Ministry: Support Ministries

Annulment Ministry

The parish offers support and direction for those seeking an annulment of their marriage. Every Catholic and every person who has been married and divorced, have the right to petition for an annulment. An appointment may be made with the pastor to discuss your situation or an appointment may be made with one of our trained lay ministers who can begin your process.

Betty Schweisthal and Annette Horras - Voice Mail (480) 264-4319

This ministry assists cancer patients, their families, and friends. Members intervene during this difficult time to advance spiritual growth.

• Meetings are held the 1^st Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Gloria E. Yturralde (480) 998-3843

The parish offers supports to people who have lost a loved one. We never want anyone to feel they are alone. This ministry assists parishioners who are grieving over loss.

• Training is provided

Deacon Fred Giesner (480) 998-3843

Employment Support Ministry

This ministry is a member-driven organization providing support, resources and connections for successful employment transition. It is a volunteer program run by members, with career management expertise generously donated by business professionals. This ministry provides the means and opportunities to meet and work with people who support each other during employment transition for mutual gain, support and success.

• Membership is open to all in need of employment transition support
• Attendance is required at one meeting or workshop to become a member
  
• See our website for upcoming meeting and workshop schedule
  
• Job leads and inquiries can be forwarded to us via email or phone

How parishioners can support this ministry:
Volunteers are needed to serve on the steering team, facilitate meetings, maintain a Yahoo website, make business contacts and secure speakers.

Email: stpatesm@yahoo.com
Phone Contact: Al Ingallinera (480) 650-3195
Click here for Website

Grief Support

Contact Gerry Blakeman, Coordinator of Family Life and Wellness
(480) 998-3843, Ext. 103

Eucharistic Ministers visit, pray, and take the Eucharist to members of the community who are unable to attend Mass. The ministry serves those in Scottsdale Healthcare Shea, Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak, nursing homes and the homebound.

• Time Commitment is once monthly.
• A mentor minister will accompany new ministers until they feel comfortable on their own.

Bill Walsh (480) 998-3843

Seniors connect with each other in an environment that promotes personal and spiritual development. Members of this ministry assess their needs and plan their activities and programs.

Another aspect of this ministry involves a caregivers support group. This group meets on two scheduled dates:

• 2nd and 4th Monday 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Mary Permoda (480) 998-3843, ext 116

The Caring Place is a faith-based partnership offering physical, social, emotional and spiritual support in a caring and healing environment to all seniors, adults with disabilities and their caregivers. Initiated by St. Patrick and Blessed Sacrament parishes and the Foundation for Senior Living, the Caring Place offers:

• Individual, couple and group counseling
• Resources and referral
• Care management
• Personal and health care services

We are here to serve you.

Mary Permoda (480) 998-3843, ext 116

This ministry shares a common bond of widowhood to provide fellowship and companionship. Members strive to accept God’s plan for their lives while expanding their horizons.

• Meetings are held the second Friday of each month, late afternoon

Norma Muir (480) 998-3843