Ministries
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
Liturgy Committee
This ministry plans meaningful and engaging liturgies to draw parishioners into the sacraments we celebrate. Meetings are the first Monday of each month.
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
Dottie Sempolinski, 962-5387, mailto:desempolinski@stny.rr.com
Sandy Lepkowski, 962-0811
Communion Ministers
Communion Ministers perform the sacred responsibility of distributing the Eucharist to members of our faith community. Training is provided.
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
Dottie Sempolinski, 962-5387, mailto:desempolinski@stny.rr.com
Dora Hankey, 962-3060, mailto:HankeyD@jgua.com
Altar Servers - Youth
Boys and girls 10 years old and up assist the priest and deacon in the duties necessary to offer a meaningful liturgical celebration for those present. Training is provided.
Jeanette Clark, 937-3329, mailto:jclark7@stny.rr.com
Altar Servers - Adult
Assist at the altar for daily and week-end Masses and Funerals.
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
Lectors
Lectors are charged with the duty of proclaiming God's Word to the entire congregation during Mass. Training is provided.
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
Dottie Sempolinski, 962-5387, mailto:desempolinski@stny.rr.com
Dora Hankey, 962-3060, mailto:HankeyD@jgua.com
Sacristans
Sacristans prepare the altar and gifts before all Masses, and ensure all necessary ministers are present. Training is provided.
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
Ushers
Assist with greeting and the orderly seating of the congregation as well as collection of offerings at Masses. Training is provided.
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
Dottie Sempolinski, 962-5387, mailto:desempolinski@stny.rr.com
Dora Hankey, 962-3060, mailto:HankeyD@jgua.com
Greeters
Greeters welcome members of the congregation as they arrive at Mass. Training is provided.
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
Dottie Sempolinski, 962-5387, mailto:desempolinski@stny.rr.com
Dora Hankey, 962-3060, mailto:HankeyD@jgua.com
Cantor/Song LeaderLead the congregation in singing during worship services. Rehearsals are one evening a week, with an annual cantor workshop.
Nancy Quattrini, 936-4223, mailto:nquattrini@dor.org
All Saints Choirs
Provide music to enhance the Mass each Sunday and at other liturgical services. Rehearsals are one evening a week.
Nancy Quattrini, 936-4223, mailto:nquattrini@dor.org
Resurrection Choir
Provide music to enhance Funeral Masses and special occasions. Time commitment is flexible and based on individual schedules.
Lorraine Asiello, 936-3217
Lou Kossler, 936-6824
Nancy Quattrini, 936-4223, mailto:nquattrini@dor.org
Instrumentalist
Provide instrumental music to enhance the Mass each Sunday and at other liturgical services. Rehearsals are one evening a week.
Nancy Quattrini, 936-4223, mailto:nquattrini@dor.org
Contemporary Ensemble
Provide music to enhance the Sunday evening 5:30 p.m. service. Weekly scheduled rehearsals
Al Pacette, 734-2401, mailto:APacette@aol.com
Nancy Quattrini, 936-4223, mailto:nquattrini@dor.org
Teen Choir & Ensemble
Provide occasional worship support at Sunday liturgies.
Christine Deragon, 962-7347, mailto:deragon@verizon.net
Nancy Quattrini, 936-4223, mailto:nquattrini@dor.org
Arts & Environment
Creates atmosphere and ambiance in accordance with the liturgical seasons to enhance and enrich our worship spaces. Meetings are on an as needed basis, 3 to 4 times a year.
St. Vincent's: Emmy Lowery, 936-4215
St. Mary's: Florence Agosta, 936-8260
Altar Care
Volunteers are needed to clean and launder linen in altar area and church. Each team assists for one month on a rotating basis. Training is provided.
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
TV Ministry
Volunteers videotape the 4:00pm Mass at St. Vincent’s. Training is provided.
Mike and Eileen Paulin, 937-5571
CHRISTIAN FORMATION
Catechist **
Catechists share their faith with the children of our parish for 23 sessions a year. Training is provided. Requires 1 ½ hours of class preparation and 1 hour of teaching the lesson.
