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All baptized Catholics are called to a life of radical 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.


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
864.834.3167
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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:
Miss Megan Soulsby
Bereavement Committee » more info
Provides support to parish members when a family member dies.
Please contact:
Diane Hickey
864. 268.2988
Birthright » more info
An organization that provides assistance to women facing a crisis pregnancy.
Please contact:
Debbie Baker
864.281.7677
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:
Ruud & Thea Veltman
864.292.3039


Rich & Avis Witowski
864.609.0512
Catholic Medical Association
The purpose of the CMA is to uphold the principles of the Catholic faith and morality as it relates to the science and practice of medicine.
Please contact:
Eric Norton, M.D., CNFPMC
864.585.2027
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Choirs » more info
Voices and musicians always needed to praise God in song during Mass.
Please contact:
Arlen Clarke
9:00 a.m. Mass (Youth Choir)
864.679.4119
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Arlen 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
864.834.3167
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Culture of Life Team
Helps the people of St. Mary’s to find ways to build a “culture of life” and a “civilization of love” where every human life is respected, protected, and nurtured- from conception until natural death.
Please contact:
Father Jay Scott Newman
864.679.4101
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Engaged Encounter » more info
A program to help prepare new couples for their upcoming marriage.
Please contact:
Jeanne McCoy
864.370.1053
Eucharistic Adoration
Adoration before the Blessed Sacrament. Check the calendar or the bulletin for day and time
Fairy Godmothers on Pins and Needles
Prepares handmade white garment for each infant baptized at St. Mary’s Church.
Family Honor » more info
Family Honor comes to St. Mary’s every Spring to offer an in-depth formation program on human sexuality from a Catholic perspective to Middle School students and their parents.
Please contact:
Joann Miller
864.679.4110
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Finance Council » more info
A council of lay people that advises the Pastor on matters relating to the finances of the parish.
Healing Prayer Apostolate » 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
High School Ministry » more info
St. Mary’s outreach to teens, Sundays, 6:00-8:00pm in addition to the regular meeting, the group meets from 5:30 – 6:00pm for a Bible Study.
Please contact:
Chris Stansberry
864.878.6498 or 864.679.4111
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Home Works » more info
Home works activities, untilizing youth and adult volunteers, focus on renovating homes for the poor and elderly, during a week-long summer porject and a weekend in the fall.
Please contact:
Hank Chardos
803.781.4536
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:
Father Jay Scott Newman
864.679.4101
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Marriage Encounter » more info
To assist couples to live fully intimate and responsible relationships by providing them with a Catholic “experience”.
Please contact:
Nydia Burdick
803.798.8296
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Natural Family Planning/Creighton Model » more info
This is the model taught by the Pope Paul VI Institute and Creighton University and has been very sucessful for couples wishing to achieve or avoid a pregnancy.
Please contact:
Nancy McGrath, CNFPP
864.292.0475
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Nursery » more info
Volunteers needed during 9:00 a.m. Sunday Mass.
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.
Operation Shoehorn
Provides shoes for needy children in the Greenville Area.
Please contact:
Joan & Lou Sagedy
864.422.0423
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Home School Association
For parents who home school their children.
Please contact:
Emily Paluszak
864.288.5818
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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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Piedmont Women’s Center
Counseling women in crisis and helping them explore all alternatives to abortions.
Please contact:
Lenna Neill
864.244.1434
Pillars of Christ » more info
Pillars of Christ is a men’s ministry led by a group of St. Mary’s men who are on fire with the love of Christ and His Church. Meets Friday morning 6:30am for prayer and study.
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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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-April.
Time 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Please contact:
Dana Williamson
864.449.8251
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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.
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. Mary’s College Group
The Group meets every Monday at 7:30pm in the upstairs conference room of Sacred Heart Hall. Come meet other local college students, grad students or recent grad-aged Catholics to learn more about what we believe.
Please contact:
Tim and Alycia Nielsen
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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:
Peggy Moulton
864-386-2309
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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:
Joe Beauchemin
864.947.9417
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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:
Gary Bays
864.877.6768
Ushers
Men and women who assist with seating and offertory collection.
Please contact:
Bill Biediger
864.679.4108
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Wedding Committee
Women who assist with weddings at St. Mary’s.
Please contact:
Cathy Markway
504.251.4588
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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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