I will recognize God at work in my life and share the love of Christ with others by my actions.
Jim & Jenny Patton
Phone. 352-332-1269
Email. jamespatton@helpingpeopletosucceed.net
ginny.patton@hotmail.com
The 2010 Stewardship theme of setting out to deep waters urges us to "go deeper." It was selected to encourage all members of Queen of Peace Parish to follow Jesus as we build deeper relationships with each other as we become good stewards of our time, talent and treasure. Members of the Stewardship Council are appointed by the Pastor to assist in encouraging an active response to our baptismal call to live a stewardship way of life by returning our time, talent and tithe to fulfill the mission of the Church on earth. Primary activities include the Stewardship Covenant Renewal Period in the fall, the Ministry Opportunity Fairs, the Day of Reflection and assistance with questions concerning stewardship.
Our Finance Council and Parish Advisory Board are invited by the Pastor to serve as representatives of our community. At this time these councils are fully staffed.
Deacon Bo Turner
Phone. 352-332-6279, Ex. 54
Email. boturner78@aol.com
Ottón Fernandez
Phone. 352-331-4349
Email. otton@bellsouth.net
The Council promotes and supports Hispanic Ministry and activities within the parish community. Our Hispanic Community is diverse and energetic. Join us as we work together to hear the call of the Lord and share the Good News.
Ricardo Gonzalez
Phone. 352-332-6279, Ex. 16
Email. rgonzalezqop@aol.com
What do you REALLY want out of YOUR life? If you want a life of true significance and inner peace, come join our Crown Ministries small group scripture studies to learn with us about the Road to Abundant Life. The disciples on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35) went from discouragement and frustration to inspiration and true peace. This study will enable you to end money stress and find personal spiritual breakthroughs along the way. You’ll discover God’s financial principles for everyday life, how to plan confidently and peacefully for your highest material and spiritual good, and have fun and fellowship with other seekers in a confidential, informal atmosphere.
Jim Patton
Phone. 352-332-1269
Email. jamespatton@helpingpeopletosucceed.net
This ministry promotes fellowship and prosperity for its business members by helping each other reach their spiritual and financial goals while at the same time developing lifelong relationships that exemplifies Christian practices, integrity, and focus on outreach for our business community and Queen of Peace.
Events include monthly meetings for networking, education, inspiration, and fellowship. This ministry also reaches out to the community through special events, seminars, and self-help classes.
Janine Plavac
Phone. 352-335-2773
Email. tjplavac@aol.com
Our parish reaches out to our brothers and sister in Christ through medical mission trips. Help is needed in obtaining and organizing supplies and trip details. Medical professionals and other workers are needed. Missions are typically scheduled in the spring. Announcements and updates will be made as specific details of mission trips are formulated.
Church Secretary
Phone. 352-332-6279, Ex. 12
Email. office@queenofpeaceparish.org
Married couples are invited to this ministry by the Pastor to assist in preparing engaged couples for the sacrament of marriage. Sponsor Couples are trained to educate the engaged in a reflective and educational experience to be creative, versatile, joyful and communicative in their marriage commitment. Meetings are held every other month on the first Wednesday from 7:00pm to 9:30pm.
Jeanne Schinn
Phone. 352-377-7423
Email. schinnjohn@aol.com
A proven Paulist program designed to welcome back Catholics into the Church. Meetings are held in a comfortable setting and provide a clear and simple format for welcoming back Catholics who have been away from the Church. The process consists of eight to ten weekly meetings of groups of six to eight. This process has been found to energize all involved.
Kitty Gill
Phone. 352-332-3212
Email. lgill10@cox.net
Toni Lawson
Phone. 352-495-2309
Email. tlaw13@bellsouth.net
Serves as the liaison between the priest, funeral home and the bereaved family in selecting the scripture, music and other details for the funeral.
Cheryl Kennedy
Phone. 352-336-6366
Email. cakinfla@yahoo.com
Lisa Adel
Phone. 352-332-8887
Email. ladel52612@aol.com
As representatives of our community, this group provides the hospitality for the family and friends after the funeral Mass or memorial service. Teams consist of parishioners of all ages – including teens. They assist in providing food items, purchasing food as needed, set up, serve and clean up afterwards. This ministry of care offers comfort during a time in need.
