Parish Groups & Councils

OCIA – Order of Christian Initiation of Adults
- Contact Deacons Kevin Endres, kevin@absolutecatholic.com or Rob Richardson richardsoniargo@gmail.com
Sacrament Preparation – Preparing Children for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, and Confirmation
- Contact Andrea Marx, andrea@christkingchurch.org
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd – Montessori Method Christian Education for Children:
- Atrium located in lower level of CTK
- Contact Arianna Tatasciore, thetatasciores@gmail.com
Let Your Light Shine Bible Study – Women’s Bible Study:
- Contact Mary Apczynski, apczynskimary782@gmail.com
That Man Is You – Men’s Leadership Program:
- Wednesday nights 6:30-8pm
- Contact Ken Kleinrichert, 231-620-2989
Friends of the Bridegroom – Renewal of Consecrated Life and the Priesthood:
- Contact Lilly Bobrowski or Katy Gregosky, fobgaylord@gmail.com
Spiritual Mothers in Lay Evangelization (SMILE):
- Contact Monica Gregosky, monicagregosky@gmail.com
Young Adult Bible Study -Young Adults 18+:
- Monday nights, 6:30pm Lower Level (Curt Depot) at CTK
- Contact Bryce & Madison Goergen, madison.goergen@gmail.com

Knights of Columbus- Men’s Service & Social Fraternity Council 9979:
- Contact Mike Danielczyk, warriorhawk78@gmail.com
Daughters of the Holy Spirit – Women’s Service & Sisterhood
- Contact Brittany Wetlesen, brittanyverner@gmail.com or Ellen McManus, mcmanusev@gmail.com
Funeral Luncheon Committee – Providing Hospitality for Grieving Families
- Contact Mary Apczynski, apczynskimary782@gmail.com
Family Life – Support for Infertility, Miscarriage and Infant loss, and Meal Train Support for Difficult Seasons:
- Contact Ellen McManus, mcmanusev@gmail.com

St. Michael Ministry – Parish Safety & Security:
- Contact Matthew Scott, matthewascott60@gmail.com or Jeff O’Brien, obdadseven@yahoo.com
Hospitality Ministry – Welcoming New Parishioners and Offering Hospitality at Parish Weddings & Funerals:
- Contact Andrea, andrea@christkingchurch.org
Art & Environment Committee – Beautifying the Sanctuary for Liturgical Seasons:
- Contact Pete Piche, peterpiche@att.net
Flower Ministry – Weekly Altar Florals:
- Contact Pete Piche, peterpiche@att.net or Katy Gregosky, katyg1209@gmail.com
Altar Linen Washing – Weekly:
- Contact Carolyn Balog, csbalog@charter.net
Altar Server Garments Washing – Quarterly:
- Contact Ellen McManus, mcmanusev@gmail.com
Videography Team (For Livestream Masses):
- Contact Pete VanBerlo, pvanberlo@charter.net
Landscape Team:
- Contact Paul and Angelis Jackowski, paul@christkingchurch.org

Sacristans:
- Contact Arleen Haas: arleenjmj@gmail.com
Lectors:
- Contact Andrea Marx, andrea@christkingchurch.org
Ushers:
- Contact Steve Perdue, sperdue@grandtraverseindustries.com or Pat Parker, batt9chief@charter.net
Knights of the Altar – Altar Server Team & Training:
- Contact Andrea Marx, andrea@christkingchurch.org
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion:
- Contact Andrea Marx, andrea@christkingchurch.org
Parish Council
- ContactTerry Davis, terrydavis76@gmail.com or Dave Weitzel, dave.m.weitzel@gsk.com
Finance Council:
- Contact Ron Harris, rharris@harrisgroupcpa.com

Safe Harbor – Providing Meals & Hospitality to People Experiencing Homelessness:
- Contact Katie Bobrowski, kbobrowski@charter.net
Grand Traverse Area Right to Life – Nonprofit Dedicated to the Protection of Life From Conception to Natural Death, Supported by Christ the King:
- Contact Mary Jo Piche, peterpiche@att.net
Beauty of Life – Teen-led Meal Train Ministry for Mothers in the Local Community.
- Contact: thebeautyoflife@gmail.com
Single Mom Ministries – Nonprofit Dedicated to Empowering Single Mothers, Supported by Christ the King
- Contact: https://www.singlemomm.org
Planned Parenthood Rosary – Weekly Outdoor Rosary for Life
- Contact Fr. Jarvis, frjarvis@christkingchurch.org
Durable Medical Equipment Garage:
- Contact: Andrea Marx, andrea@christkingchurch.org or Jim LaFond, jim@christkingchurch.org
Homebound Ministry – Visiting the Homebound:
- Contact Anne Pentland: annepentland47@gmail.com
Thrive Medical Clinic: Nonprofit Supported by Christ the King:
- Aid & Support After Pregnancy (Baby Pantry in collaboration with Knights of Columbus)
- Contact: Knights of Columbus or thrivemedicalclinic.org
McNulty Academy in Kenya- Nonprofit Founded by the McNulty Family, Parishioners:
- CTK hosts an annual donation drive, learn more here: https://kmma-caiths.org/our-story

Rosary before Sunday Masses:
- Contact Andrea Marx, andrea@christkingchurch.org
Adult Choir & Cantors:
- Contact Wes Moulton, wes@sacredheartelkrapids.org
Agape Prayer Line – Intercessory Prayer Team:
- Contact Heather Ann Welch: agapectk@gmail.com
Seven Sisters Apostolate – Daily Holy Hour for Diocesan Priests:
- Contact Sarah McQueer, sarahrN1@charter.net
Prayer Shawl Ministry – Creating Knit/Crocheted Prayer Shaws for the Sick:
- Contact Kathy White, mrskjw1@gmail.com
JPII Healing Ministry Prayer Team – Healing in the Heart of the Church:
- Contact Fr Jarvis, frjarvis@christkingchurch.org
Weekly Adoration Team – Hourly Adoration on Mondays & Wednesdays:
- Contact Andrea Marx, andrea@christkingchurch.org
Cursillo – Weekend Retreats Focused on Christian Action:
- Contact Pete VanBerlo, pvanberlo@charter.net

Sunday Donuts – Weekly Donuts After Sunday Masses:
- Contact Kimberly Dorgan, dorgankim1@gmail.com
Parish Life – Liturgical and Special Events:
- Contact: Ellen McManus, mcmanusev@gmail.com
Well Read Mom:
- Contact Holly Clark, hwiggin12@gmail.com
Fellowship on Tap – Monthly Social for Adults 21+:
- Contact Laura Truelove, lauratruelove@gmail.com
Mothers in Christ – Weekly Gathering of Catholic Mothers Offering Spiritual, Educational, and Social Activities with Childcare:
- Meets offsite on Mondays, 9am-11am
- Contact www.mothersinchrist.com
Ice Rink Team:
- Contact Fr. Jarvis, frjarvis@christkingchurch.org
Pickleball and Outdoor Activities:
- Contact Bridget Thuente, bthuente@yahoo.com