ALTAR
SERVERS
As a parish community, we are pleased to have many devoted boys and
girls in the privileged capacity of altar server. Servers observe a
regular schedule of assigned Mass duties
and are sometimes invited to serve at weekday liturgies, funerals and
weddings.
Any boy or girl (grade 5 and above) who is interested in becoming an
altar server
is encouraged to make an appointment with Father Sheehan.
Click
here for Altar Server Schedules
ALUMNI
ASSOCIATION
The
St. Philip School Alumni Association exists for the purpose of organizing
the interest and resources of the members of the Association in support
of the educational programs of St. Philip School, to keep alumni informed
of the activities and programs of the school, to serve alumni following
graduation and to act as an organization for the mutual exchange of
ideas between the Association and the School.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
This committee fulfills the diocesan statutes by having six qualified
members whose charge it is to budget parish resources and to advise
the Pastor where those monies will be spent in order to keep the parish
solvent.
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SCHOOL ASSOCIATION ~ PTO
We
are commissioned in Christ to further Catholic values, through the holistic
development of our children and families. Based in prayer, we are committed
to joining family and school
through trust, advocacy, communication and support.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
God, Family, Community - these are the priorities of the Knights of
Columbus. The Knights stand for a world of good things. K of C programs
and projects make a difference in every community. If you are a Catholic
man age 18 or older, you owe it to yourself and your family to acquaint
yourself with the Knights.
Meetings: Second and fourth Tuesday - 7:30 PM - Msgr. McNamara Building
- 2nd Floor Conference Room
LADIES GUILD
The objective of the St. Philip's Ladies Guild is to unite all women
of the parish, married and single, in spiritual and social activities
and to participate in as many cultural and civic events as members desire.
Fund raising is not to be a major effort, but assistance to other parish
groups will be encouraged. At its regular meetings, the Guild provides
informative, educational and enlightening programs.
Contact: Alicia Coogan
Meetings: Third Wednesday of the month - Parish Center.
LECTORS
Lectors are scheduled for all weekend and holy day Masses.
Any parishioner interested in participating in this important ministry
will be welcomed.
LITURGY COMMITTEE
The goal of this committee is to enhance and enrich our liturgical seasons
. The Liturgy Committee aims to preserve the rich traditions of our
Catholic Faith,
while being sensitive and responsive to the diverse needs and interests
of our parish community.
MEN'S CLUB
The Club exists to provide an opportunity for men of the parish to meet,
share a meal and socialize.
Organized functions include the parish blood drive and parish golf tournament.
Meetings: First Monday of the month - 7:00 PM - Parish Center
MUSIC MINISTRY
New choir members are always welcome.
Director: Ken Camara
Choir rehearsal - Thursday - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Church
PERPETUAL ADORATION
St.
Philip Parish has perpetual Eucharistic Adoration available in Our Lady's
Chapel
24 hours / day - 7 days / week.
PRAYER LINE
The objective of the Prayer Line is to strengthen the spiritual bonds
among our parishioners and any others who, for whatever reason(s), are
in need of prayer in either a crisis situation or on an ongoing basis.
All information is strictly confidential.
RESPECT LIFE
The goal is to educate parishioners on life issues through the parish
bulletin plus videos, tapes, educational materials and events. The role
is to understand the Catholic position on life issues and
to promote the program of the (NCCB) National Conference of Catholic
Bishops.
If interested in joining, please
contact the Rectory (401-949-1500) for contact information.
SCHOOL BOARD
The St. Philip School Board exists according
to the policy and guidelines of the Diocese of Providence. The School
Board serves as a consultative and advisory board to the pastor and
principal. It represents the St. Philip Catholic Community and serves
with the pastor and principal for the good of the school community.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
This organization provides spiritual and financial assistance for those
who need special services. Canned goods, pasta, infants' food, etc.
are always welcome. A food pantry is available to those in need.
Please leave your donations at any of the church doors.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTRY TO THE
SICK AND HOMEBOUND
Our parish priests celebrate Mass monthly at Cortland Place, Hebert
Nursing Home, North Bay Manor and the Village at Waterman Lake. In addition,
lay Eucharistic Ministers distribute Holy Communion in the nursing homes
every Sunday following the 9:00 AM Mass.
Each month, the priests visit
shut-ins for Communion calls. In addition, the priests also make regular
visits to the hospitals. In the event that a family member is hospitalized
and/or shut-in,
please notify one of the priests to attend to their spiritual needs.
Click here
for Eucharistic Minister Schedules
MARIAN CENACLES OF PRAYER
Each week, parishoners gather in the Adoration
Chapel to pray the Rosary and to conduct a prayer Cenacle of the Marian
Movement of Priests. They pray and discuss messages from Our Lady to
Fr. Stefano Gobbi.
Thursday mornings (after 8:00 AM Mass) - to pray
for priests
Saturday mornings (after 8:00AM Mass) - to pray
for youth
MASS OF ANOINTING
The parish holds its traditional Mass of Anointing. Popularly called
the "Shut-In Mass", this celebration takes places two times
during the year - in the Spring and in the Fall in the Parish Center.
It is an opportunity for you to bring elderly family members to the
Mass to receive the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. A luncheon is
served following the Mass. Check the parish bulletin for dates and times
as they come up.