Jeanne Schinn
Phone. 352-377-7423
Email. schinnjohn@aol.com
Judy Herrin
Phone. 352-262-9874
Email. xjudyher@aol.com
Grief is a natural and necessary journey that follows the death of someone we love. As such, it deserves our attention and our respect, as well as the support of others if we are to heal. This ministry consists of six to eight weekly two-hour sessions that are organized around the six needs that all mourners must have met in order to heal. Sessions are scheduled as needed throughout the year.
Jeanne Schinn
Phone. 352-377-7423
Email. schinnjohn@aol.com
Judy Herrin
Phone. 352-262-9874
Email. xjudyher@aol.com
This ministry is a bereavement ministry that meets on the first Sunday evening of each month. The two hour session begins with a meal. Participants use the Seasons of Hope series to discuss topics that promote healing and ongoing group support.
Deacon Bo Turner
Phone. 352-332-6279, Ex. 54
Email. boturner78@aol.com
A ministry team focused on protecting and affirming life from the womb to natural death. This group meets on the first Friday of every month at 7:00pm. Celebrating life is encompassed in many ways, some of which include, alternatives to abortion, adoption, single parent support, child and spousal abuse, eldercare, hospice, disabilities, terminally ill, etc. More support is needed for this life-giving ministry.
Ed Hoeft (QOP Representative)
Phone. 352-376-2911
Email. edhoeft@bellsouth.net
Linda Gardner(Catholic Charities)
Phone. 352-372-0294, Ex. 49
Stewards can serve people with varying needs in a multitude of ways. As a community we collect bags of non-perishable food items and supplies on the first Sunday of every month for transportation to the local Catholic Charities Bureau. Help is needed to prepare and pass out the bags after Masses, collect the bags and distribute them to Catholic Charities. There are also other service opportunities available through the Catholic Charities office including, but not limited to, working in the food pantry, visiting with the elderly, making reassurance calls, computer input and various other tasks.
Samantha Holden (St. Francis House)
Phone. 352-378-9079
Provides temporary shelter and meals for the homeless at their location on south Main St. Volunteers are needed to assist with food preparation, distribution and in other areas as needed.
Rose Kimlinger
Phone. 352-332-3577
Email. rmkimlinger@cox.net
A network of varying religious denominations that house and feed homeless families on a rotating basis. IHN provides social services to assist the family in reestablishing their housing, employment and schooling for the children. QOP partners with the First Presbyterian Church. Stewards may help by providing dinner, transportation or as an overnight host at their facility. Time commitment is approximately twice per year.
Ruthie Moss
Phone. 386-462-2425 (General Information)
Toni Lawson
Phone.352-495-2309 (Tuesday - Holy Hatters)
Kathy Kay
Phone. 352-367-4418 (Wednesday - Halo Hatters)
Are you a lady over 50 and interested in making new friends and having fun? Consider joining one of the Red Hat Groups! The Holy Hatters meet on the second Tuesday evening of the month and the Halo Hatters meet the second Wednesday of the month for lunch. Come join the fun!
Ruthie Moss
Phone. 386-462-2425
Email. rrmoss@alltel.net
The Queen of Peace Card Group is growing to become the QOP Game Group. If you are interested in playing cards, board games, dominoes or other games and have a nice afternoon with friends, please join us in the Welcoming Area at Church. The Game Group meets the last Wednesday of each month at 12:30pm until we are ready to stop and go home. Please come join us and have some fun!
Mary Amrein
Phone. 352-332-2138
An Inter-denominational Seniors fellowship group for anyone age 50 and better to cultivate friendly relationships, obtain information on community resources for Seniors, encourage participation in Church and Community programs, enjoy entertainment and assist with food donations for the needy through Catholic Charities Food Bank. Meetings are held September through May on the third Friday of each month at Holy Faith Parish beginning at 10:30am with lunch at noon.
