Saint Sebastian Catholic Church • 476 Mull Ave. Akron, OH 44320 • 330-836-2233
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Stewardship Catalog of Ministries

Liturgical | Music | Spiritual | Faith Formation | Parish Life | Social Issues | Community Outreach | Administrative | Saint Sebastian School

Liturgical Ministries

Altar Servers

Altar servers assist the Priest for daily and weekend liturgies. Interested boys and girls, grade 5 through high school, must participate in training sessions and periodic refreshers. Adults welcome, too. Contact: Larry Furman, 330-864-3041

Art and Environment

Members plan and prepare the church space for liturgical and secular seasons with an appreciation and understanding of Catholic liturgy. Parishioners are welcome to contribute their gifts of designing, decorating, sewing, woodworking or other visual arts. Contact: Barb Whitney, 330-836-3635, akronwhitney@aol.com

Children's Liturgy of the Word

During the Scripture readings and homily at Sunday Mass, children in kindergarten through 6th grade hear the Word of God at an age-appropriate level. Adults are needed to lead and assist in proclaiming the Word and engage the children in faith-filled activities. Contact: Carolyn Humston, 330-836-2233 x129, humstonc@stsebastian.org

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (formerly Eucharistic Ministers)

EMHCs distribute the Eucharist under both species for liturgies and special events. (Visiting Eucharistic Ministers take communion into the community. See separate heading.) Parishioners are nominated by current EMHCs and must be approved by the pastor. Both diocesan and parish training are required. For those seeking more involvement, an EMHC may take additional training to become a Mass Coordinator, one who oversees the duties of the liturgical ministers at the weekend or holy day liturgies. Contact: Karen Bader, 330-864-1863, karenliturgy@aol.com

General Intercessions

This committee meets to pray, reflect on the Sunday readings and write the Prayers of the Faithful proclaimed at Sunday liturgies. They meet every few weeks at the convenience of the committee. Contact: Marga Bohm, 330-867-7081, gbohm@neo.rr.com

Lectors

These men and women proclaim the Scriptures during Mass. As the Word is a central element of the liturgy, lectors must be willing to study the readings and proclaim them with understanding. Training is provided. Passion is required. Contact: Ted Varga, 330-873-1475, tedv1984@yahoo.com

Nursery (9:00am Mass)

A warm, safe, and comfortable environment for children, infants to four years, is provided for parishioners who are attending the 9:00am Sunday Mass. Adult and teen volunteers are needed to care for the children. Contact: Ann Grass, 330-864-0337

Sacristans

Sacristans work quietly behind the scenes, keeping the sanctuary and altars clean and dusted. They order and replace candles and hosts; clean and repair linens, priests' albs and servers' robes; set-up for daily Mass, funerals and weddings with the proper vessels. Sacristans also work hand in hand with Art and Environment. Contact: Nancy Demeter, 330-836-8758

Transportation to Mass

Volunteers are needed to take individuals to Mass who cannot drive due to health or other reasons. This important ministry ensures that every member of our parish family is present at Mass as we celebrate together. Contact: Steve Marks, 330-867-1536

Ushers

The ushers' ministry is one of welcome and service. Responsibilities include assisting special needs people, distributing and collecting material, etc. Ushers are trained in using a defibrillator. Parishioners of all ages are welcome. Contact: Jim Dettling, 330-666-2952

Visiting Eucharistic Ministers (VEM)

VEMs bring the Eucharist to parishioners in hospitals, nursing facilities or their homes who can’t attend Mass due to age, illness, or other circumstances. Visitations times are flexible according to the schedules of the ministers and recipients. Diocesan and parish training is required. Contact: Elaine Fechko, 330-836-2233 x103, fechkoe@stsebastian.org

Worship Committee

This committee works with the pastor in planning and evaluating aspects of all worship; meetings are the forum for input from all the liturgical ministries. Contact: Karen Bader, 330-864-1863, karenliturgy@aol.com

Music Ministries

Contact: Lynn Frey, 330-836-2233 x111, freyl@stsebastian.org

Cantors

Cantors lead the assembly in worship and song. A pleasant voice and a welcoming demeanor are essential. The ministry is open to anyone Junior High age or older. Training is provided; rehearsals are held seasonally.

