Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Coordinator:  John Powers
Phone: 772­785­9338
Goals and purpose: Exposition or Adoration is a manner of honoring the Holy Eucharist, by exposing It, with proper solemnity, to the view of the faithful in order that they may pay their devotions before It. Adoration is a sign of devotion to and worship of Jesus Christ who is present in the consecrated host.
Responsibilities: All are welcome to come and spend time in prayer and meditation with the real presence of the Lord. A proper sense of propriety and solemnity is encouraged and expected.
Time Commitment: Adoration occurs on a regular basis at St. Bernadette; however, the times and days may be adjusted according to other occurrences in the parish church. It is normally held on Wednesdays with the exact times posted in advance in the parish bulletin and on the parish calendar.
Ministry Involvement: If you wish to be actively involved in the preparations for and the act of adoration, contact the coordinator. If you merely wish to join with the others in devotion, it is not necessary to contact anyone.

Altar Angels
Coordinator: Sheila O'Connor
Phone: 871­1927
Goals and purpose: To develop an awareness of what the altar represents and develop a universal knowledge of the altar linens, holy vessels and colors of the Priests' vestments.
Responsibilities: Making, washing, and ironing altar linens for a beautiful altar at St. Bernadette Church.
Helpful attributes: Sewing abilities

Altar Servers
Coordinator: Steve Dove
Phone: 772-871-0963
e­mail:  skddove@yahoo.com
Goals and purpose: As stewards of God's many gifts, and in the spirit of stewardship and service, the mission of the St. Bernadette Altar Servers is to minister at God's altar with reverence, with dignity, and with love.
Responsibilities: We do this by assisting, in many ways, the Presider at Mass.
Helpful attributes: This ministry is open to all males and females who have celebrated their first Holy Communion. Children, from the age of 7 and adults up to the age of 110 are welcome.
Time Commitment: Varies as scheduled for service at Mass. Youth Altar servers also meet at 10:00 am on the 3rd Saturday of each month.

Art & Environment
Coordinators: John & Donna Francavilla
Phone: 772­873­9055
e­mail:  jdonnakatz@aol.com
Goals and purpose: Creating a beautiful and prayerful environment for our liturgies and high feasts.
Responsibilities: Coordinating and creating ideas and decorative arrangements and displays to enhance the environment for special liturgical celebrations.
Helpful attributes: Creative and constructive ideas; a love for our Catholic Ritual.

Eucharistic Ministers to the Homebound
Coordinator: Suzanne Yodice
Phone: 772­595­3350
Goals and purpose: A response to your Baptismal call to serve God's people by assisting the priest in the distribution of Holy Communion.
Responsibilities: To fulfill monthly or daily assignments for the distribution of Communion and other duties as outlined in the handbook. A willingness to visit the sick and homebound, including hospitals and nursing homes.
Helpful attributes: A strong commitment to Christ and to the Church as evidenced by a life lived in conformity with all that the Church teaches.
Training required: Diocesan training provided.

Hospitality/Ushers
Coordinator: Michael Azzone
Phone: 772­465­7434
e­mail:  golfmike3032@aol.com
Goals and purpose: To make the warmth and welcome of Christ more real in our Parish.
Responsibilities: Helping our Parish to be a warm, loving family by greeting parishioners and guests and tending to their needs.
Helpful attributes: "Ushers to be hosts at the feast"; determined to see that each guest feels welcomed, wanted, valued and special. A handshake, our friendly greeting, is all it takes to enhance each person's sense of belonging.
Time commitment: Willingness to serve at the Saturday, Sunday and Holy Day Masses.

Ministry of the Word (Lectors)
Coordinator: Chuck Campbell
Phone: 772­489-5419
e­mail:  chucksuecampbell@comcast.net
Coordinator: Joe Risi
Phone: 772­343­7492
 e­mail: jaysar@comcast.net
Goals and purpose: Proclaiming the Word of Holy Scripture. Calling and encouraging the faithful to pray.
Responsibilities: Flowing from our joyful call to be stewards, we proclaim the inspired words of Holy Scripture, always remembering that the books of the Bible were written to tell a story.
Helpful attributes: A strong voice and desire to proclaim The Word; Commitment to the schedule.
Time commitment: 4 hours per month.
Training required: Diocesan and Parish training provided.

