Ministry Scheduling
Contact: Denise Fournier
Phone: 770 443-0566
Ministry to the Homebound
This ministry coordinates volunteers to visit and assist those parishioners and their families who are sick and/or homebound.
Contact: Deacon Jim McDermott
Phone: 770-443-0566
Music Ministries
Anyone wishing to join the choir is invited to contact the Director of Music. The Sunday 10:30an contemporary group rehearses on Wednesday evenings at 7:30pm.
Contact: Jeff Comer
Phone: 770-443-0566
Natural Family Planning
Natural Family Planning (NFP) is a method of family planning that is scientific, highly effective and is approved by the Catholic Church. NFP helps to identify natural body signs related to fertility. Classes are offered through the Archdiocese of Atlanta and are taught by certified instructors.
Contact: Bob Babecka
Phone: 770-439-5939
Nursery
A nursery is provided during both the 8:00am and the 10:30am Sunday Liturgy, for children ages four or younger.
The nursery coordinator, as well as parish volunteers, provide this service to our community. Parents with small children are encouraged to use this facility.
Contact: Amy Terrell
Phone: 770 286-0208
Parish Council
This council, in the spirit of consensus decision-making, aids the Pastor in the administration of the spiritual and temporal matters of the parish community.
The members evaluate the effectiveness and impact of each organization and activity. They recommend and set priorities and policies for the parish.
Furthermore, they serve as the chief unifying structure of the community, constantly drawing forth the talents, energies, and insights of all members of the parish and thus channel this "variety of gifts" toward the building up of "the body of Christ."
Contact: Staff Member
Phone: 770 443-0566
Prayer Line
This group of prayerful individuals prays for the special intentions of people during their time of need. Many requests are offered in thanksgiving for blessings that were received.
Contact: Margo Hagan
Phone: 770 499-2052
Pro-Life/Respect Life Committee
St. Vincent de Paul's Respect Life Ministry members volunteer in an effort to protect of the unborn, mothers contemplating abortion, abused and neglected children, and for an end to euthanasia.
The group aims to promote awareness of pro-life issues and to help keep you up to date on everything related to pro-life issues.
Contact: Michael & Michelle Wolven
Phone: 770-445-5855
Religious Education Director
The Education Director contacts individuals and groups to arrange for seminars, workshops and presentations based on the needs and interests of the faculty of the Religious Education program. This person becomes acquainted with the content of resource materials available for all the grade levels.
Catechists Individuals who are interested in sharing the Gospel message with our young people and who are seeking to enrich their own spirituality by participating in a certification program are encouraged to volunteer for this position. Numerous catechists are needed for the various grade levels as well as sacrament prepration programs.
Elementary Level - This program includes the 3 and 4-year-old pre-K program through the 5th grade level.
First Penance/First Eucharist - The catechist for this program prepares 2nd graders to receive these sacraments.
RCIC - This program prepares those children who did not receive the sacrament of First Penance and First Eucharist at the traditional age. These classes are broken up by age group.
Additional Information
Contact: Rita Bek, Director of Religious Education
Phone: 770 443-0566
Contact: Martha Vahanian, Assistant Director of Religious Education
Middle School Coordinator
Phone: 770 443-0566
Contact: Tim Davis High School Co-Coordinator
Phone: 770 443-0566
Contact: Wendy Ragsdale, High School Co-Coordinator
RCIA
This is a process designed for non-Catholic adults interested in either learning more about the Catholic faith or actually becoming Catholic. Sponsors are needed to journey along with those seeking entrance into our faith community.
Contact: Ruth Applegate
Phone: 404 819-8309
Set-up Ministry
Ministers are asked to arrive forty-five (45) minutes prior to Holy Mass and are responsible for preparing the vessels and gifts at the credence and gifts table as well as performing other duties prior to our Eucharistic celebration. This ministry also invites parishioners to present the gifts during the offertory. Training is provided.
Contact: Trude Bowen
Phone: 678 363-8421
Special Projects
These volunteers are asked to assist with various projects throughout the year. Tasks include but are not limited to the maintenance of the church building and grounds (painting, etc.). New members and new talents (carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc.) are always needed and welcome.
Contact: Staff Member
Phone: 770 443-05669
St. Vincent de Paul Society
651 West Memorial Drive, Dallas, Georgia 30132
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Family Support Center: 770-443-1533
Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. -12 noon By appointment only!
The Family Support Center provides outreach to those in the community who are in need of assistance obtaining food, meeting utility bills, prescriptions and home visits.
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store 770-443-1537
Monday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Ushers
Ushers offer direction with regard to seating, organizing and conducting collections and assisting with offertory and communion processions. The Ushers are also called upon to answer any variety of questions and must be prepared to handle emergencies when the need arises.
Contact: Randy Brown
Phone: 770 421-1320
Women's Altar Rosary Guild
The purpose of the Guild is to further the spiritual welfare of it's members, to help meet the needs of the parish and community, and to encourage and promote a spirit of goodwill and friendship among the members. The Women's Altar Rosary Guild meets the 3rd Monday of every month at 7:00pm. Babysitting is provided.
Contact: Marylou Bishop
Phone: 770 443-5733
Young Adult Ministry
Contact: Tim Davis
Phone: 770 595-3618
Office of Youth Ministry
Contact: Martha Vahanian Assistant Director of Religious Education
Middle School Coordinator
Phone: 770 443-0566
Contact: Tim Davis, High School Co-Coordinator
Phone: 770 443-0566
Contact: Wendy Ragsdale, High School Co-Coordinator
Phone: 770 443-0566
High School Level (The Holy Family of God) High School classes follow a topical outline applying Gospel values to current life situations. They meet on Sunday evenings. Individuals who are willing to work with this age group are needed to chaperone trips, assist with meals, (cooking and/or serving), etc. and to help with the Youth Program. The Youth Program includes a Youth Mass every Sunday at 5:00 p.m., followed by a simple meal and a Life Night for High School students.
Middle School Level (MIGHTI) - This program is for 6th, 7th and 8th graders.
Youth Activities People are needed who are willing to help plan, transport and assist with fund raising or chaperone social outings and lock-ins for our youth. All volunteers must be Safe Environment trained. This process takes about an hour and half of your time and is necessary for the safety of all parishioners most especially our children. Training sessions are conducted as needed. Please see the youth minister for more information.