Parish Ministries
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The ALPHA Course is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian Faith in a relaxed, non-threatening manner over ten thought-provoking weekly sessions. ALPHA provides opportunity for small group sharing where no question is seen as too simple or too hostile.
Altar Servers are young men and women who assist at the Altar during the Sacred Liturgy. While Servers mostly come from among the young, this ministry is not limited. Some adults choose to function along with their sons or daughters.
CCD is a program of Religious Instruction for children, grades 1-8, who attend Public School. Children and youth are encouraged to remain in the program after reception of the Sacraments of Initiation so that they may deepen their faith in the Christian Life. CCD is taught by Instructors certified through the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. CCD classes take place each Tuesday. There are two sessions: one at 4:30pm and the second at 6:30pm.
The Adult traditional choir meets each Thursday evening for practice. Any adult with a reasonably good voice is cordially invited to be a member. This choir sings under the direction of Mr. John Raab. The 10:30am Mass on Sunday is the "choir Mass".
The Good News Contemporary Choir sings at the Saturday Vigil Mass at 5:15pm on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. The Good News Choir practices each Wednesday at 7:30pm. Mr. Joe Kelly directs.
The Children's Choir, also under the direction of Mr. Raab, sings alternate Sundays at 10:30am. They practice on Thursday at 6:00pm
Catholic Youth Organization is a comprehensive youth sports program that is governed by Parish Guidelines adapted from the guidelines of the Archdiocesan CYO Programs. An adult board oversees the activities throughout the year and moderates fundraising for activities. The CYO endeavors to teach sportsmanship within the context of Catholic values.
The Education Endowment Fund Campaign is a parish-wide effort to establish a fund to be used to secure and protect long-term quality Catholic education at St. Agnes. The initial goal is $1.5 million dollars.
Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist are men and women who have reached the age of 18, are practicing Catholics and people of good reputation who assist with the distribution of Holy Communion at regularly scheduled Masses. They also assist at Chester County Hospital and our health care institutions.
The Financial Committee advises the pastor on all matters of finance. Members are appointed by the pastor for a term of three years.
Good Works is a Christian nonprofit organization which exists to improve the living conditions for low-income families in Chester County, PA. We transform substandard houses into warmer, safer, and drier homes; and despair into hope. Our services are offered to homeowners at no cost and volunteers do most of the repairs.
¡Bienvenidos a la comunidad hispana de Santa Inés! Desde el año 1965, los hispanos que viven en el condado de Chester han sido parte de ésta comunidad de fe. Procedentes de muchos diferentes países latinos, formamos un grupo muy diverso y creativo. Con la ayuda de un equipo pastoral bilingüe, todos pueden aprovechar de una formación en la fe católica y, a la vez, un sentido de apoyo moral y espiritual. Les invitamos a visitar nuestro link por Internet para ver todos los servicios y actividades de nuestra comunidad hispana. Si necesita más información puede llamar la oficina hispana al 610-344-7224. ¡Gracias!
The Home and School Association is composed of teachers and parents who collaborate for the good of the students and teachers.
While not a parish group as such, is a fraternal order of Catholic Men who are in good standing with the Church. Our local Council is the Msgr. Schuyler Council #1333. The Council Home is located on Market Street. The K of C is a fraternal, Patriotic and Charitable order founded by Father Michael McGivney in 1892. See the web site for more information.
More information on the Knights of Columbus - Council #1333...
Lectors are men and women, practicing Catholics who proclaim the Sacred Scriptures at Liturgical functions. All prospective lectors are trained on site before officially being called upon to read at Mass.
The Legion of Mary is an organization of Catholic men and women who demonstrate and deepen their devotion to Mary through prayer and good works. Having begun in Ireland in 1921 there are now millions of members in all parts of the world. There are two types of membership: active and auxiliary.
Active members meet each Monday at 7:30pm in TPH, room 202, for prayer and discussion of the work of the past week. Active legionaries routinely visit hospitals and nursing homes, say the rosary with groups of shut-ins and stand ready to assist the pastor when needed.
Our auxiliary members support the work of active members by daily praying the rosary and reciting a few legion prayers. In so doing they join millions of others in this activity around the world. Auxiliary members are not required to attend meetings. If you are praying the rosary daily you are already doing 95% of the work of an auxiliary member and we hope you will add our prayers to yours.
If you are interested in joining this prayerful group as either an active or auxiliary member, send an email to Carmela Cinquina. We hope to hear from you.
The program is an opportunity for parishioners to put their faith into practice. The acronym for LIFE WORKS represents Living In Faith Exemplified Through WORKS. Jesus challenges each one of us to live our faith to its fullest. He asks each of us to make helping others our life work.
Men's Bible Study gathers each Friday morning at 6:30am in the Thomas Patrick Hall. Reflection and prayer are always based the Sunday Scripture texts of the next weekend.
Ministry of Altar and Sanctuary can be men or women who take care of the appointments in the sanctuary and handle the decorations.
The Parish Pastoral Council meets at least six times a year under the direction of the pastor to specifically look at the pastoral vision of the parish. Members are elected for a term of three years. Some members are appointed. Others are on the Council ex-officio. The PPC meets on designated Tuesdays at 7:00pm.
Pre-Cana are married couples who work under the direction of one of the priests to provide pre-nuptial sessions for couples who are planning Catholic Marriage. The Pre-Cana sessions are given twice a year (usually in the Spring and Fall), on a Saturday. The day begins in the morning and concludes with the Saturday 5:15pm Mass. An Engagement Blessing is given at the concluding Mass.
The pre-jordan classes, in preparation for Baptism, meets the first Sunday of each month at 12:00 noon in Thomas Patrick Hall. If you have any questions, please call the Rectory at 610-692-2990.
RCIA is just what the letters stand for - Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults - adults who either wish to enter the Catholic Church or who wish to complete their entry into the Church. RCIA meets each Thursday at 7:00pm and each Sunday morning. A new RCIA Program begins each September.
Respect Life Committee prays and works on behalf of the sanctity of human life. The Mass for God's Precious Infants is celebrated the first Saturday of each month at 8:00am and is followed by a Rosary Procession and Vigil to the Planned Parenthood Offices of West Chester.
Catholic Scouting offers programs for boys and girls of all ages. The highlight of the Scouting Year is the Blue and Gold Banquet each year and the bestowal of the Eagle Scout Award every February.
The Day Room is a social service outreach program sponsored by the parish. It exists solely on donations. A breakfast and lunch is provided Monday - Friday, a food pantry is available for emergency situations, and a Nurses' clinic operates Saturday 10:00-12 Noon and on Monday and Wednesday 4:00-6:00pm. All services are free.
St. Agnes Nurses Center provides free health care to the uninsured and under insured with profound respect for the dignity of the human person at all stages of life and in all of life's circumstances. St Agnes Nurses Center provides free health care to the uninsured and under insured with profound respect for the dignity of the human person at all stages of life and in all of life's circumstances....
Ushers provide hospitality and welcome to parishioners and guests at Mass and other worship services.
Women's Bible Study meets on Thursday Mornings during the year to pray, reflect and support one another using the Scriptures as their guide. Consult the Sunday Bulletin and this web site for actual dates and times.
Youth Ministry covers many areas. It is the gathering of parish youth under the direction of a certified Youth Minister. Meetings include prayer and sharing, fun and games, food and good company. Programs are offered to high school age youth, and junior high, grades 6-7-8. Meetings are on Sunday evenings.