Music/Choir
Coordinator: Mary Ann Imperati
Phone: 772­336­0988
e­mail:  maryannimperati@bellsouth.net
Goals and purpose:
Adult Choir: Leads the singing at the 10:45 am Sunday liturgy. This Choir rehearses once a week (currently Wednesday evening) and prior to Mass on Sunday morning. Cantors lead the congregation in singing. The cantors rehearse at Adult Choir practice and at other times during the week. New members are always welcome.
The Contemporary Choir Shine: Leads the singing at the 9:00 am Sunday liturgy. This Choir rehearses prior to Mass on Sunday morning. They currently rehearse at 8 am. Cantors lead the congregation in singing. The cantors rehearse at Shine Choir practice and at other times during the week. New members are always welcome.
For God's Grace Music Group: A young adult contemporary Catholic ensemble, rehearses each Sunday morning prior to the 12:15 pm Mass, and is directed by Kris Krueger. Membership is open to all voices and instruments from senior in high school and above.
Hand Bell Choir: Our newest addition to music ministry, they currently rehearse on Tuesday evenings and participate in all special Masses and services. The Choir is directed by Paula Andreozzi and Arlyn (Sissy) Guidry.
Time commitment: A commitment to practice on a regular basis is important, usually for 2 hours weekly.

Prayer Groups
Coordinator: Stella DiGiorgio
Phone: 772­873­9023
e­mail:  digiorgios@bellsouth.net
Goals and purpose: To share the love of our Lord Jesus Christ through Scripture, song and praise. We offer comfort, support and spiritual peace of mind in a loving, close knit community. When we gather, our understanding and appreciation of God's word increases dramatically as we share in a friendly, devout Catholic atmosphere.
Time commitment: We meet for approximately 1.5 hours weekly.

Sacristan
Coordinator: Al Elslager
Phone: 772­878­8718
Goals and purpose: The name sacristan is derived form the Latin sacer which means "sacred." The Sacristan provides invaluable background help to the church. It is through the stewardship of the sacristan that the celebrant priest and the Parish community can elevate and enhance their prayer and worship at Holy Mass and other liturgical functions.
Responsibilities: To prepare the liturgical space and liturgical articles for the celebration of the liturgy. The sacristans responsibility includes preparing the vessels, sacristy, sanctuary and assembly for Mass. The sacristan oversees the 'behind the scenes' preparation for liturgy ­that is, prepares hosts, wine, candles, and other supplies.
Helpful attributes: To be a sacristan is truly a holy call. A devotion to the understanding of the Eucharist is paramount. A sacristan is expected to learn the different vessels used in the Liturgy of the Eucharist, their importance and proper care.
Time commitment: It is expected that a sacristan will accept a minimum weekly commitment for at least one Mass. However, this can be flexible with the possibility of doing more or less based upon individual circumstances. The sacristan is expected to be present at a minimum of 30 minutes prior to Mass or other liturgical function, and for 30 minutes thereafter to ensure that all tasks are completed.

Special Ministers of the Eucharist
Coordinators: Roger and Kathleen Mistler
Phone: 772­446­7102
e­mail:  mistlers3@bellsouth.net
Goals and purpose: A response to your Baptismal call to serve God's people by assisting the priest in the distribution of Holy Communion.
Responsibilities: To fulfill monthly or daily assignments for the distribution of Communion and other duties as outlined in the handbook.
Helpful attributes: A strong commitment to Christ and to the Church as evidenced by a life lived in conformity with all that the Church teaches.
Training required: Diocesan training provided.

