Ministry Catalog

Need for information on Liturgical Ministries?

To contact one of the staff members listed, Please call the church office: 225-293-2212 

For details on these Liturgical Ministries: Liturgy

Adult Choir: (high school and adults) sing for the 9:30am and 6pm Masses. Weekly rehearsals occur for adult choristers, except during the summer months.
Contact: Richard Owen

Altar Servers: Adult servers assist the provider, alternating at 4 pm Saturday Vigil and 7:30 am Sunday Mass. Youth, fifth grade and older, serve at the Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Masses and special events.
Contact: Richard Owen

Arimatheans: This ministry prepares the church for funerals and wakes, greets families and assists the priest at the funeral Mass. Flexible schedule is preferred as funerals come in on as needed capacity.
Contact: Carol Lee
 
Audio/Visual Ministry: This ministry is open to high school students and adults. The main focus of A/V Ministry is to enhance worship and encourage active and full participation from the assembly. This ministry is divided into three distinct areas: 1) Audio - adjusting and mixing sound as needed during services; 2) Camera Operations - providing visual images using multiple cameras; 3) Graphics (Pro Presenter) - which provides visual effects with words to prayers/songs and other important information.
Contact: Richard Owen

Church Décor: This committee is responsible for preparing the liturgical décor of our church.
Contact: Richard Owen
 

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion: These ministers assist the presider in offering Holy Communion at Mass. See “Adult Faith Formation & Evangelization: SERVE” for opportunities to serve homebound parishioners, nursing homes and hospitals. 
Contact: Richard Owen

Lectors: These ministers proclaim the scriptures at weekend Masses, and at various special worship services throughout the year.
Contact: Richard Owen

Linen Care: This ministry washes, irons, and folds altar linens and altar server albs.
Contact: Richard Owen

Sacristans: These men and women prepare liturgical items used for weekday and weekend liturgies and help to ensure the liturgies run smoothly.
Contact: Richard Owen

Ushers: Ushers seat the Assembly; coordinate all Stewardship of Finance collections and special collection, aid the Assembly’s communion procession, and generally assist in hospitality.
Contact: Richard Owen

Need more information on Parish Councils & Committees?
To contact one of the staff members listed, Please call the church office: 225-293-2212 

Auction Committee: The parish Auction is a fun annual event featuring an online auction and an evening of live auction, music, and dancing. The committee, headed by a chairperson, plans and coordinates the event held each Winter.
Commitment: Meets bi-monthly for 3 months prior to the event
Contact: Ashley Fabre

Cemetery Committee: This committee assists in long-range planning for the perpetual care of the cemetery and mausoleum. 
Commitment: meets semi-annually
Contact: Carol Lee

Fair Steering Committee: The St. George Fair is held every fall to benefit St. George Church and St. George School. The Fair committee plans and coordinates the annual fair. 
Commitment: meets monthly 7 months prior to fair
Contact: Ashley Fabre

Finance Council: The Parish Finance Council is a consultative group made up of parishioners with expertise in finance and business. 
Commitment: meets quarterly
Contact: Natalee Menge
For more details: Finance Council

Marriage Prep Team/Coaching Couples: This ministry supports couples preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage, including engaged couples and civilly married couples seeking convalidation, through our Witness to Love marriage preparation program and parish marriage retreats. Coaching Couples help guide couples and their chosen mentor couples through the marriage preparation process by reviewing program expectations, requirements, and timelines. They serve as mentors and resources for the mentor couples as they accompany those preparing for marriage. An online Witness to Love training is required. Marriage Preparation Retreats are offered quarterly, and volunteers are typically asked to assist with one retreat each year.
Contact: Jenny Culotta

Parish Council: Advisory group that assists the pastor in promoting pastoral action & planning for spiritual & communal needs.
Contact: Natalee Menge
For more details: Parish Council

Wedding Coordinators: Wedding Coordinators help prepare the church and guide the wedding party through the rehearsal and wedding ceremony. Volunteers attend both the rehearsal and ceremony and begin by serving alongside an experienced coordinator. Members typically assist with about one wedding per month. Weddings are usually held on Friday evenings or Saturday mornings, with rehearsals on the preceding Thursday. Commitment for rehearsals and ceremonies: 1.5 hr. and 4 hrs., respectively. No weddings are scheduled during Lent.
Contact: Jenny Culotta

