Bereavement Ministries
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Bereavement Ministry
The Bereavement Ministry offers prayers and assistance, especially in the important task of helping our bereaved parishioners to plan the funeral liturgy. The ministry also sends cards, attends wakes and funeral Masses, and offers assistance in planning the annual Mass of Remembrance. Contact Maggie LeRoy 219-326-1837, maggieleroylp@gmail.com. |
Mass of Remembrance
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Arimatheans
Parishioners from all three parishes who pray for the deceased and their families as well as attend funerals as they are able to provide a visible sign of our parishes support and comfort at a time of loss.
Contact Maggie LeRoy 219-326-1837, maggieleroylp@gmail.com.
Parishioners from all three parishes who pray for the deceased and their families as well as attend funerals as they are able to provide a visible sign of our parishes support and comfort at a time of loss.
Contact Maggie LeRoy 219-326-1837, maggieleroylp@gmail.com.
Funeral Lunch Ministry
This ministry offers a prepared lunch following the funeral to the family and friends of a deceased member of the parish.
St Peter’s - Joan Hensell 219-393-3909 or hensell1966@comcast.net, or Chris Moryl 219-362-4084 or csmoryl@comcast.net.
St Joseph’s - Parish Office 219-362-9595
Sacred Heart - Julie Kosnik 219-363-6878 or juliekos61@aol.com.
This ministry offers a prepared lunch following the funeral to the family and friends of a deceased member of the parish.
St Peter’s - Joan Hensell 219-393-3909 or hensell1966@comcast.net, or Chris Moryl 219-362-4084 or csmoryl@comcast.net.
St Joseph’s - Parish Office 219-362-9595
Sacred Heart - Julie Kosnik 219-363-6878 or juliekos61@aol.com.
Women's Groups
Kingdom Builders: A monthly women's reflection and adoration is held on the third Thursday of the month at Sacred Heart Catholic church (201 Bach St, La Porte, IN 46350). The first 45 minutes is a reflection, followed by 45 minutes of Adoration (some silence, some music, some meditation)! ALL women are invited and welcome to this beautiful event. Contact Katie Shannon at lpmkatie@gmail.com for more information
Advent by Candlelight: The popular women’s candlelit evening of reflection typically held during the first week of Advent. Women of all ages gather for fellowship, delicious desserts and an Advent reflection. Contact Katie Shannon (lpmkatie@gmail.com or 262-794-2570) or Marae Moore (maraemoore@gmail.com or 269-598-4927).
Advent by Candlelight: The popular women’s candlelit evening of reflection typically held during the first week of Advent. Women of all ages gather for fellowship, delicious desserts and an Advent reflection. Contact Katie Shannon (lpmkatie@gmail.com or 262-794-2570) or Marae Moore (maraemoore@gmail.com or 269-598-4927).
Circle Ministries: The Circles are social, prayer and charitable groups for women that meet monthly.
- The Kateri Circle supports local charities with their “Unique Chance” fund raiser in November). Contact Georgene Murphy at 219-778-4394 or georgenemurphy@gmail.com.
- The Lady of Snows Circle provides needed items for the Altar. Contact Rhea Ferrell at 219-362-1970.
- The Kateri Circle supports local charities with their “Unique Chance” fund raiser in November). Contact Georgene Murphy at 219-778-4394 or georgenemurphy@gmail.com.
- The Lady of Snows Circle provides needed items for the Altar. Contact Rhea Ferrell at 219-362-1970.
Men’s Groups
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Men’s Groups
LaPorte Catholic Men's Group: Men from our parishes gather on the 2nd Saturday of each month. The group gathers at 8 am at St. Peter Church for 30-minutes of Eucharistic Adoration, Reconciliation, Rosary, and Benediction. Afterward, we join in fellowship in the church hall with coffee. For more information, contact Vic Stearns at 219-363-4313 or vjmeste54@gmail.com. Knights of Columbus: An International fraternal service organization of Catholic men dedicated to promoting and conducting educational, charitable, religious and social welfare works. Interested in becoming a Knight? Contact Scott Zoborosky scott.zoborosky.gt1e@statefarm.com
Holy Name Society: An organization of men from Sacred Heart parish involved in service, spirituality, charity and social activities. Contact the parish office.
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Social Activity Planning
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Special Events Ministry
The group helps prepare for parish events such as pilgrimage trips, graduation receptions, St. Joseph Feast Day, etc. Contact the parish offices for more information: St. Joseph: 219-362-9595 St. Peter: 219-362-2509 Sacred Heart: 219-362-2815 Polish Country Kitchen
Raises funds at community events through the preparation and sale of food items that honor the ethnic heritage of Sacred Heart parish. To learn more, contact Cassie Kubaszyk irishpole95@gmail.com or 219-363-8917. |
Outdoor Mass at Annual Parish Picnic
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Parish Picnic Committee
This committee is responsible for the planning and organizing of our La Porte Parish picnic. Contact the parish office.
This committee is responsible for the planning and organizing of our La Porte Parish picnic. Contact the parish office.
