Pastoral Council

Chairperson: Father Marreddy – 852-3149

A Parish Pastoral Council is:

• Defined in canon law

Can. 536:1 If, after consulting the council of priests, the diocesan Bishop considers it opportune; a pastoral council is to be established in each parish. In this council, which is presided over by the parish priest, Christ’s faithful, together with those who by virtue of their office are engaged in pastoral care in the parish, give their help in fostering pastoral action.

2: The pastoral council has only a consultative vote, and it is regulated by the norms laid down by the diocesan Bishop.

• A consultative body
• A discerning body
• A visioning and planning body

The Stewardship Committee is being integrated into the Pastoral Council and Capital Campaign Committee.

Members are chosen by Father Marreddy.

Capital Campaign Committee

Chairperson: David Lorenzatti – 391-4339

The Stewardship Committee is being integrated into the Pastoral Council and Capital Campaign Committee. Members are chosen by Father Marreddy and the Chairperson.

The Committee, in collaboration with the consultant from Guidance in Giving, Inc., will assist the Pastor in the overall planning, implementation and coordination of a capital campaign that combines raising the funds to satisfy Good Shepherd’s target assessment for the diocesan “Our Heritage, Our Hope” capital campaign and a capital campaign to build a new Good Shepherd Church. The committee will ensure that the campaign plan and timetable are observed and make adjustments as necessary. The committee will prepare written material associated with the campaign including a case statement, brochure and pledge cards to be distributed to all parishioners. The committee will also make arrangements for a reception for parishioners at which the details of the campaign will be explained.

Finance Ministry

Chairperson: Pat O’Haire – 391-5525

Members are chosen by Father Marreddy

Prayer and Worship Ministry

Chairperson: Rose Sulyi – 391-4404

Includes the Hospitality Committee, Assistance Committee, and Music Ministry

Prayer and Worship are the foundation of our faith life and must be continually nurtured and enhanced.

We, the members of the Good Shepherd Catholic Community:

· Will gather on Sunday and Holy Days for worship

• Will establish liturgy of the hours with Communion
• Will sponsor events and devotions appropriate to the liturgical season
• Will expand participation in Eucharistic Ministry, Lectoring, Hospitality, Music, and enhancement of Worship Space
• Will provide appropriate music with selections reflective of the liturgy
• Will sponsor missions and retreats open to all people

There is no set meeting schedule.

Beautification and Grounds Ministry

Chairperson: Arnie Garcia – 391-5005

Our purpose is to improve the grounds of the Good Shepherd Church campus in order to enhance and beautify its appearance.  Our responsibility is to maintain an excellent look in the eyes of all parishioners and the Administrator.

Evangelization Ministry

Chairperson: Ed Zeaser = 391-3071

All the baptized and confirmed in Christ have received the mission to tell the good news that God’s love is for everyone. The fulfillment of this mission demands ongoing preparation, education in faith for people of all ages, and a spirit of prayer that the message of Christ may be proclaimed by words and deeds.

We, the members of the Good Shepherd Catholic Community:

• Will develop and employ a variety of activities to attract non-attending Catholics, attending Catholics, and non-affiliated persons.
• Will publicize church activities.
• Will provide visitor welcome cards.
• Will respond to visitor welcome cards.

There is no set meeting schedule.

Social Outreach Ministry

Chairperson: Helen Balogh – 391-4413

The sacred dignity of the human person is the basis for the Church’s social teachings. Its social mission is characterized by a preferential love for the poor and vulnerable, thus ensuring the basic human necessities of life. Social action is an essential part of the proclamation of the Gospel. Faith must be lived out in action.

We, the members of the Good Shepherd Catholic Community:

• Will tutor.
• Will mentor.
• Will participate and volunteer in service to the community giving special preference to the sick, the poor, the vulnerable, and the home bound.
• Will donate materials

There is no set meeting schedule.

Building and Facilities Ministry

Chairperson: Terry O’Reilly – 391-4324

The Building Committee consists of 7-10 members and is responsible for all new construction activities. These activities may include renovation of old structures as well as building new ones. A "Master Plan" will be maintained and approved by the Pastor which includes descriptions of current church facilities, planned building projects and supporting data such as demographic projections and estimated costs/revenues.

