Ministries at SEAS

What is happening at SEAS? How can I become part of the SEAS community and participate/help in that community? If you have these questions this is the page for you. Although not necessarily an exhaustive list, below you will find some of the groups that are part of the SEAS community and some of the activities in which you can participate.

Quick Jumps: Youth Group, RCIA, Families of Nazareth, NOAH, , Finance Council, Liturgy Committee, Respect Life Committee, Knights of Columbus, Liturgical Ministries (and schedule)

Groups

• Youth Group
  • The SEAS Youth Group is a spirituality-focused group that is open to youth of all faith backgrounds. Participants are expected to be open-minded, helpful and compassionate towards others, thus allowing the development of our love of God, our Church, and one another. The youth group offers many opportunities to get involved.
  • Sunday youth meetings are focused on spirituality and developing a sense of how faith in God translates to day-to-day living. There is opportunity for socializing and games, in-depth discussion, and prayer. A different topic, chosen by the youth council, is the point of focus for each week. Sunday meetings are in Seton Hall from 7-9 pm for grade 7 and up.
  • Another regular youth activity is Dead Theologian's Society on Wednesdays from 7-9, which is a unique opportunity to learn about the lives of the saints. Youth are also involved as readers, greeters, musicians, and Eucharistic ministers at Youth Mass at 11:30 on Sundays. Our youth are not only involved in weekly activities; over the next year the youth group will attend retreats and conferences such as Steubenville of the Rockies, spend time on service projects in a variety of capacities, and get together for purely social trips and activities.
• RCIA
  • The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is a series of classes and spiritual development for people who are interested in joining the Catholic Church. Classes are weekly on Tuesday evenings from September through Easter, including a few Saturday retreats. If you are interested in joining the Church, acting as a sponsor, or learning more about our Catholic faith through this program, please contact the office at 226-1303. More information is available on the RCIA webpage.
• The Families of Nazareth Movement
  • The Families of Nazareth Movement (FNM) is a meeting place for those who have already “found” God and for those embroiled in the many battles of today. The Movement is universal and there is room in it for everyone: families and single people, priests and religious, youth, children and the sick. On our way to holiness we try to imitate Jesus growing up in Nazareth under the authority of His Mother, Our Blessed Mother. For more information contact Denise at dabell_57@comcast.net.
• NOAH
  • "Not Otherwise Attached and Happy". NOAH is a singles group for singles of all ages -18 to 108 - who are separated, divorced, widowed, or have never been married. This group provides a variety of social, spiritual, and service activities. Many activities are adult only, but some include children, all in a non-dating, Christian atmosphere. We are open to all Christian Singles in the northern Front Range Area. Many activities are planned each month. Watch the bulletin or Denver Catholic Register for events or come to the NOAH message board. To contact us directly call Paula at 970-218-1141 or e-mail us at NOAH_singles@worldnet.att.net

Councils and Committees

Finance Council

The role of the parish finance council is to assist the pastor in carrying out his financial responsibilities. A parish finance council comprised of skilled and dedicated parish members can be an invaluable aid to the pastor. Members are appointed for a period of three years.

Members of the finance council are:

• Dr. Joseph Lopez
• Glenn Good
• Richard Hegeman
• Ann Russell
• Carole Kaiser
• Kevin Shaw

Liturgy Committee

The Liturgy Committee supports and directs the primary liturgical activities of the worship community at SEAS. Members work with care and decoration of the worship space for special occasions, assist with the plans for major feasts and update their education in matters specific to the Liturgy and Worship. For more information, contact the parish office at 970-226-1303.

Pastoral Council

The Pastoral Council at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish is an eleven-member group representing a cross section of parish ministries and parishioners as a whole. The Council acts as an advisory and consultative board for the Pastor on such issues as long term planning for growth of the parish, capital projects, community involvement and interactivity, parish and ministry issues and on other issues affecting the pastoral life of the parish.

With the exception of the Pastor, the Staff representative, and the Youth representative, all members serve a three-year term. The Staff and Youth representatives serve a one-year term. Each year, three members rotate off the Council and are replaced by three new individuals representing the respective parish demographic vacated.

