Ministries
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ADULT EDUCATION
Adult Faith Formation
Periodic short term lecture series are offered on Monday evenings and are advertised in the church bulletin.
Contact: Rosie Beasley | (850) 222-1321 | rbeasley@bsctlh.comCatholic Social Teaching/Just Faith
A central and essential element of our faith. We meet periodically to discuss social teaching principles and opportunities.
Contact: Deacon Pat Dallet | (850) 386-5084 | patdallet@gmail.comRite of Christian Initiation
RCIA – or the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a process for those who are interested in becoming Catholic. If you have not received Confirmation or know someone who is interested in becoming Catholic, please contact Dcn Lou Fete’ or call our parish office.
Contact: Deacon C. Louis Fete | (850) 386-8715 | fetel@clergy.ptdiocese.org
YOUTH MINISTRIES
Boy Scouts
Boy Scouts of America meet to offer formation opportunities and community for boys in 6th-12th grade. Troop meetings are Wednesdays at 6:30 PM in the Parish Hall during the school year.
Contact: John Vargo | (850) 228-6968Cub Scouts
Boy Scouts group for boys in 1st-5th grade. The Pack meets on the third Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM in the Parish Hal.
Contact: John Coffman | (954) 802-2731Edge (Middle School Youth Group)
Community, Fun, and Faith directed by our Youth Minister and a core team of volunteers. Meetings are on Friday Evenings at 7 PM at Blessed Sacrament. Volunteers, young at heart, with a commitment to passing on their faith are needed.
Contact: Jonathan Shea | (850) 766-8843 | jshea@bsctlh.comLife Teen (High School Youth Ministry)
Leading high school teens closer to Christ through Sunday night gatherings, retreats, service trips, small groups, and other opportunities. Life Nights begin at 5pm on Sundays.
Contact: Jonathan Shea | (850) 766-8843 | jshea@bsctlh.comReligious Education
Provide religious education to elementary school and middle school age children. This catechesis is done on Sunday mornings, and catechists, assistants, and substitute teachers are always needed. Team teaching is welcomed. All materials are provided, and a background check is required before working with children.
Contact: Rosie Beasley | (850) 222-1321 | rbeasley@bsctlh.comSt. John Paul II Catholic High School
Provides an affordable college preparatory curriculum within a Christ-centered Catholic environment. This mission encompasses the education of the whole person - spirit, mind, and body - within the tradition of the Catholic Church.
Contact: Joanna Copenhaver | (850) 210-5744 | joannacopenhaver@jpiichs.org
Trinity Catholic School
Tallahassee’s only Catholic elementary and middle school, established in 1952, serving Pre-K through 8th grade. Where children grow Spiritually, Academically, and Physically for a lifetime of service and leadership.
Contact: Tommy Bridges | (850) 222-0444 | bridgest@trinityknights.orgMUSIC
Adult Choir (10:30 AM Mass)
Provides liturgical music for the 10:30 Mass on Sunday morning. Weekly rehearsals take place on Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:00 PM in the church.
Contact: Diane Whitney | (850) 878-2465 | dwhitney@bsctlh.comChildren’s Choir
Children of all ages participate in learning songs about their Faith. Practice is held on Sundays during the school year from 11:40 AM to 12:10 PM in the Music Room at Trinity.
Contact: Diane Whitney | (850) 878-2465 | dwhitney@bsctlh.comFilipino Choir
The Filipino Choir sings at the 12:15 PM Mass on the 3rd Sunday of the month from August to June. Although composed mostly of Filipinos, it is open to everyone. A Filipino liturgical composition is sung after communion. A meal is provided by the Filipino community in the hall after mass. This choir sings at special masses: Feast of the Child Jesus (Santo Nino) in January, Flores De Mayo in May, and on Christmas.
Contact: Ferdie Francisco | (850) 509-0673 | ferdfrancis@gmail.comPraise and Worship Choir
The Music Ministry of the 5 PM Sunday Life Teen Mass. Contemporary music settings and instrumentation for a lively and prayerful music ministry. Practice is held on Sundays at 3:30 PM in the church.
Contact: Perry Osborn | (850) 443-6443 | perryaosborn@gmail.comSong and Worship Ensemble (8:00 AM Mass)
This Music Ministry provides music for the 8 AM Masses on Sundays. A combination of traditional hymns and contemporary music are sung. Musicians and singers are welcome. Practices are on Saturdays at 9:15 AM in the church.
Contact: Beth Gesinski | (618) 979-9823 | bklostermann.bsc@gmail.comSPIRITUAL GROUPS
Franciscans-Third Order
An official order within the Catholic Church of lay men and women, Diocesan priests and deacons who have permanently chosen to follow the Gospel Life in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi. Meetings are scheduled on the third Saturday of the month after the 8:00 AM Mass at Blessed Sacrament Church.
