CHURCH APOSTOLATES
There are many ministries at Our Lady Star of the Sea which make it such a thriving parish for living out the call to holiness. The ministries and apostolates at Star of the Sea are a wonderful way for Catholics to get involved in work and opportunities to grow in faith at our parish. Find out more about these ministries below and how you can get involved.
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Altar Society
The Altar Society’s special work is the care of the sanctuary. The society supplies funds for the altar bread, wine, candles, linens and flowers. They support Seminarians on their way to Priesthood. They meet in the Parish Center the first Thursday of the month from September to June.
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If you would like to help with the Altar Society, please contact Joey Wheeldon at joeywheeldon@outlook.com
American Heritage Girls
American Heritage Girls (AHG) is a faith-based character development for all girls 5-18 years of age. AHG is dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country. With emphasis on Christian values and family involvement, girls participate in badge programs, service projects, leadership opportunities and outdoor experiences.
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To join our Troop at the parish or to find out more about AHG, email ahg0716@gmail.com or visit our page.
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Banner Committee
The beautiful banners hanging in the Church for the Liturgical seasons are designed and sewn by the Banner Committee. If you are a good seamstress and would like to join this creative group, contact Kim Eckert, kp.eckert@icloud.com.
Helping homeless men rebuild their lives
If you can help in any way, please contact:
Janae Longoria
250 S. Cambrian Ave, Bremerton, WA 98312
Office:(360)377-6136
Benedict House
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Confraternity of Christian Mothers
Under the special patronage of Mary, the Mother of Sorrows, Christian Mothers are encouraged joyously to undertake the important task of training and sanctifying the young souls entrusted to their care. Christian Mothers learn to unite their own hearts to Christ so that they can help to draw their families closer to the Lord. In that way they become the leaven which makes their own parish and community more alive with the presence of the risen Lord.
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The Archconfraternity of Christian Mothers leads campaigns that promote real solutions to some of the biggest challenges faced by society. We challenge the notion that the way things are is the way things should always be, and are proud to be a force for positive transformation.
CONFRATERNITY OF CHRISTIAN MOTHERS AT OLSOS
Meet up on second Saturday of the Month from 10:00 AM-Noon in Parish Center Rooms 1 & 2
Open to ALL women in the parish!
For Questions, contact Joanna Cichy: StarChristianMothers@gmail.com
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Discalced Carmelite Seculars
The Discalced Carmelite Seculars, together with the Friars and Nuns, are sons and daughters of the Order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St. Teresa of Jesus. We are called to live our vocation in allegiance to Jesus Christ through friendship with the One we know loves us and in service to the Church. We seek to be diligent in meditating on the law of the Lord, give time to spiritual reading, participate in the Church’s Liturgy, both the Eucharist and the Liturgy of the Hours, and seek interior silence and solitude in our life of prayer, which is the heart of a Carmelite vocation.
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Under the protection of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and inspired by St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, and St. Thérèse of Lisieux, we make a commitment to the Discalced Carmelite Order to seek God for the Church and the world.
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The Stella Maris OCDS Group meets at Our Lady Star of the Sea on the 3rd Sunday of the month.
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For more information please email us at kitsapocds@gmail.com or contact Meg Collier in the parish office.
Dominican Third Order
The Dominican Third Order, also called the Order of Penance, make a lifetime profession to live their lives according to the rule of the Dominican Order, emphasizing prayer, study, community and preaching. We aim to achieve holiness and eventually heaven through the practice of these four pillars. If you are interested in inquiring more about this Order, please reach out to Kim Bennett, Formation Director, at OP3_Formation.Dir@bcatholic.com.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHCs)
Are you looking for a way to serve our growing parish community? We have many people who are unable to attend mass due to illness, injury or infirmity of age. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHCs) for the Homebound visit nursing and rehabilitation centers, as well as private homes to bring the Blessed Sacrament, share the gospel and bring hope and friendship. This is a vital ministry. Providing comfort to our homebound community is an important corporal work of mercy. This ministry is an important one that calls for sensitivity, care, and compassion in reaching out to our brothers and sisters in the Body of Christ. Training is provided for those who serve as an EMHC for the homebound.
Prospective Eucharistic Minister candidates must be baptized, confirmed, and practicing Catholics, at least sixteen years of age in good standing in the Church. If married, they should be in a valid marriage celebrated in the Church.
