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Contact:  Parish Office    636-561-6611

Al-Anon

Meetings are held at Dardenne Church of Christ (Feise Road) on Mondays. Newcombers meetings are held at 6:30pm; continuing members meetings are held at 7:30pm.

Arts & Environment Committee

The Art and Environment Committee has the total care of the way our church looks throughout each season of the church year.  They plan for how the church is decorated, creatively craft banners and other displays, and care for the flowers and plants in church, as well as “put up”, “take down”, clean, and store all of these items.  Much help is needed on a seasonal and on-going basis.

Contact:  Mary Weissler  636-561-1958     mlweissler@yahoo.com

Baptismal Preparation Programs   More Details

For a child to be baptized at Immaculate Conception, the parents must be members of our parish and faithful Catholics.  To assure that parents have a full understanding of what it means to have their child Baptized in the Catholic Faith, they will be asked to attend two learning and faith-sharing gatherings.  At the first gathering, they will meet with a mentor couple along with other parents who are preparing to have their children Baptized.  The second meeting takes place at the church and will be facilitated by one of our priests or deacons.  Would you like to be a mentor couple?

Contact:  Mary Jane Smith     636-561-6611     maryjane.smith@icd.org

Bible Camp    More Details

Bible Camp is a wonderfully fun week of learning about God’s love! It is held each summer and is open to children from ages 4 through 6^th grade. Many junior and senior high students also get involved as helpers in every area - crafts, games, teacher aides, drama, music and storytelling. Adult volunteers are also needed.. Bible Camp is usually held from 9-Noon each morning for a week and closes with a Friday evening dinner and program for all the families involved. Watch the parish bulletin for registration announcements or call the parish office for more information.

Contact:  Barb Morgan    636-561-1974     barb.morgan@icdparish.org

Bible Study   More Details

Learn about the Bible on Wednesday mornings, 9-10 a.m., in the Chapel, from September through May. Dr. Russell Oden is the presenter and enjoys sharing his many years of experience of teaching the Old & New Testaments. Sunday Lectionary Readings Study with Fr. Bob, Mondays, 1:15pm, in the parish office.

Contact:  Carole Andler  (Wednesday Bible Study)   636-978-9279

Boy Scouts    More Details

Membership for young men in the parish is open to anyone who is eleven years old or has completed the fifth grade and has not yet reached his 18th birthday.  The aims of the program are Citizenship, Character and Physical and Mental Fitness.  The troop meets on Thursday evening in the cafeteria.

Contact:  Ron Tuley      636-639-5068     rtuley@gatewayfluidpower.com

Catholics Returning Home     More Details

Catholics Returning Home is a six-week series designed to welcome back those individuals who have been away from the Church for various reasons.  It provides the person with a venue to discuss and learn about changes in the Church, especially since Vatican II.  It is a comfortable and non-threatening environment where a person is free to make any comments or ask any questions.  The six-week sessions are offered two times a year in April & Sept.

Contact:  Deacon Earnie Rolahy     636-561-6611

Children's Liturgy

Contact:  Laura Zoelner    636-978-0169     thezoellners@charter.net

Church & Chapel Cleaners

Volunteers are needed to clean the church and chapel on an on-going basis.

The Chapel is cleaned every Thursday after the 8am Mass.

The Church is cleaned every Friday after the 8am Mass.

Contact:  Marie Piorkowski (Church)     636-240-8438

Contact:  Dale & Carmel Hauser (Chapel)     636-240-7664

Christ Renews His Parish    More Details

CRHP is a two day Christ centered, spiritual renewal where a team of men, or women of our parish share their faith stories, attend Mass together, enjoy solitude, and celebrate the Sacraments of Reconciliation and the Eucharist.  It is a time of listening, laughter, prayer, fellowship, and celebration of our loving God and Redeemer in our lives.  Women’s and Men’s weekends are held separately each spring and fall.

Contact:  Parish Office  636-561-6611

Cub Scouts    More Details

The Cub Scout program is for the boys from first through fifth grades.  Pack meetings are held the 4th Wednesday of the month at 7:00 in the Parish Hall.

Contact:  Luke Kehoe  636-978-6008        lkehoe@kehoeengineering.com

Dinner Auction

This fundraiser consists of Silent & Oral Auctions with items donated by local businesses, parishioners and others in our community.  It is a wonderful time to raise money for the parish and take home treasured items at the same time.

