AED/CPR training is provided on a regular basis, especially for the parish staff, Hospitality Ministers, PSR Teachers, Coaches, Managers and others involved in overseeing large group activities

For more information, contact:

Michele Venable 
Parish Nurse
314.894.1373
[email protected] 

The Mary Mother of the Church Health Ministry Commisison hosts a blood drive 3 times each year in January, May and September.   The blood drive provides an opportunity for parishioners to give the gift of life to others and help the blood collection center with their ongoing need for donors. 

For more information, contact:
Kevin Brady
(636) 697-6007

Michele Venable
(314) 894-1373 x.206 
[email protected]

Please visit ImpactLife (bloodcenter.org)
or call 800-747-5401

This Program utilizes licensed healthcare workers skilled in taking blood pressure readings. Screenings are done before and after Sunday Mass during the second full weekend of the month.

Follow-up phone calls (by a Registered Nurse) for abnormal readings take place the week after the screening.

For more information, contact:

Emergency Preparedness instructions are given to PSR classes in the fall. for handling emergencies due to intrusion, tornado, fire, or earthquake for the parish facilities.
 

For more information, contact:

Mary Scalzo
314.842.3827
[email protected]

Six (6) bags of first-aid supplies are stored on MMOC premises. The bags are cleaned, inventoried and restocked on an annual or as-needed basis. Volunteers needed.

For more information, contact:

John Giljum
314.894.1327
[email protected]

We currently are offering Tai Chi as part of our fitness program.  Check back for new offerings from our fitness instruction partners.  

For more information, contact:

Tai Chi
Michele Venable
(314) 894-1373 x.206 
[email protected]

Flu and pneumonia vaccine clinic is offered in the Fall, by an outside agency. This event is open to the community at large. Volunteers are needed to complete paperwork and direct participants.

For more information, contact:

Michele Venable - Parish Nurse
(314) 894-1373 ext. 206
[email protected]

GriefShare is a special help seminar and support group for people experiencing grief and loss.

Many grieving people find they are only beginning the work of healing when friends or family have returned to their daily life routines. Too often people, including Christians, tend to stuff their grief instead of allowing it to do the God- given work for which it is intended. Don’t allow fear of what others may think to keep you from what could help you. Confidentiality is very much a part of this program.

Your bereavement experience may be recent or not so recent. You will find encouragement, comfort and help in grieving the death of a spouse, child, parent, sibling, other family member, or friend. No matter what the cause of your loved one’s death, this is an opportunity to be around people who understand what you are feeling. You will learn how to recognize the symptoms of being stuck in grief and that you do not need to live in bondage to certain emotions. You will learn valuable information about facing your new normal in life and renewing your hope for the future.

GriefShare will be held : Mondays 6pm  - dates TBD

Location: Mary Mother Annex

Cost: $20.00

To register or for questions, call Michele at 314-894-1373, ext. 206

For more information on the GriefShare website, click here

Periodic programs/presentations related to a wide range of health and wellness issues are made available to parishioners by age group (children, teens, adults); often triggered by a parishioner’s recent affliction with a disease or problem that is not generally understood by those outside the medical/health professions.

For more information, contact:

Michele Venable - Parish Nurse
(314) 894-1373 ext. 206
[email protected]

This program provides ongoing support for parishioners following the death of a loved one through scheduled mailings and an annual Bereavement Memorial Mass and Breakfast.

A Grief Library is also maintained by this ministry.

For more information, contact:

Jane Goeke
314.704.4160
[email protected]

The Parish Nurse is available to visit with any parishioners for private healthcare visits, in their homes, in the PN office, the hospital or nursing home concerning any health issue they may have.

These sessions are strictly confidential. The Parish Nurse will visit with individuals in a group setting on any issue of health or personal welfare.

For more information, contact:

Michele Venable - Parish Nurse
(314) 894-1373 ext. 206
[email protected]

This program is a collaborative effort of several South County Catholic Churches that offers support for Catholics experiencing the changes and transitions of separation/divorce.

For more information, contact:

Rob Telthorst
314.320.0605 
[email protected]

Started in 2008, this program provides transportation for patients needing dialyses treatments, doctor appointments, chemotherapy or radiation therapy treatments and necessary errands..

Training for drivers has been developed. Volunteer drivers are needed. 

Initial contact to use program:

Michele Venable
Parish Nurse
314.894.1373
[email protected] 

Contact Coordinator for subsequent transporation needs:
Mary Kay Spencer
314.845.2679