Faith Formation Ministries:

Baptism Preparation
Coordinators:
Marilyn and Jim Pesch - Phone 772­873­0989 email: jam1968mar@bellsouth.net
Deacon Ed and Anna Breitfelder - Phone 772­344­4703, email: deaconeddieann@comcast.net
Goals and Purpose: To provide the parents and families of children who are to be baptized with a proper understanding of the procedures and significance of that event. Children of any age are always welcomed for baptism given a commitment to raising the child according to the Catholic faith. Although the Church recommends that a child be baptized within a few weeks after birth, factors such as the health and well­being of the mother and/or of the child, the time it takes for preparing and planning the baptismal celebration, allowing the parents and other family members time to adjust to the new arrival, and scheduling the participation of extended family and friends who may have to travel some distance, are also factors that need to be taken into account.
Responsibilities: We, as Church, believe it is our duty to offer parents and guardians, AS WELL AS GODPARENTS, the opportunity to fully understand the commitment you are undertaking for a child and yourselves through the Sacrament of Baptism. Attendance at the baptism preparation session is also an excellent time for you to ask any questions you may have and to discuss any special circumstances surrounding your child's baptism. It is our expectation that you will attend and find the baptism preparation session meaningful and that it will put you into a more relaxed and prayerful state of mind as the baptism day approaches.
Time Commitment: Baptism preparation requires attendance at one training session as well as reading materials provided at one's own leisure.
Ministry Involvement: If you wish to be actively involved in Baptism preparation, contact the coordinators or the pastor.

Bible Studies
Coordinator: Marilyn Rose
Phone: 772­464­1108
e­mail:  mrose2438@aol.com
Goals and purpose: Study together the "Word of the Lord" to discover the full meaning of the Bible, which can give new insights and nourishment to our Faith experience.
Responsibilities: All members share the responsibility of creating an atmosphere of loving support and trust in the group by respecting the opinions and experience of others, and by affirming and encouraging one another.
Time commitment: 20 minutes per day and one hour meeting per week. Daytime and evening groups available.

Parish School of Religion
Coordinator: Judy Roensch, DRE
Phone: 772­336-9956
e­mail:  jur263@netzero.com
Faith Formation is a life­long process which includes Adult Enrichment, Youth Religious Education, Sunday Children's Liturgy, Sacrament Preparation Programs, and the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and Children (RCIA).
Goals and purpose: Carrying out the command of Jesus to "...go therefore, and make disciples of all nations." To minister to children, youth and adults, forming them in the Catholic Faith.
Responsibilities: In addition to parents, Catechists (teachers) are the child's teachers in the formation of Faith. Catechists also share their faith with other adults.
Helpful attributes: A love of our Catholic faith and have a desire to share it with others.
Time commitment: Classes are generally 1 hour with some preparation time needed. Classes are held during the months of September­May following the public school calendar.
Training required: Diocesan and Parish training provided.
Fingerprinting required: Yes.

Project Children's Literacy
Coordinator: Mary Huffstetter
Phone: 772­579­0482
e­mail:  mimihuff23@yahoo.com
Mission Statement: The Project Children's Literacy Ministry exists to provide the opportunity for members of our parish to share in the educational, spiritual and social growth of the youngest and most impressionable members of our community. With the assistance of quality children's literature and reliable instructional methods, our ministers play an integral part in building the foundations our children need to succeed in school, and to become avid readers and writers. Our ministers draw inspiration from the incomparable teacher, Jesus, and accept his proclamation that we are the light of the world. We are determined to let our lights shine for all, particularly for the at­risk elementary students in our community.
Purpose: To provide the time and talent necessary to assist the staff at Garden City Elementary in Fort Pierce in providing engaging literacy experiences to at­risk elementary school children in our community.
Responsibilities: Catechesis is preparation for the sacraments along with understanding and knowledge of our profession of faith. Catechesis is a responsibility of the the parents (family) and the Church (community of faith). The catechist is to encourage a living, explicit, and faithful profession of faith by accompanying all (children, youth and adults in their faith journeys toward holiness through faith stories, prayer, scripture, and Church traditions. Catechists are to encourage all families to participate in regular worship through the Liturgies (Masses). In this way catechesis becomes a unity between family and the faith community of the parish.
Helpful attributes: Keen listening skills, Respect for all children, Sense of humor.
Time commitment:   Flexible. Attendance at one­hour monthly meetings is encouraged.
Training required: Initial meeting to review materials. On­the­job­training as needed.
Fingerprinting/Background Check required.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
Coordinator: Sonny Gaudet
Phone: 772­336­9956,  Cell 772­240­2272
e­mail:  sonnygaudet@yahoo.com
Goals and Purpose: RCIA is the process by which adults become members of the Roman Catholic Church. The process is concerned with the total formation of the person into believing with the Church community (doctrinal formation), living with the Church community (practical formation), praying with the Church community (liturgical formation), and serving the Church community (apostolic formation). The central and unifying principle of the Rite is conversion. This gradual development culminates in the celebration of the initiation sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and the Eucharist at Easter.
Responsibilities: To be able to share your faith stores as wither a catechist, sponsor, or discussing the holy Scriptures.
Helpful Attributes: A love of our Catholic faith and a desire to share it with others.
Time Commitment: Generally classes are held once a week for an hour and a half.
Training Required: Diocesan and parish training provided.
Fingerprinting required: Yes

