Welcome Commission
 Create a culture of hospitality and welcome in our parish community! Contact Jane McNabb for more information. 

Serviam
 This group reaches out to parishioners (sick, death in the family, baptism) in small ways (letters, calls) with great love! Contact Erin Brewster for more information.  

Hagar's House
 A group of 100+ volunteers who prepare meals 4x a year (a week at a time) for the residents of Hagar's House. Contact Lauren Hoade for more information.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cancer Home Sewing Group
 This group gathers monthly to sew simple pads for the cancer hospice. Contact Mary Jane Brisbane for more information.

Hospital Bound Ministry
 Visit the sick at Emory and bring them communion. Times and needs vary. Contact Chuck Ward for more information.

Homebound Ministry
Visiting parishioners in their homes or retirement communities and taking communion. Contact Fr. Jim Stormes for more information.

St. Vincent de Paul
 Visiting those in need, providing hope and help through financial assistance and prayer. Contact Virginia Perez for more information.  

Care for Creation Team
 This group activates the community to care for the earth through sustainable initiatives. Contact Lauren Hoade for more information.

Gift of Grace/AIDS Ministry
 Serving meals, creating relationships, and supporting efforts of education & advocacy around HIV/AIDS. Contact Jen Dalmy for more information.

Martha's Ministry
 This group plans and serves funeral receptions at the parish. Contact Cyndy Fordyce for more information. 

Knights of Columbus
This group of men support the parish and the local community in various charitable ways. Contact Matt Hegarty for more information.

Stephen Ministry
 The Stephen Ministry supports individuals experiencing various life stressors, such as loneliness, grief, divorce, illness, or job loss. Click here to learn more about our Stephen Ministry. Contact Erin Vaughn for more information.

Faith in Action: Education and Advocacy Ministry
This group provides opportunities to connect faith with justice through community activities and advocacy events grounded in Catholic Social Teaching. Contact Jen Cawley for more information. 

Faith in Action: Social Justice Grants Committee
This group encourages STM parishioners to identify organizations that address poverty, income inequality, and/or racism grounded in Catholic Social Teaching. Contact Sue West for more information. 

DEAM
 This group manages a collection of clothing, pantry items, and more to support those in economic challenge locally. Contact Patsy Warren for more information.

Adult Formation Ministries

Cardoner Companions
 Encounter a deeper understanding of Ignatian Spirituality, accompany others on their spiritual journeys, and be a ministry leader. Contact Andy Otto for more information. 

Women's Bible Study
 This group hosts two sessions per year (Fall and Spring) in Mulhern Hall on Mondays from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. Contact Katie Seitz for more information. 

Centering Prayer
 This group meets weekly to engage in the Ignatian practice of centering prayer. Contact Joanna Brunson for more information. 

Scripture Study
 Bible Study with The Word Among Us. Contact Louanne Bachner for more information.  

THE WORD Bible Study
 Study the Bible's history, literary significance, and hermeneutics (interpretations). Contact Jerry Pendrick for more information. 

LGBTQIA+ Bible Study
 This Bible study is based on the previous Sunday's lectionary readings. LGBTQ people and their allies are welcome to join. Contact Isaiah Lewis for more information.

Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)
The focus is on spiritual growth and development and providing a safe and supportive place where those unsure can discern whether or not they are called to receive the Sacraments. Contact Andy Otto for more information.  

SPARK for Adults
The group explores our Catholic faith through guided reflections on Sunday readings, engaging conversations, and thematic explorations. Contact Andy Otto for more information. Click for the calendar


Youth Formation Ministries

Parish Nursery
 Our cooperative Sunday nursery supports parents and young children three months through preschool. Click here to visit the Nursery page. Contact Mary Ann Brock for more information.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
 A Montessori-based catechesis model for children ages 3 through 6. Contact Ann Garrido for more information. 

SPARK
 A lectionary-based small group conversation and multimodal activities for PreK4 through 5th Grade.  Contact Fernanda Mucchiut for more information.

WiLDFIRE
 A dynamic youth faith formation for middle schoolers (6th-8th Graders). Contact Gaby Guerrero for more information. 

IGNITE 
 A dynamic youth faith formation for high schoolers (9th-12th Graders), including preparation for the sacrament of Confirmation. Contact Gaby Guerrero for more information. 

Confirmation
 Preparation for the sacrament of Confirmation, beginning in the 10th Grade. Contact Gaby Guerrero for more information. 

Altar Servers
 Altar servers assist the priests during Mass and other liturgical celebrations. All who have received First Holy Communion can serve. Contact Andy Scantlebury for more information.

Lectors
 Proclaimers of the Word of God during Mass and special liturgies. Contact Amanda Mushill for more information.

Cantors
 Lead the congregation in music during Mass and special liturgies. Contact Joseph Legaspi for more information. 

Sacristans
 Prepare and clean the altar for Masses and Liturgical Celebrations. Contact Kirsten Wehner for more information. 

Ushers
 Greet, help seat people, and manage the collections at Mass. Contact Eb Daniels for more information.

Eucharistic Ministers (EMs)
 Providing the Eucharist to the congregation during Mass. Contact Mike Szablewski for more information.  

Adult Choir
 Sing at 11:30 am Mass, practice Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. Contact Joseph Legaspi for more information.

Children's Choir
 K-5, Sing at special Masses. Practice varies on Sunday at 10:00 am. Contact Gus Godbee for more information.

Art & Environment
 Decorate the church for the special liturgical seasons and feasts of the Church. Contact Leigh Holbrook for more information. 

S-Factor
 Over 65 and an active crowd! Contact Cass Catropa for more information 

Agape
Faith-sharing community for young adults/late teens with special needs. Contact Julie Siler for more information.

The More Players
This group is STM's theater ministry and brings the parish community together through their annual productions of beloved theatrical productions. Contact Alex Azzarello for more information. Click here to visit the More Players page. 

LGBTQ+ Catholics & Friends
An inclusive and welcoming space for LGBTQ+ Catholics and those who love them to spend time together in fellowship. Contact Matthew Muehlberger for more information.

Young Adult Ministry (YAM)
Connecting young adults to one another and the wider parish community. Click here to visit the ministry's page. Contact Andy Otto for more information. Click here for more information about the group. 

Little Ways Playgroup
 Bringing together mothers and their children in a community of faith formation and encouragement. Contact Megan Schellman for more information.

Parents with Young Kids
Hang out with other parents while the kiddos hit the playground! Contact Andy Otto for more information.

STM Hiking Group
The hiking group explores local trails on the fourth Saturday of each month. Click here to sign up. Contact Hailey Morgan for more information.