Church of the Madalene

APALS (ADULT PARISHIONERS WITH ACTIVE LIFESTYLES) This group provides social activities designed for the mature members of the parish. APALS sponsors activities throughout the year ranging from luncheons and breakfasts to community interests and one-day excursions. Contact Jane Smith 622-2416.

ARTISTS OF MADALENE meet weekly at the church. This is a quiet time to gather with others who enjoy expressing their thoughts on paper, canvas, wood or other medium. Artists, crafters and those who are not artists but are interested are welcome. Contact Art Hoge 622-7824.

COFFEE & DONUTS gatherings are held after the Sunday 10:00 a.m. Mass and are hosted quarterly by the Men’s Club, Women’s Club, Stewardship Committee and Parish Council. This is a great way to meet other parishioners and keep in touch with old friends. Everybody is welcome!

CONFRATERNITY OF CHRISTIAN MOTHERS meets the first Saturday each month for Mass at 8:00 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Church. This group of young women consciously and regularly prays individually and together for one another and for all children. Contact Becky Holder 663-0185.

DCCW Diocesan Council of Catholic Women supports, empowers and educates all Catholic women in spirituality, leadership and service. A group of Women making a difference everyday, DCCW supports these annual projects: Water for Life, Birthright, and Work of Human Hands. To learn more about DCCW call Johna Anderson 627-0399.

MEN’S CLUB Men of the parish meet every second Tuesday evening of the month. This group promotes fellowship among the members and encourages active participation in parish ministries. Men’s Club sponsors Sunday pancake breakfasts, picnics, as well as service projects to help the parish. Contact Ted Bullinger, 622-6373.

PARENTS CLUB is a group that meets at various locations throughout the year. The members support one another, share parenting ideas, while providing a social outlet and a safe place for the toddlers to play. Contact Jane Ellen Jones, 477-7577. More

PRAYER PARTNERS Members of our parish are invited to pray for both children and adults who are preparing for their First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Prayer Partners support those involved in sacramental preparation at any time by their prayers, sacrifices and participation at Mass. Prayer Partners for First Communion candidates in Children’s Religious Education may take a candle at a special Mass in the Fall for a particular child. Others are asked to keep all candidates preparing for sacraments in their prayers throughout the year. Contact Becky West 744-0023.

RCIA How to Become Catholic

VOCATIONS COMMITTEE Group of parishioners dedicated to heighten awareness of religious vocations and to promote active prayer for an increase of religious vocations. Contact Wayne Rziha 744-0023

PARISH LIFE There is a variety of social events in the life of the parish. Seasonal Parish Life Nights, Parish Picnic, and Special Social Events are coordinated through the Parish Life Office. Contact Becky West 744-0023.

BRIDGE Bridge players may join with other parishioners in this daytime bridge group. Contact Helen Cunningham 492-6768.

BUNCO is a recreational dice game easily learned and enjoyed by all. A group meets in the Parish Hall the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m.

Mom’s Game Night second Bunco group for the young women in the parish meets the last Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Contact Burnedette Anderson 694-1546.

PARISH PARTNERS & NEWCOMER WELCOME is part of our parish stewardship effort. We welcome new parishioners and their families to Madalene in order to foster interest and involvement in the parish. Parish Partners are paired with newcomers, welcoming them, inviting them to brunch or dinner (held quarterly), to introduce families to the Parish Staff and opportunities for volunteerism in the parish. Contact Barbara Pontius, 298-2625.

QUILTERS This group of experienced quilters meets weekly to hand quilt for people who have quilt tops that need to be quilted. There is a charge for this work depending on size and difficulty. The money is used for parish projects. Contact Charlene Ernst 622-6861.

Women of the Madalene Meets every first Tuesday of the month in the evening, except through the Summer months of June, July and August. The Women of the Madalene sponsor many parish service activities such as new baby dinners, funeral dinners, Lenten dinners, fund raisers, and volunteer projects of every kind as well as providing the women of the parish with a loving and Christian social environment. Contact Donna Wuerch @ 747-6443.

YOUNG ADULTS This includes married, still in school, and single adults ages 18-39. Any questions regarding Young Adult activities please contact Chris Ransdell 918-830-8915.