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Bereavement Support Group Program

Through a 3-part program, participants are led toward becoming reconciled with and transformed by their bereavement experience. Together, they share their grieving experiences, prayer and study of the text and journal, “Understanding Your Grief” by Alan Wolfeit, PhD.

Program Director: Jerry Herauf, MA, MDiv, jjherauf@aol.com or 484.894.4148

Cub Scout Pack 439 encourages boys and girls, in 1st-5th Grade, to make friends, be helpful to others, and do their very best, no matter the outcome. With the help of powerful learning projects and exciting outdoor activities, we aim to teach children that doing their best can be fun and rewarding — no matter the difficulty of the challenge. We meet year round for outdoor adventures and community service projects. CONTACT: Cubmaster Steve Borkowski (sborkow@ yahoo.com) 610-618-6906 or Committee Chair Jess Zambelli (jkudla83@yahoo.com)

The Daily Cup Women’s Fellowship Group

Our mission is to support each other in our spiritual walk, through easy-to-follow bible studies, uplifting conversations and prayer. The Daily Cup supports families in need during the holidays and collects school supplies and uniforms to help STM families in need during the school year.

Contacts: Clara de Gale Cidegale@gmail.com 305-803-9212 Pat Bertola 484-425-6081

Department of Religious Education

Geared for children in grades K-8 attending public or private school, classes meet on Sunday mornings, 8:45-10:10AM during the school-year, to help children become disciples of Christ and prepare for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation. Following 9AM Mass on select Sundays, Family Events offer family members of all ages the opportunity to learn about the Catholic Faith and ways to live it every day.

Contact: Kevin Damitz; 610-437-3491, kevin@stmchurchallentown.org;

Divine Mercy Mission

Our mission is to live the message of Divine Mercy through praying the DM Chaplet; performing corporal and spiritual works of mercy; ongoing study of the message to its fullness; and spreading Christ’s message of Divine Mercy whenever and wherever possible. Deacon Tom Shubella is the spiritual director. Contacts: Marie Savinelli-Yardley at mcsy1023@msn.com or 610-390-6611 or Kate White at whitekat51@gmail.com or 610-751-3887.

Faith Study/Retreat Programs

Our Mission is to present solidly Catholic programs by The Marians of the Immaculate Conception, designed to enkindle in hearts an ardent and burning love for Christ and His Church. Parishioners are encouraged to grow deeper in faith through reading and group sharing. Programs are offered throughout the year. Contact Christine at christine.adelizzi@gmail.com or 610-392-9406

Finding God in All Things

Dedicated to the spiritual principle that we can find God in all things...everywhere...one initiated by St. Igantius Loyola, this very fruitful program will help us find God in our prayer and daily living. Jerry Herauf, MA, MDiv, jjherauf@aol.com or 484.894.4148

Flame of Love Prayer Group

Meeting after Mass on Mondays, we pray the Flame of Love prayers and Rosary and share from Elizabeth Kindlemann’s Diary. Contact: Mary Hartnett at sirach1717@aol.com or 484.553.4065

Girl Scouts

Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place, by helping them discover their inner strength, passions, and talents.Troops include girls in grades K-12 and meet at various times to work on earning badges and service projects. And of course, sell cookies! Contact: Lisa Cipoletti at lisacipoletti@hotmail.com or 610-554-2428.

STM Women’s Guild

The mission of the Guild is to bring together parish women of all ages to serve our church, school and community. Through its membership, the Women’s Guild acts to support women of Catholic faith in leadership, service, spirituality and to use their talents to assist the congregation in various ways. Some of our favorite events and outreach include: Christmas Adopt A Family gift drive; Anniversary Mass, celebrating and honoring the marriage milestones of parish couples; Designer Bag Bingo supporting Cay Galgon Life House; Parish Festival bake sale; Sponsorship of Formed.org, providing parishioners online access to Catholic content. Contact: WomensGuildofSTM@gmail.com

Prime Time Clubs

This club is for the benefit of older adults of the Diocese of Allentown. Its purpose is to provide a place where members can meet regularly to share friendship and common concerns. Its focus includes spiritual, intellectual, social, economic and political needs of its members. Our meetings throughout the year include entertainment, speakers and refreshments. We also have several trips planned each year and a Christmas Luncheon in December. Contact: Marianne Sundbye, President, at maresfunnyfarm@aol.com.

Respect Life Ministry

Our mission is witness to the sanctity of all human life, from conception to natural death, within our parish, our community and our country. Our work supports the 4 Respect Life Pillars established by the US Council of Catholic Bishops: I. Prayer, II. Pastoral Care, III. Information & Education, IV. Public Policy. For further information on the pillars and parish activities related to each, please visit the STM Parish website at stmchurchallentown.org.

Contact: Deacon Jim Toolan, 484-894-7959.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

R.C.I.A. provides an opportunity for those interested in learning more about the Catholic Church, and guides people to the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. The sessions run on Tuesday evenings from September to May. The group also meets at 10:30AM Mass on Sundays from December through Palm Sunday. A committed team of volunteers supports growth in the Christian community through prayer, Scripture, study, and witness.

Contact: Kevin Damitz; kevin@stmchurchallentown.org; 610-437-3491

St.Thomas More School Board

The STM School Board is an advisory committee to the Pastor and Principal. The Board is composed of up to nine (9) appointed members, three (3) teachers, and five (5) ex-officio members. The Board tries to meet monthly during the school year. For logistical and confidentiality purposes, monthly meetings are closed to the public. However, if you have an item you would like to bring before the Board at a meeting or have any questions, please contact the Board via stmboard@ stmteachers.org.

St. Vincent de Paul Ministry

A Catholic lay organization that aspires to live the gospel message by seeing Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice, hope and joy and by working to shape a more just and compassionate society. We meet on the third Tuesday at 6:30PM in the Church library.

Contact Deacon James Duncan 610-433-7413 jdhawaii@gmail.com

Vacation Bible School (VBS)

This faith-filled and fun program offered by dedicated adult and teen volunteers brings together children entering Kindergarten-6th grades for a week-long program the week after July 4th. Contact: Kevin Damitz; kevin@stmchurchallentown.org or 610-437-3491.

Family Center

Friday: Main Street Band Saturday: KC Bingo

Crafters: Contact Jan at jgough@stmteachers.org Tables and Booths available for rent...first come/first served! For registration forms, visit https://www.stmschoolpa.com/

Saturday November 11, 2023 10:00AM - 3:00PM