Ways to Connect and Serve By Age
Choirs
Saint Dennis has choirs for all ages. Adult Choirs lead the assembly in music at the weekend Liturgies. Contemporary choirs sing at the Saturday 4 pm and Sunday 9 am Mass every other week. The Praise Choir performs traditional four-part music, usually at the Sunday 10:45 am Mass. The Family Choir allows parents with children to raise their voices together in leading song the fourth Sunday at 9 am Mass during the school year. Practices are at 8 am in the Music room before the scheduled Mass.
Contact: Andrew Kem at (608) 216-9380
Community Action Commission
The Community Action Commission — composed of SHARE and Community Outreach ministries — establishes hospitality, fellowship and goodwill in serving the needs of both our parishioners and community, and provides opportunities for parish members to serve by meeting the needs of the infirm, aged, disadvantaged or underprivileged of the parish and the community at large.
Contact: Kathy Saunders at (608) 222-9558 or the Parish Office at (608) 246-5124
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion (Eucharistic Ministers) distribute the Body of Christ to the assembly at weekend Masses. Ministers are trained and assigned to a team designated for each Mass.
Contact: Jeanne Schommer or 608-839-5223
Faith Sharing Groups
Saint Dennis has over 30 thriving faith-sharing groups that meet periodically, using videos on religious topics and other materials to guide their discussion. Some groups have been meeting since 1998, but all groups are open to new members. Groups meet at night and on weekdays to accommodate various schedules. Previous topics have included: Vatican II, the miracles and parables of Jesus, the Eucharist and Mary. Join a faith-sharing group today!
Contact: Melanie Pfeil at (608) 246-5124
Fellowship Saturday/Sunday Ministry
Members of different organizations volunteer to serve donuts and beverages in Fellowship Hall after the weekend Masses.
Contact: Sue Besler at (608) 246-5135
Food/Meal Ministry
Meals are coordinated and provided to parishioners following a recent hospitalization, during extensive medical treatment or in another emergency.
Contact: Tricia Mitmoen at (608) 221-3647 or Vern Maiers at (608) 222-4079
Friday Scripture Group with Fr. Randy
Join Father Randy and many others on Friday mornings from 9:15-10:30 in the upper parish center. Each week we look at the upcoming Sunday readings and strive to grow in our awareness of the living call of the Holy Spirit on our lives today. It is a great opportunity to strengthen the interior life of faith, meet others and learn a little about the scriptures. You might wish to bring a Bible and a friend. “When faith is shared, faith is strengthened.”
Contact: Terry Ludkey at (608) 230-5584
Funeral Acolytes
Funeral Acolytes are adults who assist the presiding priest during funerals.
Contact: Carol Jacques at (608) 246-5124
Choirs
Saint Dennis has choirs for all ages. Adult Choirs lead the assembly in music at the weekend Liturgies. Contemporary choirs sing at the Saturday 4 pm and Sunday 9 am Mass every other week. The Praise Choir performs traditional four-part music, usually at the Sunday 10:45 am Mass. The Family Choir allows parents with children to raise their voices together in leading song the fourth Sunday at 9 am Mass during the school year. Practices are at 8 am in the Music room before the scheduled Mass.
Contact: Andrew Kem at (608) 216-9380
Community Action Commission
The Community Action Commission — composed of SHARE and Community Outreach ministries — establishes hospitality, fellowship and goodwill in serving the needs of both our parishioners and community, and provides opportunities for parish members to serve by meeting the needs of the infirm, aged, disadvantaged or underprivileged of the parish and the community at large.
Contact: Kathy Saunders at (608) 222-9558 or the Parish Office at (608) 246-5124
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion (Eucharistic Ministers) distribute the Body of Christ to the assembly at weekend Masses. Ministers are trained and assigned to a team designated for each Mass.
Contact: Jeanne Schommer or 608-839-5223
Faith Sharing Groups
Saint Dennis has over 30 thriving faith-sharing groups that meet periodically, using videos on religious topics and other materials to guide their discussion. Some groups have been meeting since 1998, but all groups are open to new members. Groups meet at night and on weekdays to accommodate various schedules. Previous topics have included: Vatican II, the miracles and parables of Jesus, the Eucharist and Mary. Join a faith-sharing group today!
