Spiritual Growth
Vision 2012 Goal is to deepen parishioners’ spiritual lives, and equip our spiritual gifts for evangelization!
St. Columbkille Prayer Line
This committee promotes opportunities for the spiritual growth and development of parish members. The committee’s functions include: identifying the spiritual growth needs of all parish members; providing opportunities for spiritual growth through retreats, days of renewal, small group study, and prayer groups; and evaluating spiritual growth programs available in the Archdiocese to determine potential for renewal at St. Columbkille Parish.
Spiritual Growth Committee
Dawn Oelke
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Phone: 582-8030
Dick Bergeson
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Phone: 451-2939
Deacon Bill Biver
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Phone: 556-5314
Marge Herrig
Phone: 583-6538
Marilynn Jacobs
Phone: 582-3341
Ross Janes
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Phone: 581-8434
Kathy Kisting
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Phone: 583-5050
Kevin Koch
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Phone: 556-0850
Spiritual Growth Committee Member
We meet to pray, discern ans assist in spiritual growth at 7:00 PM on the first Monday of the month in Fogarty Hall.
Parish Missions and Prayer Services
Objective 3.1
Increase outreach of our Healing Prayer Service on the second Wednesday of the month, 7:30 PM in Church.
CEW: Christian Experience weekends for Men and Women
Ecumenical Prayer Services
Evangelization for ALL parish leaders
Contact: Deacon Bill Biver, 556-5314
JESUS HEALS THROUGH THE HANDS OF THE PRIEST!
Prayer Chain
Contact: Laverne Anglin, 588-3442
Lola Noonan, 582-6290
Rosemary Mallie, 582-7968
Fran Mescher, 582-3191
Madonna Portz, 556-7992
Connie McCoy, 556-1581
Barb Setter, 583-6207
In your mercy, O God, hear our prayers!
Prayer is the practice of the presence of God. it is the privilege of touching the heart of the eternal; the place where pride is abandoned, hope uplifted, and supplication made. Our parish prayer chain is a beautiful way in which our parish community supports each other through prayer. If you are in need of prayer, please contact one of the ladies above.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
OBJECTIVE 3.2 Increase Eucharistic Adoration. Come, let Jesus speak to you from the depths of His Eucharistic Heart! St. Columbkille’sEucharistic Adorationis every Friday 7:30 AM-6:00 PM.
We should consider those moments spent before the Blessed Sacrament as the happiest of our lives.” ——-St. John Vianney
Holy Pilgrimages
OBJECTIVE 3.3 Make a pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine near LaCrosse. Pilgrimages broaden our minds to the mystery of our own spiritual journey.
Catholic Companion
OBJECTIVE 3.4 Bring a fallen-away Catholic home through prayer, friendly discussion, accompanying them to Mass and a faith sharing group. A Catholic Companion offers a warm welcome back Home.
Contact: Dick & Leone Bergeson, 451-2939
Bereavement Dinner
Parishioners who have lost a loved one are invited to attend. This ministry gives us the opportunity to pray with grieving families and share a meal. It brings people together and helps their healing during this difficult time in their lives.
Contact: Judy Healy, 588-1554
All committees are accountable to coordinate and comply with Archdiocesan communications and policies.