Service Opportunities:
Service

AUDIOVISUAL MINISTRY

Videotaping of special events and Masses is done as a way of recording part of St. Alphonsus' history. It also is a means by which, through the local cable channel, we reach the Lemont community and our own homebound parishioners. Those experienced in video or audio technologies are invited to volunteer their services for special events throughout the year.

BLOOD DRIVE

Parish blood drives are held at certain times of the year in conjunction with the Heartland Blood Center. Heartland services 33 hospitals in a 12 county area. Volunteers may participate by giving blood, help with registration, calling prospective donors, or donating baked goods for donors.

CLERGY ASSOCIATION CRISIS FUND

An annual collection taken up by the pastors of the Lemont churches. The money is used to provide resources to help parishioners during crisis situations. Assistance includes short-term financial aid, crisis intervention, and other referrals. Requests from members living in Lemont that belong to any of the participating congregations will be considered. Requests must be approved by the participating pastors. All individual/family needs are kept in the strictest of confidence.

DAYBREAK SHELTER

Parishioners volunteer every month at the Daybreak Shelter in Joliet. Serving food and spending time with the homeless and lonely are among the ministry opportunities available at Daybreak. This is a very rewarding and, at times, a very eye-opening ministry. Youth and adults are encouraged to volunteer.

GARDEN CLUB

Preparation of suitable natural adornment for the exterior of the parish is the challenge for this committee. If you have a green thumb or love to work with nature, this group is for you.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

International organization for Catholic men with a devotion to the rosary and civic service.

SERVICE COMMISSION

The Service Commission was developed to inform and involve each parishioner to serve one another and the larger community of city, state, nation, and the world. Special Christian concern must be given to meeting the human and spiritual needs of people around the community and around the world.

You are invited to extend love, care, and concern to those in need. This includes visiting the sick and homebound or extending aid to those who have lost a loved one. Your time and treasure can be used for food drives and help for our sister parish, Epiphany. If you have a green thumb or like outdoor work, you can help beautify the parish grounds. Donate blood for those in desperate need of it. Office volunteers are often needed. Your talents are a gift from God. Do not bury them, but allow them to be used to glorify God.

SHARING PARISH

Our parish is working closely with one of Chicago's inner city parishes, Epiphany, in an outreach program. A "Sharing Tree" program at Christmas has been the traditional means of providing gifts for families, but there are also collections, monthly food drives, and a "back-to-school" supply drive. Please see the bulletin for details.

The Sharing Program relies upon a committee of volunteers at Christmas and throughout the year in discussing and facilitating our parish outreach to Epiphany and making suggestions for future ministry opportunities. Of course, donations are always encouraged.