You can touch the lives of our fellow parishioners and make a tremendous difference. Please prayerfully consider this ministry. If you would like to learn more, please contact our Outreach director, Roseanne Murphy, through email: roseanne@bcatholic.com or via phone @ 360-370-3460.
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Funeral Reception
Ministering to those suffering the loss of a loved one represents a unique opportunity to “comfort the suffering.” The reception committee serves in a concrete, practical and loving way to make this difficult time a little easier to bear. Volunteers are always needed to assist in this ministry.
To help with Funeral Reception, please contact JoNell Turner at adakgirl@gmail.com
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Homeschoolers Group - Catholic Schoolhouse
The Catholic Schoolhouse Homeschooler’s Group offers support for our homeschooling parents and occasionally meet up for events/activities.
For details and more information please contact, Crystal Ley at leyrun@comcast.net
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Knights of Columbus - Council 1379
The Knights of Columbus is an association of Catholic men faithful to the Church and dedicated to the four cardinal principals of charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism. The Knights Council 1379 is very active in our parish, and they sponsor a monthly Sunday parish breakfast and is very active in the Parish. The Knights of Columbus Hall is located at 2515 Burwell at Montgomery. They meet every 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month.
If you are interested in learning more, contact Alby Macias at (360)731-4213
Or visit the Bremerton Knights of Columbus website.
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Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary is a world-wide organization of Catholic men and women who offer their services to the pastor to aid him in performing spiritual works in the Parish. The primary purpose of Legion membership has always been the personal growth in holiness of its members, both active and auxiliary. This is sought by placing themselves under the banner of Mary and the influence of the Holy Spirit through prayer, the sacraments and service. The apostolic work of the Legion is to visit and provide spiritual fellowship and encouragement to those who are sick, the homebound, the fallen-away, and those who have other needs as referred by the Parish.
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Auxiliary members are not required to attend the weekly meeting, but are asked to pray the Tessera, as well as the daily rosary. Regular meetings of active members are held every Monday at 9 a.m. in Holy Trinity’s Voltin Hall.
Find out more about the Legion of Mary by emailing LegionofMary@bcatholic.com
Lumen Veritatis Prayer Guild
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”
Members commit themselves to intercessory prayer for Our Lady Star of the Sea School and Aquinas Classical Academy and Homeschooling families educating their children at home.
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Martha Ministry
Martha Ministry is a group of parishioners who provide homemade meals to support those experiencing a temporary difficulty, such as recovering from surgery, an illness, a sudden emergency or a death or new birth in the family. We deliver fresh and/or frozen meals for as long as needed.
Please contact Shannon Santos at 360-791-3978 or email olsosmarthaministry@gmail.com if you would like to join this special ministry or if you ever have needs that we could help with.
Mother’s Group is a mom’s support group open to ALL Mothers, whether you are expecting or have adult children. We all have something to share about our journey in motherhood and raising our families in the deep tradition of the Catholic faith. We are called to support each other in our struggles and celebrate in our joys as we care for our families.
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Mother’s Group meets Fridays, 10am-12pm in the parish center/various locations.
Mother's Group
Mary's Place
Every Monday night, 5:00-6:00pm at Our Lady Star of the Sea, 500 Veneta Ave, 98337 (Church Basement – Camerman Hall)
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Mary's Place serves a warm meal to those experiencing hardship in our community.
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To volunteer, contact StarMPrecruiter@proton.me
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Parent's Club
Parent’s Club consists of the parents whose children attend Our Lady Star of the Sea School. Parent’s Club provide family activities throughout the year and help organize special fundraising events such as collecting supplies for Thanksgiving Baskets for those in need.
For more info or questions, contact the School Office at 360-373-5162.
PREPARES is a pro-life ministry that helps to care for pregnant moms and support families with small children 0-5yrs old. We operate under two tiers:
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Providing mentorship as family companions for those seeking support to help navigate the emotional challenges of raising a family by offering friendship and support to new or struggling parents in need.
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Offering basic needs for a child from 0-5yrs, helping families who may have some financial challenges to cover the basic costs of needful items such as diapers and wipes, clothing, hygiene type products, blankets, etc. These items we get are donated by our parishioners and are gently used or new items.