Youth Ministry
Coordinator: Sonny Gaudet
Phone: 772­336­9956
e­mail:  sonnygaudet@yahoo.com
Goals and Purpose: To empower young people to live as disciples of Jesus Christ in the world today; to draw young people to responsible participation in the life, mission, and work of the Catholic faith community; to foster the total personal and spiritual growth of each young person by helping those individuals to recognize her/his own giftedness; to encourage young people to make a stewardship response to that giftedness. Comprehensive youth ministry is ministry that is to, with, by, and for youth.
Responsibilities: To create a safe environment and acceptance of all young people so that the feel comfortable sharing their relationship with God and others.
Helpful Attributes: Patience, understanding, cheerfulness, and a sense of humor­willingness to be open to the youth of the parish.
Time Commitment: 2­3 hours per week
Training Required: Diocesan and parish training provided.
Fingerprinting required: Yes

Church Administration Ministries:

Calendar Coordination
Coordinator: Ed Laughlin
Phone: 772­873­0601
e­mail:  cathstewardship@aol.com
Goals and Purpose: As good stewards of God's many gifts, especially the gift of time, the Calendar Committee of St. Bernadette Catholic Family exists to counsel and advise the pastor, as well as the various agencies, groups, and ministries of the parish in relation to scheduling meetings, events, and activities. It is NOT the purpose of the calendar committee to make decisions relating to who can do what or when, but merely to assist in coordination of scheduling of such activities which affect the parish and its membership. The committee shall meet with the pastor on a regular basis to review the status of the parish calendar, as well as to plan and prepare ways to make the calendar available to parishioners and others.
Responsibilities: Attend a monthly meeting and be willing to proofread and review and discuss calendar items and proposals from throughout our faith community.
Helpful Attributes: A sharp eye, an understanding of the proper use of the English language, and a creative mind.
Time Commitment: 1­2 hours a month

Cleanliness with Godliness
Coordinator: Bob Baker, Phone 772­878­1921, e­mail bentley358@aol.com
Coordinator: Don Heppe, Phone 772­336­2710, e­mail djpjheppe@bellsouth.net
Goals and purpose: To provide time and services to maintain and keep clean our temporary church and facilities for our fellow parishioners and guests.
Helpful attributes: Gratitude for our Parish facilities and a desire to keep them beautiful.
Time commitment: 1­2 hours per month.

Communications Committee
Coordinator: Ed Laughlin
Phone: 772­873­0601
e­mail:  cathstewardship@aol.com
Goals and Purpose: The Communications Committee of St. Bernadette Parish exists
   1. To provide an ongoing review of current communications efforts;
   2. To institute ways by which our people can communicate with the parish leadership and with one another relating to programs, events, meetings, and ministries;
   3. To provide a positive presentation of our parish family and its good works;
   4. To be good stewards by accounting clearly for our activities, services, and joys. It is the purpose of the St. Bernadette Parish Family Communications Committee to provide appropriate communications support to parish staff, parish ministries, parish organizations, and other parish groups, as well as serving as a liaison with outside parish communications entities.
Responsibilities: To attend monthly meetings to monitor parish communications efforts and to serve on sub­committees which address the communications challenges on a regular basis.
Helpful Attributes: A knowledge of or experience with the wide variety of communications instruments and areas­print media, internet, radio, television, marketing, public relations, graphic arts­is helpful. However, interest in these areas and a willingness to learn is equally important. Data processing skills are additionally helpful.
Time Commitment: 4­6 hours a month

