St. Therese Parish Media & Live Stream Contact Us About Us Community Sacraments Faith Formation Education Giving Parish Organizations Altar & Rosary All women of the parish over 18 years of age are automatically part of Altar & Rosary. Providing care and support for the altar, as well as fundraising events throughout the year which have included the Holiday Mart, Garage Sale, the Princess Tea, Cinnamon Bread Bake, etc. Contact: Kelly Johnson, President - AandR@sttheresenorth.org Welcome Letter 2021 (pdf) Click to Download A&R Membership Registration 2021-22 (pdf) Click to Download Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP)/Welcome 2.0 The Welcome Experience is an opportunity for parishioners to build meaningful and lasting relationships. The process consists of a retreat weekend and formation, conducted by fellow parishioners. Participants may sign up by going to our website. Contact: Call the Parish office at 816.741.2800 Finance Council Assist the Pastor in matters pertaining to parish finances and properties. May offer information or guidance or review of annual budget. They may inform parishioners of the financial status of the parish. Time Commitment: Once a month morning meeting Contact: Jonathan Rhodes at 816.741.2800, ext. 217 Guess Who's Coming to Dinner This social ministry offers parishioners a chance to meet and become better acquainted with fellow members of our faith community. Dinners are held the 1st Saturday of each month from October to May. Diners are placed at pot-luck dinners for 6-12 people and asked to provide either a salad, vegetable, or dessert. Hosts provide entree and drinks. Participation is open to all adult members of the parish, married or single, and regular monthly attendance is NOT required. Contact: Gloria Sigler at 816.437.8626 or gisigler@yahoo.com Knights of Columbus The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal organization open to all Catholic men of the parish. Fundraisers held throughout the year provide funding for parish needs. They conduct programs for the youth, elderly, and those in the community with special needs. Knights of Columbus website Time Commitment: Various Contact: Rob Perschau at 816.516.9693 Library Committee The Library Committee oversee, maintain, and develop the resources of our Parish Library. The Committee meets weekly on Wednesday morning from October through May. Time Commitment: 3-4 hours each week Contact: Mary Jane Potts at mpotts6@kc.rr.com Marriage Retrouvaille Peer group ministry assisting couples in troubled marriages offered through the Archdiocese. This program offers the chance to rediscover yourself, your spouse, and a loving relationship in your marriage. Contact: 816.505.0510 or visit www.retrokc.com Natural Family Planning Adult education regarding marriage and children. Contact: Fertility Care of Kansas City, www.fertilitycarekc.com The Couple to Couple League, https://ccli.org Over 50 Gang! A quarterly gathering potluck luncheon is held for parishioners "over 50" on a Wednesday in March, June, September, and December. We have short programs consisting of a guest speaker, entertainment, or a group activity. All seniors of the parish are invited. Contact: Berenice Hale at 816.746.1345 or bmchal1@gmail.com Pastoral Council Developed according to Canon Law to serve in an advisory role to the Pastor. This is a three-year commitment with new members cycling off and on each year. Time Commitment: Meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Contact: Tressa Collins, 816.741.2800, ext 212, tcollins@sttheresenorth.org Respect Life Ministry Assist with various projects and activities such as the Baby Bottle Drive, the Spiritual Adoption program, the Advent Angel Tree, or Mothers Day Baby Shower. Contact: Mary Pat DeStefano at marypatdestefano@yahoo.com SCRIP Merchant Card Program Parish program which sells Merchant Cards Through the SCRIP Organization at the Welcome Center after all weekend Masses. A percentage of every card contributes back to the parish. Contact: Kim McConnell, 816.741.5400, ext. 100 Contact the Parish Office Have questions? Contact our parish staff today! Reach Out to Us Get Involved Volunteer with parish organizations and help others in the community Volunteer Today Check out our Events Stay up-to-date on what's happening around the parish. Find our events on our calendar. View Our Calendar © 2023 by St. Therese Parish