Furnished by the
Outreach Team of the St. Ann Parish Pastoral Council
St Ann Catholic Parish
Coppell, TX
St Ann & Area Crisis
Support Ministries
We are all called to serve others. This booklet describes the St. Ann Ministries
that reach out to those in crisis, as well as some guidelines to guidelines to
other support groups in the community.
If you need help, or feel the call to serve, please contact the Ministry Lead.
Saint Ann Ministries
ADDICTIONS
Alcoholism & Addictions Ministry supports those persons who are struggling
with addiction problems, or family and friends who are struggling with the
addiction problem of a loved one. This ministry offers education, community
referrals, prayer and emotional and spiritual support, all in a spirit of Christian
compassion – and absolute confidentiality.
Contact: saaam@stannparish.org 972-393-5544 x1870
CHRISTMAS
Magi Ministree helps the less fortunate at Christmas by providing gifts through
the generous donations of the parish. Recipients are selected through Catholic
Charities and St. Ann.
Belinda Fernandes: magiministry@stannparish.org 972-745-7291
Also see Local Area Ministries Section for other Christmas services.
CLOTHING
(See Local Area Ministries Section)
CONSOLATION
Ministry of Consolation offers support in the form of Listening, Presence and
Prayer for faith community members who are suffering from all kinds of life’s
losses. Trained members of the parish help those who are grieving the death
of a family member or friend. Volunteers from this ministry will also assist in
planning the vigil and funeral for the deceased.
Deacon Pete: Deacpete@verizon.net 972-393-5544 x1810
Saint Ann Ministries
Monthly Grief Support offers support to those who are experiencing the
natural process of grieving the loss of a loved one, job, home, health or
marriage. The group provides support in each of these areas in an atmosphere
of care and understanding.
Deacon Pete: Deacpete@verizon.net 972-393-5544 x1810
Maureen O’Malley: mao-gpg@sbcglobal.net 972-401-3334
MOC Grief Support for Teens offers support for teens who are grieving. One
on one support is provided for teens in need.
Deacon Pete: Deacpete@verizon.net 972-393-5544 x1810
New Day Support Group offers support to those saddened by the recent death
of a loved one. The Ministry uses the New Day eight step process to help those
coping with the loss of a loved one. Deacpete@verizon.net 972-393-5544
x1810
Prenatal Death Support provides support for those who have suffered a
prenatal death (stillborn or miscarriage)
Deacon Pete: Deacpete@verizon.net 972-393-5544 x1810
Divorced and/or Separated Grief Support offers support for those who have
been divorced and/or separated. In a group setting, the sessions help with the
many different feelings experienced.
Deacon Pete: Deacpete@verizon.net 972-395-5544 x1810
Patti Bowlin: 972-571-9584
Good Samaritans primarily assist parishioners by serving and providing food for
funeral receptions. Meals are also provided on basis to parishioners with
temporary needs such as injury, illness, childbirth and death of family
members.
Christy MacMaster ccmacmaster@tx.rr.com 972-742-0236
Saint Ann Ministries
National Catholic Ministry to the Bereaved offers pastoral and spiritual
support to the bereaved through education and resources so that all who
mourn a loss through death may receive the healing comfort of God.
www.griefwork.org
DISABLED
Ministry of the Disabled and Their Caregivers assists parishioners with special
needs/disabilities and their caregivers. Areas supported include: moral and
emotional support, inclusion in liturgical functions, parish organizations, social
and recreational activities, and inclusion for children with special needs in
religious education. Parents’ Day Out (babysitting) is held monthly for children
with special needs and their siblings. Medical equipment loan program
provides free gently used walkers, wheelchairs, canes and more for short- or
long-term use.
Sara Meyer: sarahge@baylorhealth.edu 214-500-5501
Ministry to the Sick & Homebound brings Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist to
confirmed Catholics in good standing who are members of the parish and are
homebound or unable to attend Mass because of illness, hospitalization, or
who are otherwise incapacitated. For requests for a priest to perform the
sacraments of Reconciliation or the Anointing of the Sick, please contact the
parish office. 972-393-5544 x1890
Denise & Eddie Koch: deniseberrykoch@gmail.com 972-393-5544 x1890
Ministry of Eldercare/Caregiver Support provides Christian support and
education to individuals and caregivers who are dealing with aging issues and
concerns.
