
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is available every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the St. Ann Adoration Chapel. There is always a need for more parishioners to pray before the Blessed Sacrament during these hours.
Contact persons: Beth Tilling, 816-524-8572 or 816-665-5094.
Celebrating Stewardship Weekends/Divine Donuts
Celebrating Stewardship weekends are held the third weekend of each month after all Masses in the Mulligan Room except June, July and December. During Celebrating Stewardship weekends representatives from Parish Ministries are present to educate and inform parishioners about opportunities to volunteer or register within their ministry area. Divine Donuts assist with serving refreshments after all Masses on Celebrating Stewardship Weekends. Their service helps foster fellowship and strengthens the sense of community within the parish. These weekends offer an opportunity for parishioners to socialize with fellow members of our faith community. Contact for Divine Donuts Volunteers: Mary Grace Madrid, [email protected], 816-251-1119.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga is offered throughout the year at different times. The group meets on Mondays in the Etue Room and is open to adults. For more information, contact the Pastoral Care Office, 816-251-1102.
Holy Donuts: Tuesday mornings with “Holy Donuts” is a popular weekly gathering at Presentation. Join us after the 8:15 a.m. Mass in the Mulligan room for donuts, pastries, coffee and fellowship with others.
Knights of Columbus Council #6819: Knights of Columbus is a Catholic men’s organization (age 18 or older) that promotes charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism. The K of C meets the second Tuesday of the month. There are many parish events that members of the K of C supports including: parish breakfast on the first Sunday of the month (October through April), Las Vegas Night, Lenten parish Fish Fry and many more special events. Contact person: Phillip Webster, Grand Knight, 816-797-0312 or email [email protected].
Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary: The K of C Women's Auxiliary supports various activities of the Knights of Columbus. The group meets the third Monday of the month.
Contact person, Kim Emmendorfer, 816-516-6756, or email [email protected].
Presentation Families:
Presentation Families provides the opportunity for parents with children, infant through elementary school age, to gather and meet other young families in the parish. There are annual events and a Presentation Families Facebook Page (closed group) where young families can connect with others in our parish. Contact: Karena Coatney, 816-251-1135 or email [email protected].
Scouting America
Scouting America is for those who have completed the Fifth Grade and are at least 10 years old through age 17.
Scouts: Boys Troop: Contact persons: Matt Cianciolo, Scoutmaster, 816-351-7615, [email protected]; Brady Twenter, Comm Chairman, 816-536-2263, [email protected].
Scouts: Girls Troop: Contact person: Troy Ganson, Scoutmaster, 816-876-4943, [email protected]; Brady Twenter, Comm Chairman.
Cub Scouts (Boys and Girls): Cub Scouts are for youth in First through Fifth Grade. There are dens for both boys and girls. Contact Persons: Rob Beavers, Packmaster, 816-916-3731, [email protected]; Josh Boeckmann, Comm Chairman, 314-795-4513, [email protected]
Sports for Adults and Youth
Adult Volleyball: Adults (college age or older) are invited to play volleyball on Sunday nights at 6:00 p.m. in the gym. Contact persons: Mike and Jackie Chamberlain, 816-525-6658.
Youth Sports: Boys and girls in grade school are invited to paly parochial league sports to include flag football, basketball, volleyball, and track at Presentation. Contact persons: Kathy Coleman, [email protected] or Dave Podjenski, [email protected].
St. Joseph Guild
The St. Joseph Guild activities focus on prayer, service and socializing. The Guild serves funeral lunches, cleans the church twice a year, launders Mass linens, supports many parish events and raise funds for parish and community groups. They meet the first Thursday of the month at 12:30 p.m. Officers: Anna Marie Brown, President; Charlene White, Secretary; Adrienne Schubert, Treasurer. Contact: Anna Marie Brown, 816-797-0579.
Women’s Ministry: The Parish Community Committee hosts a Fall and Lenten Women’s Retreat. Information about these events is published in the bulletin.