Mary Ann Hinkley, 936-4689 Ext 17, mailto:mhinkley@dor.org
Vacation Bible School **
Vacation Bible School provides a one-week program for grade school age children during the summer, incorporating both social and religious related activities. Volunteers are needed to plan and implement these activities. Training is provided.
Mary Ann Hinkley, 936-4689 Ext 17, mailto:mhinkley@dor.org
Children’s Liturgy of the Word **
Children hear an age-appropriate proclamation of God’s Word and participate in an interactive homily. Teaching materials and supplies are provided. Adult and teen volunteers are needed to help at the 9:30 am Mass at St. Vincent’s and 11:30 am Mass at St. Mary’s. Training is provided.
9:30 Mass- Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext. 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
11:30 Mass- Mary Ann Hinkley, 936-4689 Ext 17, mailto:mhinkley@dor.org
RCIA Core Group **
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is the process for receiving adults into the Church. Parishioners are invited to participate as members of the Core Group, which helps in planning and guiding this process. They meet Wednesday evenings, September through the Easter Season.
Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext. 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
Baptismal Prep Team **
Team members meet with new parents to prepare for their child’s baptism and share their experiences as parents to nurture and support the new parents as they start a new chapter in their own faith journey.
Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
Marriage Preparation Teams
Married couples are needed to assist pastoral staff in preparing engaged couples for the sacrament of matrimony
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
First Eucharist **
Assist with the First Eucharist mini retreat, rehearsal and liturgical celebration.
St. Vincent’s- Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
St. Mary’s- Mary Ann Hinkley, 936-4689 Ext 17, mailto:mhinkley@dor.org
Confirmation **
Meet with candidates for the Sacrament of Confirmation to access their readiness to celebrate the sacrament and offer spiritual guidance.
Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext. 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
Christmas Pageant Assistants **
Assist the pageant coordinator in wardrobe, assigning roles, and facilitating movement of the children with priority on creating an atmosphere filled with Christmas spirit.
Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext. 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
All Saints Academy **
Adult volunteers are welcome at the school. Opportunities are available in both clerical and tutorial areas. Specific needs include Grant Writers and Marketing.
Rose Ann Ewanyk, 936-9234, mailto:rewanyk@dor.org
Friday Night Bible Study
Parishioners gather in a small group setting to come to a deeper understanding of how the Holy Bible relates to the traditions of the Roman Catholic Church, and how to apply biblical teachings to everyday situations. The group meets in Rogers Hall every Friday evening from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Fr. Boniface Ewah, 936-4689 Ext. 24, mailto:fewah@dor.org
Women’s Bible Study Group
Meet weekly using the Little Rock Scripture Study, which leads to a greater understanding of the Bible and awareness of God’s presence in Scripture.
Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext. 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
Holy Hour Adoration
Parishioners meet every Sunday from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at St. Mary’s Church, to pray and meditate in the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
Clara Pasto, 962-1855
YOUTH MINISTRY
Parish Youth Group- Jr/Sr High **
Junior High and Senior High Youth Group serve youth from grades 6-12. Many opportunities are available for people who are enthusiastic in working with youth, enjoy a good rapport with young people, and have a desire to bring teens closer to Christ. Such opportunities include Core team members, fundraising, social gatherings, liturgy, retreat leaders, and service opportunities.
Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext. 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
Youth Ministry Council **
The Youth Ministry Council is a consultative group that helps plan youth ministry in our parish. Through this group there are innumerable opportunities to serve the youth of our parish as adult volunteers at meetings, events and projects.
Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext. 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
Boy Scouts
Participate in leadership and support positions for parish sponsored Troop 91. Promote and teach ideals of citizenship, leadership, moral values, and duty to God and country for boys age 11-18 years old. Must attend Youth Protection Training and go through a background check.
Bryan Paschal, 936-8421, mailto:bpaschal@stny.rr.com, www.bsatroop91.org
Cub Scouts
Participate in leadership and support positions for parish sponsored Cub Pack 91. Teach young boys to do their best and be helpful to others for boys from 1st to 5th grade.. Must attend Youth Protection Training and go through a background check.