Diane Piper drpiper@verizon.net 972-393-4511
EMPLOYMENT
Employment Network helps parishioners with developing job search skills and
networking to find the next opportunity.
Tony Waldschmidt tony.waldschmidt@verizon.net 972-462-8334
Saint Ann Ministries
FINANCIAL
Faith and Finance Ministry helps participants manage their finances using
biblical principles and the Catholic Faith. This is a ten-week small group series.
John Peterson jpete8015@aol.com 214-215-3776
Parish Emergency Assistance Committee provides emergency financial
assistance for parishioners who have been registered members of the parish
for a minimum of six months. The business administrator of the parish is the
contact for referral to that committee.
Contact: 972-393-5544 x1104
Also see Local Area Ministries
FOOD
See Local Area Ministries Section
FURNITURE
See Local Area Ministries Section
HOUSING
See Local Area Ministries Section
PRAYER
Prayer Chain is made up of parishioners who pray for the intentions of other
parishioners and their family and friends.
Tammy Snedeker: tesnedeker@verizon.net
Saint Ann Ministries
Prayer Shawl Ministry produces prayer shawls that will be given away to help
spread the message of God’s mercy, love and compassion. Shawls can be
requested for various reasons such as grief or illness, but they may also be
given away to mark happy occasions such as births, baptisms or marriage.
Ginger Halepaska: stannshawls@gmail.com 972-830-9423
UNPLANNED PREGNANCY: Respect Life Ministry offers practical help
and emotional support during your pregnancy. Maria Whitacre 972-8992797
Local Area Ministries
Metrocrest Social Services
Areas served:
Carrolton, Farmers Branch, Addison, Coppell,
ZIP 75287 of Denton County.
972-446-2100
Emergency Assistance Services
Rent, utilities assistance, food, clothing/furniture/household items; bus
passes/gas vouchers for transportation; limited medical needs information and
referral
Employment Program
The Metrocrest Social Services employment program assists individuals with
one or more of the following:
Individual job counseling
Employment skills training
Use of Internet/phone/fax and resume building software
Provide gas/bus vouchers, clothing, and haircuts.
Provide limited skill training/education (i.e. Internet job search)
Seasonal Services
Holiday food and gifts
School supplies: Each year MSS collects new school supplies for area children
who cannot afford them and new backpack or the supplies needed to start the
school year off right.
In addition to new school supplies, Metrocrest Social Services, along with
sponsoring
churches and corporations, provide a brand new pair of shoes
and socks to local school-age children. For six Saturdays, Payless Shoe Source in
Carrollton opens its doors early just for Metrocrest clients. Volunteers from the
sponsoring churches and corporations make sure that each child is fitted with a
new pair of shoes.
Local Area Ministries
Christian Community Action
Areas Served:
Residents of the following school districts: Lewisville, Frisco, Little Elm, Lake
Dallas, Argyle, Northwest, Coppell, Denton County part of Carrolton/FB ISD.
972-219-4357
Emergency Assistance Services
Medical/dental clinic, food, clothing, rent, utilities, housing, counseling
Training
Includes: GED classes, ESL classes, literacy classes, keyboarding instruction,
intermediate computer classes, Excel classes, PowerPoint classes, job search
support, budget training, tax preparation, Connect to Success, forklift
certification, medical billing and coding.
Seasonal Services
Back-to-School Program provides each qualifying student with two new outfits,
a pair of shoes, backpack and grade-specific school supplies prior to the
beginning of each school year.
Christmas Toy Store ensures that Santa will visit CCA children with the perfect
gift. Families are identified through Family Assistance caseworkers. For more
information, contact
Kids Eat Free During the school year, low-income families frequently rely on
the USDA free- and reduced-school lunch program. The Kids Eat Free program
provides lunch to children during the summer when many do not have lunch
and are left to fend for themselves while their parents work. CCA coordinates
volunteer groups from churches and other organizations to prepare and deliver
more than 76,000 lunches and 9,000 children’s bookstore locations identified
by CCA. Approximately 1,500 children receive a sandwich, drink, chips, a cookie
and fruit daily.