Social Committee
Coordinators: Tom and Julia Mollica
Phone: 772­344-2084
Goals and purpose: To create opportunities for our St. Bernadette Parish Family to have fun together!
Responsibilities: Develop and coordinate social activities that promote joyful Christian fellowship and community.
Helpful attributes: Outgoing, personable ­enjoy working with others. We welcome any other skills that would help in implementing Parish social activities.

St. Bernadette Annual Golf Outing
Coordinator: Father Son Linh Hoang
Phone: 772­336­9956
Goals and Purpose: To provide an opportunity for the people of the parish to work as a stewardship community, this annual event is held in the early fall or late summer each year. It provides an excellent outlet for golfers both within and without the community, as well as providing funding for various parish ministries.
Responsibilities: Our Golf Outing presents parish members with an opportunity to use a variety of gifts­in organization, planning, and marketing. The time and talents of many are needed.
Time Commitment: Varies according to the role a minister chooses for involvement. Planning and organization normally occur from March until September.
Ministry Involvement: People interested in being involved with this group, or merely participating, should contact the parish office to express that interest.

Pastoral Service Ministries:

Bernadette's Angels
Coordinator: Marion O’Shea, Phone - 772-871-6930; email:  brook46@aol.com
Coordinator: Diane Jones, Phone - 772-344-1771; email:  suraut@aol.com
Coordinator: Noreen Carmody, Phone - 772-621-9893; email:  noreenmary@aol.com
Goals and purpose: Offering assistance to members of our Parish Family who are having difficulty coping due to sickness, bereavement or social solation. We offer support through our prayers which are said during the time of our hospital, hospice, or nursing home visits. We educate by providing materials related to bereavement at the time of our home bereavement visits. We also offer a funeral planning companion, who is available to assist the family in the planning of the funeral liturgy. Depending on our assessment of the family's needs, we may provide transportation for important appointments, food in a crisis situation or short term support related to managing and running a household and any referrals that may be appropriate.
Responsibilities: On a rotation basis members are asked to make sick, bereavement and/or homebound visits.
Fingerprinting: Yes

Circle of Friends Bereavement Support Group
Coordinator: Angela Doyle, Phone - 772-873-8969
Coordinator: Gerry Mauck, Phone - 772-343-7767
Goals and purpose: Providing grief support in a warm, caring, safe, faith­based environment for those in the parish who have recently lost a loved one.
Responsibilities: Gathering names of those in the Parish who have recently lost a close loved one. Sending letters of invitation to bereavement support group sessions, preparing materials related to grief work, and facilitating grief support sessions.
Helpful attributes: Compassion and concern for others; good listening skills; a strong desire and commitment to help others work through their grief; ability to promote a healing environment; maintain a sense of humor; maintain confidentiality.
Training required: Diocesan and Parish training provided.
Fingerprinting required: Yes

Council of Catholic Women (CCW)
Coordinator: Barbara Lutton,  Phone 772­878­5120, e­mail babslutton@comcast.net
Goals and purpose: Supporting, empowering and educating all Catholic women in Spirituality, Leadership and Service. The St. Bernadette CCW is an affiliate of the National Council of Catholic Women.
Responsibilities: Spirituality: To create a community of women who are rooted in and share common religious beliefs by worshipping together and having a devotion to our Blessed Mother. Service: To address and faithfully answer the needs of people in our Parish family, our community and our world through specific action. Leadership: To develop and offer support to our members through workshops and education which create stronger Council structure. Legislative Advocacy: To be credible in our expression of common beliefs concerning human rights and social justice in issues relating to Gospel values.
Helpful attributes: A commitment to making Stewardship a way of life for Catholic women.
Time commitment: Monthly meetings and attending Mass as a Council once a month. Members also attend Mass and the Rosary on the first Friday of each month.