Need more information on Youth Faith Formation & Evangelization Ministries?
To contact one of the staff members listed, Please call the church office: 225-293-2212 

Confirmation (Youth): Assist as small group leaders, retreats, & substitute leaders throughout confirmation preparation.
Contact: Catherine Broussard

• High School Confirmation Team-Our Confirmation team leads the formation of our confirmation candidates throughout the confirmation preparation process. This team consists of small group leaders, retreat team members, prayer partners, and substitute leaders. Walk with our confirmation candidates through this process as they prepare to receive this final sacrament of initiation.
  • Commitment: September-May cycle, actual commitment depends on the role within our team and can be as much as once a month or as little as once a year.
    Contact: Catherine Broussard

For more details: Confirmation (Youth)

High School Youth Ministries: Opportunities for 9th-12th grade students to get together for faith building, fellowship, & fun. High School Youth Group is for all high school students. Our mission is to give students a place where they can grow in faith, enjoy fellowship with old and new friends alike, and have fun while they're at it! Our youth group meets several times a month, typically on Monday nights at our Youth House, and we have an active Discord Server for continual discussion, prayer, and community. Additionally, we participate in Diocesan-wide events, go on mission trips, and have opportunities for students to take on leadership roles within our ministry.
Contact: Catherine Broussard
For more details: Youth Ministries


Middle School Youth Group: Opportunities for 6th-8th grade students to build community, come to know Christ, & enrich their faith. Middle School Youth Group is for all 6th - 8th grade students. Our mission is to provide opportunities for middle school students to encounter Christ, form a community in faith with old and new friends alike, and enjoy the (organized) chaos of youth group! We meet twice a month on Friday evenings from September-May and participate in Diocesan-wide events throughout the year.
Contact: Catherine Broussard
For more details: Youth Ministries


Order of Christian Initiation (Children): Catechists assist with teaching & preparing children to join the Catholic faith.
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults Adapted for Children (OCIAC)
Catechists- Catechists are called to share faith and knowledge of Catholic Doctrine and reflection on scriptures with children preparing for full reception into the Catholic community. Catechists work as a team and share teaching responsibilities. Formation is encouraged and is available through the parish and the diocese. 
Sponsors- Young people in 9th grade and above willing to share faith, friendship, and support with children in the OCIAC process during their faith journey.
Contact: Molly Rose
For more details: OCIC

Parish School of Religion: Volunteers teach the faith to non-Catholic school students in preschool-10th grade on Tuesday evenings.
Religion Education Catechists: Share faith and knowledge of God with a group of students in preschool through grade 10. Formation is encouraged and is available through the parish and diocese. Volunteers teach the faith to non-Catholic school students in preschool-10th grade on Tuesday evenings.
Contact: Molly Rose
Assistance is needed in the following areas:                                   
Elementary Catechists                             
Junior High Catechists 
Senior High Catechists                                 
Elementary Substitute Catechists        
Junior High Substitute Catechists 
Senior High Substitute Catechists          
Catechist Aides (all levels)
Contact: Molly Rose
For more details: Parish School of Religion

Retreat Assistants: Volunteers help with setup, refreshments, & leading small groups of children in sacrament preparation.
Contact: Molly Rose

Youth Ministry Adult Volunteers: Adults who assist in our middle or high school ministries. 
Our youth ministries cannot run without the help of adult volunteers. We need adults who will be witnesses to middle school and/or high school students just by being present and showing that our faith matters. Volunteers can serve as leaders, planners, chaperones, or assist in a variety of other ways with our youth programs. Must be 18+ to help lead, 21+ to help chaperone, and all volunteers must be child-protection certified.

• Commitment varies; at least once a month throughout the year.

