BIBLE STUDY/SMALL FAITH GROUPS
There are a variety of opportunities for one to gather with a small group of interested people who meet for prayer, reflection, and study of sacred scripture. We have two bible study groups, one that meets on Fridays at the Parish Office Building at 1:30 pm. This group meets from September through May. The second bible study group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at the Parish Office. These two groups utilize the "Quest" series for small groups.
Care Group, our small community of faith, meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm in the Parish Office Building. This group discusses the readings from Sunday's Liturgy and related passages from Scripture.
Special groups are formed during the seasons of Lent and Advent as a way of enriching your spiritual journey during these special times of the liturgical year. All are welcome to join these groups. Please call the Parish Office for more information. Staff Contact: Linda Smith
COLLECTION COUNTERS
These parishioners volunteer their time to count the collection each weekend and holy days. We have five rotating teams of counters. Staff Conact: Carol Richter
DIVORCED/SINGLE GROUP
No special group is available in the Parish, but there are groups in the area and upcoming programs are announced in the Bulletin or in special mailings. Staff Contact: Linda Smith
LEGION OF MARY
Through their devotion to the Blessed Mother, members of this group visit residents of Amber Park, East Galbraith Health Care, and East Galbraith Nursing Home and distribute Communion to the Catholic residents there. This group also meets on Monday evening at 6:00 PM in Fr. Dauwe Hall, Room C. Staff Contact: Linda Smith
MEN'S SUPPORT GROUP
Meeting on the first Thursday of the month, this group provides an opportunity for men to share their faith and friendship. Staff Contact: Fr. Timothy S. Bunch
MIXERS
This group sponsors programs just for fun for those over twenty-one years of age. Annual events consist of the New Year’s Eve Dance, Lenten Fish Fry, Parish Picnic and various outings. Staff Contact: Carol Richter
PARISH MISSION
Every Lent, a three day mission is held with different themed topics held each night. Fellowship and refreshments follow the mission talks.
PRAYER LINE
During times of special need or emergency situations, prayer requests are forwarded from the Parish Office to the Prayer Line. This dedicated group provides support by remembering you and your intention in prayer. Prayer requests are kept confidential, and your intention is held in prayer for as long as you request. Please call the Parish Office with your request or if you would like to become a member of the Prayer Line. Requests can also be sent via e-mail; send to stsaviour@fuse.net. Staff Contact: Jenny Daniels
PRO-LIFE PROGRAM
A pro-life program has been adopted by the Social Action Commission to provide moral, material and financial support for a pregnant parishioner who may need help. Staff Contact: Fr. Timothy S. Bunch
R.C.I.A.
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is the process by which adults are brought into full communion with our Church. This introduction begins in the fall of the year and culminates with initiation at the Easter Vigil. Meetings are held on Monday at 7:00 PM in the Parish Office Building. RCIA team members, Deacon Jerry Cain, and Fr. Timothy S. Bunch, Pastor, instruct the Catechumens, helping to clarify Church teachings. It is an uplifting experience for everyone involved. Staff Contact: Fr. Timothy S. Bunch or Deacon Jerry Cain
ROSARY GROUP
All are invited to join in praying the rosary on Fridays at 6:30 PM in Fr. Dauwe Hall, Room B. On the first Friday of the month, please stay for some fellowship after prayer! Staff Contact: Linda Smith
SCOUTS
This group fosters values and principals for the young men of the parish based on the Scout Oath and Laws. Boy Scout Troop 18 (representing Grades 6 through High School) meets at St. Saviour on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM. A Cub Scout Pack meets at St. Vincent and is made up of parishioners from St. Saviour, St. John, St. Vincent and St. Gertrude. They now have use of part of the storage building for their equipment. Staff Contact: Fr. Timothy S. Bunch
SOCIABLES
All women of the parish are invited to join this group which meets monthly. These gatherings are held at the Parish Office Building, at restaurants, or at nearby Bechtold Park. This is a social group that meets for fun, games, and camaraderie. Staff Contact: Linda Smith
SOUP KITCHEN
As part of our community outreach, our parish serves and supplies one meal a month at the Walnut Hills Soup Kitchen. Sponsored by our Social Action Commission, volunteers carpool to the soup kitchen on Gilbert Avenue, usually on the last Saturday of the month, and prepare, cook, and serve a meal to the residents. The interaction with and service to our brothers and sisters in need is a wonderful experience for individuals and families. The Parish also provides financial assistance of $300 a month to cover the cost of two additional meals. The Parish helps the kitchen with a donation of $700 which covers the increased electric bill in the summer to run the air conditioning during meal time. Sign-up sheets are posted on the bulletin boards at the church entrances two weeks prior to the soup kitchen date. Staff Contact: Linda Smith
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
St. Vincent de Paul Society is a lay organization of volunteers who answer the calls for assistance that are received by our Parish Office.
Individuals are given assistance with food, rent, utility bills, clothing, and other basic needs. The clients are interviewed by our members to assess their needs. The work of St. Vincent de Paul Society is sustained by the generosity of our parish through our food drives and our fifth Sunday collection. Staff Contact: Fr. Timothy S. Bunch
WALKERS/WHEELCHAIRS/CANES
Walkers, wheelchairs, canes, etc., are collected by the Parish and are available to be used by those who have a need. We have collected so many that we were able to donate some of them to Matthew 25 Ministries. Staff Contact: Linda Smith
YOUNG ADULTS
Although we do not have a special group formed, we do make information on related programs in the area through Bulletin announcements and special mailings. Staff Contact: Linda Smith
YOUNG AT HEART SENIORS
Those aged fifty-five and older are invited to join our seniors group. This active group of around forty members sponsors monthly events such as day trips, cookouts, and game nights, as well as monthly meetings. These meetings alternate between a morning gathering with coffee and donuts after the 8:00 AM Mass and an afternoon brown bag lunch, meeting, and time for playing cards. Staff Contact: Fr. Timothy S. Bunch or Linda Smith