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| Liturgy and Worship |
Altar Servers
The altar server is first and foremost a minister of the altar in service to God and
the community by assisting the priest during Mass and other liturgies. Boys and
girls who have received first Communion may complete training and serve during
Mass. Any youth who's parents believe are ready and responsible enough to be
trained and to serve as an altar server, please contact the Altar Server
Coordinator.
Lectors
Ministers of the Word are a very important part of the Mass. The lector does not
"read" but proclaims the Word of God during the Liturgy of the Word, an ancient
tradition of the Church. Lectors are required for each of the Sunday Masses and
at liturgies like Christmas and Easter and other special liturgies throughout the
year. No experience is necessary, but training is required.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist assist in the distribution of Holy
Communion at all Masses. By "extraordinary" we do not mean special,
distinguished or set apart. The ordinary ministers of the Eucharist are the priests
and deacons. Any confirmed parishioner at least 16 years of age may serve. No
prior experience is needed; training is required. Extraordinary Ministers of the
Eucharist are scheduled by a coordinator and commit to serve at least a monthly
Mass.
Ushers
Hospitality ministers help make people feel welcome. Chosen to reflect the warmth
and welcome of Christ himself, always conscious of Jesus' words:
"I was a stranger and you welcomed me." As the initial point of contact for
people entering the Church, the Usher sets the tone for the liturgy with their
welcoming smile and greeting. The ministry is open to all - women and men, young
and old. Some of their primary responsibilities include:
~ Welcoming people as they enter the Church
~ Assisting parishioners with seating
~ Receiving offertory collections and presenting the gifts to the priest
~ Advising Eucharistic Ministers if someone needs to be served
communion in their pew
~ Assisting with emergency needs during Mass
~ Distributing Church bulletins after Mass
Click here for the Schedule of Ministries ~ October thru December
Music Ministry
The Music Ministry is open to individuals who want to use their musical talents,
either vocal or instrumental, in worship with the community. Members participate in
the regular liturgies, as well as special services and events. There are no formal
auditions for any of the choirs. Simply contact the Director of the choir of interest.
The Liturgical Environment
The Liturgical Environment Ministry carries on the task of decorating the Sanctuary
throughout the liturgical year. Committee members decorate the church for the
liturgical seasons during the year.
Sacristans
The sacristan is needed before Sunday Mass. Sacristans are the "homemakers"
of the parish, of the house of the church. They work behind the scenes. They
prepare the worship spaces for the celebration of the sacraments each week.
Their responsibility is care for the condition of the whole room where liturgy is
celebrated, as well as for the vestments, vessels, candles and preparation of the
bread and wine for each celebration. They relieve the Presider and other
ministers of tasks in the crucial moments before and after the liturgy. Ministry
formation and training is offered.
Communion to the Sick
This ministry ensures that those who are homebound, hospitalized or otherwise
unable to attend Mass can receive Communion on a regular basis. Extraordinary
Ministers who serve at Mass are encouraged to participate.
Church Cleaning
This committee volunteers to help clean the church, arrange missals and hymnals,
dust statues and give the church a light cleaning. Rotative teams of two dedicate
two hours a week to clean the church. If you have an extra two hours and would
like to help, please volunteer for this ministry. Contact Louise Baker if you are
interested in joining this ministry.
The altar server is first and foremost a minister of the altar in service to God and
the community by assisting the priest during Mass and other liturgies. Boys and
girls who have received first Communion may complete training and serve during
Mass. Any youth who's parents believe are ready and responsible enough to be
trained and to serve as an altar server, please contact the Altar Server
Coordinator.
Lectors
Ministers of the Word are a very important part of the Mass. The lector does not
"read" but proclaims the Word of God during the Liturgy of the Word, an ancient
tradition of the Church. Lectors are required for each of the Sunday Masses and
at liturgies like Christmas and Easter and other special liturgies throughout the
year. No experience is necessary, but training is required.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist assist in the distribution of Holy
Communion at all Masses. By "extraordinary" we do not mean special,
distinguished or set apart. The ordinary ministers of the Eucharist are the priests
and deacons. Any confirmed parishioner at least 16 years of age may serve. No
prior experience is needed; training is required. Extraordinary Ministers of the
Eucharist are scheduled by a coordinator and commit to serve at least a monthly
Mass.
Ushers
Hospitality ministers help make people feel welcome. Chosen to reflect the warmth
and welcome of Christ himself, always conscious of Jesus' words:
"I was a stranger and you welcomed me." As the initial point of contact for
people entering the Church, the Usher sets the tone for the liturgy with their
welcoming smile and greeting. The ministry is open to all - women and men, young
and old. Some of their primary responsibilities include:
~ Welcoming people as they enter the Church
~ Assisting parishioners with seating
~ Receiving offertory collections and presenting the gifts to the priest
~ Advising Eucharistic Ministers if someone needs to be served
communion in their pew
~ Assisting with emergency needs during Mass
~ Distributing Church bulletins after Mass
Click here for the Schedule of Ministries ~ October thru December
Music Ministry
The Music Ministry is open to individuals who want to use their musical talents,
either vocal or instrumental, in worship with the community. Members participate in
the regular liturgies, as well as special services and events. There are no formal
auditions for any of the choirs. Simply contact the Director of the choir of interest.
The Liturgical Environment
The Liturgical Environment Ministry carries on the task of decorating the Sanctuary
throughout the liturgical year. Committee members decorate the church for the
liturgical seasons during the year.
Sacristans
The sacristan is needed before Sunday Mass. Sacristans are the "homemakers"
of the parish, of the house of the church. They work behind the scenes. They
prepare the worship spaces for the celebration of the sacraments each week.
Their responsibility is care for the condition of the whole room where liturgy is
celebrated, as well as for the vestments, vessels, candles and preparation of the
bread and wine for each celebration. They relieve the Presider and other
ministers of tasks in the crucial moments before and after the liturgy. Ministry
formation and training is offered.
Communion to the Sick
This ministry ensures that those who are homebound, hospitalized or otherwise
unable to attend Mass can receive Communion on a regular basis. Extraordinary
Ministers who serve at Mass are encouraged to participate.
Church Cleaning
This committee volunteers to help clean the church, arrange missals and hymnals,
dust statues and give the church a light cleaning. Rotative teams of two dedicate
two hours a week to clean the church. If you have an extra two hours and would
like to help, please volunteer for this ministry. Contact Louise Baker if you are
interested in joining this ministry.
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