Members of the Pastoral Council are:

• Fr. Larry Christensen
• Bill Trewartha
• Joan O'Connor (Chairperson)
• Dick Cech
• Frank Hartley
• Gregg Bell
• Anna Heckenliable
• Bill Craig
• Dale Kaiser
• Dan Tobin
• Will Geiger

Respect Life Committee

Our Mission Statement reads:

"To plant a seed of awareness about life issues and to foster its growth through service among the family of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish."

Current efforts include the spiritual adoption program, a monthly rosary, Mother's and Father's Day recognition's, and help with various attempts to pass pro-life legislation. In the fall, this committee hopes to work with the youth program at SEAS. This committee meets the 3rd Sunday of each month at 7p.m.

Contact the parish office at 970-226-1303 for more information.

Knights of Columbus SEAS Council #12145	National Website

The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic, Family, Fraternal, Service Organization that participates in activities and programs that support our Catholic Church, our families, our youth, our communities and motivates our members to become better Catholic gentlemen.

The Knights of Columbus was founded in 1882 and is dedicated to the ideals of:

• Charity - Sharing time, talents, gifts, and treasures with those we come in contact with.
• Unity - Working together to accomplish deeds not achievable individually.
• Fraternity - To aid our Brother Knights and their families, to show concern for them and to provide insurance protection for them.
• Patriotism - To serve and honor our Country in the Church and Community.

The Knights of Columbus has grown from several members in one council to more than 12,000 councils and 1.6 million members throughout the United States, Canada, the Philippines, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Panama, the Bahamas, the Virgin Islands, Guatemala, Guam, Saipan, and now Poland.

Meetings are at 7pm the 1^st and 3^rd Thursdays of the month in McGivney Hall.  Contact our Membership Director, Chris Topolski with any questions at 282-9042 or seaskofc@bigfoot.com

Ministries

Liturgical Ministries

To the current Liturgical Ministers: Thank you for volunteering as a Liturgical Minister. All who serve at the Eucharistic Celebration do so much to enhance its prayerfulness and beauty, whether as altar server, usher, proclaimer or eucharistic minister. PLEASE BE FAITHFUL IN MEETING THE RESPONSIBILITY YOU HAVE BEEN SCHEDULED FOR. We had several absences the weekend of 8 November and the Mass does not run smoothly when that happens. Please check the website for your scheduled time to serve, mark it on your calendar, and come early so we know you are here and so we can pray together. (Paper copies are available for those who do not have computer access, beneath the Liturgical Ministers Bulletin Board.)

The schedule for the Liturgical Ministers is available on-line for the following dates:

• July 08

• Proclaimers
  • At the mandatory annual meeting, new and existing proclaimers are trained to present the scriptures to the assembly, in a clear and inspiring way. Proclaimers are also urged to engage in Bible Study and Spiritual readings so that they might have a confident understanding of what they are proclaiming to the people of God.
  • For more information, contact Fr. Larry.
• Eucharistic Ministers
  • These ministers are entrusted with bearing the body and blood of Jesus Christ to their sisters and brothers in faith. All the elements of the Mass move toward the moment of communion, when we are fed with the body and blood of Christ and become one with all present in the Body of Christ.
  • For more information, contact Fr. Larry.
• Hospital Eucharistic Ministers
  • The purpose of the hospital Eucharistic Ministers is to give communion to the sick in the hospital. Leaving the hospital knowing you made a difference in a person's life makes this ministry both fulfilling and rewarding. This is truly a feel good ministry!
  • For further information, contact the office.
• Ministers of Hospitality (Greeters and Ushers)
  • These ministers serve as "official hosts", welcoming the members of the worshiping assembly. Their presence, conversation and actions speak a genuine desire to enhance the Eucharistic Celebration for all present.
  • For more information, contact Fr. Larry.
• Servers
  • Servers assist the presider before, during and after the Eucharistic celebration. Their reverent presence at the altar shows their prayerful awareness of the holy action they participate in. Any child nine years old (4th grade) or older is welcome to serve at the Lord's table.
  • For more information, contact Fr. Larry.
• Musicians and Choir
  • With a desire to assist the worshiping community in prayer through song, these ministers support the community through instrumentation, song leading (canting), and choir membership.
  • For more information, contact Cecilia Burrough.

Last Update 29 June 08