Children's Choir

Children of the parish, grades 2 through 8, are invited to be a part of the Children's Choir, a seasonal group that sings for Christmas and Easter. Students may be involved in the choir for one or both seasons. Rehearsals are held seasonally.

Handbell Choir

Through the unique sounds of bells, members enhance liturgies during the year and participate in other musical outreach programs. The ability to read music is not required. Rehearsals are weekly from September to June. Membership is open to teens and adults.

Men's Quartet

This group sings both traditional and cross-cultural repertoire from all style periods. They sing occasionally for Sunday Liturgy as well as for other special occasions. Rehearsals are held twice a month from September to June.

Parish Choir

Parish Choir sings traditional and multicultural music for weekly Liturgies as well as holidays, special occasions, funerals, and weddings. Open to teens and adults with pleasant singing voices, they rehearse weekly from September to June. They offer prayer and social gatherings. No audition is required and the ability to read music is optional.

Praise and Worship Ensemble

This group provides a wide variety of instrumental, vocal, and ensemble presentations for Sunday Liturgies, special occasions, funerals and weddings. Teens and adults with a pleasant singing voice or capable instrumental skills are welcome. Vocal audition or the ability to read music is not required. Rehearsals are held weekly year round and include time for fellowship and prayer.

Spiritual Ministries

31 Club

Sponsored by the Serra Clubs of the Cleveland Diocese, the 31 Club fosters and promotes vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Members commit to attend Mass one day each month for the intention of past, present, and future priests and religious of St. Sebastian parish. It is critical that we pray for them to have the courage and fortitude to answer God’s call and to be faithful to their vocations. Contact: Louise Hellwig, 330-864-6057

Adoration

Parishioners are invited and encouraged to spend time with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Exposition is on Tuesdays after the 8:00am Mass until 8pm, ending with Benediction. Twice monthly, the last hour is set aside for the special intentions of parish families and vocations. Volunteers are needed as the exposed Eucharist cannot be left unattended. Jesus waits to hear your footfall coming to visit Him! Contact: Marga Bohm, 330-867-7081, gbohm@neo.rr.com

Book Rack

The parish bookrack in the church vestibule provides a means of adult faith formation by offering Catholic periodicals for sale, including newspapers and monthly Bible study booklets. Pamphlets from Christian social service organizations and prayer cards are available free of charge. Volunteer duties include restocking, organizing, and record-keeping. The parish office oversees the suitability of materials placed here. Contact: Pat Clark-Varga, 330-873-1475, patcv1984@yahoo.com

McDonough Resource Center

This library, located in the rear of the church, is the perfect quiet spot to read or study about the Catholic faith. It houses an extensive collection of books, periodicals, audio and video tapes, and equipment for the use of parishioners and catechists. Additional volunteers are needed to help maintain this valuable resource. Contact: Joseph Kastelic, 330-865-1837

Memorial of Fresh Flowers

Remember your loved ones, honor our patron saints and brighten our church. Donations of cash, bouquets, planters, cuttings from your garden or your time are welcomed. Contact: Marga Bohm, 330-867-7081, gbohm@neo.rr.com

Prayer Line

When parishioners request special prayers, their intentions are passed to many people via the Parish Prayer Line. This is an effective way to intercede for important prayer intentions. New intercessors are always welcome. Contact: Joanne McDonagh, 330-867-2596

Retreats

Retreats, held at Loyola of the Lakes Jesuit Retreat House in Portage Lakes, are offered to parishioners as a way to deepen and continue their spiritual journey and build a faith community. Both the men’s and women’s retreats are held on a weekend in Lent. Additional retreats are scheduled in autumn pending interest. Volunteers are essential to the success of these retreats. Contact Men: Tom Burkely, 330-864-8694, martom315@aol.com. Contact Women: Marge Burkely, 330-864-8694, martom315@aol.com

Rosary Cenacle of Prayer

Based on a practice of Marian-ordered priests, parishioners gather weekly to pray for the needs of the Church, vocations and individual petitions. Contact: Joan Brownfield, 330-864-1708, brownfieldj@stsebastian.org

Vocations Promotion

This organization fosters vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Members grow through fellowship, education, and service. They provide material for the bulletin and arrange for speakers to share inspirational testimony about their vocations. This ministry includes the devotion to the vocation cross - a devotional that helps families focus on prayer for priestly vocations. Parishioners sign up to receive the Vocation Cross with accompanying materials and prayers at Mass and keep it in their home for one week. Contact: Marga Bohm, 330-867-7081, gbohm@neo.rr.com

