Baptism Preparation Team
Preparation classes are led by couples who work with couples preparing for the baptism of a child and help the parents understand their role in raising their children as Catholics. Baptisms are celebrated quarterly (Jan. Apr., July, Oct.).
 
Catholics Returning Home
Team of parishioners with other local parish teams reach out and invite non-practicing/inactive Catholics to return to the Catholic Church and resume active participation in their faith.
Contact: Pat Finck 459.4251
              E-mail mgoens@stbarnabaslou.org

Christ Renews His Parish
Team of parishioners work to create a spiritual renewal experience which brings adult parishioners together in small groups in order to deepen their relationships with Jesus Christ and each other.
Contact: Pat Finck 459.4251
              E-mail mgoens@stbarnabaslou.org

Evening Religious Education
Multi-parish ministry to teach our Catholic faith to students grades 1 through 8 who do not attend Catholic schools. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings at St. Martha Parish. Periodic programs are held for parents.
Contact: Teresa Renninger 491.6014
              E-mail tcrenn@aol.com

Formation Hospitality Ministry
Team of parishioners provide hospitality at formation events: retreats, missions, etc.
Contact: Angela Higdon 493.8216
              E-mail ahigdon@bellsouth.net

High School Ministry
Provides opportunities for high school students to participate in social, spiritual and service activities with their peers. Adult and youth involvement in various capacities is vital to this ministry.
Contact: Vicky Chism 459.4251
               E-mail vchism@stbarnabaslou.org

John Paul II Academy
Our school is a regional effort supported by the faith communities of St. Barnabas, St. Bartholomew and St. Pius X exists to promote the spiritual, academic, social and emotional development of its students. Stewards from each of the founding parishes support the academy spiritually, physically and financially. John Paul II Academy would appreciate assistance in the school cafeteria, on the playground in their stewardship Step-by-Step program and, at times, in the classrooms.       
Contact: John Paul II Academy 452.1712
              john-paul-academy

Liturgy of the Word for Children
Children, grades 1 through 3 are dismissed during the 11 a.m. Sunday liturgy after the opening prayer and return after the homily. They go to the Hospitality House to discuss and share their faith through the breaking open the Word as it pertains to them. Leaders and co-leaders are needed for this important children’s ministry.
 Contact: Pat Finck 459.4251
               E-mail mgoens@stbarnabaslou.org

Marriage Preparation Team
Married couples meet with engaged couple as they prepare for the Sacrament of Marriage.
Contact: Pat Finck 459.4251
              E-mail mgoens@stbarnabaslou.org

Parish Mission Planning
Team of parishioners works with other local parish teams to plan special three or four day joint spiritual experiences.  This also involves working with a guest speaker, presenter or facilitator.
Contact: Angela Higdon 493.8216
              Email ahigdon@bellsouth.net

Parish Retreats
Opportunities for reflection, prayer and sharing are provided at separate men’s and women’s weekend retreats. Attendees participate in the planning of the retreat.
Contact: Pat Finck 459.4251
             Email mgoens@stbarnabaslou.org

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
Multi-parish ministry where parishioners are involved as team members, sponsors and dismissers in the process for initiating adults into the Catholic Church, including non-baptized  (catechumens) and those baptized in another faith (candidates). The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) and the children’s catechumenate meet weekly. The initiation is completed and celebrated at the Easter Vigil Mass.
Contact: Pat Finck 459.4251
              E-mail mgoens@stbarnabaslou.org

Scripture Study and Prayer Groups
Parishioners meet in small groups to study Scripture or to reflect on the Sunday readings.
Contact: Pat Finck 459.4251
              E-mail mgoens@stbarnabaslou.org

Sunday Preschool
Religion classes for children ages 3-5, with prayer, stories and refreshments are held during Sunday, 11 a.m. Mass from September until April.
Contact: Kelly Booker 458.5271
              Email speedpassmama@netzero.net
              Rosemary Sheehey 458.0179
              E-mail mrbz41@aol.com

Sunday Nursery
Ministry coordinating adults and teens to provide care for children ages newborn to 3 years during the 11 a.m. Sunday Mass.
Contact: Lauren Roberts 451.8358