Contact:   Renee Fleming  636-379-5303          reneefleming84@yahoo.com

Contact:   Cheryl Dickenson    636-978-5087    taptrix@charter.net

Disciples in Mission

“Disciples in Mission” is a dynamic small group ministry proven to help parishioners grow in holiness and further the evangelizing mission of the church.

Contact:  Vicki Breakfield     636-265-0500     vsbreakfield@yahoo.com

Elizabeth’s Women’s Ministry   More Details

We are women, of many ages, from many walks of life, from many different levels of our faith journey, who support each other and who are helping each other become closer in our relationship with Christ. Because just like our Blessed Mother, Mary who went to her cousin Elizabeth when she was pregnant with our Savior, we all need a place to belong, a place where we are accepted and supported, challenged and love.  Meetings are the 1^st and 3^rd Thursdays of each month.

Contact:  Janice LePage     636-300-0658     bjcrja@yahoo.com

Eucharistic Adoration    More Details

Would you like to spend time with Jesus?  Eucharistic Adoration is offered at Immaculate Conception weekly from the close of 8:00 a.m. Mass on Monday until the beginning of 8:00 a.m. Mass on Saturday.

Contact:   

Fanning the Flames

Contact:   Jeff Fairchild      636-379-1695        jeff@thefairchildgroup.com

Finance Committee   More Details

The Finance Committee is a group of individuals who assist the Pastor in planning, providing for, and supervising the financial affairs and physical properties of the parish.  The committee is concerned with parish resources, the budget, church support, and the effective utilization and maintenance of the parish plant.

Contact:  Jeff Jacobson     636-978-3896

Funeral Luncheons   More Details

Funeral luncheons are a ministry of hospitality, care and concern. After a funeral of a parishioner the ladies of our parish prepare and serve a wonderful luncheon for the family and friends who have gathered that day. These luncheons are generally held in the Parish Hall. Arrangements for a funeral luncheon are made through the Parish Office. We welcome volunteers who might be able to bring a dish or help serve the luncheon.

Contact:  Edith Ernst          636-561-476

Contact:  Tillie Hemmer     636-561-4469

Faith-Sharing Groups

Each parishioner is encouraged to become a member of a small Faith-Sharing Group, typically of a dozen or so parishioners who meet regularly in homes to discuss practical application of our faith, to share scripture, and to pray together.  These groups make our parish feel small in spite of its size.  New groups continue to form as the parish grows.

Contact:  Marty & Jan Unterreiner    636-561-4269      martyjan@yahoo.com

Fellowship Sundays

Fellowship Sundays are a time to share some time with your fellow parishioners. Stop by the parish hall for donuts, coffee and juice. Fellowship Sundays are scheduled for the third Sunday of each month.

Contact:  Joe Garick     636-281-4710

Friends Group

   The “Friends” group is a friendly, caring group of men and women of all ages who are widowed, living alone or have suffered a loss. Our group is not just a support group, but also a social group sharing fun, laughter and fellowship. Social activities include Friday night dinners and cards, lunches every fourth Tuesday and other excursions such as movies, theatre, and shopping. 
   We walk alongside each other through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You do not have to be alone. Our group focuses on connecting with each other in a multitude of supportive ways. We drive each other to church and appointments, watch each others’ children and pets, pick up groceries, bring a meal—but most importantly we listen.
   For more information or to make reservations for Friday night dinners and / or Tuesday lunches please call Pat Owens at (636) 379-4014.

Contact:  Pat Owens 636-379-4041

Green Thumbs   More Details

We’re a group of volunteers who beautify and help with the upkeep of the parish grounds.  Anyone interested in gardening is welcome to join!

Contact:  Mary Schiffman   636-561-0414

Girl Scouts    More Details

Girl Scouting is an adventure in fun and friendship for all girls ages 5-17.  There are five program levels which offer a wide variety of exciting activities to help girls learn and grow.

Contact:  Kathy Sinak      636-300-0952      ksinak@sbcglobal.net

Home & School Organization   More Details

Parents of the full time school students make up the Home & School Organization.  It assists in promoting better understanding between parents and the school.  All families automatically become members of the association when they register their children in school.  Meetings are held four times a year.

Contact:  Ronda Kammerich    240-4837

Hospital & Ministry to the Sick   More Details

If you are hospitalized or homebound we would like to visit and pray with you.  Please call, or have a family member call the Parish Office.