Votive Lights

Volunteers are needed daily after the 8:00am morning Mass to maintain the votive candles in the church and collect donations. Contact: Don Adams, 330-867-9342

Faith Formation Ministries

Baptism Preparation Team

A dedicated group of lay leaders prepare parents and godparents to understand and appreciate the responsibilities that come with the sacrament of Baptism. Members prepare the sacramentals to be used during the baptism and assist the families that day. Contact: Bobbie DeKemper, 330-865-6539

Bible Study

Participants of this ministry are given an opportunity to grow in their faith through an understanding and appreciation of Sacred Scripture. Contact: Larry Furman, 330-864-3041, makronym@yahoo.com

Christian Faith Formation Team

The mission is to coordinate the spiritual needs of the St. Sebastian community. Through study, education and the strengthened prayer life of all our parishioners, we will be led into a deeper relationship with Christ and a better understanding of our Catholic faith. People of strong faith are needed to assess opportunities for spiritual growth on a parish-wide basis. Contact: Elaine Fechko, 330-836-2233 x103, fechkoe@stsebastian.org

Marriage Preparation

Established married couples meet with engaged couples to spend an evening and discuss the results of their diocesan marriage assessment. Training is provided. Contact: Elaine Fechko, 330-836-2233 x103, fechkoe@stsebastian.org

Parish School of Religion (PSR)

1st through 8th grade public and home-schooled students have the opportunity to grow in their faith by attending weekly PSR classes. Students participate in sacramental programs, discover the richness of their faith, and learn how this faith will become the foundation of their lives. Volunteer teachers and assistants are vital to the program. Teachers must be certified or in the process of certification. Classes meet September to May. Contact: Melane Francis, 330-836-9107, francism@stsebastian.org; Carolyn Humston, 330-836-2233 x129, humstonc@stsebastian.org

Pre-Cana/Cana II

An important part of wedding preparation is the Pre-Cana session. The program helps couples entering marriage for the first time to better understand each other and the importance and dignity of married life. If one partner has been married previously, Cana II is the more appropriate preparation program. Volunteer couples are needed for a variety of tasks in support of this program. Contact: Dave Blischak, 330-867-0365, dmbakron@msn.com

Pre-School Religion

This program gives three to five year olds an opportunity to share the love of Jesus with others and supports home learning in the early stages of Christian formation. Classes are held during Mass from September to May. Volunteers teach and share their faith with these young children. Teachers must be certified or in the process of certification. Contact: Melane Francis, 330-836-9107, francism@stsebastian.org; Carolyn Humston, 330-836-2233 x129, humstonc@stsebastian.org

Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults Team (RCIA)

RCIA is the process by which adults become Catholic, return to the Church, or receive sacraments they missed as a child. Catechists and sponsors are needed to provide education, hospitality, and support and to guide catechumens on their journey toward a fuller practice of their faith. The program runs from fall through spring. Contact: Elaine Fechko, 330-836-2233 x103, fechkoe@stsebastian.org

Vacation Bible School

VBS is offered in the summer for any child in grades 1-5. Adult and teen volunteers lead activities which encourage the children to grow in their relationship with Christ while having fun. Contact: Carolyn Humston, 330-836-2233 x129, humstonc@stsebastian.org

Parish Life Ministries

Archivist

Archivists compile the history of the parish family through words, photos and videos. They review parish records and documents to preserve the history of the parish for future generations. Contact: Ralph Witt, 330-864-6019, ralphfwitt@aol.com

Athletics/CYO

Catholic Youth Organization is a group that fosters participation in athletics for youth. All children of the parish no matter what school they attend may participate in CYO sports. The program is always in need of women and men to coach all sports. Contact: Mark Constance, 330-836-2233 extension 232, mgconstance@yahoo.com

Boy Scouts/Troop 96

For young men in grades 6 through high school, the mission of the Boy Scouts is to prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling the values of the Scout Oath and Law. Volunteers help with all activities. Contact: Dave Tschantz, 330-864-0646, dtschant@neo.rr.com

Bridge Flights

Both singles and couples with an interest in bridge or euchre, fellowship and fun are encouraged to join! The flights meet once a month from October through May. A portion of the dues are donated for parish needs. Contact: Anne Hergenrother, 330-836-5834, abhergen@sbcglobal.net

