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Social Groups

Bible Study
Boy Scout Troop 232
Cub Scout Pack 232
Free Spirits
Garden Group
Girl Scout Troop
Golf League - I.C. Hackers
Knights of Columbus
Mission Sewing Group
M.O.M.S. (Ministry Of Mothers Sharing)
Over 50 Card Group
Rosary Altar Society

Services

Baptismal Preparation
Cursillo
Food Certificate Program
Hall Rental
Marriage Case Review
Marriage Encounter
Marriage Preparation
Prayer Chain
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Winner's Circle

Ministries

Bereavement Committee
Blood Bank
Elderly Visitation
Food for the Homeless
Giving Tree
H.O.P.E.
Hospital Visitation
Marthas
Memorial Fund
St. Vincent de Paul Society

Education & School Groups

Alumni Association
Athletic Association
Homeschoolers
IC School
Parent-Teacher Organization
Parish Religious Education Program
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults

Parish & Administrative Committees

Building and Grounds
Decorators
Eucharistic Ministers
Festival
Gift Bearers
Greeters
Finance Committee
Intercession Committee
Lectors
Music Ministry
Outreach, Evangelization & Stewardship
Parish Council
Servers
Ushers

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

The Immaculate Conception Alumni Association has members currently in our parish and all over the United States.  Members are involved with the IC Parish Festival, fundraising efforts for the school and keep in touch through the alumni newsletter which is issued twice a year. (Patti Sableski, 253-8831)
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ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

The purpose of the Immaculate Conception School Athletic Association is to provide opportunities for students to participate in organized interscholastic and intramural sports. The opportunity to participate is open to all Immaculate Conception School students and students who attend PREP here at Immaculate. (Betty Mueller, 253-7275)
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BAPTISM PREPARATION PROGRAM

This program is for parents of infants or small children (0-6). Attendance is required prior to scheduling baptism. (Charlotte Flohre, 252-9919)
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BEREAVEMENT COMMITTEE

The Bereavement Ministry is the way we reach out as a parish to give solace and comfort to those who feel the grief of losing a loved one. Bereavement ministers visit the home of the bereaved offering assistance in preparing for the funeral liturgy. (Fr.Tony, 252-9919)
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BIBLE STUDY

We study different books of the Bible of  our choosing, utilizing the Little Rock Scripture Study materials.  All members of the group need not be Catholic, but right now, we are all Catholic and members of IC.  (Charlotte Flohre, 252-9919)
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BLOOD BANK

I. C. Parish is a member of the Community Blood Bank donor program. The mobile unit comes to the parish once a month to accept donations from our parishioners. Contributions may also be credited to the parish when donating blood at the community center downtown. (Rectory, 252-9919)
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BOY SCOUTS

Boy Scout Troop 232 is based out of Immaculate Conception, but welcomes all boys from age 12 (or 6th grade) to age 18.  Join us for fun and  friends!  (Mike Banford, 253-9100)
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BUILDING AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE

This committee assists the Pastor and Council in planning the maintenance of the parish properties. (Deb Bauer, 252-9919)
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CUB SCOUTS

Cub Scout Pack 232, while based at Immaculate Conception, welcomes all boys from ages 7 (or 1st grade) to 11 (or 5th grade). Join us for fun and friends!  Teresa & Noel Anderson, 252-7126
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CURSILLO

Cursillo is a movement of the church. Its purpose is to help those in the church understand their individual callings to be Christian Leaders. The leadership may be exercised in work situations, in the family and social life, in leisure activities, and within the Church environment. Leadership, in Cursillo, does not mean power over others, but influence on others; all of us need to be aware that we can exert a positive influence on those around us. (Mark Sherman, 253-0338)
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DECORATORS

As a subcommittee of the Liturgy Prep Team, this group is responsible for decorating the main body and chapel areas of the church for all liturgical seasons and special celebrations. (Rectory, 252-9919)
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ELDERLY VISITATION

 The friendly visitor program exists to provide a regular visit and reduce isolation to the elderly and homebound. (Charlotte Flohre, 252-9919)
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EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

