided that this column will be changed to reflect the Church’s teachings on social justice. The column will be called “What You Do for the Least”. This change will be announced in the Sacred Heart Beat. Sister Irene will write these columns, but will submit them for review to Fr. Warren and other members of the ARF Commission. The first article will focus on racism.
Plans were also made for topics for the monthly Adoration/Holy Hours. The following were scheduled for the next few months with the individual responsible for the planning of the Holy Hour:
February – vespers and quiet reflection
March -- scriptural rosary (sorrowful mysteries) – Sister Rebecca
April – Adoration/Holy Hour will follow the Mass on Holy Thursday
May – farming and agriculture – Sr. Rebecca
June – Sacred Heart of Jesus – Regis
July – Church – State issues – Sister Irene
There was discussion about having Lenten group meetings for the parish on the book Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic by Matthew Kelly. The parish had been given many copies of this book, which were then distributed to parishioners around Christmas. It was decided to ask a number of parishioners if they would be willing to lead these groups, and the group leaders will be commissioned at Masses on February 22nd and 23rd. Sign-up sheets will be in the foyer of the church, but leaders may also recruit potential group members. A study guide for the book, along with prayers and discussion questions was found on-line and will be used for the groups.
We still have an opening for one member for this commission, and there was discussion about individuals who might be willing to serve on it. A couple of names were suggested, and one of these individuals will be asked to join us.
The next meeting of the Adult Religious Formation Team will be on May 6, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sisters’ house.
ARF
- Created: 04 October 2013
ARF Commission October Minutes
SACRED HEART PARISH
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION COMMISSION
October 1, 2013
RESENT: Sister Irene Hartman, Sister Rebecca Otter, Father Warren Stecklein, Diane Dodez, and Regis Lopata
ABSENT: Lynne Eck and Jamie Holopirek
The minutes from the meeting of August 6, 2013 were reviewed and approved as written.
The commission members decided to postpone purchasing of materials from Lighthouse Catholic Media at the present time.
There was discussion about the recent training of Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist (EMEs). We received very positive comments about the sessions, despite the three-hour time period that was scheduled for the training. Thirty-four of the current fifty-five EMEs attended one of the sessions, which means that twenty-one have not yet attended. A make-up session was scheduled for Saturday October 19th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Diane will call those EMEs who have not yet attended a training session. A commissioning for EMEs will be held at Masses on the weekend of October 19th and 20th.
The commission members also reviewed the recent lector’s training sessions. The sessions went very well and we again received positive comments about them. Thirteen lectors attended the training, while fifteen of our current twenty-eight did not attend. A make-up session was scheduled for Sunday, October 13th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Sister Irene will contact those lectors who were unable to attend the previous sessions. We will have a blessing for lectors at Masses on the weekend of October 26th and 27th.
The commission planned the topics for the “So Glad You Asked” column for the Sacred Heart Beat for the next few months. Sister Rebecca will write about human trafficking for November and Sister Irene will have an article about etiquette in the House of God for the December edition. For January, Regis will write about the statement “The Lord Be With You”; Sister Irene will write about St. Blaise and the blessing of throats for February; and Diane will have an article about counting the forty days of Lent for the March issue.
Plans were also made for topics for the monthly Adoration/Holy Hours. The following were scheduled for the next few months with the individual responsible for the planning of the Holy Hour:
October – scriptural rosary (luminous mysteries) – Regis
November – a Marian hour of prayer with the Knights of Columbus or a memorial service for deceased loved ones by Sister Rebecca
December – no Holy Hour will be scheduled for this month
January – church unity – Sister Irene
February – vespers and quiet reflection
March -- scriptural rosary (sorrowful mysteries) – Sister Rebecca
The commission members reviewed a number of Advent reflection booklets with consideration being given to buying a number of booklets for use by parishioners during that season. The decision was made to purchase seventy-five copies each of “Waiting for Jesus” from Creative Communications and “The Joy of Waiting” from Twenty-Third Publications. Some of the copies of both booklets will be given to parishioners in Belpre.
There was some planning for the Advent wreath-making event scheduled for November 24th at 2:00 p.m.
The next meeting of the Adult Religious Formation Team will be on November 5th at 7:00 p.m. at the Sisters’ house. Additionally, another meeting was scheduled for February 4, 2014.
ARF
- Created: 10 August 2013
ARF August 2013 Minutes
SACRED HEART PARISH
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION COMMISSION
October 11, 2011
PRESENT: Sister Irene Hartman, Sister Rebecca Otter, Diane Dodez, Lynne Eck, and Regis Lopata
ABSENT: Father Warren Stecklein, and Jamie Holopirek
The minutes from the meeting of were reviewed and approved as written.
Commission members commented on the work Lynne had done on the bookshelf in the back of church. The bookshelf is looking good and people have been using it. Lynne found some medals and prayer cards, and also placed these on the shelf.