Contact:  Kathy Prewitt    636-561-6611      kathy.prewitt@icdparish.org

Inspiration Quest

Inspiration Quest (IQ Series) is an adult Christian learning series at Immaculate Conception Parish which offers a wonderful variety of speakers and events generally once each month throughout the year.  The overall idea for this series is to educate and inspire Catholic adults who seek to deepen their understanding and appreciation of our faith.

Contact:  Mary Jane Smith     636-561-6611     maryjane.smith@icd.org

Knights of Columbus   More Details

The Dardenne Council of Knights of Columbus is open to men, 18 years of age or older.  The Knights are dedicated to Christian leadership, fraternity and charity.

Contact:  Bob Werderitsch    636-379-5974

Liturgical Ministers:

Liturgy Committee    More Details

Liturgy Committee members work to enhance our parish liturgies – most specifically our Sunday Eucharistic Celebrations. Those who have an appreciation and interest in improving our parish liturgies are encouraged to join. Our work includes ensuring that our Sunday celebrations run smoothly and are effective. We help plan special liturgies, prepare our worship space, see to the art and environment needs including banner making, oversee the music, and help coordinate the ministry of our servers, ushers

Contact:  Jan Parker     636-561-6611       jansfo@yahoo.com

Liturgy of the Word for Children     More Details

Jesus made a special point of welcoming the children.  ICD celebrates Liturgy of the Word for children ages K-2nd Grade at the 10:15  a.m. Sunday mass.  The children are dismissed from Mass to hear and discuss Sunday’s readings at their own level.  The children return to their pews afterwards to celebrate the remainder of the mass with their families.

Contact:  Laura Zoellner     636-978-0169

Luke 10 Group   More Details

Following the scriptural example in Luke 10:1-23, “into whatever house you enter, say, ‘Peace to this household’,” the goal of this ministry is to have a core team of 72 members to go out two by two and call on registered ICD parishioners who have become relatively inactive in practicing their faith.  The visitors let these inactive parishioners know that they are missed by the ICD family and attempt to hear their concerns with the ears and heart of Christ.

Contact:  Marty & Jan Unterreiner     636-561-4269       martyunt@gmail.com

Men’s Club     More Details

The ICD Men’s Club provides men of the parish an opportunity to gain a deeper knowledge of their Catholic Faith, advance the interests of ICD, and promote harmony and cooperation within the church and community.  Meetings are held twice a month.

Contact:  Brian Corrigan     314-308-9644

Contact:  Tom Borich          636-561-0707

Ministers of Danced Prayer   More Details

You don’t have to be a dancer to be involved in liturgical dance and movement. Teens, adults, men and women are all welcome! Our Liturgical Dance Coordinator will be happy to talk with you about how you can be a minister of danced prayer. Liturgical dance helps us to see and feel the words we sing and say at Mass. Expressive movement is a prayer – lifting up the whole person before God and joyfully proclaiming the goodness of all creation. We invite you to join us in song, word and gesture to proclaim God’s Good News!

Contact:  Suzanne Tushar     636-240-3289              

Contact:  Sally Daly-Barczewski     636-980-2011     sbarczew@mail.win.org

Money Counters    MoreDetails

Every Sunday and Monday morning teams of men and women give an exact counting of our offerings to the Lord.

Contact:  Jim Twellman     636-327-1982

Contact:  John Leger     636-561-6611

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)   More Details

Mothers of Preschoolers is an international ministry dedicated to meeting the distinct and unique needs of all mothers of preschoolers (birth through 6 yrs.).   This is a great opportunity to develop friendships with other mothers of young children from our parish, grow in Christian faith, and become more aware of Christ’s presence in your daily life as a mother.  

Contact:  Shanyne Fogarty   636-978-8849

Contact:  Candace Wessler  636-695-4592

Music Ministry     More Details

Contact:  Jan Parker    636-561-6611

Parish Council    More Details

The Parish Council is the coordinating and unifying structure of the parish community. The Council works in cooperation with the Pastor and the total parish in setting policy and establishing goals, objectives and action plans. The Council attempts to reflect the viewpoints of all the people of Immaculate Conception Parish. It consists of 10 parish members, in addition to the Pastor. The members are commissioned to a particular aspect of parish service according to their skills and talents. Meetings are held in the school library on the 3rd Monday of the month.

Contact:  Lisa Habiger
Chairperson
Home: 636-448-4663
Cell: 636-448-4663
lisa.habiger@yahoo.com

Parish Newsletter     More Details

Our parish newsletter, the Messenger, is mailed quarterly to each household in our parish. The purpose of the Messenger is to inform and inspire.  It contains news of parish events, stories of faith, and testimony of the wonderful work that God is doing in our midst! The Messenger welcomes ideas for articles, and photographs of events, from any parishioner.  We appreciate and encourage the help of “parish reporters” who write up these stories. There is also a need to help with preparation and mailing of the newsletter. Look for your Messenger in the mail! 

