Advent Brunch
Advent Brunch offers a morning of fellowship and delicious brunch to the women of the parish and their guests. In this rushed season, the brunch provides an opportunity to slow down and reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. To get the unique details of the way in which the brunch is arranged, please call Sonja Voytko @ 330-758-6436.
| Advent Brunch |
10:00 AM |
Hall |
Dec. 3, 2011 |
Anniversary Mass and Brunch
The Anniversary Mass and Brunch adds to the celebration of special anniversaries (25, 30, 50+). This event is sponsored by the Parish Life Commission. The Men's Club always does an excellent job preparing the brunch which follows 9:00 AM Mass. Come celebrate with your family, friends, and other anniversary couples. Reservations are necessary. For details, call
Rachel Sinchak @ 330-758-8339 or Katelyn Heney @ 330-965-9862.
| Mass and Brunch |
9:00 AM |
Church/Hall |
Feb. 12, 2012 |
Appreciation Reception
An annual Appreciation Receptions extends a special thank you to each of the parishioners who volunteer their time and talent to better the parish. Invitations are issued in the spring.
For information, call the parish office @ 330-758-2325.
Complimentary Coffee & Donuts
Complimentary Coffee and Donuts are offered once a month after all Sunday Masses (except 12:30 PM Mass), September through June. Rotating ministries and organizations host in Fr. Haidet Hall. For details, call Janette Koewacich @ 330-758-2325.
The St. Charles Book Club
The St. Charles Book Club is a social group for persons who love reading and who are interested in sharing interpretations of selected books. Participants select the books.
One selection per year must enhance spiritual growth or knowledge in the Catholic faith.
If you are interested in joining, please call Rosemarie Roach @ 330-758-3386.
| Book Club (Every other Month) |
7:00 - 9:00 PM |
St. Luke |
3rd Tues., Sept - May |
Family Night
Family Night is for people of all ages to get away from the hustle and bustle of the holidays to enjoy some family fun. The evening begins with various games and snacks in Fr. Haidet Hall. After the games, popcorn is popped and those who would like to enjoy anice familoy movie move to the St. Matthew and Mark room for the movie presentation. For information, call Jane Sinchak @ 330-758-8339.
Family Night 6:00 PM Hall/Matthew/Mark Jan. 15, 2012
Festival
The Festival is a parish-wide endeavor that enhances community and promotes friendship among parishioners. To volunteer for one of the numerous jobs required for this undertaking, watch for, fill out, and return the "sign-up" sheets that are readily available as festival time approaches. For information, call Tony Provenzale @ 330-549-0158.
| Festival |
6:00 PM Nightly |
Parish Grounds |
June 22,23,24, 2012 |
St. Charles Garden Club
The St. Charles Garden Club is a women’s social group involved in service to the St. Charles community with special emphasis on its environment. The group is responsible for the landscaping of the grounds around the church and Ministries Building. Members also water and care for indoor plants in the Ministries Building throughout the year. For more information, call
Rose Baker @ 330-726-3499.
| Garden Club |
7:00 PM |
St. Matthew |
1st Thurs., Sept. - June |
Girlfriends In Faith Together (GIFT)
Looking for a refreshing night out with girlfriends? Need to set some time aside for yourself to laugh with others? Looking to grow in your faith while hand in hand with a friend? Girlfriends in Faith Together (GIFT), formerly known as Girlfriends Unlimited, is the place for you. GIFT is a women's outreach that helps to create a fun and welcoming place for women of all ages. GIFT is an exciting place to experience God's goodness and build meaningful relationships with other women. Our focus is to gather several times throughout the year to experience faith, friendship, fun, service and more. Please check the bulletin for upcoming events. For more information, contact Lori McGlone @ lmcglone@zoominternet.net
Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus is a national, Catholic, fraternal, organization which offers fellowship to Catholic gentlemen who are of the same belief, who recognize the same duty to God, to family, to neighbor, and to charity. Your membership is deeply acknowledged and recognized. For more information, contact Ron Santangelo @ 330-550-2205.
