St. Frances de Chantal Parish has a long and rich history of volunteer services since its foundation in 1929. We are calling upon you to help us continue this rich tradition. We strive to enliven the Gospel of Jesus Christ through workshop, education, and volunteer services.

Please take a few moments to consider in which of the following ministries you might be able to serve. Your generosity, compassion and time are essential for the ongoing growth of our parish community.

Thank you for all you are and do to make our parish the vibrant community that it is.

The Bereavement Ministry has to components. One is to offer support to those who have recently sustained a loss through death and or/separation. The other is through a Bereavement Support Group.  The purpose of this group is to enable people to come together to promote healing through understanding and to help them work through their grief and readjustment by mutual support and encouragement. 

Un Método para Encounrar, Formar, Sostener Y Unificar Liderazgo seglar para Christo y Su Iglesia.

El Cursillo es un encurentro con Cristo. Esto suena demasido simnple pero no lo es. Piensa sobre esto. Un encuentro real con Cristo…Si esto se entiende, entonces también se entenderá el poder, la belleza y la alegría del Moviminento de Cursillos. Estas interesado? iAsiste a uno! Un método simple para buscar y desarrollar: Una espiritualidad, Una mentalidad, Una actividad Y una communidad Cristiana.

The Holy Name Society was founded in 1922 as a benevolent society which actively supports the parish by the members’ contribution of time, talents, and material resources. On the second Sunday of each month the Society members attend at the 8AM Eucharist which is followed by a Society breakfast meeting.

At all worship services lectors assume the important role of helping people experience the life-giving Word of God made alive in the living sound of the human voice. Lectors proclaim the scriptures in such a way that all will effectively hear the word of God which shapes our lives.

Please call Fr. Sullivan or Fr. Epifanio Marcaida at the Rectory 718-792-5500

The Choir of the parish invites new members who love to sing.  Reading music is not a necessity, but it is helpful.  The ability to carry a tune and to sing harmony is essential.  Sopranos, altos, tenors and basses are sought.  The choir rehearsals are on Wednesday evening and provides music ministry for the 11:30 liturgy on Sunday as well as festival liturgies throughout the year.  Anyone interested should leave a message for Jennifer Cardoni  at 718-792-5500 ext 16 or after Mass.

ADULT CHOIR - Wednesday – 7:00 – 9:00 PM
YOUTH CHOIR - Thursday – 3:00 – 4:15PM     Lower Church

Our homebound parishioners are a very special and important part of our parish. The Priest are very willing to visit and administer the Sacraments of Penance and Anointing of the Sick. We have many wonderful volunteers who minister to them in several ways: some are Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion; others make reassurance phone calls of visits.

Coordinator: Sr. Joan Marie at 718-792-5500 Ext. 13

Members meet the first Friday of every month for overnight adoration to the Eucharist beginning with Mass at 8 P.M. and concluding with Benediction before the 8:00 AM. Mass.
 

Spanish Prayer Group meets every Friday at 7:30 PM

Centering Prayer Group   -                Tuesday at  7:00PM        -            Lower Church

Charismatic English Prayer Group  Wednesday at 8:00 PM  -              Meeting Room

Spanish Prayer Group                        Friday at 7:30 PM   -                     Meeting Room

Light of the World Youth Group  Thursday 7:00PM

Meets every Thursday from 9:30 – 12 PM.  These seniors participate in a variety of activities – social, educational, spiritual, health-related, recreational and annual Flea Market.  They are also involved in outreach to the homebound at Halloween, Christmas and Easter.   
Coordinator- Sr. Joan Marie at 718-792-5500 ext 13.

Altar Servers enhance parish worship services by assisting the celebrant in a dignified and prayerful manner. Young men and women often find this ministry an excellent initiation into other ministries such as lector or Eucharistic ministries. Pre-adolescents, adolescents and adults of either sex are invited to participate in this ministry.

Please call Fr. Sullivan or Fr. Epifanio Marcaida at the Rectory 718-792-5500

El Circulo de Oración Carismático se reune todos los viernes a las 7:30 P.M.
Nuestro proposito primordial es el de orar y darle gracias al Señor. Sentimos unidad espiritual…y es que el Espiritu Santo se manifiesta entre nosotros.
Comenzamos con el Santo Rosario de la Virgen y continuamos con los cánticos de ababanza. Agradecemos los favores que ya hemos recibido, y los que vamos a recibir. Oramos por los enfermos, la iglesia, y por las necesidades de la Comunidad. Compartimos testimonios y damos gracias por las bendiciones que Dios nos regala. Leemos la Santa Escritura y ponemos oido a lo que el Senor nos revela.

Los primeros viernes del mes asistimos a la adoración de la Eucaristía de 10-11PM. Todos están invitados ¡Vengan! Han de gozarse con el Señor grandemente.    Contacta: Ana Vega

Young Teen Group

The Young Teen Group is a group for young teens aged 12-15. The group meets each Friday during the school year in the Parish Center from 7-9PM.  Each week there is an hour long discussion on a topic concerning teenage life followed by an hour of play time.  The goal of the group is to give kids a place to open up, have fun, and foster a deeper understanding of faith and themselves.

Altar Society

This group was formed to care for the church and church materials.  The group metes monthly as a body.  Its primary work is to care for the altar, altar linins, vestments, Mass vessels, and other items around the church.  It is a group that serves the Lord by donating their time and talent in order that the liturgy can be as beautiful as possible. 

Senior Spirituality Group

A senior spirituality group is a faith sharing group for older adults who wish to deepen their spiritual lives.  This group comes together once a month with Sr. Joan Marie in the parish meeting room for prayer and reflection.  Please check bulletin for dates.

Coordinator- Sr. Joan Marie at 718-792-5500 ext 13.

RCIA – RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS –

RCIA is a warm, inviting experience for adults who are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith with a desire to become Catholic or to complete the process of initiation in the Catholic Church.  Participation in the process can lead to the reception of the Sacraments of Initiation at the Easter Vigil.   Contact Deacon George Coppola or Fr. Susai Antony for additional information 718-792-5500

RICA – RITO DE INICIACION CRISTIANA PARA ADULTOS –

Clases de formacion para adultos que no tienen algun sacramento – Bautismo, Primera Comunion o Confirmacion registracion disponible ahora por cita (solamente).   Contacte Deacon George Coppola o Fr. Susai Antony 718-792-5500

Religious Education (CCD Program)  Meets on Wednesday afternoons