Outreach Ministries

For parents to participate in the many programs and events we offer at our parish, offering childcare is essential. Volunteers are needed occasionally during the day, evening, or for weekend events.

Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232, [email protected]

Those who participate in this ministry provide a pastoral presence to family members who have lost a loved one, assist the family in planning the funeral liturgy, and greet people coming to the funeral Mass. This group also follows up with cards to the family throughout the year and helps plan and celebrate our Mass of Remembrance, a special memorial liturgy held each year in the beginning of November.

Contact: Ruth Weisenberger, 419-706-2814

This ministry maintains a vital connection between the gathered community and those who are unable to attend Mass in person. Eucharistic Ministers distribute the Eucharist to those in the hospital, Twilight and Gaymont Nursing Homes, the Carriage House, and to those at home who are unable to come to Mass, even on a temporary basis. 

Contact: Marcia Roth, 419-668-2262

Members of the Funeral Luncheon ministry support bereaved families of St. Paul Parish with a luncheon for their families and friends after a funeral Mass or burial. Volunteers are called to prepare a side dish, bake a dessert, or to help with the preparation and serving of the lunch for the family.

Contact: 
Betty Smith, 419-706-4599
Dorothy Dudics, 419-668-8884

Our Health Ministry Team is made up of volunteer nurses, doctors, and caring people willing to help our congregation by promoting good health practices. The Health Ministry Team focuses on wellness and disease prevention and takes a holistic approach to helping the community of God’s people.

Contact: Peggy Lonz, 419-668-9367

Members of our Hospitality Team are called upon to prepare food for and/or serve at special parish and diocesan events.

Contact: Lisa Hedrick, 419-668-6044, Ext. 231, ​[email protected]

Meet and Eat is a free monthly (October - May) luncheon that offers an opportunity for food, faith, and fellowship. After a delicious lunch, guests enjoy entertainment or a presentation on various topics that may concern our parish, community, or the universal Church. Volunteers prepare and serve a simple lunch.

Contact: Robin Bleile, 419-668-1114 

Our parish has a group of people who serve by praying for others' special intentions. To have someone placed on the prayer chain or to volunteer to pray for others, please call:

Contact: Marcia Roth, 419-668-2622, or the parish office, 419-668-6044
 

The goals of the deanery Respect Life Ministry are to engage in prayer for the Lord’s guidance in how to make effective change with respect to life issues; educate team members on political issues as our duty and responsibility to fight current cultural trends, and to promote conversion of hearts and help all parishioners grow in their call of discipleship.

Contact: Bev Reichert, 419-706-0464

Volunteers offer support in recognizing social justice issues and walking alongside those in need.  

Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232, [email protected]

The Norwalk St. Paul Chapter of the St. Vincent de Paul Society has been part of this international charitable organization since 1954, providing assistance for the less fortunate in our local community. Members meet  to review each application received, determine what financial help can be given, and what referrals are available that also could be of help. Many people desperately need someone who cares, who will listen, and who is willing to share their burden. It is during this time we can show them God’s love and that He can have a direct impact on their lives.

Contact: Doug Gates, 419-668-0212

Following in Jesus’ footsteps, we are all called to welcome the strangers among us.  While being welcoming is the responsibility of all parishioners, this team coordinates and plans opportunities to formally welcome new parishioners, reach out to inactive Catholics, and educate the parish on how all of us must play a part in being a welcoming community.  

Contact: Jen Sanders, 419-668-6044, Ext. 232, ​[email protected]