Divorced & Separated Catholics
Coordinator: Lou DeBlasio, Phone 772­344­8628, e­mail loudi@bellsouth.net
Coordinator: Eileen Kelly, Phone 772­398­4618
Goals and purpose: Offering caring support and healing for the divorced & separated.
Responsibilities: A commitment to Church teaching. A further commitment to walk with those who are hurting because of a broken relationship.

Knights of Columbus Council #13042
Grand Knight: Ron Suriano, Phone 772-878-2623, e-mail ronmarilyn@comcast.net
Deputy Grand Knight: Carmine Guinta, Phone 772-878-8020, e-mail carminegui@aol.com
Website: http://www.kofc13042.org
Goals and purpose: Charity, Unity, Fraternity, Patriotism. To help a man to become a better Catholic by participating in the many projects put on by the Council.
Responsibilities: Working on projects, attending meetings, sharing time, talent and treasure with those in need.
Helpful attributes: A person who believes in helping people in any way possible thereby making a better man of himself.

Women's Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus Council #13042
Coordinator: Ann Guinta
Phone: 772­878­8020
Goals and purpose: Helping the Knights of Columbus reach out to all who are in need. Assisting our Parish and the Knights of Columbus wherever possible.
Responsibilities: Sharing of our time, talent and treasures as good stewards.
Helpful attributes: An understanding and commitment to the needs of the Knights of Columbus.

Martha's Hands
Coordinator: TBA, Phone 772­339, 9956
Goals and purpose: Supplying refreshments and services after funeral and memorial Masses.
Responsibilities: Set up and supply food with love; clean­up afterward.
Helpful attributes:  Like to cook a special dish or two to share with others.
Time commitment: Occasionally, for 2 ­3 hours

Prison Ministries
Coordinator: Jack H. Payne
Phone: 772­340­3154
Goals and purpose: Bringing the word of God and the sacraments of the Catholic Church to men, women and juveniles who are incarcerated. This is a diocesan wide ministry.
Responsibilities: Deacons and lay ministers assist at Mass, bring the Eucharist to inmates, conduct Para­liturgies and prayer meetings, facilitate Bible discussion sessions, and provide spiritual companionship.
Helpful attributes: To love God and be willing to share this love with others.
Time commitment: On average, ministers visit institutions about twice a month.
Training required: Diocesan training provided.
Finger printing required: Yes

Project Mother Teresa
Coordinator: Georgia Swan, Phone 772­343­9965, e­mail georgiaswan@bellsouth.net
Coordinator: Diane Repoli Phone 772­878­3741, e-mail: diane16900@aol.com
Goals and purpose: Helping to feed the hungry by providing non­perishable food collected at all Masses on the last weekend of each month.
Responsibilities: Project members will collect food at monthly Masses, sort and deliver foods on the following Monday morning.
Helpful attributes: An interest and willingness to help feed the hungry.
Time commitment: Three to five hours per month and occasional evening meetings.

Respect Life
Coordinator: Judy Wheeler, Phone 772­336­5865, e­mail themouse39@aol.com
Goals and purpose: Helping our Parish to appreciate and value the dignity of human life at all stages.
Responsibilities: Keeping the Parish aware of ways we can be good stewards to all whose lives are most vulnerable to attack: the unborn, elderly, the seriously ill, those condemned to death and the dying.
Helpful attributes: An awareness of all life as being a gift from God.

St. Vincent de Paul Society
Coordinator: Reinhard Hack
Phone: 772­579­8327
e­mail:  svdp@juno.com
Goals and purpose: Being the loving presence of Christ for the poor among us.
Responsibilities: Train new members to become case workers and to develop an understanding of the different circumstances people encounter. To provide food and comfort to those in need.
Helpful attributes: A keen understanding of the varied problems families encounter.
Fingerprinting required: Yes

Welcome Committee
Coordinator: Lauran Griffith
Phone: 772­785­9579
e­mail:  griffje@aol.com
Goals and purpose: Welcoming the newest members of our St. Bernadette Parish Family
Responsibilities: Provide a welcome packet to all newly registered families.
Time Commitment: Monthly meetings and home visits.