Contact: Maurizio Bertoldi | (850) 556-7358 | mbertoldim@yahoo.comHoly Family Rosary Crusade
A spiritual devotion where each family hosts the statue of Our Lady for a month and prays a daily rosary. It serves to spread the message of Our Blessed Mother to seek peace for the whole world.
Contact: Rosario Manzo | (850) 386-1629 | rmanzo3236@embarqmail.com
Legion of Mary
Men and women who meet as a Spiritual Group to celebrate their devotion for Mary with the rosary, acts of service, and prayer. Meetings on Mondays at 5:20 PM in the Legion of Mary room, and rosary every Saturday at 2:00 PM in the Adoration Chapel and first Saturday of the month after 8:30 AM Mass.
Contact: Joe Kaperak | (850) 294-7105 | Kaperak0J@protonmail.comMagnificat
Magnificat is a ministry that encourages Catholic women to grow in holiness through opening more fully to the gifts of the Holy Spirit. They hold prayer meals four times a year with praise and worship and a speaker who shares her personal testimony.
Contact: Terry Shine | (850) 321-8174 | TallahasseeMagnificat@gmail.comPerpetual Eucharistic Adoration
The exposition of the Blessed Sacrament is a life-giving ministry for Blessed Sacrament Church and surrounding Catholic Community. Consider signing up for one hour for some quiet time with Jesus.
Contact: Jean Nixon | (850) 445-3793 | jeannixon@gmail.comRespect Life Committee
Provides awareness and educational materials to parishioners and community on pro-life issues
Contact: Joyce Newell | (850) 322-4189 | blackwaterrepair@aol.comSacred Heart Enthronements
A beautiful way to bring the peace and love of Jesus into the family. A simple ceremony, which is done by either a priest or a deacon, where the Sacred Heart image is officially enthroned.
Contact: Dcn. Michael Nixon & Jean Nixon | (850) 445-3793 | jeannixon@gmail.com
St. John Neumann Retreat Center
Catholic retreat center at the service of the universal call to holiness. Our Mission is to provide a place of prayer, hospitality, rest & renewal where persons come to reflect on the things that really matter: God’s Word, the Most Holy Eucharist & the love of God & neighbor.
Contact: Kevin Keating | (850) 224-2971 | info@neumanncenter.orgWOMEN’S GROUPS
Christ Renews His Parish
Men’s and Women’s teams who offer a weekend renewal experience for our parish twice a year. Hosted at the St. John Neumann Center. Great way to meet parishioners and be rekindled in your faith.
Contact: Wilba Burgess | (850) 264-6966 | bscwomenscrhp@gmail.comCouncil of Catholic Women
The Women’s Guild, the umbrella organization for the church circles, is comprised of officers and the circle chairpersons. Socials and a mini-retreat for all women of the church are overseen by the CCW. The CCW is affiliated with the National Council of Catholic Women.
Contact: Sue Weathersbee | (850) 510-2403 | sueweathersbee@comcast.netWomen’s Bible Study
Open to all Women who would like to share in the Word of God through various scripture study series, prayer, discussions, and how we apply it to our daily lives. Meeting times are 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM each Sunday morning.
Contact: Wendy Soto | (850) 508-4448 | wsoto@bsctlh.comWomen’s Circle: Mother Seton
Mother Seton Circle meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the Trinity School Media Center. Their annual fundraiser is the sale of homemade Jams & Jellies at church the weekend before Thanksgiving, which supports our charitable projects. Members also meet monthly for lunch and enjoy praying and supporting each other.
Contact: Nancy Benham | nancy@benham.orgWomen’s Circle: St. Catherine
SC meets on the 2nd Monday of the month in the Nursery at 9:30 AM. Through Bake Sales on the first Sunday of every month (Sept.-May), the circle is able to make contributions to support Elder Care Services, Big Bend Hospice, Boy’s Town, etc. Aided by scripture readings and coffee socials we are able to build a strong community of faith.
Contact: Betty Palmiotto | (850) 408-6564 | palmiottobetty@yahoo.comWomen’s Circle: St. Therese
ST meets on the 2nd Monday at 7:00 PM in the Nursery. Thanks to funds raised through their annual cheese ball sales they are able to support our religious, our parish and our school. Their meetings include faith, fun, and fellowship.
Contact: Jane Dallet | (850) 766-0254 | janedallet@yahoo.comWomen of Mary Immaculata
A prayer group focused on bringing Catholic women, from all parishes in the Tallahassee area, together in prayer. Under the patronage of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (and Maximilian Kolbe) we strive to develop the virtues of Mary, especially her humility, purity of heart, and love of God. Meetings are once a month on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm at the St. John Neumann Center.
