CSC Friends
CSC friends are the community of people who attend Mass and worship, volunteer, donate, or otherwise support our Mission. If you’re not a student but you are connected to our community in any way, we consider you a friend!
The CSC Friends Executive Board was formed to provide programming that is geared toward providing spiritual and social enrichment of non-students.
The executive board offers four types of programs, each of which are described below. Please take some time to review these offerings and to find ways to get involved. Know that you are always welcome and we look forward to seeing you at future events. There are no fees to attend events unless it is otherwise noted. If you are interested in learning more, please fill out the email signup and interest form below or contact Julie Schowe (schowe@washucsc.org).
Engagement Opportunities
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Get Involved
Get involved by helping us serve our students and fellow community members. We are always in need of those willing to donate their time for the benefit of the community.
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Support the CSC
We invite you to look into the various opportunities to support our ministry now, and in the future.
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Upcoming Events
Stay in the loop about upcoming CSC Friends events.
Available Programs
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The spiritual program allows members opportunities to read scripture or other religious writings. The bulk of this formation involves joining a Core Community group in which the group will read a spiritual book or article and then meet to discuss. If you are interested in learning more, contact one of the co-chairs for more information:
Carol Jones (jones@washucsc.org) or Mary Fitzgibbons Clarkson (maryfitzgibbons@yahoo.com)
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The social program provides opportunities for CSC friends to gather as a community. Examples of social programs may include bbq after Mass, or a night out for young families. If you are interested in learning more, contact one of the co-chairs for more information:
Tom & Kathy Sommers (tsommers1@hotmail.com & kathysommers@hotmail.com)
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CSC Friends invite speakers to discuss relevant and enriching topics related to your faith. These are great opportunities to deepen your knowledge of your faith. Talks are scheduled to occur 3-4 times per year.
Please contact one of the co-chairs for more information: Jerry Daniels (jrrydaniels@yahoo.com), Mary Fitzgibbons Clarkson (maryfitzgibbons@yahoo.com), or Susan Conrad (susan.eicon@gmail.com).
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Focus on bringing members together to participate in service opportunities within the St. Louis community at large.
Please contact one of the co-chairs for more information: Jane and Jim Epstein (jaepste@gmail.com or epsteinjames2@gmail.com), or Joe and Janet Ciapciak (jciapciak@paceproperties.com and jciapciak@sbcglobal.net).
Popular Events
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Annual event held in the fall. This is the CSC's largest annual fundraiser, at the same time it is a wonderful opportunity to gather as a community for a night of fun.
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Speakers present on relevant and enriching faith related topics. These are great opportunities to deepen your knowledge on the topics that are covered. Talks are scheduled to occur 3-4 times per year.
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Ash Wednesday: Additional Masses are offered throughout the day. If you are unable to attend Mass, you may also come by the CSC at any time to receive ashes.
Lenten Reflection Book: CSC students write daily reflections for our Lenten reflection book. The book is sent to supporters of the CSC. If you wish, you can receive a daily email with the reflections in them.
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Spanish Mass is offered on the last Wednesday of every month, while school is in session. Father Brian leads each Mass with music and readings in Spanish performed by our students and community members.