Contact: Catherine Broussard
For more details: Youth Ministries


Cub Scouts Pack 136: Cub Scouts is a year-round program for youth in grades K-5 that offers fun activities that promote character and leadership development. Our program is designed to be hands-on, and parents are encouraged to play an active role in our programs. Scouting embraces the outdoors through camping, hiking and water sports. We also focus on helping our communities through service projects, STEM development and building confident kids through our wide range of activities. 
Contact: Liz Centanni

Scouting BSA Troop 136 and Troop 1136: This is the traditional Scouting experience for youth ages 11-18. Troop 136 is for boys, and Troop 1136 is for girls. The troops meet separately at the same time every Wednesday evening on campus. Service, community engagement and leadership development become increasingly important parts of the program as youth lead their own activities and work their way toward earning Scouting’s highest rank, Eagle Scout. Contact: Liz Centanni

Vacation Bible School- Lead coordinators, teachers, aides, arts and crafts, refreshments, drama, nursery coordinators, costume coordinators, and music leaders are needed for one week during the summer to spread the good news of the Gospel to children. Adult and teen volunteers are needed for VBS. Adult and teen volunteers are needed for VBS.
Commitment: 1 week during the summer; plus preparation prior
Contact: Molly Rose
For more details: Vacation Bible School

Need information on Adult Faith Formation & Evangelization: GROW Ministries? 
To contact one of the staff members listed, Please call the church office: 225-293-2212 

ACTS Retreats: Retreats foster a powerful encounter with Christ’s love that strengthens intentional discipleship.
Contact: [email protected]
For more details: ACTS Retreats

Adult Confirmation: This program includes four classes followed by confirmation by the Bishop each spring at St. Joseph Cathedral. 
Contact: Karen Fawley
For more details: Adult Confirmation

Bible Study & Faith Sharing Groups: Offered year round, these groups build understanding of the Bible & community through connection.
Contact: Karen Fawley

Called to be a Mom: A ministry providing spiritual growth and fellowship for mothers of St. George Parish. Our activities include monthly meetings for moms, monthly playdates, family-oriented socials and service opportunities. 
Contact: Catherine Broussard

Golden Oaks: Golden Oaks is open to all individuals over the age of 55 and other interested persons. It is a non-profit, serving as a volunteer ministry affiliated with St. George parish. Guided by the Holy Spirit we strive to provide a continuing life learning experience by providing monthly meeting that offer programs of interest. Our purpose is to unite those persons who are interested in improving their quality of social and spiritual life, to nurture, support and strengthen them; and to build community by involving everyone as a life-giving participant. During the year the monthly activities include speakers from the Baton Rouge area, occasional meals and field trips.  
Contact: Liz Centanni

It Takes A Village: Women’s monthly group that facilitates fellowship & deepens one’s faith through Ignatian spiritual exercise & scripture. 
Contact: Karen Fawley

Kolbe Prison Visitations: Volunteers put on three-day retreats inside prisons and provide ongoing Catholic formation for the incarcerated.
Contact: https://kolbebatonrouge.org/

OCIA: The Catechumenate (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults): This initiation ministry works with those who are interested in finding out more about the Catholic faith. Sponsors are chosen from the parish to walk the journey of faith with the candidate or catechumen. OCIA meets weekly on Monday nights: 6:30-8:30pm. Sponsors are always needed in this ministry. 
Contact: Karen Fawley
For more details: OCIA

Parish Picnic & Egg Hunt: Volunteers are needed to help organize and host the annual parish picnic on the grounds of the parish each spring. This will include preparation, serving, games, and cleanup. 
Contact: Liz Centanni

St. George & St. Paul: A Catholic community partnership between these two local churches to provide mutual support & prayer.
Contact: Karen Fawley

That Man Is You!: That Man Is You! (known as TMIY) is a ministry begun at St. George in 2007 and that continued virtually through the heart of the Covid era. It consists of a 26-session series each year that explores themes important to Catholic men in today's world. The overall purpose of the program is to encourage the faith and spiritual growth of men, leading them to be men "after God's own heart" in the way they follow Christ and lead and nourish their families, Each session consists of prayer, a rich video talk by a well-known Catholic theologian (professionally produced by Paradisus Dei) and small group discussions led by experienced TMIY facilitators. The 26 sessions generally follow the school year; small group sessions are also offered during the summer. An important byproduct of the sessions is the sense of brotherhood that exists among the men of TMIY. There is no charge to participate.
Contact: Karen Fawley