Contact: Melanie Pfeil at (608) 246-5124
Fellowship Saturday/Sunday Ministry
Members of different organizations volunteer to serve donuts and beverages in Fellowship Hall after the weekend Masses.
Contact: Sue Besler at (608) 246-5135
Food/Meal Ministry
Meals are coordinated and provided to parishioners following a recent hospitalization, during extensive medical treatment or in another emergency.
Contact: Tricia Mitmoen at (608) 221-3647 or Vern Maiers at (608) 222-4079
Friday Scripture Group with Fr. Randy
Join Father Randy and many others on Friday mornings from 9:15-10:30 in the upper parish center. Each week we look at the upcoming Sunday readings and strive to grow in our awareness of the living call of the Holy Spirit on our lives today. It is a great opportunity to strengthen the interior life of faith, meet others and learn a little about the scriptures. You might wish to bring a Bible and a friend. “When faith is shared, faith is strengthened.”
Contact: Terry Ludkey at (608) 230-5584
Funeral Acolytes
Funeral Acolytes are adults who assist the presiding priest during funerals.
Contact: Carol Jacques at (608) 246-5124
Leaders of Prayer
Leaders of Prayer read the Prayers of the Faithful at weekend Masses.
Contact: Terry Ludkey at (608) 230-5584
Lectors
Lectors have the privilege of reading God’s Word publicly in the assembly at weekend Masses. Readers proclaim the first or second readings, or both. A workbook with the readings and reflections and other guidance is provided to each lector.
Contact: Deb Tahany at (608) 244-3727
RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is a process for adults who are seeking to be baptized and join the Catholic Church. It is also for baptized adults who are interested in completing their full membership into the Catholic Church through the reception of Holy Eucharist and/or Confirmation. This process helps adults grow in their relationship with God, become familiar with Catholic teachings and practices, and experience community of faith through friendships and service.
Contact: DeWayne Kennedy-Parker at (608) 241-8732
Sacristans
Sacristans set out the vessels, ensure lay ministers are present and make other preparations for the weekend Masses. They also clean and put away vessels after Mass. This ministry allows the priests to be available to people prior to and following the Liturgy. The ministry can be performed by one person, or a couple. It is an enjoyable family ministry for young couples with children.
Contact: Carol Jacques at (608) 246-5124
St. Dennis Festival 2023
Annual parish event that takes place the last full weekend of July. Many parish volunteers work before, during and after the event to make this largest fundraiser for the parish a community-builder and success.
Contact: Parish Office at (608) 246-5124
St. Dennis Festival 2024
Annual parish event that takes place the last full weekend of July. Many parish volunteers work before, during and after the event to make this largest fundraiser for the parish a community-builder and success.
Contact: Parish Office at (608) 246-5124
Ways to Connect and Serve By Interest
Choirs
Saint Dennis has choirs for all ages. Adult Choirs lead the assembly in music at the weekend Liturgies. Contemporary choirs sing at the Saturday 4 pm and Sunday 9 am Mass every other week. The Praise Choir performs traditional four-part music, usually at the Sunday 10:45 am Mass. The Family Choir allows parents with children to raise their voices together in leading song the fourth Sunday at 9 am Mass during the school year. Practices are at 8 am in the Music room before the scheduled Mass.
Contact: Andrew Kem at (608) 216-9380
Community Action Commission
The Community Action Commission — composed of SHARE and Community Outreach ministries — establishes hospitality, fellowship and goodwill in serving the needs of both our parishioners and community, and provides opportunities for parish members to serve by meeting the needs of the infirm, aged, disadvantaged or underprivileged of the parish and the community at large.
Contact: Kathy Saunders at (608) 222-9558 or the Parish Office at (608) 246-5124
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion (Eucharistic Ministers) distribute the Body of Christ to the assembly at weekend Masses. Ministers are trained and assigned to a team designated for each Mass.
Contact: Jeanne Schommer or 608-839-5223
Faith Sharing Groups
Saint Dennis has over 30 thriving faith-sharing groups that meet periodically, using videos on religious topics and other materials to guide their discussion. Some groups have been meeting since 1998, but all groups are open to new members. Groups meet at night and on weekdays to accommodate various schedules. Previous topics have included: Vatican II, the miracles and parables of Jesus, the Eucharist and Mary. Join a faith-sharing group today!
