Parishioner Responses to Power Point Presentation 1-13-19
31 Response cards
 
Are you willing to engage in a few one-on-one conversations with parishioners you may or may not know?
 
Yes  = 28                 No = 0                3 = did not answer on the card
 
What were some thoughts/feelings you had during the presentation?
 
Can we renegotiate our contract with archdiocese on school rental payment?
Feeling helplessness with Archdiocese
 
The presenter did an excellent job, made me more aware of where we start.
 
Try to prepare for what’s going to happen in the future and more participation
 
Can we pray the rosary together if we came before mass?
Can we meditate together once or twice a week or once a month
Return to meditation with stones, with the Holy Family, Church of England,….
 
Hopeful
 
Presentation is alright.
 
Re: Cinelli Center – Why have we not utilized this space before?
 
Good – relieved we are ok. I saw potential for rentals etc. I saw all that we did as parish as an asset to the diocese.
 
Comfortable
 
Transparency in these times is a good needed thing - very positive
 
Well-put together presentation
 
The presentation showed me things I was not aware of.
 
I am willing to help.
 
It was helpful
 
The need for us as a parish to bring new members into our church family. To energize with members of our parish
 
After seeing the demographics and know the center will be open to the community, it’s now time to pull in the community. As Catholics the community is apprehensive.
 
Very informative
 
My thought and response are I think it is a good idea about rental of the hall, but only with a cop on duty.
 
Solutions go hand-in-hand with problems. E.g. If the problem is money, the solution is more money (or fewer problems).
 
It was eye-opening for me. It was very good.
 
Oh, are we going to close? What can I do to help? I think it (presentation) was great.
 
Clarification of money expenses for Christ the King and why, from Archdiocese also the missing money $100K, when are we getting it back.
 
Presentation was good. Pray for sustainability. Get ideas if they don’t renew contract. Invite more people.
 
Feeling concern yet hope and faith in this community.
 
Some issues we are already aware of with the diocese. (we) need to bring new light/issues/recommendations to the table.
 
How can we maintain financial security with our properties, if the school/BOE lease is not renewed?
 
Great! A lot of parishioners don’t know what OLS has to offer and they should have one (presentation) in Spanish.
 
We need to start funding an endowment campaign and pick the brains of the who have fundraising experience. I have quite a few ideas if you are interested.
Good presentation overview & informative
 
 
 
Why are you a parishioner at OLS?
 
I love the people here.
 
I love the parish!! It’s parishioners and the welcoming Christian atmosphere.
 
Family & History with Church community.
 
Because of the comradery. I really feel that these people are family.
 
You feel like you belong to another family besides your own.
 
I am called to ongoing conversion, to pray with my faith family
 
I came for the blessing, to hear the Word of God, the Gospel. I love the church (people).
 
Because I am Catholic.
 
The People
 
To praise the Lord in a welcoming church, and the people you worship with and fellowship
 
It is a true Catholic community. We all try to do as Jesus wants. We are multicultural. Everyone is involved. We care about each other and the world’s problems.
 
Because it’s a caring and spiritual place to be involved with
 
I have been a parishioner since I was a child. I like it here.
 
OLS is my extended family. I look forward to steward, praise God & fellowship with parishioners.
 
I was baptized at OLS about 7 years ago. I am still learning the Catholic faith.
 
Because I was born and raised in OLS and the love that comes from OLS.
 
Because of the sisters; ???? nice community
 
I feel welcomed by my church community.
 
This is all I know.
 
The parish is very informative and welcoming.
 
Because they treat you as family.
 
Finest parish I’ve ever ben a part of and I have been part of 5. Especially please I was able to receive the sacraments. I can walk to church.
 
It is close to home.
 
I like the I was treated when I came. I used to come years ago when I lived on Arlington Ave.
 
We love the people – ministry and the church. Those are part of my/our life.
 
 
Family worship place for history and commitment
 
I love coming for the word, people and love. I feel all are welcome.
 
I feel very much like a member of this family. I like the way we operate-shared everything.
 
Makes me feel better; to ease my mind.
 
I am a parishioner because of family and Father O’brien, the care and concern of the sisters and closeness of community.
 
I love that everyone is welcome with judgements.
 
The weekly service which is a very important part of our lives & we enjoy the hospitality, warmth of the parish, and we enjoy the hospitality and warmth of the parish.
 
If you were to invite someone you know to visit OLS, what would you say to them to encourage them to visit with us?
We are like family, love to worship together
Coming to church gives you peace of mind. You’re always welcome. My got us started here and we continued coming
Come and see and participate in our dynamic liturgical celebration.
 
To be a true Christian
 
Our Church is welcoming.We accept you for who you are regardless of race, religion or creed.
 
It is a relaxed atmosphere and uplifting experience.
 
We care about doing things that are good for our community and the world. We are involved in Christian activities.
 
You will be welcomed unconditionally.
 
Come as you are. We are all God’s children.
 
I would say that is the perfect place to pray and worship God.
 
Because there’s a lot of love that comes from our church and the sisters treat you like family.
 
We are a nice community. We are a welcoming with visitors and we are interacting.
 
I usually share that we are a warm, welcoming, sincere Christian family.
 
We are community based and multicultural.
 
The church is multi-cultural.
 
Please come and join us in fellowship. The people are very sweet. They will make you feel at home.
 
A simple mass with fine music – more of a low vs. high mass
 
You will feel right at home.
 
That God created us with respect religiously universally to one eternal God.
 
Enjoy our welcoming, comforting, musical, worshipping, community!
 
All are welcome. You will feel welcome. Diversity. Love.
 
Welcoming atmosphere – good liturgical services – good social outreach.
 
Parishioners are all very nice; gives a feeling of hope and happiness.
 
I would invite people because we are inclusive and willing to step in faith.
 
I would say to be my guest and let them experience the for themselves.
 
Try to encourage the first visit – and then it should be as easy as it was for us – the sisters are awesome!