Groups and Organizations

 

Dear Friends,  WELCOME!                                                                              

 

I hope that we can make you feel welcome to get involved in our community.  Please know that we would be happy to help you find a way to help build the Reign of God here at St. Timothy.

 

Estimados Amigos:  Bienvenidos!  Si quiere ayudar nuestras programas para la communidad Latina, por favor lee abajo.

 

                   Father Andy and the staff.

 

LA COMMUNIDAD LATINA: 

 

Todos son bienvenidos -- Misas  en Español – Los sábados a las 8PM.

1.      EQUIPO DE FÚTBOL:  ¿Quiere jugar? Padre Andres, aaaron@archbalt.org.  301-845-8028. 

2.      GRUPO MUSICO: Luis y Maria Martinez, 301-682-9902,  martinez.lopez@verizon.net.  ¿Quiere cantar o tocar un instrumento durante the misa? ¡Lo Necesitamos a usted!

3.      ayudar en LOS ministerioS DE la misa:  Martha Camacho, 301-682-3887,  marthaenedina@yahoo.com.

4.      ESTUDIA LA BIBLIA Y NUESTRA FE CATÓLICA:  Después de la misa, con pan y café.   Luis Marin, 301-305-1154 o Maria Hawkins, marihawk3@msn.com.

5.      BAUTISMOS, FORMACIÓN CHRISTIANA:  Ernesto Geisler, 301-371-0412, ekgeisler@msn.com o Rocky y Malena Rocamora, 301- 698-4969, malena1840@adelphia.net. Si necesita bautizar su hijo o hija o registrarlos en Formación Christiano.

6.      APRENDER INGLÉS:  Elisa Garza 301-845-4980, desormaux2@aol.com.  Si quiere enseñar o aprender.

7.      BODAS:  Padre Andres, 301-845-8028, aaaron@archbalt.org.  Bodas son gratis.

 

 

 

 

 

 

LITURGY AND WORSHIP

 

Liturgy Committee:  Tim Kueberth, 301-668-7348, tkueberth@hanger.com

Eucharistic Ministers:  Kate Powell, 301-845-6545, powellkate@comcast.net.

Lectors:  Ed McCoy, 301-845-8154, mccoys@earthlink.net.

Altar Servers:  Dave and Clare Tauriello, 301-845-0717, sttim_server@yahoo.com.

Altar Server Albs Laundry Committee:  Dave and Clare Tauriello, 301-845-0717, sttim_server@yahoo.com

Ushers:  Brian Woerner, 301-682-4658, brian.woerner1@verizon.net.

Cantors:  5pm, 8am and 11:30am masses -- Linda Lebo, 301-845-8028, ext. 4; music@stimothys.org.

Contemporary Choirs:  Linda Lebo, 301-845-8028, ext. 4;  music@stimothys.org.

Children’s Choir:  Linda Lebo, 301-845-8028, ext. 4; music@stimothys.org.

Traditional Choir:  Bill Powell, 301-845-6545, wdpowelliii@comcast.net.

Youth Band:  Singers and musicians -- Lori at drangleb@msn.com.

Church Environment/Decorating:  Maria Hawkins, 301-845-4562, marihawk3@msn.com.

Greeters:  Ministry of hospitality at all the masses -- Kate Powell, 301-845-6545, powellkate@comcast.net

Refreshments after Weekend Masses:  Tom and Stacey Miller, 301-845-6305, millergs5@verizon.net.

Hospitality Committee:  Refreshments for parish gatherings -- Marie Bauguess, 301-845-6577, rmb2738@netzero.net.

Social  Events Committee: Plans social  events for the parish -- Jim Schrader 301-845-8028 ext 5.

Laundry/Sewing:  Keeping vestments and altar linens clean and serviceable -- Juan McCoy, 301-845-8154, mccoys@earthlink.net.

Sacristy:  Cleaning and caring for liturgical items -- Lee and Maggie Koiro, 301-898-8131, leemar58@aol.com.

Semi-annual church cleaning:  Help clean the church -- Marie Bauguess, 301-845-6577, rmb2738@netzero.net.

 

 

CHILDRENS’ FAITH FORMATION

 

Dir. of Christian Formation and Sacramental Prep:  Yvette Leith, 301-845-8025,  directorcf@stimothys.org

Catechist/teacher:  Classes for grades 1-6 meet Mondays 6:45-8PM, Sept. thru April, also a summer program.

Substitute Catechist/teacher:  Confirmed high school students are welcome serve in some grades.

Aides:  Aides assist catechists in the Christian Formation classes.

Rite of Christian Initiation Adapted for Children:  For young people who have never been baptized or missed going through religious education. Monday nights.

Children’s Liturgy of the Word:  Present the Word, at mass, to children age 5 and older -- 5pm, 9:45am, 11:30am.