Fr. Daniel Venglarik Council # 11915
| Meetings |
6:45 PM |
St. Charles |
2nd & 4th Tues. Sept..- May; 2nd Tues., June.-.Aug. |
Msgr. John Lettau Assembly # 3596
Meetings: 4th Mon., Monthly 7:00 PM St. Charles Room Sept. - May
Ladies Guild
Ladies Guild members provide for the needs of the worship space in the Church as well as the needs of its members through the support of shared ideas, prayers, and fellowship. Every woman of the parish is encouraged to become a member. Payment of yearly dues through an envelope that is in registered parishioner’s packets entitles you to membership. To learn more, please call Clara Vanderhoof @ 330-758-0719.
| Ladies Guild |
6:00 PM |
St. Matthew |
1st Mon., Sept. - Apr |
St. Charles Men’s Club
St. Charles Men’s Club is a service and social organization open to all men over age 18. Activities serve to benefit St. Charles Parish. The group hosts coffee and donuts on a regular basis and sponsors social activities to raise funds for project in the parish. Each year, they cook for the February Anniversary Brunch, the Joy and Celebrate weekends, and for the parish high school graduates' breakfast. They give two $500.00 scholarships to St. Charles parishioners for their college expenses. To learn more, call Bernie Belgin @ 330-402-6390 or go to www.stcharlesmensclub.org
| Men's Club |
7:30 PM |
St. Luke |
2nd Sun., Sept. - May |
St. Charles Yoga Classes
Each 90 minute yoga class is a gentle, uplifting practice based on quiet breathing techniques, postures which strengthen muscles and improve balance and concentration, and ends with peaceful, deep relaxation. Yoga is a way of praying with one's whole being ... mind, body and spirit.
Classes are open to all parishioners and friends of any age, size or shape, and are taught by a Registered Yoga Instructor with 30 years experience. Wear comfortable clothing and bring two firm blankets and a yoga mat. Class fee applies. For more information, call Helen Reider @ 330-533-2959.
Classes: Wednesdays 4:30 - 6:00 PM Hall Sept. - May
Over-55
Over-55 is a club that offers its members social and communal activities, an excellent
opportunity to share fellowship on a monthly basis. To join, call Carolyn Valensi @
330-726-2375.
| Over 55 |
Noon - 3:00 PM |
Hall |
1st Mon., Sept. - June |
Catholic Charities Diocese of Youngstown
Catholic Charities is the administrative arm of the Bishop fro carryng out the social concerns activities of the Diocese of Youngstown. Catholic Charities shares the mission held by Catholic Charities USA: to provide service to people in need, to advocate for justic in social structures, and to call the entire Church and other people of good will to do the same. Catholic Charities is devoted to helping meet basic human needs, strengthening families, building communities, and empowering low-income people. For more information:
Catholic Charities 144 West Wood Street Youngstown, Ohio 44503 www.ccdoy.org
Women’s Bowling League
The Women’s Bowling League of St. Charles provides an opportunity for women of all ages, both parishioners and non-parishioners, to gather weekly for a morning of exercise and fun. Competition to be the best is “secondary” to having a good time. At the end of a 32 week season, awards are presented at the annual banquet. A monetary donation is graciously presented to St. Charles School. To join the league, please contact Paula Ulicny @
330-757-4557.
| Bowling League |
9:30 AM - Noon |
Camelot Lanes |
Wed., Sept. - April |
Special Events
| Spaghetti Dinner |
Noon - 6:00 PM |
Hall |
Oct. 16, 2011 |
| Spaghetti Dinner |
Noon - 6:00 PM |
Hall |
Jan. 15, 2012 |
| Ohio Charity Campaign |
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Community |
TBA |
| Measure Up Campaign |
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TBA |
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