Contact: Jean Nixon | (850) 445-3793 | jeannixon@gmail.comMEN’S GROUPS
Christ Renews His Parish
Men’s and Women’s teams who offer a weekend renewal experience for our parish twice a year. Hosted at the St. John Neumann Center. Great way to meet parishioners and be rekindled in your faith.
Contact: Rob Glueckauf | (850) 284-5756 | rgluecka@yahoo.comKnights of Columbus
The Knights are a Catholic men’s fraternal benefit society. The Fr. Hugon Council meets on the 4th Thursday of every month at 7 PM at the Neumann Center.
Contact: Ferdie Francisco | (850) 509-0673 | ferdfrancis@gmail.comMen’s Club (Men of Blessed Sacrament)
The MOBS is for all men of the parish over 18. They meet on the first Friday of each month at 7:00 AM for Mass in the church followed by a short meeting in the parish hall that includes coffee and donuts.
Contact: Rick Freesmeier | (850) 545-3085 | chiroman@drfreesmeier.comSt. Joseph's Praying Husbands
Catholic Married Men who desire to grow in love, knowledge, and service of God and neighbor- to imitate Saint Joseph in being husbands, to our wives, and fathers to our children. Meetings are every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM in the Legion of Mary Room, located on the second floor above the Parish Hall.
Contact: Rolando Gomez | (850) 508-5528 | goodmangos@embarqmail.comSERVICE GROUPS
Bereavement
This ministry helps families by offering support, friendship, healing, and understanding at a time of family need and personal sorrow. We attend the visitation at the funeral home, pray the Rosary and organize volunteers and help with receptions following the funeral service.
Contact: Carol Sunderhaus | (850) 877-8775 | sunderhausc@gmail.comCreation Care Ministry
This ministry was started by Parishioners desiring to put into practice the Church’s teachings on the environment and care for creation. The group undertakes projects around the parish and the larger community to help protect our common home. We also discuss ways we can help care for the environment as individuals, as families, and as a parish.
Contact: Claude Kenneson | (850) 322-4274 | claudejkenneson@yahoo.comFood Pantry
Our parish has a food pantry on site for parishioners in need. All parishioners are welcome to bring donations of non-perishable food to mass on the weekends and put it in the food basket in the vestibule.
Contact: Carol Sunderhaus | (850) 877-8775 | sunderhausc@gmail.comGood News Outreach
A faith-based organization that strives to reduce hunger, homelessness, and isolation by providing food, shelter, and social interaction through collaborative efforts within the Tallahassee community. Programs: Maryland Oaks, Crossing, Mercy House, Food Pantry
Contact: Claude Kenneson | (850) 322-4274 | claudejkenneson@yahoo.comKearney Center Lunch
A monthly lunch at the homeless shelter, providing specific items and helping to serve the Lunch for 200.
Contact: Carol Sunderhaus | (850) 877-8775 | sunderhausc@gmail.comSerra Club
Lay Catholics who provide support for seminarians and other vocations. They meet to discuss vocations on the third Wednesday of each month at the Neumann Center. Meetings include Mass and a brief lunch.
Contact: Dick Van Atta | (850) 385-6993 | dickvanatta@embarqmail.comSick and Homebound
This Ministry helps to keep our parishioners who are sick and homebound connected to the parish by visiting them and many times bringing them communion. Also, aid with transportation needs.
Contact the Church Office | (850) 222-1321 | office@bsctlh.comPARISH GROUPS
Book and Gift Store
Volunteers work the cash register, giving parishioners an opportunity to purchase religious articles and books on the weekends and occasionally during the week.
Contact: The Parish Office | (850) 222-1321 | bookstore@bsctlh.comCatholic in America
A television program in newsmagazine format that provides an open platform to local clergy and laity to share the Catholic Church's authentic teachings and testimony on current topics.
Contact: Fr. Pete Zalewski | (850) 222-1321 | office@bsctlh.com
Blessed Sacrament Filipino Ministry
Filipino-Americans and others that want to share the Catholic Filipino traditions, like devotion to the Holy Infant Jesus, devotion to the Blessed Mary in "Flores de Mayo", and the Crowning of the Virgin Mary. We support our church community through fundraising and participate in the Filipino Choir.
Contact: Sol Francisco |(850) 509-9264 | solgomezfrancis@gmail.com
Nursery
A nursery for children ages 1-3 years old, staffed by a director, and volunteers, is available during the Sunday morning masses. 4-year-olds can participate in a Pre-K class during the 10:30 AM Mass with a lot of activities. The nursery is off the hallway to the parish hall.
Contact: Parish Office | (850) 222-1321 | office@bsctlh.comRefreshment Committee
Responsible for serving coffee and donuts after the Sunday morning masses. Volunteers make coffee and juice and prepare trays of doughnuts. A great way to meet and greet fellow parishioners. Couples and families often volunteer together.
Contact the Church office at office@bsctlh.com (850) 222-1321