Spiritual Life
Breath of God Prayer Group
Through the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit, our mission is to:
CONTACT: Mike Wuller
Intercessory Prayer Network
Participants make a commitment to set aside personal time bi-monthly to pray for special intentions listed on a special intentions bulletin available by email or it can be physically mailed to you. This apostolate is designed to meet the interests and needs of a great variety of parishioners who believe in responding to requests to pray for those members of our parish who desire a wider network of prayer support. It is especially suited for parishioners who are unable to come to meetings yet desire to support their fellow members.
CONTACT: Jeannine Bentrup
Jonah Healing Ministry
This is a ministry which responds to the Church’s conscious need to bring healing to its members and to all people in the world. Through the power of our baptism all are called to participate in the healing of the body of Christ. Those called to this ministry are utilizing a charism of the Holy Spirit. If interested in being a healing minister, training is available. Once trained, you will become a member of a healing team and will assist in praying with people following the Monday evening healing Mass, which begins the second week of September, and will go through May on the first Sunday of the month following the 9:30 am Mass.
CONTACT: Elaine O'Sullivan
Eucharistic Adoration Chapel
Eucharistic Adoration provides permanent Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in the Chapel, which is open for constant vigil of prayer, seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day. The parish needs people willing to spend one hour a week with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Each person commits himself or herself to a specific day or hour of the week so that each of the 168 hours of the week is covered by at least one person. This invitation is extended to all adults, young adults, teens, and especially families. You may being your own prayer books, use the books outside the chapel, read the Bible, pray the rosary, or just sit, relax, and enjoy the sweet peace that comes from simply being in the presence of God.
CONTACT: Dan Amiri
Retreats
If you are looking for a way to renew your spiritual life, you may want to consider one of the retreats offered throughout the year for the men and women at St. Alban Roe Parish.
St. Joseph Covenant Keepers was founded by Steven Wood in 1994 as an informal international network of Christian men, under the patronage of St. Joseph, dedicated to strengthening fatherhood and the family. It is an organization designed for the purpose of equipping and encouraging men for more effective service within their families. St. Joseph was chosen to be the model for restoring Christian fatherhood, as he was the man chosen by God to lead the Holy Family. It is open to Christian men of all ages and callings in life. St. Joseph Covenant Keepers of St. Alban Roe meet the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month. Each meeting starts at 6:30 am with a rosary in the Chapel, followed by discussion around a specific SJCK topic in a meeting room below the rectory until 8:00 am. This early morning period allows the 'least interference' with family time. If you are interested in joining us, please meet us on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month.
CONTACT: Keith Mallon
Through the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit, our mission is to:
- Give praise, glory and thanksgiving to God
- Engage healing and intercessory prayer for individuals, families, the parish, the community, and the world.
- Support petitions and prayer requests from our priests, deacons, and parishioners.
CONTACT: Mike Wuller
Intercessory Prayer Network
Participants make a commitment to set aside personal time bi-monthly to pray for special intentions listed on a special intentions bulletin available by email or it can be physically mailed to you. This apostolate is designed to meet the interests and needs of a great variety of parishioners who believe in responding to requests to pray for those members of our parish who desire a wider network of prayer support. It is especially suited for parishioners who are unable to come to meetings yet desire to support their fellow members.
CONTACT: Jeannine Bentrup
Jonah Healing Ministry
This is a ministry which responds to the Church’s conscious need to bring healing to its members and to all people in the world. Through the power of our baptism all are called to participate in the healing of the body of Christ. Those called to this ministry are utilizing a charism of the Holy Spirit. If interested in being a healing minister, training is available. Once trained, you will become a member of a healing team and will assist in praying with people following the Monday evening healing Mass, which begins the second week of September, and will go through May on the first Sunday of the month following the 9:30 am Mass.
CONTACT: Elaine O'Sullivan
Eucharistic Adoration Chapel
Eucharistic Adoration provides permanent Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in the Chapel, which is open for constant vigil of prayer, seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day. The parish needs people willing to spend one hour a week with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament. Each person commits himself or herself to a specific day or hour of the week so that each of the 168 hours of the week is covered by at least one person. This invitation is extended to all adults, young adults, teens, and especially families. You may being your own prayer books, use the books outside the chapel, read the Bible, pray the rosary, or just sit, relax, and enjoy the sweet peace that comes from simply being in the presence of God.
CONTACT: Dan Amiri
Retreats
If you are looking for a way to renew your spiritual life, you may want to consider one of the retreats offered throughout the year for the men and women at St. Alban Roe Parish.
- Welcome Retreat
Welcome retreats are a wonderful opportunity to step away from our busy lives, reconnect with God and our faith community, and form lasting friendships with fellow parishioners. The retreats take place at St Alban Roe, beginning Saturday morning and ending Sunday afternoon, and there is no charge to attend. We invite you to take 32 hours for yourself and your faith.
CONTACT: Larae Nordstrom, 210.355.3418 - Women's Lenten Retreat
A weekend opportunity for women interested in faith strengthening, relaxation, and friendship. The retreat takes place during Lent at the Marianist Retreat & Conference Center located off hwy 109 in Eureka. The MRCC can accommodate up to 40 attendees. We select a presenter who we hope will inspire and enlighten. There are optional ways to attend such as a one- or two-night stay, or as a commuter, and meals are included.
CONTACT: Noreen Conte: 636.236.4236 or Judie Gegg: 636.236.8727
St. Joseph Covenant Keepers was founded by Steven Wood in 1994 as an informal international network of Christian men, under the patronage of St. Joseph, dedicated to strengthening fatherhood and the family. It is an organization designed for the purpose of equipping and encouraging men for more effective service within their families. St. Joseph was chosen to be the model for restoring Christian fatherhood, as he was the man chosen by God to lead the Holy Family. It is open to Christian men of all ages and callings in life. St. Joseph Covenant Keepers of St. Alban Roe meet the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month. Each meeting starts at 6:30 am with a rosary in the Chapel, followed by discussion around a specific SJCK topic in a meeting room below the rectory until 8:00 am. This early morning period allows the 'least interference' with family time. If you are interested in joining us, please meet us on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month.
CONTACT: Keith Mallon