St. Charles Borromeo Church & Cemetery has an opening for a 4 days a week secretary. Applicants should be proficient in bookkeeping, basic accounting & banking matters, possess basic knowledge of the Church’s Sacraments, & be familiar with SCB’s parish life. Proficiency in computer software, such as, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Publisher, Parish Soft & QuickBooks are basic requirements for the position.
The church secretary should exhibit a welcoming & compassionate personality, often dealing with families emotional issues such as the birth of a child, marriage preparation or the death of a loved one. The position also involves many volunteer hours, such as working for the parish’s annual fair, Confirmation, & periodic other night meetings & activities.
Interested applicants are asked to submit a resume to the attention of Ronald Rodrigue, at the church office. The deadline for submitting applications is Monday, December 7^th. St. Charles Borromeo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

We have three openings on our Pastoral Council and we are inviting nominations to fill those positions. The pastoral Council consults with the pastor in discerning the ministerial needs of our parish. The Council also assists Fr. Mixie in in implementing editorial programs ministries for our St. Charles Borromeo family.
We’re asking for a prayerful discernment of those who can serve on the Council, and that you keep this in your prayers throughout the process. You can nominate yourself or another person whom you feel could grow in this position. There’s no experience necessary, just a heart open to serving God and our parish by working with the council. This is especially recommended to the younger members of our community as a way to learn about and grow in the ministry of the Catholic Church.
There are nine other council members along with Fr. Mixie, Fr. John, and Deacons Harry, Mike, and Jeff. Our school principal, youth minister and administrative assistant are also there to help.
Please be open to what God is laying on your heart as we go through this time of discernment. You can get a nomination form on the website and they are also available in our parish office. If you have any questions can call Cliff Buller at 504 – 460 – 7611. You can also speak to any Council member or our Clergy for more information. We ask you respond by November 30^th.

SCB Bereavement Ministry - The Next Chapter

The loss of a loved one, spouse, child, parent, puts us in unfamiliar territory. At that time, you open a new chapter in your life. We would like to be a part of that next phase of your life through the caring hearts & resources of the SCB Bereavement ministry. Periodically, we will bring in guest speakers to keep our programming timely & relevant.  Please join us at any subsequent meeting. All meetings will be held on the third Tuesday of each month, at 7:00 PM, in the St. Luke Room. For more information, please contact Angie Matherne at 504-884-2083.

The bankruptcy court in case number 20-10846 pending in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana has set a deadline of March 1, 2021 to file a Sexual Abuse Proof of Claim in the Archdiocese of New Orleans Bankruptcy. A Sexual Abuse Proof of Claim form may be found at: www.NolaChurchclaims.com
 
The bankruptcy court in case number 20-10846 pending in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana has set a deadline of November 30, 2020 to file a General Proof of Claim in the Archdiocese of New Orleans Bankruptcy. A General Proof of Claim form may be found at: https://www.donlinrecano.com/Clients/rcano/Static/BDPOC
 

Nowhere in the New Testament can you find a designated percentage of income a person should set aside as a tithe; but only says gifts should be “in keeping with income” (1 Corinthians 16:2). Some in the Christian church have taken the 10 percent figure from the Old Testament tithe and applied it as a “recommended minimum” for Christians in their giving. The New Testament talks about the importance and benefits of giving. We are to give as we are able. Sometimes that means giving more than 10 percent; sometimes that may mean giving less. It all depends on the ability of the Christian and the needs of the church. Every Christian should diligently pray and seek God’s wisdom in the matter of participating in tithing and/or how much to give (James 1:5). Above all, tithes and offerings should be given with pure motives and an attitude of worship to God and service to the body of Christ. “Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7). (Cautious Note: Read the biblical account of the 1st tithe to God—The story of Cane and Able) Recently, you may have noticed that we have been making a push towards our “Direct Debit Program” where parishioners can set up a monthly transfer of funds from your own account directly into the church account. You choose the amount of the monthly transfer to be processed either on the 15th or the 30th of each month. This simplifies your giving process & more importantly, is consistent with “Giving of Your First Fruits” because God desires us to prayerfully commit to Him first; not whatever might be left of our monthly budget. 

Direct Debit Information and Form
 

The St. Charles Borromeo Fountain of Youth is a unique Youth Ministry Program open to all young people in St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church Parish in grades 5 – 12. Junior High Program is for 5th – 7th grade students and High School Program is for 8th – 12th grade students. This program offers young people the opportunity to get together with their peers, develop meaningful friendships, make lasting memories and learn to become one community in Christ.

The goal of the Youth Ministry Program of St. Charles Borromeo Church Parish is to provide a place for the young people to learn about God, serve others, share their faith, grow spiritually, develop meaningful friendships and discover who they are in their relationship to Christ. Our hope is that they will grow in love and faith and be made aware of what is needed in our Christian community.

Registration Packet

SCB FOUNTAIN of YOUTH is SELLING FACE MASKS
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St. Mark's Catholic Church in Ama is in the process of renovating their Parish Rectory in memory of their recently deceased pastor, Fr. Ed Lauden - once a Parochial Vicar here at SCB.  If you are aquainted with this simple, humble priest and would like to participate in this memorial venture, please make donations payable to St. Mark Catholic Church, 10773 River Road, Ama, LA  70031.