Cub Scouts/Pack 3096

Through participation in den meetings and outings, boys in grades 1-5 play games, build crafts, earn advancement, and learn to do their best. Activities are used to achieve the aims of scouting: citizenship training, character development, and personal fitness. Many parent volunteers are needed. Contact: Don Salyers, 330-865-0780, salyersjr@neo.rr.com

Donut Sunday

Donuts and coffee, provided by the parish, are served after Mass on two Sundays of the month. This hospitality ministry enables parishioners to socialize after Mass. Individuals and/or groups are needed to staff this event. Contact: Position open for coordinator. Call Rectory, 330-386-2233

Girl Scouts

In an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world. In partnership with committed adult volunteers, Girl Scouts cultivate leadership, social conscience, and conviction about their own self worth. They enjoy outdoor fun, crafts, and community service projects, as well as the ever-popular cookie sales! Contact: Pam Wilde, 330-836-7163, wpamwilde@sbcglobal.net

Gratitude Ministry

As a parish, there are many people for whom we are thankful. This ministry gives us the opportunity to express our appreciation to groups and individuals for their contributions to our parish and local community. This can be accomplished through phone calls, cards or personal notes. Contact: Anne Hergenrother, 330-836-5834, abhergen@sbcglobal.net

Junior High Youth Ministry

Jr. High Youth programs provide a safe, caring and accepting environment for 7th and 8th graders in the parish and offer a wide range of activities designed to promote the spiritual, social, and service components integral to effective Catholic youth ministry. Activities include monthly faith-based meetings, social and service activity, as well as one annual retreat. Volunteers help chaperone, drive, and assist at meetings. Contact: Cathy Sivec, 330-835-1427, hccjsiv@aol.com

Little Flower Garden Club

Under the patronage of Saint Theresa, the Little Flower, the mission of this ministry is to stimulate the knowledge and understanding of all growing things. Volunteers, with or without gardening experience, help promote gardening and conservation efforts in the parish and community. The nationally sanctioned garden show held annually in August is one of the area’s premier gardening events. Contact: Mary Jeanne Cochrun, 330-666-1673

Sanctuary Society

Sanctuary Society, which includes all women of the parish, is financially responsible for all items relating to the sanctuary: altar breads, wine, candles, flowers, vestments for the clergy, etc. Monies are raised through various functions, dues and donations. Sanctuary Society is always looking for volunteers to help with their fundraisers as well as serve on the operating board. Contact: Kathy Holaday, 330-836-8447, kathyzh@hotmail.com

Seniors

Members gather to meet, make friends, and maintain social contact. Monthly meetings include refreshments and Bingo. Contact: Diana Lias, 330-733-2089

Senior High Youth Ministry

Sr. High Youth programs provide a safe, caring and accepting environment for high-school students of the parish and offer a wide range of activities designed to promote the spiritual, social, and service components integral to effective Catholic youth ministry. Activities include monthly faith-based meetings, social and service activities, as well as an annual retreat. Adult volunteers are needed for the success of this ministry. Contact: Cathy Sivec, 330-835-1427, hccjsiv@aol.com

Single and Divorced Ministry

Adult singles find a network of Christian support and fellowship in this group. They hold social activities, pray together, and perform service projects. Contact: Carolyn Humston, 330-836-2233 x129, humstonc@stsebastian.org

Ski Club

All parishioners are invited to hit the local slopes during the winter months. Contact: Katrina Stoneman, 330-869-8705

Web Site Team

Knowledgeable computer users are needed to assist with maintenance of parish web pages. A working knowledge of web-design programs is helpful. Contact: Carol Seaman, 330-869-2070, cas64@sbcglobal.net

Welcoming Committee

Members of this ministry welcome new parishioners through personal contact and by hosting various events to make them feel at home. Contact: Virginia Scott, 330-745-0067 verde@raex.com

Young Adult Group

This group seeks to welcome all in Christian hospitality and grow in the Catholic faith. Group members are single or married, between 18 and 39 years old, living in the greater Akron area that are committed to deepening their relationship with God through weekly study of scripture and teachings of the Church. Contact: Matt Fedak, 330-923-1240, chewie78@sbcglobal.net