Need more information on Adult Faith Formation & Evangelization: SERVE?
To contact one of the staff members listed, Please call the church office: 225-293-2212


Advent Giving Tree: The Advent Giving Tree Ministry works with local agencies in Baton Rouge bringing Christmas blessings to the poor and needy in our community. Parishioners are needed to help buy, sort and distribute gifts.
Commitment: As needed from Thanksgiving to mid-December
Contact: Kristel Neupert

Baptismal Bib Ministry: This ministry is made up of talented seamstresses who create the embroidered baptismal bibs presented to families at Baptism. These special bibs have become treasured keepsakes for years to come. Members are asked to sew bibs for upcoming baptisms twice each year.
Contact: Jenny Culotta 
 
Baptismal Hospitality Ministry: This ministry welcomes and assists families celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism during or after weekend Masses. Volunteers greet families, provide instructions, and help ensure the celebration runs smoothly. Baptisms are held during or after the Saturday 4:00 p.m., Sunday 9:30 a.m., and Sunday 11:30 a.m. Masses (excluding Lent). Two volunteers are assigned per Baptism, and members are typically asked to serve no more than once per month. Training is required.
Contact: Jenny Culotta

Bakers: This group is composed of men and women who provide baked goods and funds for various parish functions like the Parish Picnic, First Eucharist reception, Confirmation reception, Vacation Bible School, etc.
Contact: Natalee Menge
 
Bereavement Ministry: This group assists St. George families during times of bereavement by preparing food and offering support. Volunteers needed for reception servers, contact people and food preparers.
Contact: Kristel Neupert

Caregivers of Hope: Builders of small wooden caskets for families who have suffered infant loss & miscarriage.
Contact: [email protected]

Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA): This organization works closely to make real the ideals put forth in the National Mission Statement: “CDA strives to embrace the principle of faith working through love in the promotion of justice, equality, and the advancement of human rights and human dignity for all.” The St. George CDA Court's annual fundraiser is the Pancake Breakfast with Santa, and funds raised support many good causes, such as providing the Bishop Ott Shelter with meals and donations to St. Vincent de Paul and national CDA projects. All women (over the age of 18), regardless of parish or faith, are invited to join CDA. The group meets on the third Sunday of every month (except July).
Contact: Kristel Neupert

Creation Care: Laudato Si’ Movement was born from Pope Francis’ encyclical letter, “Laudato Si’: One Care For Our Common Home.” Here at St. George, volunteers work to carry out the Laudato Si’ Action Plan for our parish which addresses six different categories: Ecological Education, Response to the Cry of the Earth, Response to the Cry of the Poor, Adoption of Sustainable Lifestyles, Ecological Spirituality, Community Resilience and Empowerment. 
Contact: Karen Fawley
For more details: Creation Care Website


Elizabeth Ministry: The Elizabeth Ministry is an outreach to parents in special times of parenthood. The purpose of the ministry is to affirm, support, encourage, and assist families in response to their needs. We are committed to supporting our parishioners during their most challenging times through prayer, comfort and guidance across the four branches of our ministry.

   Angels of Hope - Caring for families during a time of pregnancy loss or infant loss.

   Dragon's Den - Caring for families during times of need such as illness, surgery, or other difficult moments.

   New Child Welcome - Taking a welcome gift to families welcoming a new child through Baptism.

   Ribbon Angels - Offering help and spiritual support to parishioners and their families touched by cancer.
Contact: Kristel Neupert

Eucharistic Ministry to Homebound Parishioners, Long Term Care Facilities and Hospitals: This ministry serves homebound parishioners, nursing homes/assisted living facilities and hospitals. Volunteers are commissioned as Extraordinary Ministers who bring the Eucharist to residents or patients and homebound parishioners.
Commitment: Weekly visits to the homebound and monthly visits to long term care facilities and hospitals
Contact: Kristel Neupert

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Baton Rouge: Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit, Christian-based housing ministry that works in partnership with deserving, low-income families and the community to eliminate poverty housing through building simple, decent homes.
Commitment: Saturday workday in the spring (signup information will be posted with the work day event information)
Contact: Kristel Neupert

