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Parish Ministries

Put faith into action. Discover opportunities to pray, serve, and build meaningful connections at Saint Patrick Catholic Church.

“The source of Christian joy is the certainty of being loved by God.”

— Pope Benedict XVI

Your time, talents, and presence can make a difference. Whether you enjoy welcoming others, helping behind the scenes, sharing a creative gift, or joining in prayer, there is a way to become more connected to parish life.

Explore the groups below and find a starting point that speaks to you. The parish office can help you connect with a ministry leader and learn about current opportunities. Confirm meeting times with the listed contacts before attending.

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Worship & Liturgy

Altar Boys

Assist during parish liturgies. Contact Deacon Paul D’Antonio: 540-229-4773 · paul_dantonio@yahoo.com

Altar Society

Help care for the sanctuary, liturgical linens, and candles. Contact Beth Bottorff: 540-972-2463 · wmjunc53@comcast.net

Music Ministry

Share your musical gifts in parish worship. Contact David Catabui, Music Director: 571-261-0925 · saintpatrickvamusic@gmail.com

Ushers

Welcome visitors, help with seating and collections, and assist parishioners. Contact Greg Gordon: 540-786-0488 · dggordo@comcast.net

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Prayer & Formation

Book Study

Gather for faith discussions on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. in the parish hall. Contact Phil Camill stpatsreligioused@comcast.net

Divine Mercy Apostolate

Discuss Saint Faustina’s diary on the first Tuesday monthly at 10:30 a.m. in the parish hall. Contact Ethel Malley: 540-785-4753

Flame of Love Rosary

Join this devotion on Tuesdays after the 9 a.m. Mass in the church. Contact the parish office.

Rosary Makers

Make rosaries with materials provided. Meet the second Tuesday monthly at 9:30 a.m. in the rectory conference room. Contact Grace McEuen: 540-972-2054 · jgmceuen@comcast.net

Seven Sisters Apostolate

Women commit to Holy Hours for a specific priest. Contact Nettie Dunn: dunnempire@verizon.net, or Laurie D’Antonio: 540-548-3630

Traveling Mary Statue

Welcome the Pilgrim Virgin statue of Our Lady of Fatima into your home for two weeks. Contact Vic Ramdass: 813-310-8364

Faith Formation

Faith formation for kindergarten through eighth grade, including guidance for homeschooling families preparing for sacraments. Call us: 540-785-7857 ·

Contact the Faith Formation Office.

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Service & Outreach

Duffy’s Food Pantry

Support neighbors through food collections and assistance with basic needs. Food drives take place the second weekend monthly. Contact Kathy Major: 540-223-0551 · duffyspantry@gmail.com

Martha’s Caring Hands

Provide funeral receptions in the parish hall. Patty McDonald, Betty Case, and their team coordinate this service. Contact the parish office.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul — Faustina Conference

Offer personal charitable assistance to people in need. Contact John Needham: 703-209-1575

Birthright of Fredericksburg

A pregnancy assistance resource listed by the parish. 540-898-8558

Catholic Charities

A support resource listed by the parish. 540-371-1124

Mary’s Shelter

A pregnancy support resource listed by the parish. marysshelterva.org

Fredericksburg Pregnancy Center

A pregnancy assistance resource listed by the parish. 540-370-1800

Paul Stefan Homes of Virginia

A pregnancy support resource listed by the parish. 540-854-2300 · paulstefanhome.org

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Community & Fellowship

Knights of Columbus

Participate in fellowship, community service, and parish activities.

Contact the Grand Knight: GK10246@VAKofC.org

Ladies Auxiliary

Connect through fellowship and service activities.

Contact Ladies President: battlefieldauxiliary@gmail.com

Ancient Order of Hibernians

Catholic fellowship for men of Irish birth or descent. Contact the President: oreillyd@ix.netcom.com

Bereavement Group

Gather with others experiencing loss. Led by Deacon Don Perusi; meets the fourth Wednesday monthly at 4 p.m. in the rectory conference room.

Contact the parish office.

Thursday Coffee

Enjoy fellowship after Thursday morning Mass in the parish hall.

Contact Parish Office

Saint Patrick Gift Shop

Visit Sundays, 8:30 a.m.–noon; Thursdays, 9:30–10:30 a.m.; or Saturdays, 3:30–4:30 p.m. Other times by appointment. Contact:

Young Adults

Adults ages 18 and older gather for service, social activities, and spiritual growth.

Contact: stpatrickyoungadultgroup20@gmail.com

Youth Group

Teens in grades 9–12 participate in meetings, retreats, activities, and summer workcamp.

Contact Adam Wiederman: saintpatsdym@gmail.com