Continuing the Ministry of Jesus
When we accept the invitation to follow Jesus, we also accept His ministry. The Second Vatican Council clearly teaches that the laity have ministry in their own right. At Star of the Valley, we attempt to carry out that ministry in many ways. Parishioners serve at the altar, assist the ill, the bereaved and the poor, and they help with parish administration, finances, pastoral planning, and maintenance of facilities. They provide leadership and support for all types of parish activities.
Funeral Planning & Bereavement
Giving
Liturgical
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Star of the Valley Women’s Circle
The Women’s Circle sponsors and coordinates many social and charitable efforts. All women and friends of the parish are invited to join and participate. On March 26, 1982, 36 women gathered after Mass in the bottling room of St. Francis Winery to form an organization that would become known as the Star of the Valley Women’s Club. Their reason was to promote a family…