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All baptized Catholics are called to a life of radial Christian discipleship in which we love the Lord above all things and love our neighbors as ourselves (Matthew 22:37-40).

St. Mary's Church offers a multitude of opportunities to serve Christ, His Church, and our neighbors in need. Below, find listings for ministries, apostolates and organizations offered by St. Mary's.


Adoption Support Group
Mothers and children meet together for mutual help and play time for the children.
Please contact:
Denise Hoppenhauer
864.322.2495
Altar Guild
Tends to the needs of the Church altar, polishing and cleaning. Meets on Thursday mornings.
Please contact:
Eileen Lee
864. 232.3196
Altar Servers
The boys and young men who assist in the celebration of the sacred liturgy are members of the St. John’s Guild for Altar Servers. Boys from the fifth grade to college age and beyond are welcome to apply.
Please contact:
Deacon John Heuser
864.836.8115 or 864.679.4113
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Basketball Program » more info
Teams form each year. Both youth teams (grades k-5 thru 8th) and adult teams.
Please contact:
Chris Caver
864.250.9110
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Bereavement Committee » more info
Provides support to parish members when a family member dies.
Please contact:
Diane Hickey
864. 268.2988
Bible Study Groups » more info
Weekly Scripture study groups that meet weekly.
Catholic Charities » more info
The Piedmont office is located in Greenville.
Please contact:
Deacon Gabriel Cuervo
864.242.2233
Catholic Fellowship Groups » more info
Adults (couples and singles) meet monthly in homes for fellowship and a covered dish dinner.
Please contact:
Bill & Sharon Kielty
864.282.0994


Rich & Avis Witowski
864.609.0512
Choirs
Voices and musicians always needed to praise God in song during Mass.
Please contact:
Kevin Clarke
9:00 a.m. Mass (Youth Choir)
864.679.4119
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Kevin Clarke
11:00 a.m. Mass (Adult Choir)
864.679.4119
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Communion Ministers » more info
Men and women who assist with the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass and visit the sick who are hospitalized, homebound, or reside in assisted living facilities.
Please contact:
Deacon John Heuser
864.836.8115 or 864.679.4113
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Core Leadership Teams » more info
Eight teams of leaders who help St. Mary's in the following areas: Discipleship and Evangelization; Pastoral Care; Family, Marriage, and Youth; Social Mission and Outreach; Stewardship; Culture of Life; Communications; and Buildings and Grounds.
Engaged Encounter » more info
A program to help prepare new couples for their upcoming marriage.
Please contact:
Jeanne McCoy
864.370.1053
Finance Council » more info
A council of lay people that advises the Pastor on matters relating to the finances of the parish.
Greenville Area Interfaith Hospitality Network » more info
Help the Homeless
Habitat for Humanity » more info
Builds and repairs homes for the poor in the community.
Please contact:
Ron Cleveland
864.292.1102
Healing Prayer Apsotolate » more info
Provides healing prayer to those in need and training about healing prayer to those who want to be intercessors
Please contact:
John Dullea
864.288.7778
Knitting/Sewing Group » more info
Group meets monthly to knit, crochet and sew hats for cancer patients. Everyone is welcome.
Please contact:
Carol Paul
864.282.0982
Lectors
Men and women who are readers of Sacred Scripture during Mass.
Please contact:
Michael McGrady
864.322.9107
Nursery
Volunteers needed during 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Sunday Masses.
Please contact:
Joann Miller
864.679.4110
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Offertory Counters
A committee of parishioners who count the weekly bank deposit. Volunteers normally count one Monday morning each month.
Please contact:
Bill Lacher
864.354.5669
Offertory Gift Bearers
Families or individuals interested in bringing the gifts to the altar for all masses.
Please contact:
Ushers at Mass
Inform them of your willingness and interest to provide this service.
Pastoral Council » more info
A council of lay people that advises the Pastor about keeping St. Mary’s focused on its mission of following the Way of the Lord Jesus as faithful disciples.
Please contact:
Bill Kinard
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Prayer Chain Ministry » more info
Parishioners who offer intercessory prayer for those who are experiencing difficulty or illness.
To leave a prayer request:
864.271.8422, ext. 127
Please contact:
Michelle Moody
Daytime (to become a member)
864.281.1373
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Lorene Lake
Evening (to become a member)
864.269.9373
Prayer Group
Thursday night Rosary 7:00 p.m.; meeting at 7:45 p.m.
Please contact:
John Dullea
864.288.7778
Project Rachel » more info
Confidential post-abortion healing program that incorporates Scripture and personal reflection in a small group setting.
Please contact:
Barbara
864.297.5752
R.C.I.A. » more info
Inquiry classes offered to both Catholics and non-Catholics who are interested in learning more about the Catholic faith. Classes are taught in McGrady Hall on Wednesday evenings from September-May.
Please contact:
Fr. Dwight Longenecker
864.234.9009, ext. 114 or 864.679.4118
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Religious Education Classes » more info
Classes for children from preschool through high school (Fall through Spring).
Please contact:
Joann Miller
864.679.4110
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Respect Life Committee » more info
Promotes the sanctity of all human life.
Sacred Heart Herald Newsletter » more info
Team that writes, takes pictures for, and edits the monthly parish newsletter.
Please contact:
Anne Albers
864.234.1085
Saturday Bag Lunch » more info
Located at Project Host on Academy Street in Greenville, SC. This service is to feed the hungry of Greenville.
Please contact:
Iris Minette
864.244.3027
Scouting Programs » more info
Scouting for boys 1st through 12th grade and scouting for girls K through 12th grade.
Please contact:
Dr. James Rex
Boy Scouts
864.458.8350