Senior Christmas provides holiday wishes to elderly adults. Individuals and
companies purchase Christmas gifts from a wish list
Local Area Ministries
Irving Care
Areas Served:
Residents of the City of Irving
972-721-9181
Emergency Assistance
Financial assistance for rent and utilities,
prescriptions, transportation to medical facilities, food pantry, employment
services, counseling and information and referral services.
Irving Adult Day Service Supervised day health and activity center for frail
elderly and people with disabilities.
GRACE
Areas Served:
Residents of Grapevine, Colleyville, Southlake
817-488-7009
Emergency Assistance: This program provides food, clothing, toiletries,
household goods, furniture, financial assistance, and information/referrals to
those in need. Monthly supplemental food is offered for seniors and the
disabled.
Outreach to Health is a comprehensive program that provides a holistic
approach to health care for families who do not have access to traditional
medical care. A dedicated staff of volunteer physicians, nurses, and other
healthcare providers operate the clinic each Tuesday night. The clinic provides
the following services: routine office visits and health screenings, medications,
specialist referrals, diagnostic testing and lab services, dietary consultations,
and general health education. As appropriate, patients are referred to Tarrant
County’s John Peter Smith Health Network.
Transitional Housing Program allows individuals and families the stability and
comfort of their own apartment for up to two years while they work toward
independence. Housing clients participate in intensive case management while
pursuing educational, career, financial, and personal development goals during
their stay. All program activities are aimed at
Local Area Ministries
helping the clients to achieve self-determination and eventual self-sufficiency.
Seasonal Programs
Feed Our Kids calls upon local churches to prepare and serve lunches to
children in local apartment complexes throughout the summer. This bridges
the gap for children who normally receive free or reduced lunch at school.
Back to School Supply Drive provides new backpacks and school supplies to
GRACE clients at the beginning of each new school year.
Holiday Food Distribution assures that all area households are able to serve
Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners to their families. Food baskets include
everything needed to prepare a home-cooked holiday meal.
Christmas Cottage allows parents to choose gifts for their children at Christmas
time. Clients are given vouchers to shop in a store-like setting filled with new
donated items and toys.
Resale GRACE operates a successful resale program which funds a large portion
of the annual budget.
Salvation Army
Areas Served: EntireMetroplex972-353-9400
Services include help with rent, food, clothing, utilities, addictions, domestic
violence and emergency relief.
Local Area Ministries
St. Vincent de Paul Society
Areas Served:
75001, 006, 007, 008, 010, 061, 220, 229
230, 234, 240, 244, 248, and 287
214-358-0900, www.SVDPDallas.org
Services include help with rent, food, clothing, and utilities. The society will
serve anyone as long as they reside in the covered ZIPcodes – regardless of
nationality or affiliation. Members of the society call on clients’ homes to
ascertain their needs, and then network with various charities to assure proper
help. Entering a ZIPcode at the society’s web site provides appropriate phone
numbers to call for appointments.
Dallas, Tarrant, Denton County
Social Services
dial 211
Each county’s services include health clinics, immunizations, health screenings,
and meals for seniors.
Welfare services include food stamps, assistance with rent, utility bills, room
and board, transportation, job training and counseling, home weatherization.
Local Area Ministries
PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTERS
Offer Confidential Counseling, Information on parenting, adoption and
abortion, Pregnancy Testing, Sonograms, Medical Services Referrals,
Pregnancy Mentoring, Abstinence Education, Post-Abortion Guidance,
Effective Family Planning, Family Assistance Referrals, Peer Advice for
Clients and Their Families.
DALLAS COUNTY
Birthchoice
1. 8604 Greenville Ave. Ste. 102
Dallas, TX 75243
214-631-2402
2. 1902 Record Crossing Road
Dallas, TX 75235
214-631-2400
www.birthchoicedallas.org
White Rose Women's Center
1. 4313 N. Central Expressway
Dallas, TX 75205
214-821-6292
2. 8499 Greenville Ave.
Dallas, TX 75231
214-221-7711
www.whiterosewomenscenter.org
St Ann Catholic Parish
Vision Statement
We are one body transformed in Christ.
Mission Statement
We are a welcoming inclusive Catholic Parish centered
in the Eucharist, grounded in prayer, learning, living
and teaching our faith
in service to the community.
May 2011