Rob Heiler, 936-1573, mailto:dadat231@yahoo.com
Girl Scouts **
Help girls develop their full individual potential; relate to others with understanding, skill and respect; develop values to guide their actions and decisions; contribute to the improvement of our parish and society.
Laura Austin, 937-3752, mailto:laustin@stny.rr.com
CYO Sports- Girls and Boys Basketball **
CYO Sports ministry provides youth from grades 5 thru 8 with a place to engage in physical activity and promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and Christian values. The girl’s program runs from August through November, and the boy’s program runs from mid-November through February. This group is growing and needs volunteers to form a CYO Basketball Committee for more support.
Jerry Wozniak, 936-8569, mailto:jwozniak@stny.rr.com
Parish Soccer Sports Committee **
Annual soccer clinic begins the 3rd week of August for one week, Monday through Friday in the evening. Volunteers coach and help to work with sponsoring organizations in the community.
Debby Woglom, 962-4297
** ALL VOLUNTEERS WORKING WITH PARISH AND SCHOOL YOUTH MUST ATTEND THE DIOCESE OF ROCHESTER “CREATING A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH AND VULNERABLE ADULTS” WORKSHOP AND GO THROUGH A DIOCESE BACKGROUND CHECK TO WORK IN THESE AREAS.
ADMINISTRATIVE MINISTRIES
Finance Council
The Finance Council assists in the administration of the financial affairs of the parish by offering counsel and guidance to the pastoral administrator of the parish. The council is a consultative body advising on stewardship of parish financial resources and helps discern the direction and priorities that will advance the mission and life of the parish.
William Cassidy, 936-8444, mailto:wcassidy@att.net
Parish Pastoral Council
The Parish Pastoral Council is a representative group of parishioners that serves as the consultative body to the Pastoral Staff for parish priorities, direction, and policies. Members are nominated in the Spring and serve for a 3-year term. Meetings are the fourth Monday of each month from September to June.
Steve Rossettie, 937-8111
Stewardship Ministry
This ministry promotes the concept of gratefulness for the gifts we have received, and the responsibility of sharing those gifts with others. The group organizes the annual Stewardship commitment process and other activities to promote stewardship of time, talent and treasure.
Michael Joseph, 936-7072, mailto:maj2nd@aol.com
Parish Offertory Count Teams
Volunteers assist with the counting of weekly collections on Mondays. Each Team consists of 4-5 members.
Kathy Warner, 936-4689 Ext. 19, mailto:kwarner@dor.org
Parish Office Help
Volunteers are needed to help with various office tasks, such as phone coverage, mailings, filing, and typing. Time commitment is flexible and based on individual schedules.
Kathy Warner, 936-4689 Ext. 19, mailto:kwarner@dor.org
Web Site
This ministry develops and maintains the parish web site, www.allsaintsparish.org. Volunteers are needed to assess needs and plan for web site updates.
Bryan Paschal, 936-8421, mailto:bpaschal@stny.rr.com
Bulletin Committee
This Ministry works with the staff to coordinate and administer the layout and content of the bulletin on a weekly basis. The committee is involved in writing articles, taking pictures, editing, and proofreading the bulletin. Volunteers are always welcome to help with any of these parts of the process.
Gretchen Garrity, 654-1594, mailto:ggarrity@stny.rr.com
Eleanor Black, 936-4689 Ext 15, mailto:eblack@dor.org
Building & Grounds Committee
The Building and Grounds Committee is designed to assist in offering guidance to the business manager and pastoral administrator about the properties owned by the parish. The committee is a consultative body advising on building condition, major upkeep, structural needs, and major repairs of parish properties.
Kathy Warner, 936-4689 Ext. 19, mailto:kwarner@dor.org
St. Mary’s Cemetery Association
Members oversee the rules and regulations for the general operation of the Cemetery and for the beautification of the Cemetery grounds.
