Get Involved at St John Vianney

What We Offer

Our parish is home to many ministries and organizations that support worship, foster community, and encourage growth in faith. Whether you are new to the parish or have been here for years, there are many ways to become involved and share your gifts. We invite you to explore the opportunities below and find a place where you feel called to serve and belong.

  • Building relationships rooted in faith and shared life.

    • Donuts & Coffee Fellowship
      A welcoming time of conversation and connection after Sunday Masses, supported by parish volunteers.

    • Monthly Parish Potluck
      A parish-wide gathering held after the 11:30 a.m. Mass on the third Sunday of each month, offering a time for shared meals, conversation, and fellowship.

    • Knights of Columbus
      A fraternal men’s organization dedicated to charity, service, and fraternity. The Knights meet monthly and host parish events such as the annual fall golf tournament and Lenten fish fries.

    • Women’s Fellowship Group
      A monthly gathering centered on friendship, praying the Rosary, and gentle faith formation.

  • Growing deeper in our Catholic faith at every stage of life.

    • Religious Education (Children & Teens)
      Faith formation for children and teens of all ages, supporting families in handing on the teachings of the Church and preparing students for the sacraments.

    • OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)
      A welcoming process for adults seeking to become Catholic, receive the sacraments, or deepen their understanding of the faith.

    • Men’s Bible Study
      Led by Fr. Scott Wooten, focusing on Sacred Scripture, discussion, and spiritual growth.

    • Women’s Bible Study
      Also led by Fr. Scott Wooten, offering prayerful study and reflection.

    • Morning Prayer and Traditional Chant
      A gathering devoted to learning and preserving the Church’s sacred musical tradition.

  • Serving the Church through reverent worship.

    • Parish Choirs
      Our parish has three choirs, one serving each weekend Mass. The Sunday 11:30 a.m. choir includes both adults and children, with a special emphasis on forming our young parishioners in sacred music.

    • Altar Servers & Acolytes
      Assisting at the altar and supporting the sacred liturgy.

    • Ushers
      Offering hospitality and practical assistance during Mass.

  • Caring for those in need within our parish community.

    • Food Pantry & Clothes Closet
      Collecting and offering food and clothing available to any parishioner who may need it.

    • Mercy in Action
      A family-centered evangelization group that brings parents and children together to serve the community through works of mercy. Families from our parish and neighboring churches participate in several service projects each year, combining service, fellowship, and faith in action.

  • Forming young hearts in faith and virtue.

    • Youth Group
      Faith-based fellowship and formation for teens.

    • Troops of St. George(boys)
      A Catholic program emphasizing virtue, faith, and outdoor adventure.

    • Little Flowers(girls)
      A program focused on faith, virtues, and joyful friendship.

  • Quiet ministries that support the beauty and reverence of our church.

    • Altar Guild
      Reverently caring for the sanctuary and sacred spaces.

    • Sewing Guild
      Creating veils, altar rail covers, and other items needed for worship.

    • Fellowship Committee
      Supporting parish hospitality and community life by coordinating coffee and donuts after Mass, seasonal and parish-wide events, the parish’s participation in the town Christmas parade, a spring tea party, and baby showers for expectant mothers in our parish.

If you feel called to participate in parish life, we invite you to speak with Father or reach out to the parish office for guidance.