This liturgical ministry involves distributing Holy Communion at the parish Masses. There is also a need for some communion ministers to the sick or homebound.  (Tim O’Connell, 256-0913)
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FESTIVAL

The Festival is an annual three-day event during the month of August. Although it also acts as a social, it is held primarily to bring in necessary income. Many volunteers are needed to make it a successful event. (Cindy Reaster, 256-5767 or Rectory 252-9919)
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FINANCE COMMITTEE

If you have any financial questions concerning the parish, whether it be a financial gift you would like to donate for a general or specific purpose or an inquiry about a specific project that is being planned, or other financial questions contact Deb Bauer, 252-9919.
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FOOD CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Immaculate Conception sells certificates as a fundraiser for the parish.  Dot's Grocery Certificates, Kroger cards, Meijer Reward Cards, and Sherwin-Williams reward cards are all available.  The program also offers gas cards and gift cards to restaurants and other forms of entertainment.  The percentage that the parish recieves varies from 4% to as high as 12% through the Script Program.  Order forms are available after Mass in the main vestibule, in the rectory, and in the school office. (School Office, 253-8831)
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FOOD FOR THE HOMELESS

Each month parishioners sign up to provide casseroles, vegetables, or cookies for the homeless who stay at the St. Vincent De Paul Hotel. Cash donations are also accepted. (Carmelita Duckro, 252-8448)
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FREE SPIRITS

This group for those fifty or over meets each month. Many various activities are planned throughout the year. They also serve the parish through the Free Spirits Funeral Choir. (Alice Schulte, 293-8773)
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GARDEN GROUP

These "green thumbers" keep the parish grounds looking welcoming and beautiful in spring and summer. (Larry Ballman, 253-1657)
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GIFT BEARERS

If you are interested in presenting the gifts at Mass, please contact Mary Ellen Reinhard, 293-0254, Sue Fortener, 256-4188.
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GIRL SCOUTS

Girls kindergarten age start out in the Daisy program and
progress with their troop to become Girl Scouts, earning badges and try-its,
participating in community service projects, experience camping and making
friends among many other girl scout activities.  To get involved contact
Lucy Kramer, 293-5641.
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GIVING TREE

This parish Advent activity involves an organized effort to collect and distribute donated food, toys, and gifts to the needy of the parish and beyond. (Doug & Sandy Barnum, 256-9428)
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GOLF LEAGUE - I. C. HACKERS

This golf league starts in late April, continuing through mid-August. They play on Thursday evenings at Kittyhawk golf course. (Rectory, 252-9919)
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HALL RENTAL

The school and church halls are available to parishioners for parties, receptions and reunions. For further information contact the administrative assistant at the rectory. (Rectory, 252-9919)
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HOME SCHOOLING

A support group for homeschoolers at Immaculate Conception.  Contact us for information or activities for their homeschooler.  (Ann Sherman, 253-0338)
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H.O.P.E. GROUP

The HOPE (Help Other People Everywhere) Group exists to raise an awareness of mission and social justice within the parish community. (Mary Ellen Reinhard,293-0254)
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HOSPITAL VISITATION

This outreach service lets hospitalized parishioners know that their parish community has not forgotten them. (Charlotte Flohre, 252-9919)
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INTERCESSION COMMITTEE

This liturgical ministry involves writing the intercessions for the Sunday and holy day Masses. (Mary Ellen Reinhard, 293-0254)
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

The local council of the Catholic men's organization over 120 years old, dedicated to the ideals of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism.  Meetings are the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7 pm, the ladies' auxiliary meets the 3rd Wednesday at 7 pm.  The K of C also hosts a monthly dinner after the 5 pm Saturday Mass on the 3rd Saturday of each month.  Contact Alan Mescher, 312-1631, Robert Miller, 689-9398.
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LECTORS