Christian Formation Committee: Assist in helping to plan and coordinate the religious education programs.

Timmy’s Tots: Help with our program for 3 and 4 year-olds at the 9:45am mass.

Nursery: Help with our nursery for children 0-5 years old at the 9:45am mass.

Sacramental Preparation for Baptism:  Assist new parents to prepare for the baptism of their children.

 

 

YOUTH MINISTRY

 

Coordinator of Youth Ministry:  Marissa Alspaugh, 301-845-8025, youthministry@stimothys.org

Jr. High Youth Ministry:  Every other Sunday night at 7pm during the school year with other events year-round.

Sr. High Youth Ministry:  Every other Sunday night at 7pm during the school year with other  events year-round.

Confirmation Preparation Program for Youth:  Various times during the school year. 

 

 

 

ADULT FAITH FORMATION & SOCIAL

 

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults): Jim Schrader, 301-845-8028, ext. 5; rcia@stimothys.org.Help on team for those who are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith. 

Confirmation Preparation for Adults:  Stan and Carol Misina, 301-694-0463, carolnstan@verizon.net.Program for Catholic adults who have gone through religious education, but has never been confirmed. 

Bereavement Group:   Claudette Lucas, 301-663-3871, claudettelucas@comcast.net.  For those who have lost a loved one.  The group will be meeting on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month at 10:00 AM at the Rectory. 

Marriage Encounter Weekends: Retreats for couples to rediscover the joy, intimacy and romance of their relationships.  Call 1-877-558-LOVE (5863) or visit wwwme.net.

Marriage Enrichment Weekends at St. Timothy:  Jim Schrader. 301-845-8028, ext. 5; rcia@stimothys.org.

Retrouvaille, “rediscovery” weekends help struggling couples rebuild trust and renew communication.  For upcoming weekends call 410-647-0350 or 301-468-6764.  Weekends in Spanish are available.

Adult Formation Committee -- Jim Schrader. 301-845-8028, ext. 5; rcia@stimothys.org.Assist in helping to plan and coordinate the religious education and formation of the adults of our parish. 

Marriage Preparation -- im Schrader. 301-845-8028, ext. 5; rcia@stimothys.org.To inquire about helping with this ministry:  Couples married at least five  years to help others prepare for marriage training  provided.

Remarriage Prep – Jim Schrader and Kathie Clark, 301-898-7836, rcia@stimothys.org.  Remarried couples assist couples who are preparing to remarry.  Issues involving blended families, etc. may be addressed: 

Evangelization Committee – Colleen Koning, 301-663-0730, u4koning85@verizon.net.

Knights of Columbus – Catholic fraternal organization for men and their families, second and fourth Wed. at 7:30pm, social, spiritual, service events:  Grand Knight Dirk Griffin, 301-631-9064, dirk@griffwood.net.

(Gemstones) Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus – Women’s companion organization to the K of C.  Social, spiritual, service:  Tami Griffin.  301-631-9064, tami@griffwood.net.

Moms Group – Every other Thursday at 10am at the church.  Moms and kids gather for fun, discussions, food, and presentations.  No dues required.  Kelly Jaeger, knkjaeger1@verizon.net; 301-845-0090.

Leisure Group -- Jeanette Todd, 301-845-6796, jeannettetodd@aol.com.  Primarily a Senior fellowship group but anyone can attend. It meets monthly at church. They assist in parish ministries, have luncheon meetings, plan outings and picnics. 

Eucharistic Adoration Committee:  Claudette Lucas, 301-663-3871, claudettelucas@comcast.net; and Alan Notafrancesco, 301-845-7112.  This committee of many dedicated people promotes and facilitates Eucharistic Adoration in the parish. 

Visiting Pilgrim Statue Program - Dom or Rita Macera, 301- 845-0328, macera16@adelphia.net.  St. Timothy's had the privilege of acquiring a statue of Our Lady of Fatima that has been blessed by John Paul II.  A committee member would come into your home to set up the statue, give you prayer materials to use while the statue is in your home.. 

“THE WELCOME BACK PROGRAM”:  Kate Powell at powellkate@comcast.net or 301-845-6545; and Meda Day at Mday@fredco-md.net or 301-845-0233. For you or someone you know who has been away from active participation in the Church for a while.  Tues. at 7pm at 200 Glade Blvd (the rectory) Apr 8, 15, 22 and May 4.  Apr. 29 at the church.

Faith-Based Weight Management Program: Claudette Lucas, 301-663-3871, claudettelucas@adelphia.net.

SMALL FAITH-SHARING GROUPS:

1.      Bible Study groups – Fall and Lent.  Jim Schrader.

2.      “Why Catholic?” Faith Sharing Groups which discuss our Catholic faith – Fall and Lent.  Susanne Basford at 301-698-1332.  For more info look at “Why Catholic?”:  www.whycatholic.org. 

