Schedule: Meets in rooms H & I in the new Pastoral Center on Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. For information call (858)674-6883. A men’s only group meets at noon in rooms H & I on Mondays. For information call (858)484-2777. Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope in order to recover from alcoholism.
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Altar Servers have a geniune and vital role in the liturgical assembly. They assist the priest at the altar during Masses and other special services. Altar Servers bring a fuller understanding of the liturgy and a greater love for God to the parish community. At San Rafael the server should be a fourth grader or older, be Baptized and have received the Sacraments of Holy Eucharist and Penance, attend Mass regularly, and be alert and a team player. The parish Sacristan provides individual training upon request. Call (858)487-4314, ext. 1227. To follow-up on this, we ask that all servers attend a mandatory meeting, usually in September of each year, to refresh them on altar procedures.
Contact: Jackie Phanco
Phone: (858)487-4314

The group provides support for individuals and families who have suffered the loss of a family member or friend. Please contact Deacon Ward for further information.
Contact: Deacon Ward Thompson
Phone: (858)487-4314

The Catholic Scouting Program provides information regarding scouting medals, Parvuli Dei or Ad Altare Dei and community programs.
Contact: Barbara Diebolt
Phone: (858)451-1432

The San Diego Catholic Alumni Club welcomes all single Catholics to join them in social, religious and charitable activities. The Club hosts outings, including dances, hikes, potlucks, concerts, sports events, beach parties, dinners, walks and movies. To receive a newsletter call the 24-hour CAC hotline at (619)491-1224 or visit the CAC website at cacsandiego@yahoo.com.
Contact: Marie Butler
Phone: (858)487-5069

The Catholic Widows and Widowers of North County foster friendships through religious and social activities. Membership requirement: must be a Catholic widow or widower.
Contact: Agnes Kopacz
Phone: (858)592-6734

Meets for a Holy Hour in the church every Wednesday from 7:00-8:00 p.m. (except on Holy Days).
Contact: Maureen Anderson
Phone: (858)673-8886

Schedule: Please watch the weekly bulletin for meeting notices. Co-Workers of Mother Teresa assist the Missionaries of Charity in San Diego and Tijuana through prayer and in their mission to the poor.
Contact: Robert and Rosa Santos
Phone: (858)613-1078

Mission Statement: The mission statement of the San Rafael Ecumenical/Interreligious Ministry is to promote mutual understanding and unity among local faith communities. We intend to carry out this mission by: 1. Offering continuing education opportunities, 2. Sharing prayer experiences, 3. Developing relationships with nearby faith communities, 4. Attending and publicizing ecumenical events, 5. Promoting discussion and study groups.
Contact: Patty Ann Born
Phone: (858)451-0135

Ministers of Holy Communion assist the priests in serving Holy Communion at Mass.
Contact: Lucille Tejcek
Phone: (858)487-4038

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion take Holy Communion to and visit and comfort those who are ill in convalescent homes, bedridden or homebound.
Contact: Mary Ann Russo
Phone: (858)485-1689

Greeters welcome parishioners and visitors as they gather for the celebration of the Mass.
Contact: Noel Antoff
Phone: (858)524-6313

There have been over 2 million children orphaned by AIDS since it was first diagnosed in Uganda, one of the world’s most affected countries. There are very few prospects for children who are dependent upon extended families or the limited number of facilities for orphans. There are virtually no resources for orphans, particularly girls, aged 15 or older. For these children, life offers little more than poverty and exploitation. One exception is the Orphans Welfare Project run by the Catholic Diocese of Mbarara. The Orphans Welfare Project provides safe room, board, clothes and an education for AIDS orphans in their teens, especially the girls. The objective is to provide them with a secondary education enabling them to attend vocational training after high school. The cost per child is less than a dollar a day - $350 (US) per year. The Heart to Heart Uganda Project assists the orphans of Mbarara Diocese by soliciting donations to support the care and education of these children. (P
Contact: Laurie Salts
Phone: (858)592-9944

We provide assistance for homebound residing in our parish community who may need occasional visits, rides to the doctor, store or church.
Contact: Deacon Ward Thompson
Phone: (858)487-4314

Schedule: Valley of the Angels Council #9710 meets 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month (no August meetings) at 7:00 p.m. in rooms D & E of our new Pastoral Center building. The Knights of Columbus is a fraternal organization involved in supporting the parish; promoting family, youth, community and patriotic goals; providing funds for seminarians and the missions.
Contact: Anthony Fowler
Phone: (858)485-9671

Schedule: Meets third Tuesday of each month, September through May, at 9:00 a.m. in room J of the new Pastoral Center Building (larger events are held in the parish hall - please watch the bulletin for event details.) The Ladies’ Guild fosters mature faith through community endeavors; to encourage greater love, understanding and support for all; to support all acts of good will among members of the parish community and to help further the education of our young people. Note: A listing of all their activities is in a separate Guild publication.
Contact: Elaine Martinson
Phone: (858)487-3118

Our Lectors are commissioned to proclaim the Word of the Lord with faith and reverence.
Contact: Deacon Ward Thompson
Phone: (858)487-4314

Schedule: Activities to be announced each month. Meetings are held as announced in the parish bulletin in rooms D & E of the new Pastoral Center building. The Men’s Club promotes fellowship and Christian ideals among members of the parish, their families and friends through charitable, religious, social and educational endeavors for the parish community. Events include a Pancake Breakfast, pictures with Santa and the Annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Contact: Kevin Cole
Phone: (858)485-9206