Interfaith Federation of Greater Baton Rouge: This is an interfaith group that advocates changes in laws and attitudes when appropriate, sponsors race-relation activities, and promotes ecumenism. The St. George group serves meals twice a year at the Holy Grill in August and March. Commitment: varies depending on project
Contact: Kristel Neupert

Knights of Columbus Council #4030: The KCs are a national organization that performs charitable works in the parish and local community. The KCs provide an opportunity for fellowship and prayer for its membership. The KCs also provide coffee and donuts once a month after the 7:30am and 9:30am Masses as well as scholarship opportunities.
Commitment: meets monthly, time for KC projects
Contact: Kristel Neupert
For more details: Knights Of Columbus Council #4030

Men's Club: This is an organization open to all men of the parish to assist with the maintenance of St. George Catholic School and parish. Workdays are designated throughout the year where volunteers handle such projects as painting and light carpentry. The Men's Club also hosts BBQ, jambalaya, and fish fry dinner fundraisers.
Commitment: meets monthly; workdays scheduled from September to May.
Contact: Ashley Fabre
For more details: Men's Club

Prayer Blanket Ministry:  Parishioners sew, crochet or quilt blankets for parishioners facing serious illness. Patterns and fabric are provided. These blankets are blessed at a Mass prior to distribution.
Contact: Kristel Neupert

Prison Ministry: This ministry currently visits the men incarcerated at Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola on the second Saturday of every month. The visits include attending liturgical services in the chapel, offering Holy Communion, visiting the Catholic men in cell blocks, and visiting the men on Death Row. The monthly visits begin by leaving Baton Rouge at 7:15 a.m. and returning by 3:00 p.m.
Commitment: monthly
Contact: Kristel Neupert

Reception Committee: This group is composed of men and women who like to help decorate, set up, serve and clean up after various receptions of the parish. They are called upon periodically for various receptions such as the First Eucharist reception, OCIA reception after Easter Vigil, etc. 
Contact: Natalee Menge

St. Vincent de Paul- The SVDP ministry is the face of Christ to the poor and needy in our community. This charitable organization provides assistance to individuals and families living within our parish boundaries. SVDP also maintains a food pantry on St. George's campus and runs various collections throughout the year.
Commitment: monthly meetings
Contact: Kristel Neupert

Need more information on Adult Faith Formation & Evangelization: PRAY?
To contact one of the staff members listed, Please call the church office: 225-293-2212

Adoration: Please prayerfully consider signing up to spend one hour each week with Jesus through Eucharistic Adoration in the Chapel.
Contact: Karen Fawley
For more details: Adoration

Holy Face Devotion: This prayer group meets the last Tuesday of the month after the noon Mass in the Chapel to pray for an hour.
Contact: Karen Fawley

Lord, Teach Me to Pray: Lord Teach Me to Pray is a weekly prayer series to meet the desire of men and women for on-going spiritual growth as they respond to the call to holiness and to a deeper commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord. Lord Teach Me to Pray is part of the New Evangelization as understood in the writings and initiatives of Blessed John Paul II, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI and Pope Francis. The mission of Lord, Teach Me To Pray consists in enabling men and women to grow in their knowledge and love of Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, thus facilitating their eternal salvation and that of their family.
Contact: Karen Fawley

Prayer Line: The St. George Prayer Line supports the community in its concerns and specific needs through personal home prayer. The names are offered up in prayer daily. Please call the parish office with your request. You can also visit the website to submit your request through an online form.
Contact: Betty Morrissey
To add a name to the prayer line: Prayer Line

Rosary Prayer Group: The primary mission of this group is to pray and promote Marian devotions and the Rosary. The group prays the Rosary 30 minutes before weekday Mass and participates in and promotes First Saturday Devotions. 
Contact: Karen Fawley

Seven Sisters Apostolate: This is a special prayer ministry. Each woman commits to pray a Holy Hour on a specific day each week, at any time of day, in any church before the Tabernacle or in an Adoration Chapel for a specific priest petitioning God to strengthen each priest when he is tired, or weak, for his perseverance in prayer, and consolation for him when he is suffering and his burdens seem to heavy.
Contact: Karen Fawley

Vocational Prayer Ministry - Receive special prayer materials for your home to pray for current and future vocations. 
Contact: Richard Owen
For more details: Vocational Prayer Kit