Members of this liturgical ministry proclaim the Word of God at all weekend Masses and some other occasions of prayer. (Jeanne Schoenharl, 256-5231, Sue Fortener, 256-4188)
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MARRIAGE CASE REVIEW (ANNULMENTS)

The purpose of the Marriage Review is to help those members of the parish who have divorced and remarried and/or those who have divorced and may want to marry in the future. (Patricia Zimmer, 253-2844)
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MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER

Marriage Encounter is a process of renewing and developing better communication in a marriage. (Rectory, 252-9919)
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MARRIAGE PREPARATION

Engaged couples are encouraged to contact the church office as soon as they begin plans for their marriage, at least six months in advance. No date should be set or reception hall reserved until the couple has met with the presider of their wedding and their freedom to marry has been confirmed. Couples are expected to participate in the parish marriage preparation program. (Father Tony Geraci, 252-9919)
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MARTHAS

MARTHAS provide food for a reception following a parishioners funeral service.  The MARTHAS and Rosary Altar work together on these events.  For more information or to have your name put on a call list for preparing a dish please call. (Barbi Byrd, 256-0625)
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MEMORIAL FUND

This is an opportunity to remember deceased relatives and friends via the Memorial Plaque in the main vestibule, (Rectory, 252-9919)
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MISSION SEWING GROUP

This group of ladies meets every Tuesday in the church undercroft (12:00 noon to 3:00 pm) to sew quilts and other articles. (Virginia Wehkamp, 256-0812)
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M.O.M.S. (MINISTRY OF MOTHERS SHARING)

The goal of this group (open to all moms) is to nurture women in their faith lives and enable them to grow on a personal level as wives, mothers, and leaders in our parish community. (Karen Connair 252-2323)
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MUSIC MINISTRY

Singers and instrumentalists lead assembly singing and add beauty to our liturgies. This covers the adult choir and cantors for the traditional Masses, as well as the folk choir for the Saturday evening Mass.  Rectory, 252-9919
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OVER 50 CARD GROUP

This group meets in the church undercroft the first Wednesday of each month for lunch and cards. (Elsie Martin, 252-4413)
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PARENT-TEACHER ORGANIZATION (P.T.O.)

The Parent-Teacher Organization is a group that helps to support our school through fundraising and by volunteering for many activities. (Betty Mueller, 253-7275)
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PARISH COUNCIL

The twelve members of the Parish Council are the "eyes and ears" of the parish. Council members are elected in the spring for 3 year terms. (Mark Sheets, 254-5577)
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OUTREACH, EVANGELIZATION AND STEWARDSHIP COMMISSION

This parish commission focuses on spreading the good news of Christ as found in our parish and facilitates education for better giving, as well as hosts our Thank-you and Welcome events. (Fr. Tony, 252-9919)
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PRAYER CHAIN

Parishioners with special prayer needs contact the prayer circle coordinator. She passes along requests to group members who pray for the special intentions. (Mary Bochenek, 256-4737)
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ROSARY ALTAR SOCIETY

This women’s group comes together to volunteer their time to the parish while enjoying each others’ company. Rosary Altar Society fundraising provides the hosts for communion for the parish.  (Shirley Deger, 254-4309)
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SERVERS

Boys and girls in grades 5-12 are eligible to become servers. After a recruiting period, training is required. (Charlotte Flohre, 252-9919 and Judy Markley, 254-2805)
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ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY

The purpose of the St. Vincent de Paul Society is to give emergency aid to people who, for some reason such as sudden unemployment or continued low income, have a hard time keeping up with food, medicine and heating bills. A pantry is located in the rectory basement to assist with food needs. (Rectory, 252-9919 ext. 226)
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USHERS

The main purpose of this ministry is "service" to the assembly. Ushers assist parishioners to find a seat, gather the collection, and attend to anyone in need. (George Johnson, 256-2470)
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WINNER’S CIRCLE

To add to the general parish funds, a committee sells tickets based on the three digit Ohio Lottery numbers. (Evening Drawing) Winners of $100 are drawn each day of the month except Sundays and some holidays. (Jim Kuenle, 252-8684)
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