Parish Picnic

Contact:  Jeff Brooks

Parish School of Religion     More Details

The PSR program provides religious formation for students in grades one through eight who attend public schools. Our goal is to instruct the children in our parish family as a community of believers in the Catholic faith.  The instructions include faith-enriching experiences, such as liturgies, faith instructions, prayer, sacramental preparation, discussions leading to moral awareness and community service.  Parents as primary educators are involved at all levels. Our parish provides this PSR program to help parents fulfill their obligations as primary educators of our Catholic Faith.  The cooperation between parents and teachers will result in responsible behavior essential for the growth of the student as a contributing member of the Christian community.

Contact:  Barb Morgan    636-561-1974      barb.morgan@icdparish.org

Parish Socials   

Prayer Chain     More Details

The prayer chain consists of a group of parishioners who will pray for any intentions that are requested.  Anyone who is in need for prayer or would like to join the prayer chain is welcome to call.

Contact:  Helen Hug    636-240-1015

Prayer Shawl Ministry

   We are very energized about the Prayer Shawl Ministry at ICD. Shawls are crocheted or knitted into a "mantle of prayer." Prayers are constantly said during this process for the recipients who are suffering due to infirmity of the mind or body, poverty, sorrow at the loss of a loved one, or distress of certain matter. As the recipients turn over their needs and sufferings to God, we ask that they might receive perfect consolation, healing, guidance, and deliverance from their afflictions. A formal, inspirational prayer is attached to the completed shawl before it is blessed by one of our parish priests.
   Although there is no charge for the shawls, donations are greatly appreciated for the cost of materials and/or the funding of this new ministry. Once a month, or more frequently if needed, materials will be distributed and finished shawls will be received. Kay Gerkowski, the head this new ministry, is asking for volunteers who like to crochet and knit, but most importantly, love to pray. If you are in need of a prayer shawl for yourself or others, or would like to help with a donation for this new ministry, please contact Kay by phone (636) 561-3642 or by mail to Kay Gerkowski c/o Prayer Shawl Ministry, P.O. Box 1152, O'Fallon, MO 63366.

 Contact:  Kay Gerkowski      636-561-3642

Pro-Life Committee     More Details

The ICD Pro-Life Committee plans pro-life events and activities in our parish.   These activities range from prayer, education, provide real alternatives to abortion and promotion of public policies which protect the right to life.  A working relationship is maintained with other local pro-life groups.  Do you feel called to get more involved?  We welcome new members and new ideas!  The committee meets monthly, depending on activities.  A schedule of upcoming meetings and meeting minutes from the last meeting can be viewed by clicking on the links on the left side of this page.  Everyone is welcome to attend these meetings.

Contact:  Anne Larkin    636-398-4068      larkin210@centurytel.net

Quilters    More Details

The quilters donate their time and talent to produce beautiful hand-made quilts that are used for the socials of the parish throughout the year. Their quilts are also given away at their Annual Quilt Social held in the spring.  The quilters gather on Thursday from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm. 

Contact:  Selma Boschert  636-272-3108

"Ready, Set, Grow" - Childrens Catechumanate

Contact:  Mary Jane Smith     636-561-6611     maryjane.smith@icd.org

Resurrection Choir   More Details

Our Resurrection Choir provides music ministry at our parish funerals, providing comfort and peace to  families during their time of loss. Singers and instrumentalists from this group are generally available during the day. They are notified when a funeral is scheduled. 

Contact:  Nancy Hammer     636-561-8570     namham43@yahoo.com

RCIA - Instruction in Catholic Faith

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process in which a person who is not baptized or baptized in another faith denomination journeys with others like them and other Catholics to be fully initiated into the Catholic Faith.  It is a process of formation.  There are four steps in this formation process which culminates at the Easter Vigil with the celebration of the three Sacraments of Initiation, Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist.  The parish community, through its prayers, witness, worship, service, and catechesis, offers the invitation and support for the men and women to initiate into the Catholic Church.  Weekly meetings are held beginning in September and ending in May.  Sponsorship is needed always rewarding.