Facilities Manager

Chairperson:  Terry O’Reilly – 391-4324

The Facilities Manager is responsible for the usage and general upkeep of the parish buildings (i.e. Church, Life Center, Storage Building, roads and sidewalks). These duties include: a) Preventative Maintenance Schedules for the buildings and properties, b) Approval for usage of the Life Center and church by the parishioners and general public, c) Cleanup procedures used after use of the facilities.

Respect Life Ministry

Chairperson:  Donna Smith – 391-4420

"Good Shepherd Church promotes a Culture of Life"

Purpose:

1.)  To inform our faith community members of Respect Life activities offered by

      our diocese, along with those offered on the local, state and national levels.

2,)  To implement  Respect Life activities within our Good Shepherd parish.

3.)  To invite and encourage all parishioners to be witnesses for Life through

      participation and prayer.

Prison Ministry

Chairperson: Dick Obermeyer – 391-3321

Mission: 

Provide weekly Catholic worship and fellowship at the prison and follow Jesus' words to,"Visit the imprisoned".

Purpose:

• Visit the McCormick Correctional Institution on a weekly basis  
• Discuss religious subjects and current events
• Every other week Father celebrates Mass  
• The other weeks distribute Communion
• Read and discuss the Readings for Sunday Mass

Ministry of Lector & Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist

Chairperson: Dick Obermeyer – 391-3321

Mission: 

To implement the changes from the Second Vatican Council and have the laity actively participate in the Mass. 

Purpose:

Extraordinary Ministers:  Reduce Father's preparation time before Mass and distribute the Blood of Christ during Mass.

Lectors:  Allow Father more time to concentrate on the Gospel.  Read the first and second readings and the petitions.

Disaster Response Ministry

Chairperson: Barbara Zust – 391-4012

The Diocesan Disaster Response project is intended to assist Diocesan staff, parishes and the Catholic community to be well prepared for a disaster and to guide collaborative relief efforts in response to whatever calamity may occur in conjunction with the American Red Cross and other government agencies and church groups.

The goal of the planning project is to reduce human suffering. It is being developed to allow us to more effectively meet the spiritual, emotional and human needs of the diocesan community should disaster strike.

Good Shepherd and Sacred Heart Parishes have been paired with The Church of the Resurrection Mission in Loris, SC.

In case of a natural disaster Good Shepherd volunteers would be asked to open their homes to those displaced by the natural disaster.

Men’s Club

President: Don Bruns – 391-4317

The Social Activity Committee is being integrated into the Men & Women’s Clubs.

The mission of the Good Shepherd Men’s Club is to promote the spiritual welfare and fellowship of its members through prayer and other activities, to enhance social interaction among the entire parish family, and to perform charitable works in service to our parish and our community.

Visit the new parishioners to introduce them to the Parish and the Men’s Club.

Meetings are held the last Tuesday of each month at 7:30 PM at the Parish Life Center.

Women’s Club

President: Judy Langevin – 391-4208

The Social Activity Committee is being integrated into the Men & Women’s Clubs.

We, the members of the Good Shepherd Women's Club, united in Christian fellowship and spirituality, will offer friendship and support to each other and assist the church family as needed.

Purpose of the Good Shepherd Women's Club:
1) To extend a welcome to each new parishioner and
2) To assist the parish committees in meeting parish and community needs to encourage our spiritual growth.

3) To hold fundraisers as needed for special Parish needs

Meetings are held the 3^rd Wednesday of each month.

Music Ministry

Jim Giles – Choir Director - 864-229-0630

Prayer Shaw Ministry

The purpose of this ministry is to make prayer shawls for people who are suffering illness, grief, loneliness or other difficulties. Our hope is to reach out to those in need with a mantle of prayers to comfort, console and strengthen them.

Each shawl is a blend of prayers and talent, a gift made by nimble hands and loving hearts. It is a way to share God's love that surrounds us.

The making of a prayer shawl is a spiritual practice for the crafter. A prayer is said as the shawl is begun and then many prayers are added throughout the making of the shawl. When the shawl is complete it is blessed by the priest before it is presented to its recipient.

It is hoped that the person who receives the shawl will be comforted by the warmth of the shawl itself and the prayers and love that were woven into it by its crafter.

For more information contact Pat Demeter at 391-2808 or Maureen Lorenzatti at 391-4339.

Hospitality & Assistance Committee

Donna Cone – Chairperson – 391-3188

Assist parishioners with meals during illness and provide transportation to doctor’s appointments