Social Issues Ministries

…And Justice for All

This group seeks to lead the parish and community effort that responds to the call of Jesus – through prayer, education, advocacy and action – to raise awareness of today’s social issues and implement the Church’s mission of justice. Together, members read, study and discuss issues of social justice locally, nationally and internationally, in order to educate themselves, the parish and the community. They meet monthly. Contact: Colleen Tigelman, 330-869-0101, cmurphy777@aol.com

Bereavement

This ministry reaches out to those who have recently lost a loved one. Its purpose is to make the Church present in this time of grief. Members send cards, offer condolences, or help in many other ways. Contact: Elaine Fechko, 330-836-2233 x103, fechkoe@stsebastian.org

Crisis Intervention

This ministry responds to critical needs of parishioners in a counseling and referral capacity. Parishioners who are qualified in a "crisis" field, such as social workers, medical professional and professional counselors, are needed as counselors for the expansion and success of this ministry. Contact: Betty Regan, 330-864-8019, bettyregan@sbcglobal.net

Ecumenical Efforts

The purpose of this group is to develop and maintain close relationships with neighboring Christian churches, affording our parish the opportunity to meet, greet, promote harmony, celebrate and worship together. Events include picnics, book reviews, speakers and joint worship services. Volunteers are needed to help plan as well as assist with the physical needs of such events. Contact: Larry Furman, 330-864-3041, makronym@yahoo.com

Elizabeth Ministry

This ministry supports couples who are suffering infertility, miscarriage, or other infant or child crises. If you have life experience in any of these areas, your wisdom and insight is needed. Contact: Elaine Fechko, 330-836-2233 x103, fechkoe@stsebastian.org

Evangelization

Every Catholic was given a mission at Baptism to bring people to the Lord through their witness and outreach. The goal of the Evangelization Ministry is to reach out to people who are searching for a relationship with the Lord. Contact: Fr. William Karg, 330-836-2233 x102

Funeral Luncheons

Easing the pain of grieving families, this group coordinates the receptions or luncheons which accompany parish funerals. Volunteers are needed to set-up, serve, and clean-up after the event. Contact: Fran Sawaya, 330-864-2298, fmsawaya@aol.com; Anne Hergenrother, 330-836-5834, abhergen@sssnet.com

Legion of Mary

Through a devotion to the Blessed Mother, members seek a sanctified life through prayer and service. They attend weekly meetings and also perform the apostolic work of taking Communion to area nursing homes, hospitals and senior day care centers while promoting their devotion to Mary. Contact: Maralyn Yanko, 330-864-0305

Mother of Sorrows Support Group

Mother of Sorrows is a support group for the bereaved. This ministry is one of worship, service and healing. Members attend all parish funerals to offer support and consolation through prayer, song and group presence. Contact: Lillian Kosley, 330-867-6824

Respect Life Committee

This ministry is dedicated to defending human life from conception to natural death. The committee works to build a "culture of life," primarily through prayer, but also by educating the community about practices that uphold the dignity of life. With volunteer help, activities are organized throughout the year: Life chain, Mother’s Day carnation sale and Akron Beacon Journal pro-life advertisement. Contact: Pat Clark-Varga, 330-873-1475, patcv1984@yahoo.com

St. Vincent de Paul Society

A traditional Catholic organization, it provides care for the poor within the parish boundaries through the distribution of funds, blankets and food. Referrals to outside social agencies may provide additional assistance for clients. Contact: Jim Kranz, 330-864-1816

Transportation – Medical

Volunteers are needed during the week to take parishioners, who cannot drive due to health or other reasons, to their doctor and/or other medical appointments. Contact: Betty Regan, 330-864-8019

Women In Church and Society

This group, in cooperation with the Diocesan Office for Women in Church and Society, listens to the existing and emerging needs of women of the parish. They respond through their commitment to social and ecclesial justice within the parish. Contact: Mary Yanko, 330-867-3946

Community Outreach

Giving Tree

Many of our neighbors have little, often lacking even life’s bare necessities. The Giving Tree offers parishioners the opportunity to meet those needs during the Christmas Season. The work of this seasonal ministry (Advent), which requires some coordination with local charities and parish organizations, entails set-up, maintenance and clean-up of three trees, construction of ornaments, gathering of gifts and, finally, delivery to these charities on two weekends in December. Contact: Larry Furman, 330-864-3041, makronym@yahoo.com

