Ministries

Join together in song, under the talented direction of our choir director.-Beverly Rieger. Rehearsals on Wednesday evenings, 7:15pm in the Church.. 

All men are welcome! Meetings are held every First Thursday of the month in the parish office 7:00pm. Contact Duane Waterman 260-403-1534 for details

All are welcome! Gatherings are every 3rd Monday at the church gathering space. For more information, please email us @secretary@sttheresefw.org or call 260-747-9139

Join us every 2nd of the month at 6:00pm in the Chapel to say the rosary. Questions call Ginny Uecker 260-747-3317

United as a community praying for the sanctity of all life from conception until natural death with prayers, projects and events. Contact Betty Olry :

260-747-0337

bettyolry@aol.com

Boys and girls from grade 3 and above who assist the priest at the Mass.

Tuesday/Thursday from 6:00PM to 9:00PM. The Blessed Sacrament is exposed and adored by volunteers who sign up for one hour or more to pray before the Lord Jesus present in the Monstrance.

Preparing parents for the formation of their child’s faith. Call the office to schedule an appointment. 

260-747-9139

Advises the Pastor on financial matters of the parish and school. Responsible for monitoring all income and expenses, and approving the annual budgets.

Volunteers who coordinate funeral dinners for parishioners at the loss of a loved one.

A group that counts the funds collected at Mass each week. Each group volunteers about once a month.

Volunteers who care for and beautify the grounds and church.

Call the office to help 

260-747-9139

The PC is involved in most activities and programs effecting the liturgical and spiritual life of St. Therese Parish.

 Volunteers who help the homeless or disregarded with food and necessities. Call 260-747-9130 to help with this Ministry

Food Bank Hours Thursdays 10am-12 noon

Recipients must live in the 46809, 46819, 46783, 46777 or 46798 zip codes

Reader who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass and other services.

Volunteers who during the Gospel and Sermon  teach the children the Word of God . Volunteers call 

Terry Tescula 260-341-3829

Responsible for the preparation and care of the altar linens. This includes the washing and ironing of purificators, corporals, and altar linens.

Every Wednesday morning at 6am – 7am in the side meeting room off the Narthex. Arming Men to be the spiritual leader that God has called them to be, through video and discussion of Catholic history, current events, and Apologetics. 

Rite of Christian Initiation – preparation of adult candidates for Catholic sacraments.

Meeting Tuesday at 6:00PM 

Call the office to put your name on the list 260-747-9139

Volunteers who assist people to their seat if necessary. They also take up the collection/dimiss rows for communion/monitor the gathering space.

Duties include preparing the altar for Mass and cleaning the altar following Mass.

Catholic Education for grades 1-8

Starting September 10, 2023

9:15 am- 10:15 am  call Melissa Derck for registration 419-770-9537 

Click the Title for the registration form.

High-school teens, this is your space to grow in friendship with Christ and one another through faith-filled fun. We’ll mix prayer, scripture discussion, games, service projects, and the occasional pizza runs and/or retreats. We’re currently assembling a core team of adult mentors and teen peer leaders—if you have energy, ideas, or just a desire to belong, step up and help shape St. Therese’s new HS Youth Group!

Calling all high-school young men! Serve at the altar, grow in virtue, and build brotherhood through prayer, formation, and service. Discover how chivalry and faith can shape your future—join the Templars today. For more information, contact Father Kohrman.

Kindle your devotion to Jesus and Mary each Monday following the 8:00 AM Mass in the chapel. Together we pray the Flame of Love Rosary and learn and discuss the Flame of Love messages. Join us to intercede for our parish and the world. All are welcome—our Blessed Mother will ignite the fire of grace in your heart. For more information, contact Ken 317-506-9216 or Jill 317-506-9169

Adventure, laughter, and faith all in one place! Our 6th-, 7th-, and 8th-graders will gather to dive into Scripture in age-friendly ways, tackle team-building games, and serve the community through hands-on projects. Expect goofy icebreakers, prayer that makes sense, and friends who cheer you on. We’re building the leadership team now—parents and high-school mentors welcome—so join us early and help shape a youth group that’s truly yours!

High-school young women are invited to build true Catholic sisterhood modeled on St. Thérèse’s “Little Way.” The sorority gathers for prayer, discipleship, and service around four pillars—charity, honesty, purity, and simplicity—helping members grow in virtue and confidence as beloved daughters of God. We’re forming our first chapter at St Therese and need both teen members and adult women willing to co-lead; bring your gifts and help shape something beautiful!