Our Lady of Lebanon co-Cathedral Committees
Stewardship committee
This year has been one of renewal at Our Lady of Lebanon Co-Cathedral. The Stewardship Committee upheld parish duties, supporting our Bishop and clergy. We improved financial and administrative procedures. Our Gift Shop and Five Loaves Café continue to thrive as welcoming community spaces.
Parish pastoral council
PPC is focused on enhancing parish life, working closely with our clergy to support the spiritual journey of our diverse family. We improved church services, ran engaging learning programs, and found new ways to involve everyone in our community.
Sodality of the Immaculate Conception
The Sodality of the Immaculate Conception is the first branch of the Marian Family, made up of adults following a set program. Its goal is to deepen faith, live with Mary as a model, and support members of other branches in their spiritual journey and activities.
Seniors Committee
The Seniors Committee supports the Elderly in our Maronite community, providing physical, spiritual, and emotional care. They plan monthly activities, celebrations, and visits, promote joy and healing, discuss spiritual events, and work with the Diocesan Chancery to enhance their lifestyle.
Family of the Divine Word
The word of the Lord guided the early church and still gives life, growth and answers. The Family of Divine Word aims to know Jesus, read and live the word, share it, strengthen families in faith and support unity across all Christian traditions.
The Living Word
The Living Word committee strengthens your Maronite community through formation talks, Syriac tradition teachings, and a new prayer book. The book supports daily prayer and unites parish families through shared faith and regular parish seasons.
The Roses of st Rita
The Roses of Saint Rita supports the Saint Rita Maronite Mass Centre through monthly prayers and novenas. They host spiritual gatherings, feast celebrations, and volunteer appreciation events, fostering faith, fellowship, and growth.
Maronite Flame Teens
Teens’ Group unites Maronite youth aged 14 to 18. They meet weekly for prayer, learning and service through activities, games and camps. Members use their talents for others and commit to living as children of Mary.
Family Committee
The committee supports parish families by promoting Maronite faith, marriage life and community belonging. They run sessions for couples, family activities, retreats and social events, and help strengthen ties among children, teens and youth.
Fersen Al Adra
Fersan Al Adra guides children aged 5 to 13 in the Maronite faith through the example of Mary. They meet weekly for prayer, learning and activities, including games, excursions and camps. Members commit to living as children of Mary.
Arabic School
The program teaches children Arabic language skills and Maronite Lebanese culture. Students learn to read, write and speak Arabic, explore heritage, and preserve traditions. Open to all seeking knowledge of Arabic and Lebanese culture.
OLOL Youth
The Maronite Youth Organisation (MYO) fosters and strengthens youth faith, creating an environment that supports their spiritual growth as the youth are the future of the parish.
Men’s Ministry
The Men’s Ministry empowers men to live Catholic faith with courage and service. Open to all, it builds friendships, supports spiritual growth, and fosters leadership through prayer, fellowship, retreats, outreach, and monthly gatherings.
Media Committee
The Media Committee coordinates & shares OLOL parish information, promotes events, manages media policies, and oversees social media, print, and the website, collaborating with committees and media firms to streamline communications.
Road to Emmaus
The Road to Emmaus group, formed in 2023 for single Catholics aged 35-50, builds friendships and community. It offers a welcoming space to grow in faith, connect with like-minded people, and support each other spiritually and socially.
Faith and Light
The Faith & Light Committee serves individuals with special needs, embracing them and their families in parish life. It fosters friendship, faith, and inclusion, deepening connections with Christ, offering social activities & spiritual growth.
Choir
The OLOL Choir leads the congregation in prayer through Syriac Maronite hymns and liturgical music to deepen parishioners’ connection to their spiritual heritage during the Divine Liturgy and other celebrations.
Events Committee
The Events Committee coordinates parish liturgical & community events, including Hosanna Sunday, Passion Week, processions, Feast of the Assumption, and Christmas Carols fostering unity and participation.
Holy Communion
The Holy Communion Committee’s purpose is to guide children in preparing for the sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Eucharist, and Confirmation. It teaches the meaning of the Eucharist, fosters understanding of Maronite sacramental life.
Ladies of Our Lady
Ladies of Our Lady supports parish women through prayer, reflection & fellowship. They host events like Mother’s Day Lunch & Lenten Reflection Days, fostering spiritual growth, community & celebration of women’s faith & role in the Church.
Marian Apostolic Movement (MAM)
The Marian Apostolic Movement gathers young adults fortnightly for prayer, reflection, and talks to deepen faith and fellowship. In 2025, it hosted testimonies, theological discussions, and plans a summer retreat, guiding youth to grow as informed, faithful Christian leaders.
Liturgical Committee
The Liturgical Committee prepares and coordinates parish celebrations, including Divine Liturgies, feasts, and sacred seasons. They organize readings, prayers, hymns, sacred space, and processions, enriching participation and fostering deeper communion with God and the Maronite tradition.
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