Alpha
Alpha is a series of session exploring the Christian faith, run over 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. We are offering 2 options to join Alpha this winter! One session will take place on...
Altar Servers
Boys and girls in fifth grade or older assist at Mass (weekends, holy days, and weddings.) Commitment of attendance at training sessions, then rotating schedule.
Breakfast Ministry
Open to all men who would like to help set up, cook, serve and clean up after the Spring and Fall Parish breakfasts. This is a great father-son activity.
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.
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...
Haiti Golf Benefit
Team of parishioners to help plan the Haiti Golf Benefit in August. Planning usually begins in May and goes through August.
Good Grief Ministry
Volunteers offer assistance and support to grieving parishioners through visits, phone calls, sending cards, and assist at funerals as greeters.
Grief Support
The Grief Support Group is a support group for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. This group meets every first Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM in the McDuffee Room.
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. Bi-monthly meetings, September-May, and monthly activities, June – August. We always welcome new members.
Music Min
Music Ministry Groups are currently on hold due to COVID-19 precautions. At this time, Masses are being led by small groups of cantors, masked and spaced six feet apart for safety. During normal times, our groups include the Adult Choir, Teen Group, Guitar Group, and the Resurrection Choir, and we eagerly await their safe return!...
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.
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...
Welcoming Ministry
Team of current parishioners who are willing to help with bi-annual welcome events for recently registered parishioners. Members of the welcoming ministry will help new parishioners feel that St. Pius X is their home.
Women’s Bible Study
Women’s Bible Study Coordinator: Coordinate calendar, Bible study options, and small group development. Women’s Bible Study meets Thursday mornings, September through April. Women’s Bible Study Small Group Facilitator: Facilitate small group conversation for Bible study. Facilitator meetings each Thursday morning prior to the session, September through April.
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.