OTHER SERVICES PROVIDED AT THE PARISH OR NEIGHBORHOOD

Sports

The Sports Program of Resurrection Ascension Parish provides young people with a healthy form of recreation. It also affords them the opportunity to practice the Christian virtues of fairness and respect toward others. Many of the sports offered to our young parishioners compete with other teams in the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO). Currently, RA offers CYO Basketball, Baseball, Softball, and Track (in collaboration with a cluster parish). A non-competitive swimming program as well as a basketball clinic is also offered. Parishioners can actively participate in this program through the following key volunteer roles:
1. Parish Athletic Representative (PAR). The PAR oversees and supervises all the teams sponsored by the parish in partnership with the athletic directors of each sport. The PAR imparts the goals and philosophy of the CYO to the teams under his/her jurisdiction and insures compliance with the rules and regulations of the CYO. The PAR supervises the athletic directors and coaches and is accountable to the Pastor. The PAR oversees administrative matters of eligibility and rosters to insure compliance with CYO rules. Other functions of the Par include:

► the coordination of athletic programs registered with the CYO
► selecting athletic directors and coaches with the approval of the Pastor
► the signing and verification for accuracy of all CYO forms
► the designation of parish representatives for local area sports committees
► chairing regular Sports Council meeting for coordination of activities

2. Athletic Director (AD). The athletic director focuses on the details of a particular sport at the parish level. The AD will oversee administrative details which insure a consistent and fair interpretation of CYO rules. The AD coordinates with parent volunteers to handle various functions such as registration, uniform ordering, setting up/closing the gym. Other functions include:

► participation in Sports Council meetings
► knowledge of the rules and regulations of the CYO
► assisting in the PAR in the selection of coaches
► assisting the PAR with administrative duties when needed

3. Coach. The coach should personify Catholic values that young people can relate to and use as a model. The coach should possess the maturity to handle stressful situation sensitively, understand the needs of the individual without losing the team concept and encourage the growth of each participant, both as a player and a Christian. All head coaches must be at least 18 years of age and must adhere to the rules of conduct described below. The coach must oversee administrative details which insure a consistent and fair interpretation of CYO rules. Other functions include:

► knowledge of CYO rules, regulations and procedures
► knowledge of the rules of the sport being coached
► attending meetings as necessary
► attending coaches training programs conducted by the CYO

Parishioners interested in offering their time and talent to the sport program, as adult volunteers or sport participants, may call the Rectory office at 718-424-5212.

Individual Counseling

Members of our parish staff are available to help parishioners discuss their problems and struggles in life. In some instances, parishioners may be referred to a local Catholic Charities Counseling Center or a nearby Catholic therapist. Call the rectory, or Pastoral Care Center for more information on this service. Rectory – 718-424-5212 Pastoral Care – 718-507-7131

Spiritual Direction

Some parishioners may want to meet with a qualified director to guide them in their spiritual life. Call one of the staff members for this service.

SERVING THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Pax Christi

Our Pax Christi group is affiliated with both Pax Christi and Pax Christi Metro NY. As part of this international Catholic peace movement, they pray and study issues of peace and justice (both locally and globally) and participate in activities designed to promote justice and peace. They meet twice a month on Thursday evening.

SERVING THE LARGER COMMUNITY

Alanon
Spouses of alcoholics. Meets every Tuesday evening at 7:30 PM &Sunday at Noon.
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
Meets every Monday and Wednesday at 7:30 P.M.
Obsessive / Compulsive Anonymous (OCA)
Meets every Saturday at 10:00 A.M.
Relationships Anonymous (CODA)
Meets every Friday at 10:00 A.M. (Women only) and Sunday 7:30 P.M..
All meetings are located in the Pastoral Care Center - 85-18 61st Road
Queens Citizens Organization (QCO)
Resurrection-Ascension Parish is a member of QCO, a church based community organization for more than twenty years. QCO provides leadership development around issues that affect the quality of life for families, neighborhoods, and congregations. QCO meets with members of the parish and community to plan, implement, and evaluate action when specific issues of concern arise. The QCO office is located on the lower level of Fr. Feely Hall (Pastoral Care Center). Visit or call (898-4194) for further information or to express community concerns.
Community School Board 24
This Board serves the interests of both public and private school students in our neighborhood. The Board is located at 8000 Cooper Avenue, Glendale, NY. The telephone number is 417-2694.
Community Planning Boards
We are served by both Boards:
No. 5 is located at 61-23 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale, NY - telephone number 366-1834
Board No. 6 is located at 73-05 Yellowstone Blvd. Forest Hills, NY – telephone number 263-9250.