CATHOLIC ORGANIZATIONS

BLACK CATHOLICS
Contact: Tony & Nell Lester 419-225-5608

MISSION: To celebrate the richness of our diverse gifts with the Body of Christ. We, along with the Office of the Black Catholic Ministries, promote ongoing evangelization efforts, leadership, stewardship and cultural awareness in addressing the diverse needs of the African American Community.

CATHOLIC LADIES OF COLUMBIA
Contact: Catherine Wogerman 419-228-8261

MISSION: CLC is a non- profit fraternal life insurance society whose sole purpose is to meet the needs of Catholics, their families and friends through a sound life insurance program and competitive financial products while bringing members together in fellowship and service to others. Members build life long friendships, enjoy social activities, enrich their spiritual lives and serve their parishes and communities.

DAUGHTERS OF ISABELLA
St. John: Parish Office 419-222-5521

GETHSEMANI CEMETERY
Contact: Dan Gallagher 419-223-1651

MISSION: We believe in and are firmly committed to the teachings and rich tradition of the Catholic Church with regard to the deceased and the sacredness of the cemetery in which their bodies rest. We recognize the deep religious significance of the Corporal Work of Mercy involved in the burial of the dead and reverence for the deceased. We are dedicated to the respectful care of the people of God who, even in death, remain a part of the whole Christian community.

HEARTBEAT OF LIMA
Contact: Patti Kennedy 419-222-7945

MISSION: A non-political, non-denominational pregnancy resource center providing hope, education, and resources for women and teens challenged by pregnancy. HeartBeat is a 100% pro-life agency with the goal of offering an option to abortion and create an atmosphere to save babies’ lives. Hearbeat offers free pregnancy testing, emergency help with formula and diapers, and an extensive parenting program called Bridges –a support group promoting parenting and life skills through education and emotional support.

HOLY NAME SOCIETY
St. Gerard: Sam McClean 419-225-7736

MISSION: To promote the faith life within St. Gerard Parish

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Contact: John O'Brien 419-223-0761

MISSION: The K of C provides members and their families with volunteer opportunities in service to the Catholic parishes of Lima, their communities, families and young people.

NEWMAN CATHOLIC ASSOCIATION
Contact: Sandy Connell 419-222-5521, ext. 42

MISSION: A Catholic student organization on the campus of Rhodes State/Ohio State, Lima and University of Northwestern Ohio focusing on spiritual and social growth opportunities. All students, faculty and staff are welcome.

ACTIVITIES: Meetings twice a month. Volunteers needed to help plan service projects, trips, retreats, etc.

RIGHT TO LIFE
Contact: Becky Seibert 419-222-8915

MISSION: To actively promote the Pro-Life Movement in Allen County. Originally formed as a political arm of Heartbeat of Lima and founded to help unwed pregnant mothers, it has evolved into a political action group and chapter of the National Right to Life. Its activities include educating the public on abortion and helping to elect pro-life candidates to public office with objectives, which include overturning Roe vs. Wade.

ROSARY/ALTAR SOCIETY
St. Gerard: Rita Moyer 419-227-7211
St. John: Adrene Pellegrini 419-222-5521

MISSION: The function of the Rosary/Altar Society is to provide altar supplies such as hosts, wine and candles.

SECULAR FRANCISCAN ORDER
Contact:  Sr. Judy 419-224-3080

MISSION: A way for the laity to follow the rule of St. Francis of Asissi.

SERRA CLUB
Contact: Rick Woodfield 4129-991-5094

MISSION: Serra Club is an organization of Catholic men and women who actively encourage young people to consider the priesthood, the deaconate or the vowed religious life. The Serra Club draws its membership from the entire Lima Area; Allen, Putnam and Van Wert counties. The club provides vocation information to the 21 parishes in the area. It gives support to seminarians, priests and Catholic youth groups.

ACTIVITIES: Second and fourth Thursdays at LCC. 5:45 Mass followed by dinner and a guest speaker.