The commission planned the topics for the “So Glad You Asked” column for the Sacred Heart Beat for the next few months. Sister Rebecca will write about evangelization for September. For the October issue, Lynne will write about outreach and Sister Rebecca about human trafficking for November. Sister Irene will have an article about etiquette in the house of God for the December edition.
Plans were also made for topics for the monthly Adoration/Holy Hours. The following were scheduled for the next few months with the individual responsible for the planning of the Holy Hour:
August – school and education – Sister Irene
September – prayer for victims of abuse and violence – Sister Rebecca
October – we will pray a scriptural rosary (luminous mysteries) – Regis
November – memorial service for deceased loved ones – Sister Rebecca
December – no Holy Hour will be scheduled for this month
The was again discussion about placing material from Lighthouse Catholic Media for parishioners in the back of church, although no specific decision was made at this time. An eight-title display of CDs would cost $331 and a sixteen-title display would cost $552. It is possible that someone would agree to sponsor this display to assist with the financing. Lynne will contact the organization for additional information and we will consider what types of CDs to have for it.
There was discussion about formation of Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist (EMEs), and information about a formation program with a prayer service was passed out to commission members. Training sessions will be held for up to three hours on Sunday, September 15th beginning at 1:30 p.m. and on Saturday, September 21st at 9:00 a.m. A small book about EMEs is available and we will order copies for the commission members. It was agreed that the commission would meet again on September 3rd to make arrangements for this training.
There was also discussion about formation for lectors, and sessions were scheduled for September 22nd at 1:30 p.m. and September 28th at 9:00 a.m. A small book about lectors will also be ordered for commission members.
The commission members discussed our planned Advent formation activity of making Advent wreaths. This is scheduled for Sunday, November 24th at 2:00 p.m. Diane has been checking on availability and costs for materials, and planning for this activity will be continued.
There was limited discussion about a Lenten formation activity, which would consist of Word Working sessions, but no specific plans were made at this time. The commission will also look into a formation activity for the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which will be June 27, 2014.
The next meeting of the Adult Religious Formation Team will be on September 3rd at 7:00 p.m. at the Sisters’ house.
ARF
- Created: 19 April 2013
Adult Religious Formation April minutes
SACRED HEART PARISH
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION TEAM
April 2, 2013
PRESENT: Sister Irene Hartman, Sister Rebecca Otter, Father Warren Stecklein, Diane Dodez, Lynne Eck, and Regis Lopata
The minutes from the meeting of February 12, 2013 were reviewed and approved as written.
The team planned the topics for the “So Glad You Asked” column for the Sacred Heart Beat for the next few months. The May issue will have an article on stewardship of the earth, which will be written by Tom Giessel. For the June newsletter, the plans are to ask one of the Sisters in Great Bend to write about global warming. Diane will write about prayer for July; Regis about the Mass in August; Sister Rebecca about evangelization for September; and Lynne will write about outreach for October.
Plans were also made for topics for the monthly Adoration/Holy Hours. The following were scheduled for the next few months with the individual responsible for the planning of the Holy Hour:
April – Earth Day – Sister Irene
May – farming and agriculture – Diane
June – Life, Marriage, and Liberty – Regis
July – Vocations (employment, underemployment, unemployment) –
Diane
August – school and education – Sister Irene
There was discussion about the Year of Faith study groups that are being held by parishioners. Some of the groups have already completed the four sessions, while others have had their initial meeting.
Elaine Coulson has resigned from this team, and there was discussion about possible replacements for her. A couple of names were suggested, and Diane will visit with one of the individuals to see if they would be interested in becoming a member of this team. Sister Irene asked to step down as chairperson of the team, and it was decided that Sister Rebecca and Diane would co-chair the team. Regis will continue in his position as the recorder.
The next meeting of the Adult Religious Formation Team will be on June 4, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sisters’ house.
ARF
- Created: 16 February 2013
Adult Religious Formation February Minutes
SACRED HEART PARISH
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION TEAM
February 12, 2013
PRESENT: Sister Rebecca Otter, Father Warren Stecklein, Lynne Eck, and Regis Lopata
ABSENT: Sister Irene Hartman, Elaine Coulson, and Diane Dodez
The minutes of the meeting of November 13, 2012 were reviewed and approved.
Future subjects of the “So Glad You Asked” column in the Sacred Heart Beat were discussed. Lynne reviewed the article for the March issue about how Catholics view our relationship with the Blessed Virgin Mary. Sister Irene will have the April issue on the papacy, and Sister Rebecca will write an article on May crowning for the May issue. For the June issue, we may ask a guest columnist for an article regarding stewardship and global warming.
There was discussion about study groups in the parish for the Year of Faith. Groups will be hosted by the following individuals or couples: Mary Klinge, Lynne and Roger Eck, Michael and Marissa Klemens, Joan Molleker, Dee and Roger Myers, and Colleen Carlson. There was some discussion about parishioners who could be invited to attend one of the groups. Copies of the material will be provided for each person and/or couple participating in the groups.
