Alpha
Alpha is a series exploring the Christian faith, run over 8-11 weeks. Each talk looks at a different question around faith and is designed to create conversation. Alpha is run around the globe, and everyone is welcome. This is a free program, and food will be provided at all sessions. The Fall session will take...
Altar Servers
Boys and girls in fourth grade or older assist at Mass (weekends, holy days, and weddings). Commitment of attendance at training sessions, then rotating schedule.
Blood Drive
The blood drives are held in our facilities 2-3 times per year. The next blood drive will be held Sunday, February 25 from 7:00am to 1:00pm in the Sarto Center. To donate, please contact Rosemary or sign up in Gathering Area.
Community
The Community Commission seeks to strengthen the bonds and connections between parishioners through different activities and ministries. It is made up of various organizations in the parish. Its goal is to build a deeper sense of Christian community for all ages and interest groups in the parish. The scope of the Commission includes Hospitality and Welcoming, Parish...
Crossroads
Crossroads is the name of the 4 local parishes (St. Pius X, Holy Name of Jesus, Holy Redeemer, and St. Sebastian ) who collaborate to provide their parishes with diverse opportunities to learn and explore various topics within the Catholic faith. All adults, age 16 and older, are encouraged and welcome to attend. Crossroads events are open to all, and...
Eucharistic Ministers
Assist the Priest by distributing Communion during Mass. Candidates must be baptized, confirmed, and in good standing in the Church. Especially needed for the 5:30 PM Mass on Saturday.
Eucharistic Small Group
As we continue this year of Eucharistic Revival, we would like to invite you to grow closer to Jesus alongside fellow parishioners through the Jesus and the Eucharist study. This study was specifically designed for this Year of Parish Revival, and we will be joining many other parishes throughout the United States in participating in...
Faith Formation
Christ engaged people through stories, teachings, and parables and in the process challenged them to think about what they believed to be true about life, forgiveness, each other, God, and so much more. Formation Leadership Formation Commission: Provide vision and guidance for the achievement of goals for parish formation processes and programs. Commitment of one...
Finance Council
The Finance Council is a committee of servant leaders, which shares its wisdom to advise the Pastor on financial matters and the administration of parish property. Its role includes assisting in the preparation of the parish budget, providing annual reports to parishioners, developing long-range planning for operational and capital needs, and encouraging parish stewardship. The...
Food Pantry
Teams for food packing and/or delivery. Flexible Schedules. Donations of food items are always appreciated! Please drop items off in the wooden box on your way into the Church or just inside the doors of the food pantry (old convent).
Haiti Golf Benefit
Team of parishioners to help plan the Haiti Golf Benefit in August. Planning usually begins in May and goes through August. To register for this year’s Golf Benefit, click here.
Grief Share
Grief Share is a 14-week, faith-based, video-driven series, “A Journey from Mourning to Joy.” We meet every Thursday evening from March 23-June 29 from 6:30- 8:30pm. While the program is new for St. Pius X, the facilitators are the same as for the previous monthly meetings. For more information, pick up a brochure and a...
Good Grief Ministry
Volunteers offer assistance and support to grieving parishioners through visits, phone calls, sending cards, and assist at funerals as greeters.
Haiti
Our Mission in Haiti For more than a decade, St. Pius X Parish has shared a portion of our Sunday offertory to support mission work started by Sr. Luvia Joseph in Haiti. Our parish feeds and assists orphans and students in two Haitian communities. To to donate, sponsor, or register for this year’s golf benefit,...
Knights of Columbus
A fraternal organization for Catholic men to offer service in the parish, be faithful citizens in the community, and live lives of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism.
Liturgy of the Word for Children
We are currently seeking volunteers to restart this program! Facilitator: Lead children, kindergarten through grade 4, in experiencing the Sunday Scriptures at their level of understanding. Commitment is once a month during regularly scheduled weekend Masses. Assistant: Assist the Liturgy of the Word Facilitator in leading and managing the participating children.
Men’s Bible Study
Men’s Bible Study Coordinator: Coordinate schedule and calendar, Bible study options, and small group development. Men’s Bible Study Small Group Facilitator: Facilitate small group conversation for Bible study for men.
Mom’s Group
It is our mission to address the challenges facing moms by providing a Catholic-based program offering practical suggestions to everyday situations, while supporting each other through prayer, fellowship and encouragement. We always welcome new members. Join the Facebook group below to find community and stay up to date on upcoming events! Moms Group Craft Night...
Music Ministry
Youth Choir Exciting news! The SPX Music Ministry is expanding to include our youth! A mixed-age youth choir will kick off this fall for kids 3rd – 12th grade. High school students have the option of either playing a leadership role with this group or auditioning for our talented and quickly-moving Chamber Choir. SPX Music...
NOURISH for Caregivers
Are you caring for an elderly or sick parent, spouse, child? Nourish for Caregivers is for you! This faith-filled Support Group for Caregivers, is a “combination approach of placing Christ at the center of caring for the caregiver, while helping them with their practical and emotional challenges.” Meetings are every 4th Thursday in the McDuffee Room...
Outreach
The Outreach Commission coordinates the ministries of pastoral care, social services, peace and justice and evangelization. Its scope includes outreach to both the parish membership and the larger community, either in the neighborhood or beyond. The Outreach Commission coordinates the following subcommittees: Pastoral Care, Social Services, and Peace and Justice. The commission seeks to help...
Pastoral Council
The Parish Pastoral Council is a faith-filled leadership body, guided by the Holy Spirit and Sacred Scripture, that works in conjunction with the pastor and parish staff to discern and prioritize the needs of the parish. Acting by consensus, Pastoral Council guides St. Pius X parish in building a Christ-centered Christian community, for the honor...
Parish Picnic Ministry
Team of parishioners to help plan the annual parish picnic in September. Planning begins in June and goes through September.
Priest a Meal
Fr. Stephen would be blessed by receiving dinner on Tuesday nights around 5:30pm. As our Pastor and Director of Priestly Vocations for the Diocese , his days fill up fast and a warm, nutritious dinner is a way for us to show him our support. Email Jen Meyering with any questions.
Stewardship Committee
The Stewardship Committee is a group of dedicated parishioners who seek to more fully develop our parish’s understanding and commitment to Stewardship as a way of life. The Stewardship committee steer efforts to help parishioners share the gifts of time, talent, and treasure.
Sweet Treat Ministry
Parishioners willing to bake a treat as needed for various special events throughout the year.
That Man Is You
That Man is You! (TMIY) is an interactive men’s program combining the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of a man fully alive. By honestly addressing the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, That Man is You...
Ladies’ Bible Study
Each session will begin with a large group session in Danner Hall, followed by smaller discussion groups. Registration is on September 7, 2023. Please come to Danner Hall between 9:30 & 11:00 am to register. Sessions will take place from 9:30am to 11:00am and run from September 14 through December 14.
Worship
The Worship Commission gives direction to the liturgical and sacramental life of the parish, while fostering and promoting the spiritual growth of all parishioners, enabling them to appreciate what it means to be a baptized Catholic Christian. It also seeks to provide opportunities for personal and communal prayer besides the celebration of Holy Eucharist.