Liturgical Ministries

2285854158_b79fe0dbdeExtraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion – Ministry is not a job, but an act of generous and thoughtful service that identifies us as a people of God!

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are men and women who assist in the distribution of the Body and Blood of Christ. The phrase “Do this in memory of Me” is not only a reference to the act of consecration, but also is an instruction to all who are baptized to imitate Jesus by feeding his people. Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion perform that task in a literal fashion. The Eucharist as Holy Communion is the reason Catholics gather for Mass. We step forward to accept the Bread of Life and the Cup of Eternal Salvation which sustains us in our attempts to be better disciples.

A small amount of training is required and scheduling is flexible. Please contact the parish office to become part of this important and rewarding ministry.

Extraordinary Ministers for the Homebound and Sick – Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion bring the greatest gift – the Body of Christ – to the members of the parish family who are homebound, sick or in a nursing home. Jesus has a special love for those who are hurting.

These ministers have a role in sharing the Church’s total ministry to the sick after the manner of Jesus. In bringing Communion to the sick and homebound, they represent Christ and manifest faith and charity on behalf of the whole community toward those who cannot be present at Sunday Mass. This ministry is a powerful symbol of unity and a sign of support and concern shown by the community for its members.

The homebound and sick find it a comfort and a source of healing to have Holy Communion brought to them as often as possible.

A small amount of training is required and scheduling is flexible. Please contact the parish office to become part of this ministry.

Lectors – The proclamation of scripture in word is central to Catholic worship. Parishioners, both male and female, with deep love of scripture, who are in the 9th grade or older are invited to this ministry. Lectors have the privilege and responsibility of revealing God’s love and wisdom to the people.

They are skilled in pronunciation, projection, voice tone, pausing, eye contact, and reverent proclamation.

A small amount of training is required and scheduling is flexible. Please contact the parish office to become part of this ministry.

Altar Servers – Young parishioners, both male and female, who are in the 4th grade or older are invited to become altar servers. Being an altar server is an awesome experience and privilege. Their willingness to serve shows a special love for Jesus and the Eucharist.

Altar servers assist the priest, deacon, and assembly in prayer and worship. An appropriate training and continued guidance for those who serve is always at hand. Scheduling is set in advance and reminded in the weekly bulletin.
If you are interested in this ministry please contact the parish office.

Cantors, Instrumentalists, Choir – Music is a sign of God’s love for us and of our love for God. The proclamation of scripture in song is central to Catholic worship. Youth and adults are invited to become involved in the music ministry as cantors, choir members or instrumentalists (organ, piano, keyboard, trumpet, violin, percussion, etc.)

Those involved in this ministry have the privilege and responsibility of revealing the beauty of God’s gift of music.

The Adult Choir is open to anyone who enjoys singing. You do not have to read music to sing. The choirs meet once a week for practice.

The choirs sing at Masses on:

  • –  weekends from September through the second week of June,
  • –  Holy Days, Christmas, Holy Week and Easter.The choir also sings at special liturgies e.g., First Communion, Confirmation and other special occasions.The Funeral Choir provides opportunity to sing at funeral masses.Cantors are scheduled to sing one or two Masses per month.

Usually a small amount of training and practice is required and scheduling is flexible. Please contact the parish office to become part of this ministry.

Gift Bearers – This ministry is open to youth and adults, families are especially welcome, i.e., parents along with their children. They bring up the gifts of bread and wine in the offertory procession; the monetary gifts are included in this procession.

Please speak with the ushers before Mass to be able to offer this ministry.

Ushers – Ushers are members of the faith community, welcoming all with smiles and graciousness. They assist with the seating, gather the offerings, help with the good order of the communion procession, distribute bulletins at the end of Liturgy, and give a farewell greeting as people leave Mass. They answer any inquiries, address problems as they arise, handle possible emergencies and are always ready to help in any way.

Consider serving God’s family in this very easy and simple task. Very little training is required and the personal rewards are great! Please contact the parish office to become part of this ministry.

Greeters – Greeters are members of the faith community who represent Jesus. They extend a kind and welcoming word, a warm smile, and assist those whom they serve in the assembly. This way they represent Jesus but also the priest, who is preparing for Mass and is not available to greet and speak with people until after the service.

This ministry is open to youth and adults, families are especially welcome, i.e., parents along with their children. They greet people at the church doors as they arrive for Mass, distribute bulletins at the end of Liturgy, and give a farewell greeting as people leave Mass.

Consider serving God’s family in this very easy and simple way. Very little training is required and the personal rewards are great! Please contact the parish office to become part of this ministry.