3.      Young Adults “Why Catholic?” Kristy Bugbee at bugbeept@comcast.net.  Young Adults will be studying “Why Catholic?” Single and married.  They also have social events.

4.      Wednesday Morning Bible Study:  Jean Rutledge at jeanrut1@yahoo.com or 301-663-3839.

5.      Men’s Small Faith-Sharing Groups:   6:30am Group Leader: Dominic Macera at macera16@aol.com.  7:30am Group Leader – Craig Lebo at lebol@aol.com.  Every other Saturday morning at the church. 

6.      Renewing Love:  Carol Loss at 301-898-4101 or losscj@comcast.net.  A program for women based on Scripture.  Topics will include:  “I am God’s creation,”  “peace in the home,” “relationships,” etc.  Fall and spring.

7.      Eucharistic Apostles of the Divine Mercy Cenacle – Maria Hawkins, 301-845-4562.  Prayer and Scripture.

       

SPORTS

Parish Softball Team:  Jim Miller, james_R_miller@dell.com; 301-371-6970.

Parish Flag Football Team:  Jim Miller, james_R_miller@dell.com; 301-371-6970.

Parish Basketball Team:  Pat Helmstetter, pjhelmstetter@chevychasebank.net; 301-695-5909.

Parish Soccer Team (only now in organizing stage):  Fr. Andy Aaron

-- We also plan to have pick-up basketball and volleyball times in the new parish center.  Let us know if you are interested in this at the parish office.

 

SOCIAL JUSTICE AND SOCIAL AWARENESS AND SERVICE

Tutors and Teachers of English for Our Spanish Community:   Elisa Garza 301-845-4980 o desormaux2@aol.com;  Barbara Center 301-668-8906.  Want to help tutor English?  No knowledge of Spanish is required.  Just the ability to teach.

Cooks for Parish Families in Crisis/Funeral Ministry – Sue Hess, 301-845-4625; Mary Ellen Hoffman, 301-845-2611; Marie Hawkins, 301-845-6554.  Plans luncheons for families after funeral masses.

Good Samaritans – Cathy Gross, cathy.gross@cambrex.com, 301-845-4808.  Volunteers to take shut-ins to church, doctor;  to do snow removal, yard work, grocery shopping, phone calls to the homebound, pet sitting, errands, child care, companionship for sick spouses to relieve caregivers, meals for new mothers, the sick, etc.: 

Parish Nurses -- Health screening, visits to the hospital, visits to homes, advocacy and education for patients, CPR classes, health fairs, visit nursing homes:  Phyllis Hacket, 301-845-6443, parishnurse@stimothys.org.

Haiti Action Committee – Una Barbagallo, 301 898-4465.  Parishioners raise awareness of the needs of our sister parish in Haiti, raise financial assistance for the needs of that community, and sponsor trips to and from Haiti.  Currently we are planning a Haiti Medical Trip consisting of volunteer Doctors, Nurses and Dentists.

St. Vincent de Paul Society – Don Boos, 301-898-5399, ddboos@prodigy.net.   Assist those  in crisis by providing food, utility, rent/mortgage assistance, etc.  Back-to-school project assisting children in Walkersville and western MD, Christmas Giving Tree for residents of Glade Valley and families in Walkersville and western MD: 

Glade Nursing Home – Craig and Mary Hathaway, 301-845-8702, craigandmary@verizon.net.  Take communion, offer companionship.

Heartfields Nursing Home - Joan Pezenosky, 301-698-1543.  Take communion, offer companionship.

Right To Life Committee – Colleen Koning, 301-663-0730.
Inter-Parish Frederick County Ministry to Those in Prison- Mr. Greg Stevens:  301-668-9653.  Weekly Bible studies and communion services for those in prison in Frederick County.  Knowledge of Spanish is a help.

Cropwalk – Kate Powell, 301-845-6545, powellkate@comcast.net.  Sponsored walk raises money to fight hunger.

Pastoral Visitors -- Craig and Mary Hathaway, 301-845-8702, craigandmary@verizon.net.  Visit,  praying with and bring communion to shut-ins and those in institutions.

Finance Council – Christine Ullmann, 301-682-4442, Christine.ullmann@montgomerycountymd.gov.  If you have expertise in this area, we could use your help to help us with our financial planning and budget: 

Maintenance Committee -- Dominic Macera, 301-845-0328, macera16@adelphia.com.  Provides necessary care of the parish building and grounds according a monthly schedule.   Areas of Expertise:  Carpentry, Electrical, Painting, HVAC.  Also volunteers for grounds keeping, grass cutting, rectory, church, weeding at church.  

Parish Website:  John Manchester, 301-682-6288. Email: stwebmaster@stimothys.org