Contact:  Kathy Prewitt     636-561-6611      kathy.prewitt@icdparish.org

R.C.I.T.   More Details

The Rite of Christian Initiation for Teens is a process for High School age teens who wish to become Catholic or are interested in completing the Sacraments of Initiation of Eucharist and/or Confirmation.

Contact:  Kevin Good       636-561-6611 ext. 512

School Board  More Details

The School Board is an advisory board who, along with the principal of the school, advise the Pastor concerning the philosophy, objective, policies and budget of our school.

SCRIP Committee      More Details

SCRIP is a program through which parishioners can purchase merchant (grocery, retail and restaurant) certificates at face value and in turn, the merchants give a portion of the dollars spent back to our parish community, with the percentage ranging from 3-25%.  These certificates can be used just like cash and can be purchased after weekend masses in the St. Ann Room.  An Express SCRIP order drop box is located in  the school building for the convenience of dropping off orders to be picked up at Friday/weekend sales.

Contact:  Chris McNamara       Phone:  636-300-3048       Email:  scrip@icdschool.org

Secular Franciscan Order   More Details

Secular Franciscans are men and women, single or married, who have answered a call to the Franciscan life. After a time of formation, members of this group join the Franciscan family by making a public profession to a Rule of Life given to them by the Church and St. Francis. As Secular Franciscans, they live in the world and go “from Gospel to life and from life to the Gospel”. They meet regularly, supporting each other in their journey and witness to the world. This life “in community” energizes and inspires them as they seek daily conversion in following Christ. We welcome those who would like to explore a possible vocation to this Franciscan way of life.

Contact:  Chris Geiger    636-939-962      cmgeiger@charter.net

Serra Vocation Club    More Details

The Serra Club is an association of parish laypeople and permanent deacons who share a deep faith and want to incorporate the teachings of Christ into their daily lives.  The club’s roles are to (1) promote continuing prayer for vocations, (2) to work within the parish to promote Vocations to the ministerial priesthood and the religious life by implementing specially designed promotional programs of the Archdiocesan Vocation Office and Serra International, and (3) to promote the spiritual growth of all club members.  Membership is open to all parishioners in good standing with the Catholic Faith. 

Contact:  Deacon Russ Butler         636-561-7003        russbtler@aol.com

50+ Group (Shining Lights)       More Details

This exciting group has provided interesting activities, like trips to Kansas City, Branson, Ste. Genevieve, Nashville, etc.!  We also have attended the Symphony, Soulard, Missouri Botanical Garden, Our Lady of the Snows, the Muny, etc.!  Please give our group a try—meetings generally @ 6:00 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month with food & entertainment in the Parish Hall. We welcome everyone—couples or singles!  A few also volunteer to sing at nursing homes four or five times per month.  Rides are available.

Contact:  Betty Schlag     636-561-1794     bettyjeansmail@aol.com

Contact:  Joan Shanklin   636-561-2397

St. Vincent DePaul Society        More Details

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an international Catholic organization of men and women who seek, in a spirit of justice and charity, by person-to-person involvement of its members, to help those who are suffering.  No work of charity is foreign to the society.  The society welcomes all members of ICD to help this effort.  The work is funded through parish and community food drives during the year and monetary funding is through the poor box located at the rear of Church and also three special offerings are included in the Offertory envelopes in February, July & Thanksgiving. Our parish is blessed with generous parishioners who also give freely of food and money.  Meetings are held on the  2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month.  

Services:  (636) 561-6611 x 549        Food Pantry:  (636) 561-6611  x  550

Sports Association     More Details

The Sports Association provides recreational sporting opportunities in soccer, volleyball, basketball, golf and baseball/softball to children within the parish boundaries who are in grades K through 12.  The Sports Association holds its monthly meeting on the last Tuesday of the month in the St. Justin Room lower level of Parish Hall 7:00 PM. All are welcome.

Contacts:

Stewardship       More Details

The Stewardship program was initiated in 1989 with the time, talent and treasure phases. The time and talent phase is giving back to our parish the God-given talents each parishioner possesses in some aspect of parish life.  Our parish has been blessed with generous volunteers who have utilized their talents to make Immaculate Conception the parish it is today.  With the growing community of our parish, many of these services and ministries need more help in order to continue.  The talents of each parishioner are welcomed on any committee and ministry.  The Treasure phase of Stewardship is giving back to God and our parish the first fruits of our endeavors.  Through this portion of stewardship our parish grows and the ministries are allowed to continue to meet the growing demands of these necessary services.

Contact:  Dennis Reller     636-978-4885      dennis@hawkinsconstruction.net

Sunday Babysitting