Carla Burkhardt
Girl Scouts
864.370.1292
Spanish-speaking Ministry
Ministry to those at St. Mary’s whose primary language is Spanish.
Please contact:
Deacon Diego Ferro
864.679.4112
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St. Ann’s Guild » more info
Members visit families to welcome all new infants to the parish or to comfort them in the case of a miscarriage.
Please contact:
Nicky Wallace, M.S.W.
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St. Julian Welcome Guild » more info
The St. Julian’s Guild helps welcome newcomers to St. Mary’s through one-on-one meetings and a monthly dinner.
Please contact:
Chris Loewer
864.288.8247
St. Mary’s Women Club
For parish women to promote and participate in Church and community activities. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month (September through May).
Please contact:
Alice Ramos
864.246.1684
St. Theresa of Avila Card Ministry » more info
Outreach for those parishioners who are ill or recuperating. Support contact is maintained through cards and notes sent weekly from the parish.
Please contact:
Rita Trotter
864.834.0748
Sunday Adult Bible Study
A group of parishioners who meet each Sunday morning at 9:00 am to study Scripture and growth in their faith.
Please contact:
Deacon John Heuser
864.836.8115 or 864.679.4113
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The Knights of Columbus » more info
Msgr. Charles Baum Council (13112) Msgr. Charles Baum Council was founded in 2002 on March 29, which is Founder’s Day for the Knights of Columbus. It is named after Msgr. Charles Baum, who was pastor of St. Mary’s from 1951 to 1973. The Msgr. Baum Council works closely with the St. Mary’s Parish in Greenville, providing funds and manpower for various projects, that serve Christ and His Church. There is also a ladies’ auxiliary.
Please contact:
Joe Schmidt
864.627.1853
Theology on Tap
Younger adult Catholics explore faith-related issues in an informal setting.
Please contact:
Disciples of Christ
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Tower of David Foundation
A not-for-profit corporation founded and run by members of St. Mary’s Church to assist the parish in the acquisition of real estate for the expansion of our campus and facilities.
Please contact:
Bill Lacher
864.354.5669
Upstate Catholic Singles
Please contact:
Joe
864.266.8774
Ushers
Men and women who assist with seating and offertory collection.
Please contact:
Bill Biediger
864.679.4108
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Watchman Program » more info
Program of St. Francis Hospice that trains congregational representatives to serve the parish with educational information on end-of life-issues.
Please contact:
Stuart Miller
864.232.5796
Wedding Committee
Women who assist with weddings at St. Mary’s.
Please contact:
Mary Anne Wylie
864.386.6350
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Young Adult Ministry » more info
Ministry focused on helping young adults at St. Mary’s develop a strong relationship with Jesus Christ and with others through small group fellowship, Bible study, service, and social activities.
Please contact:
Disciples of Christ
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Youth Ministries High School » more info
High school teens which meet on a regular basis and participate in planned activities. Adult volunteers also needed.
Please contact:
Chris Stansberry
864.878.6498 or 864.679.4111
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Youth Ministries Junior High » more info
Middle school youth groups which meet on a regular basis and participate in planned activities. Adult volunteers also needed.
Please contact:
Joann Miller
864.679.4110
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