Contact: Melanie Pfeil at (608) 246-5124
Fellowship Saturday/Sunday Ministry
Members of different organizations volunteer to serve donuts and beverages in Fellowship Hall after the weekend Masses.
Contact: Sue Besler at (608) 246-5135
Food/Meal Ministry
Meals are coordinated and provided to parishioners following a recent hospitalization, during extensive medical treatment or in another emergency.
Contact: Tricia Mitmoen at (608) 221-3647 or Vern Maiers at (608) 222-4079
Friday Scripture Group with Fr. Randy
Join Father Randy and many others on Friday mornings from 9:15-10:30 in the upper parish center. Each week we look at the upcoming Sunday readings and strive to grow in our awareness of the living call of the Holy Spirit on our lives today. It is a great opportunity to strengthen the interior life of faith, meet others and learn a little about the scriptures. You might wish to bring a Bible and a friend. “When faith is shared, faith is strengthened.”
Contact: Terry Ludkey at (608) 230-5584
Funeral Acolytes
Funeral Acolytes are adults who assist the presiding priest during funerals.
Contact: Carol Jacques at (608) 246-5124
Rosary & Social Ministry
Volunteers visit the elderly or lead the rosary to enable the residents of local nursing and rehabilitation facilities to feel a part of the Saint Dennis faith community.
Contact: Jacque Childs at (608) 235-5452
Social Ministry to the Homebound
Visit and bring Communion to homebound parishioners and those in assisted living facilities. Frequency depends on the wants of the person. Simple training is provided for those who wish to perform this service.
Contact: Kathy Regez at (608) 228-6843 or Corrine Crowley at (608) 222-6475
Sunday Communion to the Nursing Homes Ministry
Saint Dennis offers Communion on Sundays to the residents of local nursing and rehabilitation facilities. Parishioners began providing this service in the 1970s.
Contact: Mary Pronschinske at (608) 221-4702
Sunshine Ministry
This greeting card ministry offers support and encouragement to parishioners because of a hospital stay, nursing home stay, long-term illness, birth or adoption, anniversaries or for those in need of encouragement. When submitting a request, please include the parishioner’s name and address as well as the occasion or need.
Contact: Patti Metcalf
Word & Communion Service to Nursing Homes Ministry
Saint Dennis offers Word and Communion (a scriptural prayer service with Communion) to the residents of local nursing and rehabilitation facilities on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 3 pm.
Contact: Carol Jacques at (608) 246-5124
Hospital Visitation Ministry
Volunteers visit and offer support to hospitalized parishioners at Madison hospitals. Spiritual support with prayer and/or Eucharist is a part of the visit. The parish SHARE Ministry is explained and patient needs for the Ministry’s services upon discharge are determined during the visit. Please let us know if you are going to be hospitalized, know a parishioner who is hospitalized or would like to be part of the Hospital Visitation team.
Contact: Jacque Childs at (608) 235-5452
Instrumentalists
Instrumentalists enhance the music of our parish choirs and cantors by providing piano, guitar or percussion accompaniment, as well as other instruments.
Contact: Andrew Kem at (608) 216-9380
Knights of Columbus
An organization for Catholic men ages eighteen and older committed to exemplifying charity, fraternity, patriotism, and the support of religious vocations. A Knights of Columbus council can work wonders; in fact, with its many programs, it can help change the community, town, city or neighborhood in which you live.
Contact: Rick Raulin at (608) 628-0973
Field Agent: Steven Rammer, FIC at (608) 219-7461
Leaders of Prayer
Leaders of Prayer read the Prayers of the Faithful at weekend Masses.
Contact: Terry Ludkey at (608) 230-5584
Lectors
Lectors have the privilege of reading God’s Word publicly in the assembly at weekend Masses. Readers proclaim the first or second readings, or both. A workbook with the readings and reflections and other guidance is provided to each lector.
Contact: Deb Tahany at (608) 244-3727
Ministers of Hospitality/Greeters/Ushers
Ministers of Hospitality/Greeters and Ushers assist at weekend Liturgies and special services to make people feel welcome, find open pew space, take up the collection and provide other assistance as needed.
Contact: Mike Stewart at (608) 225-8388
Minor Home Repair Ministry
A ministry designed to help senior citizens or people on fixed incomes maintain their homes. Repairs may include plumbing, storm doors, electrical work, etc.