Good Samaritan Hunger Center

The Good Samaritan Hunger Center provides food to Akron area residents faced with hunger; low-income individuals and families, the homeless, the unemployed, the elderly, the mentally and physically disabled. Volunteers, age 14 and older are needed to serve hot meals and distribute bags of food, Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM at the Hunger Center on the parish grounds. Contact: Nan Bartlett, 330-864-8520, goodsamhunger@aol.com

Nazareth Housing

The Nazareth Housing Development has programs for the poor and disadvantaged for home construction, home repairs, financial literacy classes, and down-payment assistance. Volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, help with grant writing and an annual reverse raffle. Contact: Mike Steel, 330-867-5426

Rankin Tutoring Program

Members of this program reinforce reading, writing and math skills for at-risk children in kindergarten through 5th grade attending Rankin School. They work with children Monday through Thursday mornings for 2 hours per day with subjects directed by a teacher. Contact: Mary Loraditch, 330-836-0886

Administrative Ministries

Collection Counters

Our weekend collection is counted on Sunday morning with a rotating team on a once per month schedule. Members gather at 10:30am on Sunday to count all three weekend Masses usually ending by 12:00 Noon. Volunteers are needed in both routine and substitute capacities. Contact: Jim Petit, 330-665-0640, jepmares@aol.com

Facilities Committee

The team provides long-range planning and goal setting for the St. Sebastian campus. They help manage any parish "work days" and individual volunteer activities. They also provide parishioner input to the Pastor and Parish Council concerning facility related issues. Contact: Bill Berger, 330-864-8348

Finance Council

It is the responsibility of the Parish Finance Council to advise and aid the pastor in the administration of the parish finances in order to carry out the mission of the parish. Contact: Ken Contrera, 330-867-1543, kencontrera@yahoo.com

Grounds Crew

St. Sebastian takes tremendous pride in its campus. Volunteers work one Saturday morning a month from April to October to plan, plant, and mulch the flower beds. A small group works weekly to maintain the beds by weeding, watering, etc. All parishioners are invited to help keep our grounds in tip-top shape. Contact: Dan McCorkle, 330-836-4551, dmc8364551@aol.com

Parish Council

Parish Council is an advisory group for the pastor. It seeks to foster parish unity, assess parish needs, develop parish programs, coordinate parish activities, encourage parish participation in spiritual and apostolic life, and provide a forum for parish dialogue. Contact: Bert Brownfield, 330-864-1703, rbsdad@aol.com

Rectory Cooks

Cooks are needed to prepare dinners for our priest. Volunteer to help out once a month or more to fit your schedule. This is a great opportunity to serve those who so selflessly serve this parish. Contact: Rectory, 836-2233

Stewardship: A Disciple's Response

Disciples Response promotes the concept of gratefulness for gifts received from God and the responsibility of displaying this gratitude by sharing these gifts with others. Activities include organizing the annual Stewardship Renewal and promoting the stewardship message of time, talent and treasure throughout the year. The committee meets monthly. Members need an earnest desire to help others appreciate their God-given gifts and guide them in using those gifts. Contact: Dave Tschantz, 330-864-0646, dtschant@neo.rr.com

Saint Sebastian School Ministries

Please call 330-836-9107 for many other involvement opportunities at Saint Sebastian School.

Booster Club

The boosters are a group of interested parents and parishioners devoted to maintaining a sports program at St. Sebastian School. Through their fund-raising programs, sports equipment and uniforms used in the sports programs are purchased. Contact: Don Coughlin, 330-524-6120, Cough75695@aol.com

Home and School Association (HASA)

The purpose of this organization is to foster and continue the basic concepts of Catholic education while enhancing the parents' and teachers' role in the education of children by increasing their mutual understanding of children. It provides an opportunity for parishioners and parents, in an advisory and service capacity, to work together with the faculty and administration for the good of the children. HASA works toward funding projects which benefit the children and the school. Contact: Norma Horwitz, 330-670-0246, n_f_horwitz@hotmail.com

Publicity for School

Keeping communications flowing to the parish family and community takes a focused effort. Writers, artists, PR specialists, web-site professionals, photographers and community liaisons are just some of the skills needed. Volunteer your expertise for a specific project or on an on-going basis. Contact: John Munka, 330-867-7538