The Holy Hour/Adoration for this month will involve Vespers and quiet time for prayer. At the March Holy Hour, we may have a presentation on the seven last words of Christ, and in April we will focus on spring, planting, farming, and Earth Day. At the May Holy Hour/Adoration, we may focus on issues related to employment, unemployment, underemployment, and health insurance.
The next meeting of the Adult Religious Formation Team will be on April 9, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sisters’ house.
ARF
- Created: 15 February 2013
Adult Religous Formation November Minutes
SACRED HEART PARISH
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION TEAM
November 13, 2012
PRESENT: Sister Irene Hartman, Sister Rebecca Otter, Diane Dodez, Lynne Eck, and Regis Lopata
ABSENT: Father Warren Stecklein, Elaine Coulson
The minutes of the meeting of September 4, 2012 were reviewed and approved.
Future subjects of the “So Glad You Asked” column in the Sacred Heart Beat were discussed. Sister Rebecca will have the December issue on Advent; Sister Irene will write for the January newsletter about welcoming people back to the Church; Diane will do the February article on the Sign of the Cross; and Lynne will have the March issue about Catholics not worshipping the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The team discussed the recent parish centennial celebration. The team members thought that the celebration was beautifully done and many positive comments were received from parishioners.
There was discussion about developing study groups in the parish for the Year of Faith. The materials for these groups were reviewed during the meeting. Lynne indicated that she and her husband would be hosting one of the groups. Sister Irene reported that she visited with Mary Kerns about hosting a different group. Diane will talk to a couple (the Carlson’s) from Burdett about doing so; Sister Rebecca will speak to LuAnn Pankratz about this; and Regis will visit with Michael and Marissa Klemens about hosting a group. There was discussion about how to involve other parishioners who might want to be in such a group, but are not specifically invited by one of the hosts. No specific decision was made about this, however. We also have magnets for the Year of Faith which we will hand out to parishioners after the Masses on the weekend of January 5th and 6th. Regis and Lynne will hand out the magnets after the Saturday Mass, while Diane and Sister Rebecca will do so after Mass on Sunday.
The Holy Hour/Adoration for this month will be devoted to reviewing the blessings that were written by parishioners earlier this month, and the team members sorted these blessings in preparation for this. There will not be a Holy Hour/Adoration in December, and the one in January will focus on church unity.
It was decided that we would not do an exchange of names in the parish for Advent this year. Plans are being made for processions with Advent candles for each of the Masses during that season. This will be done differently than in previous years.
Some of the team members will be involved in bell ringing for the Salvation Army next month.
The next meeting of the Adult Religious Formation Team will be on January 15, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sisters’ house.
ARF
- Created: 15 September 2012
Adult Religious Formation minutes (ARF)
SACRED HEART PARISH
ADULT RELIGIOUS FORMATION TEAM
September 4, 2012
PRESENT: Sister Irene Hartman, Sister Rebecca Otter, Father Warren Stecklein, Diane Dodez, Lynne Eck, and Regis Lopata
ABSENT: Elaine Coulson
The minutes of the meeting of June 12, 2012 were reviewed and approved.
We have not heard anything from Elaine about her membership on the team. There was discussion about several individuals who might be considered as possible team members. These people will be contacted to determine if they might be interested and available as future team members.
The team discussed themes for upcoming Eucharistic adorations:
September 19th: prayer for students, teachers, and parents
October 17th: gratitude for the past 100 years of Sacred Heart Parish and initiating the Year of Faith
November 20th: this will be on a Tuesday, as the regular Wednesday adoration for that month would be the evening before Thanksgiving. The theme for this adoration is thanksgiving for the many blessings we have received. We will ask parishioners to write blessings on pieces of paper at the masses on the weekend of November 3rd and 4th. We will then give thanks for these blessings at the adoration.
There was discussion about the “So Glad You Asked” articles published recently in the Sacred Heart Beat. Sister Irene wrote an article for the October issue, which the team reviewed. Regis will write one on what parishioners can do to assist with RCIA. There was some discussion about future topics.
The Year of Faith begins in October of this year. As part of celebrating this, we will use a faith prayer during masses beginning that month. In addition, during January, we will give parishioners magnets with information about increasing our faith. The team also discussed asking some couples in the parish to invite friends to their home on several occasions to discuss faith issues. These discussions could occur during Lent or on a quarterly basis through the year.
The team discussed the recent “Fortnight for Freedom”. Our parish complied with the request of the Bishop that we do something for this, as we prayed a rosary on a daily basis for religious freedom. A couple of parishioners offered their thanks for these daily rosaries.
The team was asked to address invitations for our parish centennial celebration, which was done after the meeting.
The next meeting of the Adult Religious Formation Team will be on November 13, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the Sisters’ house.
ARF
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