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The basic needs tier is provided via Mary’s Little Tots Shop which is open every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 10:00am-12:00pm(noon). We are closed during holidays, snow events, and on rare occasions, we may be closed if there is a funeral. Parishioner donations occur in the vestibule area every First week of the month.
PREPARES
If you are interested in volunteering or seeing how you can get involved with this ministry, please contact Christine Daniel: tcdaniel@protonmail.com
Parish Nurse Ministry
Hospital, homebound, discharge, or end-of-life support for registered parishioners of Bremerton Catholic
Nan Lorber: 360-990-1861, parishnurse@starofthesea.net
Maddie Castille: in-home lactation and postpartum care: Madison.j.castile@gmail.com
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Respect Life
The mission of Respect Life is to pray and educate, to increase awareness, in order to nurture a culture of life.
Activities of the Committee are:
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Promoting participation in the…
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Activities at the State Capitol in Olympia mostly in January when the Legislative Assembly is in session.
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Kitsap County 40 Days for Life
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October Life Chain
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Invites Pro-Life speakers and events
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Organizing the Parish and Respect Life booth at the Kitsap County Fair
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Monthly Meeting: Respect Life meets the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 AM in the Parish Center Room #1, beginning with the rosary. Everyone is welcome to our meetings.
Our Lady of Fatima made several requests which include Reconciliation, attending Mass and praying the Rosary for “Conversion of Life.” Our Rosary Makers help fulfill this request by making and supplying rosaries for those that need them. No experience is necessary and supplies are furnished. Come help make the rosaries for the missions and others that request them.
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Our Lady’s Rosary Makers meet Wednesdays at 9:00 AM in Center Room 1.
Rosary Makers
To volunteer, please contact Imelda Beery at imbeery@hotmail.com
Contact Merton Garrison at mert523@yahoo.com or the Parish Office to learn more.
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Sacred Story Community
The Sacred Story Community at Our Lady Star of the Sea forms missionary disciples through the Ignatian Method. Our holistic formation to participate in the New Evangelization of the Church begins through engaging the Forty Weeks spiritual program together with others in a small community under the patronage of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Immaculate Heart of Mary.
You can find more information, videos, and graphics to incorporate into the website here: https://sacredstory.net/ssc/
Contact Gabriel L.M. Crawford; SacredStoryCommunityOLSOS@gmail.com
San Lorenzo Guild
The roots of the guild began in 1994 when a group of Filipino families gathered for First Saturday Reparation. A year after this gathering it evolved into a weekly prayer meeting. Simultaneously a devotion to the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy also began. As the group grew together in faith they realized that they could make additional contributions to Our Lady Star of the Sea parish beyond their prayers and devotions.
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In 1998, the guild was formally incorporated to the parish with Our Lady as primary patroness and San Lorenzo as the second patron. The guild’s vision is to plant the seeds of devotion to San Lorenzo Ruiz de Manila throughout the world. Its mission is to build a legacy of faith and service to the parish, the Archdiocese and the universal church; to assist our pastor in fulfilling his vision and mission for the parish; and to share the rich Filipino cultural and spiritual heritage with the whole community of faith.
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San Lorenzo Guild meets on the second Saturday of the month at 10:00 AM in Parish Center Room 2.
For information, contact Pablo Lozano at 360.710.0912
Secular Franciscans
The Franciscans are a community of men and women who seek to pattern their lives after Christ in the spirit of St. Francis. They meet the second Sunday of each month in the Parish Center.
Senior Social Group
Senior parishioners (aged 55+) meet monthly on the third Tuesday in the Holy Trinity Parish social hall from 12:00 - 2 p.m. They bring a dish to share and enjoy visiting with other members of the parish. This group was created to offer a space to develop friendships and gain support while engaging in meaningful activities. We have guest speakers to discuss important topics such as safety in the home, ways to stay active and healthy, finances, avoiding scams, and much more. On other occasions, we have games and field trips to various sites of interest. The Senior Social Group is responsible for the Christmas in July and Christmas in December outreaches for local nursing home residents.
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At each social, we have a special newsletter (Holy Star Chronicles) available with information pertinent to seniors. The most recent newsletter may be found here. Newcomers to this ministry are always welcome. This is a terrific way to enjoy food, fun and friendship. Watch the bulletin, newsletter, and website for upcoming events!
For details, please contact Roseanne Murphy at roseanne@bcatholic.com or her office phone: 360-370-3460.