Barbara McLaughlin, 936-4689 Ext.18, mailto:bmclaughlin@dor.org
PARISH LIFE
Women’s Dinner Group
Meet monthly at an area restaurant for socialization and discussion of faith related topics.
Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext. 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
Knights of Columbus
Catholic men, 18 and older, seeking to live their faith through prayer and action, meet the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at 7pm in the basement of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Some annual events are: AMBA blood Work Program, Basketball Free Throw Competition, and C&B Drive. Financial support is provided to Catholic and worthy secular organizations as well as seminarians seeking to join the Catholic priesthood.
Ron Becker Sr., E-mail: RBecker7@stny.rr.com, PH: 570-827-2060,
John Garrity
E-mail: ggarrity@stny.rr.com, PH: Office: 607-974-6637 Cell: 607-329-7860
Website: www.kofc.org/un/index.cfm
Parish Life Committee
The committee plans various social events (dinners, dances, receptions, picnic, etc.) that bring the parish together in a social setting.
Alice Marx, 936-4114
JoAnn Martinec, 937-5245
Catholic Daughters of the Americas
An organization that works on layettes for newborns and performs various charity works in various local groups.
Bonnie Peters, 962-8389, mailto:hud177@stny.rr.com
St. Pius X Secular Franciscans
A fraternity of men and women committed to living a Christian life following St. Francis of Assisi in their call to serve Jesus. Formation meetings are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month, and a gathering is held on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
August and Marie Titi, 936-6216
Men’s Fellowship Group
Men of All Saints Parish meet to share their experience in their walk with Christ. They discuss varied topics including the meaning of hope, forgiveness and joy. They meet on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 8:30 am to 10:00 am at the Central Office.
Joe Berto, 962-3314
All Saints Women’s Club
Women from throughout All Saints Parish gather monthly for food and fellowship. They have speakers who address them on a variety of topics. They meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
Linda Shine, 962-7333, mailto:shinedog@aol.com
SOCIAL OUTREACH
Transportation Ministers
Volunteers assist in the transportation needs of others. Transportation may be needed to medical appointments, local grocery stores, between our worship sights or for other errands. Diocesan background check required.
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
Homebound Visitation Ministers
Volunteers provide opportunities for communion, prayer and visitation to patients at hospitals/nursing homes and/or individual residences during the week as requested by the Pastoral Staff. 1-2 hours weekly on Sunday mornings. Training is provided and Diocesan background check required.
Kathy Gronski, 962-3052
Shawl Ministry
Knitters and crocheters provide shawls to those who are aging, homebound, grieving, ill or in need of some type of comfort.
Olga Biasi, 962-3813
Faith in Action
Faith in Action is a Steuben County program which utilizes volunteers from our parish to assist the frail, elderly and disabled to continue living independently.
Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext. 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
Corning Community Food Pantry
Volunteers sort and distribute food to those who have a need. Their services are confidential. They are located at 35 West William Street, Corning, NY 14830.
962-6750
Social Outreach Ministries
Throughout the year there are a variety of social service ministries to help those in need—helping the poor, the aging, and the disadvantaged. Some of these ministries are connected to our youth ministry.
Alene Goodman, 936-4689 Ext. 14, mailto:agoodman@dor.org
Trish LaFortune, 936-4689 Ext. 25, mailto:tlafortune@dor.org
Health Ministry of the Southern Tier
They are an Agency which offers free medical care to those who are in need. They are staffed by medical professionals and caring volunteers. Currently they have offices in Bath and Corning. The Health Ministry for Corning is located at 300 Civic Center Pl. Corning. Their services are confidential.
962-3032
SEASONAL OR AS-NEEDED MINISTRIES
Baking
Volunteers are needed to bake for special celebrations and occasions.
Kathy Gronski, 962-3052
Handyman Activities
Volunteers help with various campus projects on an as needed basis. Expertise in carpentry, plumbing, painting etc is a plus, but not essential.
Kathy Warner, 936-4689 Ext. 19, mailto:kwarner@dor.org
Gardening
Gardeners are needed for spring clean up and spring planting.
Kathy Warner, 936-4689 Ext. 19, mailto:kwarner@dor.org