Contact: Matt Darga at (608) 222-7539
Mom’s Group
A regular drop-in group where moms can enjoy fellowship and time away from their busy lives. The group meets on Tuesdays during the school year from 9:30 am – 11:00 am in Fellowship Hall. Child care is provided for ages one and up. Younger children stay with mom. All moms are welcome, whether they have young children or their children are in school. Meeting topics have included: faith, parenting skills, sharing recipes, crafts, cooking demonstrations and Mom’s Morning Out. Regular Mom’s Night Out activities are also planned.
Contact: Monica Simpson at (608) 226-0361 or Beth Rodwell at (630) 251-3776
Welcoming New Parishioners – Phone Outreach
Volunteers welcome new parish members with a phone call and support them as they transition into the life of the Saint Dennis community.
Contact: Chris Ascher at (608) 246-8207
Women of Saint Dennis
This group promotes religious, educational and charitable activities for the benefit of women, families, church, school, religious education and community. Stay connected with the Women of St. Dennis on Facebook.
Contact: Anne Otter at (608) 712-0644
Welcoming New Parishioners – Phone Outreach
Volunteers welcome new parish members with a phone call and support them as they transition into the life of the Saint Dennis community.
Contact: Chris Ascher at (608) 246-8207
Women of Saint Dennis
This group promotes religious, educational and charitable activities for the benefit of women, families, church, school, religious education and community. Stay connected with the Women of St. Dennis on Facebook.
Contact: Anne Otter at (608) 712-0644
Minor Home Repair Ministry
A ministry designed to help senior citizens or people on fixed incomes maintain their homes. Repairs may include plumbing, storm doors, electrical work, etc.
Contact: Matt Darga at (608) 222-7539
Saint Vincent de Paul Conference
Members of the Conference assess the needs of families and individuals and provide food, clothing, home furnishings and other assistance. Saint Vincent de Paul also collects clothing and other small items in the spring and fall, picks up donated furniture, collects blankets in January, conducts food drives in March and September, and solicits contributions in November to aid with partial rent and utility assistance and other services of the program.
Contact: Saint Vincent at (608) 561-1853
Social Ministry to the Homebound
Visit and bring Communion to homebound parishioners and those in assisted living facilities. Frequency depends on the wants of the person. Simple training is provided for those who wish to perform this service.
Contact: Kathy Regez at (608) 228-6843 or Corrine Crowley at (608) 222-6475
St. Dennis Festival 2023
Annual parish event that takes place the last full weekend of July. Many parish volunteers work before, during and after the event to make this largest fundraiser for the parish a community-builder and success.
Contact: Parish Office at (608) 246-5124
St. Dennis Festival 2024
Annual parish event that takes place the last full weekend of July. Many parish volunteers work before, during and after the event to make this largest fundraiser for the parish a community-builder and success.
Contact: Parish Office at (608) 246-5124
Stewardship Commission
The Stewardship Commission seeks to foster community and participation in the parish through promoting ministries, communicating parish news and welcoming new parishioners.
Contact: Kathy Markeland at (608) 576-9607
Sunday Communion to the Nursing Homes Ministry
Saint Dennis offers Communion on Sundays to the residents of local nursing and rehabilitation facilities. Parishioners began providing this service in the 1970s.
Contact: Mary Pronschinske at (608) 221-4702
Women of Saint Dennis
This group promotes religious, educational and charitable activities for the benefit of women, families, church, school, religious education and community. Stay connected with the Women of St. Dennis on Facebook.
Contact: Anne Otter at (608) 712-0644
Stewardship Commission
The Stewardship Commission seeks to foster community and participation in the parish through promoting ministries, communicating parish news and welcoming new parishioners.
Contact: Kathy Markeland at (608) 576-9607
Welcoming New Parishioners – Phone Outreach
Volunteers welcome new parish members with a phone call and support them as they transition into the life of the Saint Dennis community.
Contact: Chris Ascher at (608) 246-8207
Women of Saint Dennis
This group promotes religious, educational and charitable activities for the benefit of women, families, church, school, religious education and community. Stay connected with the Women of St. Dennis on Facebook.
Contact: Anne Otter at (608) 712-0644