Sewing and Craft group
Do you like to sew or do crafts? Are you tired of working on your crafts alone? Join us for the Sewing and Crafts group to meet new people who share similar interests.
Mark your calendars for the first Tuesday of every month and join us in the social hall at Holy Trinity from 10 a.m. To 3 pm.
Feel free to bring your own project, whether that be sewing, knitting, crochet, or anything creative. We also have sewing projects available if you are feeling inspired. These projects are given to Seniors in nursing homes for Christmas.
Even if you're not creative, you can still stop by and chat. Everyone is welcome, so stop in! Bring a friend! Watch the bulletin for additional details.
She Shall be Called Woman
She Shall Be Called Woman (SHE) is a program that engages the deepest longings of the feminine heart. It’s a place for women who want to be truly known and loved on their journey with the Lord. Each session will consist of fellowship with light refreshments, a video presentation, and small group discussion.
Meets every Thursday at 7:00pm in the JP2 Youth Center.
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministry has been an active ministry in our parish since 1991. We are fellow parishioners with gifts for listening and care giving who have been selected to serve our members who have experienced a loss in their lives from illness, death or other causes. We have received fifty hours of training in skills such as active listening, dealing with feelings and respect for others. All our contacts are confidential.
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Follow this link to watch these videos of individuals sharing what it meant for them to receive care from a Stephen Minister.
For more information, please contact: Pat Weygandt at 503.706.7432 or the Parish Office
St. Joseph Men’s Group
Join St. Joseph’s Men’s Group for an opportunity to grow in faith alongside other men in a spirit of brotherhood and encouragement. We seek to become men after the example of St. Joseph by prayerfully reflecting on the Scriptures.
Contact Matthew Pesley at saintjosephmen.olsos@gmail.com
Meetings are held on Thursdays at 7:15 PM in Center Room 5 at Star of the Sea.
Sunday Gospel Reflection
Using The Better Part by Fr. John Bartunek as our guide, we reflect on the Gospel reading for the upcoming Sunday. Each week, the book offers four meditations on the Gospel passage, presenting Christ as Lord, Teacher, Friend, and Savior at work in our daily lives.
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Our gatherings include time for personal reflection and group discussion using questions provided in the book, helping participants to be nourished by the Word of God and to better receive it during the Sunday liturgy.
This group is open to anyone 16 years of age or older.
For more info contact Erik Garvey at megarvey@hotmail.com or 360.908.4564.
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Meets every Thursday from 6:00 – 7:15 PM in Center Room 5 at Star of the Sea Campus.
Sunday Hospitality
Complimentary breakfast with coffee after the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM Masses on Sundays. Each Sunday’s hospitality is hosted by one of our various ministries.
If you would like to volunteer your ministry or for more information, contact Mark Powell at mark@bcatholic.com
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That Man is You!
That Man is You! is an interactive, multimedia men’s program focused upon the development of authentic male leadership. Meetings include a meal, a world class DVD presentation, and discussions for men seeking guidance, explanation, and, harmony in living life the way our Creator intended.
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Our Lady Star of the Sea Church: Men meet in Camerman Hall bright and early at 6:00am every Thursday – Eggs and Bacon Breakfast
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Holy Trinity Church: Men meet in the Social Hall in the evening at 6:00pm every Thursday – Light Dinner
For questions, please contact:
Rene LaMarche: TMIY@starofthesea.net
Walt Bogaardt: TMIY@holyt.org
Or visit the official TMIY site.
Trail Life USA is a Christian adventure, character and leadership program for young men. The K-12 program centers on outdoor experiences that build a young man’s skills and allow him to grow on a personal level as a role model and leader for his peers.
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Trail Life meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month in Center Rooms 1 & 2 and has one weekend activity per month.
Trail Life USA
To Learn more, visit our page here or visit the official website.
For questions, contact Jason Hartsell: 360.874.7440 or Mike Cichy: 782.4081
Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Join us for Bible study as we journey through Scripture together. Our current study, Exile and Return, explores the story of God's people during and after the Babylonian Exile through the books of Tobit and other biblical writings. New participants are welcome at any time.
We meet at 8:30 AM on Tuesdays in Center Rooms 1 and 2 at Star of the Sea Campus.
