Parish Ministries

For participants, Emmaus is a transformative, three-day spiritual retreat designed to deepen their relationship with Christ, strengthen their faith, and build a supportive Christian community. It offers a time for reflection, teaching, and fellowship, often leading to a renewed sense of purpose and a commitment to service within their local church and community. The Emmaus experience is a model for spiritual growth, emphasizing the need for reflection, community, and ongoing discipleship. There is a Women and Men Emmaus as well as a Spanish Women and Men Emmaus groups at Resurrection.

Women of Worship (WoW) generally refers to women’s ministries within a church, focusing on supporting and empowering women in their faith journey and as active members of the church and community. These ministries may vary slightly in their specific activities and emphasis but generally share common goals.

Adult Bible Study refers to a structured method of examining and interpreting the Bible, typically involving a group of adults engaging with scripture together for the purpose of learning, spiritual growth, and application to their lives. It can be a formal class setting, a small group discussion, or even an individual practice.

Spiritual Direction is a relationship where one person (a spiritual director) helps another (the directee) to deepen their relationship with God or their spiritual life. It’s a process of mutual listening, reflection, and guidance, where the directee shares their experiences of the divine, and the director helps them discern God’s presence and guidance in their life.

Praise Jesus Prayer Group is a Christian prayer group focused on praising Jesus and engaging in prayer for various needs and concerns. Members share personal needs, community concerns, and broader world events for prayerful intercession. The group provides a platform for members to connect, support each other, and offer encouragement based on their faith.

Reunirse como ministerio para rezar el Santo Rosario, alabar y orar a nuestro Señor con fervor y dedicación, intercediendo por nuestras familias, la conversión de los corazones y las necesidades del mundo. Inspiradas en la vida de Santa Mónica, buscamos cultivar una vida espiritual sólida y fomentar la fe, la esperanza y la perseverancia en la oración, al servicio de Dios y de la comunidad.

Ser un grupo de oración y alabanza guiado por el Espíritu Santo, donde los corazones se renuevan en la presencia de Dios, crecen en intimidad con Él y se fortalecen en la fe. Aspiramos a ser un espacio vivo de encuentro con Cristo, en el que la alabanza, la intercesión y la fraternidad transformen las vidas y enciendan el amor de Dios en nuestras comunidades.

The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic fraternal organization that provides charitable, social, and religious services. The organization emphasizes principles of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism. Membership is exclusively for Catholic men aged 18 and older who are in good standing with the Church.

The mission of the Resurrection Council of Catholic Women is to further the spiritual growth of their members and to stimulate them to greater usefulness in meeting the needs of the parish, their community and the world. They welcome women of all ages. By joining, women will have the opportunity to build friendships with other ladies of the parish. They meet on the third Monday of the month at 6:30 PM.

To pay annual RCCW dues online: click “Give Now,” select “One-time,” under Funds choose “RCCW Dues,” enter the amount due, and in the note box include the name of the person paying.

“Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.” Genesis 2:24

The Covenant Connection is a group that will meet monthly to discuss a topic relevant to marriage and to provide fellowship with other married couples. There is no fee for this group.

Couples for Christ was established in Manila, Philippines in 1981 by a Catholic Charismatic Renewal Community called “Ang Ligaya ng Panginoon” (Filipino for Joy in the Lord), as its outreach to evangelize married couples. Its goal was to renew and strengthen Christian family life and values.

God’s design for marriage begins with His intent for unity and partnership. In Genesis 2:24, we see that man and woman are to “become one flesh,” signifying a deep, spiritual bond. Marriage with God at the center helps couples navigate challenges with grace, forgiveness, and mutual support.

El propósito de este ministerio es acompañar a las parejas en la construcción de una relación más sólida y profunda, basada en una comunicación abierta y sincera. También busca ayudarlas a discernir y profundizar su llamado a convertirse en un verdadero Sacramento, al servicio de la Iglesia y dentro de ella.

Widows Living Life is designed to offer encouragement and support to individuals navigating the complex emotions associated with the death of a spouse. They provide a Christ-centered, faith-sharing environment where participants can find solace in prayer, scripture, and fellowship with others who understand their experiences. They meet for breakfast after the 9 AM Mass and pick a different breakfast location to gather.

We Care is a dedicated group of crocheters and knitters who come together to spread warmth and kindness through handmade gifts. They welcome all, from beginners to experts, to join in this caring group.

TMiY brings men together for futsal every Wednesday, at all skill levels, and for an early-morning study on Fridays (6–7:15 AM) exploring the Catholic vision of love, marriage and fatherhood.

Bereavement is the experience of losing someone important to us. The bereavement team helps a family organize and assists with funeral planning:

Funerals: The bereavement coordinator will help with setting the date and priest for the service. The coordinator will guide families through the process of choosing readings, music, and other elements for the funeral liturgy or service. The team will be there through the funeral service assisting and directing in any way needed.

Pre-Planning: Pre-planning one’s funeral is something that can be very important not only to the person planning but also to the family. Pre-planning with people you trust is a “prayer experience” and a “walk with the Lord.” Pre-planning is a time to really reflect upon who you are, how you would like people to remember you through scripture and song and to capture the spirit of who you are with your God!

“For I was sick and you visited me.”

If you feel that the Holy Spirit is leading you to reach out to the sick or homebound, contact your Pastor or Ministry Coordinator. You will need to fill out a Parish Ministry and Information form which the coordinator will help fill out. Ministers to the Sick will need to attend a seminar directing and informing each minister in how and what to do.

Thanks to dedicated volunteers and community partners, we are pleased to be able to assist our brothers and sisters in our community who struggle with food insecurity. Households may pick up food once every 4 weeks.

Food bags contain cereal, pasta, canned fruit and vegetables, beans, rice, soup, peanut butter and jelly, tuna, and bread. Fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, and/or dairy products are added when available.

Our Food Pantry is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 to 11 AM. The Pantry is at 3855 South Florida Avenue, Lakeland. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul’s core purpose is to grow spiritually by serving those in need, offering person-to-person service in a spirit of charity and justice. This involves both spiritual growth for its members and providing practical assistance to individuals and families facing hardship. The Society aims to alleviate suffering, promote human dignity, and address the root causes of poverty. Through the generosity of donors, conference members and parish support, they will continue their service to those who are suffering in our community.

REgenerations is a non-profit resale shop dedicated to providing quality products at affordable prices with outstanding customer service provided by dedicated volunteers. The proceeds from the business are directed towards outreach initiatives.

Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM. 2078 Shepherd Road in the Publix Shopping Plaza. 863-940-3190. Donations can be made from store open to 3:30 PM. Thank you for your continued generosity!

Items accepted for donation and sold: clothing, shoes, modern technologies, toys, home decor and goods, knick-knacks, art, bedding, furniture, jewelry and accessories, books, DVDs and Blu-rays, vinyl records.

Rooted in Catholic values, our mission is simple: to share the beauty of the Faith and support the work of evangelization through every product we offer. With Christ at the center of all we do, we are committed to serving you with integrity, authenticity, and a deep love for the Church. The parish gift shop has all your needs, from statues, crosses of all sizes, books, Magnificat, Bibles, rosaries, children’s books and pictures. Come in and browse to see all we offer.