Schedule: Spanish Mass is offered at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel, the 4th Saturday of the month. Mass is followed by food and fellowship in the church hall. Sometimes we need to change the date of the Mass, so it is good to check with Maria Yam to make sure of the date you are planning to attend. Purpose: To minister to the needs of the Migrant Community. To accompany the migrants in their faith journey while they are in our midst. To allow them to worship in a culturally appropriate manner.
Contact: Maria Yam
Phone: (858)487-0491

The purpose of the Ministry Council is to serve in an advisory capacity to the Pastor and the parish concerning the present and future needs of the parish. All ministries of the parish are represented on the Council through the following ministry groups: Liturgy, Education and Faith Formation, Service Ministries, Hospitality and Social Concerns. Parish staff members also serve on the Council. Council meetings are held in room H of the new Pastoral Center building as announced in the parish bulletin.
Contact: Ken Malubay
Phone: (858)716-2057

Schedule: Meets weekly on Thursdays from 9:30-11:00 a.m. in room #4 (except in August). Baby-sitting is provided for the children in room #3. We meet to support the role of mothers and provide opportunities for spiritual and emotional renewal through fellowship, parenting skills, spiritual insights and celebrations. Moms range in age from 30-55 so come even if the kids are in school.
Contact: Beverly Rossio
Phone: (858)487-3070

TRADITIONAL CHOIR The Choir sings at the Sunday 9:00 a.m. Mass, using traditional and contemporary styles to lead the congregation in prayerful song. Rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9:00 p.m., (September through June), in the Music Room. CONTEMPORARY ENSEMBLES Our Contemporary Ensembles sing at the 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 noon Sunday Masses. They lead the congregation in prayerful and spirited contemporary and folk music. Rehearsals take place on Thursday evenings from 6:45-8:00 p.m. in the Music Room. New singers & instrumentalists are most welcome to join! RESURRECTION CHOIR Members of the parish who donate their time to sing for funerals and memorial services when requested by families. Rehearsals are held one hour prior to each service. All are welcome to join.
Contact: Therese Bulat
Phone: (858)487-4314

Schedule: Meets the third Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in room C of teh new Pastoral Center building. Our Pro-Life Ministry is dedicated to the saving of lives of the unborn who may be killed by abortion or the aged who may be killed by euthanasia. Pro-Life works to preserve life in all its forms, the unborn, as well as the aged.
Contact: Margot Kyd
Phone: (858)485-9818

Retrouvaille Weekends are a “lifeline” for troubled marriages. It is for couples who realize that the pain and problems in their relationship will not ease unless they are willing to work at rediscovering each other in a new and positive way. All inquiries are kept confidential.
Contact: Win & Kathy Deen
Phone: (619)443-0703

Schedule: Second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. Mass at Lake San Marcos Country Club followed by meeting. Fourth Tuesday of each month at 12:00 noon, luncheon meeting at Lake San Marcos Country Club. The Serra Club fosters and supports vocations to the religious life: priesthood, diaconate, sisterhood, and brotherhood. Also, the aim of the group is to further Catholicism by encouraging its members, men and women, through Christian education, to fulfill their own vocations to service for the Church. Serra International has clubs in 36 countries. It is named after Blessed Junipero Serra, Spanish Franciscan founder of nine California missions.
Contact: Dave Keeney
Phone: (858)487-6674

Schedule: Third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in room G of the new Pastoral Center building. St. Vincent de Paul Society assists the poor & homeless within the parish & provides support to a number of needy and worthwhile organizations. We conduct an ongoing clothing drive that is given monthly to inner-city parishes.
Contact: Bill McCarthy
Phone: (858)674-4945

Ushers assist our parish community in welcoming parishioners at the weekly Eucharistic celebration, providing bulletins and hospitality.
Contact: Jerry Antoff
Phone: (858)524-6313

Schedule: Please watch the weekly bulletin for scheduled events. We welcome all newly registered parishioners and help them come to know fellow parishioners, the staff and become involved in their new parish.
Contact: Lea Gomez
Phone: (858)487-2834

Schedule: Meets second Monday of each month, September through May, at 7:00 p.m. in room F of the new Pastoral Center building. Larger events are held in the parish center (please see the parish bulletin for event details). The Women’s Fellowship is comprised of Christian women united in fellowship to: 1. Encourage greater love, understanding and support for all members. 2. Provide members with faith-sharing and social activities. 3. Assist the parish ministries with special projects and financial needs.
Contact: Bunny Galasso
Phone: (858)485-5339

Do you enjoy knitting and/or crocheting? Come join the newly formed San Rafael Knitting/Crocheting Ministry. Our purpose is to knit and crochet stoles, shawls, scarves, and lap robes that will be distributed to residents of local nursing homes at designated times of the year. Meets every Friday afternoon from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in the Church Meeting Room. We also meet the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in the Church Meeting Room.
Contact: Vicki Haney
Phone: (858)487-2149

THE YOUNG ADULTS GROUP is a great way to meet new people and strengthen your faith. We are a group comprised of 18-39 year olds – male, female, single, married. If you would like more information please contact the Young Adults coordinator, Laura, at sryoungadults@gmail.com.
Contact: Laura Spehar
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