Contact Lucy Clemen for more information clemenlucy@gmail.com
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Vianney Cenacle
Monthly prayer gathering in support of priests and vocations. First Thursday of every month from 7:00 – 8:00pm in the Church. Come pray for our priests and for vocations to the religious life!
Contact: Helen Smith at navynursemidwife@mac.com or 434-4311
Vocations Ministry
The overall mission of any Catholic parish is to help its members fulfill their primary vocation: to grow in holiness. Within this broad context, a Vocations Ministry has a narrower task: to help parishioners (especially youth) discern God’s will for their specific vocation. Bremerton Catholic’s Vocation Ministry team provides support for young men interested in seminary; young women interested in religious life, and young married couples just getting started with their life-vocation. Vocations Ministry is a deliberate parish-wide effort to help young people consider God’s call for their lives. Join this dynamic ministry. For more information contact the parish office or Tom Danaher at: vocations@bcatholic.com
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Welcome Ministry
The Welcome Ministry wants you to feel welcome at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church from the moment you arrive in the parish. Greeters working in pairs arrive approximately ten minutes prior to Mass and station themselves on either side of the vestibule to greet and welcome worshippers coming to Mass.
Have you lost a loved one? You are not alone. Widow and Widowers minister to each other through prayer, sharing and listening. Meetings are held monthly in the parish center.
Widow & Widowers Grief Support
Call the Parish Office for information.
Contact Kristine Cowan at kcowan@pcfcu.org if you would like to get involved.
Widows Adventure Group
Sometimes with the loss of our spouse, we are challenged to get out and enjoy the fresh air. The Widows Adventure Group has formed to increase social outings in the form of adventure dates to explore the local area within a 90-minute travel range. Adventure dates are every three to four weeks. No meetings, no formality, just women who share a common loss seeking inspiration through new experiences together. For more information, to sign up, or make suggestions, contact widowsadventure@bcatholic.com
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Young Adults
Our parish young adults group is for all married or single adults in the age group of 18-35. We offer a program of social events and spiritual growth opportunities.
Young Ladies Institute
The Young Ladies Institute, was formed by young mothers who wanted to help a young woman who had contracted tuberculosis in 1887. Mary Richardson, Emily Coogan and Annie Sweeney’s friend had no family, was quickly becoming bedridden, and unable to work. And so, this ‘society of Catholic young women for beneficial [aid, meals, clothing] and social [visiting, cleaning] purposes’ started in San Francisco.
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News of good works being accomplished by the Young Ladies’ Institute spread to Kitsap County. Many young women saw a great need to serve the greater community of Kitsap County as World War I had come to an end. In 1919, under the guidance of Monsignor Camerman, they formed a new institute which continues today, Camerman #86. In memory of the Monsignor, every year a donation is made to Our Lady Star of the Sea School. Our Catholic YLI sisterhood nurtures our personal stories and strengthens our parish lives.
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YLI Camerman financially and spiritually supports the education of seminarians, an important stage of priest formation, in our archdiocese. We ‘adopt’ a seminarian by writing letters, sending gifts, inviting him to special events and lots of prayers. We also support Prepares, St. Vincent de Paul Society [feed the hungry], Sacred Heart Radio, Our Lady Star of the Sea School, Holy Trinity’s capital campaign, and other charitable activities. Our prayers range from our priests to parishes, our pioneers to our young families, our deceased to those our Lord is sending to us in the womb. We love our sisterhood.
To find out more, please contact Barbara Schutt or Cindy Large
Other Ministries
Ministry | Contact | Email |
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Wednesday Adult Faith Formation | Fr. Lappe | info@bcatholic.com |
Ushers | Dcn. Patrick | patrick@bcatholic.com |
Youth Confirmation | Jenny Hill | jenny@bcatholic.com |
OCIA | Simon Falk | discoveringcatholicism@bcatholic.com |
Mary's Place | Deacon Hamlin | bill@bcatholic.com |
Discipleship Groups | Jenny Hill | jenny@bcatholic.com |
Fraternus | Jenny Hill | jenny@bcatholic.com |
Fidelis | Jenny Hill | jenny@bcatholic.com |
Faith Works | Jill Carr | jill@bcatholic.com |
Adult Confirmation | Simon Falk | simon@bcatholic.com |
Apostolates and Other Outreach Opportunities
For more information about the following ministries, please check Community Service & Outreach