Enhancing the spiritual life of our parish

Serving at Mass and other liturgies is an important role because the server is assisting, not just the priest, but the whole worshipping community. Hence, altar servers are called to be aware of their role and their responsibility in performing it well.

Altar servers should have reverence for the sanctuary, and excitement for the Mass. They will assists Father at the altar during weekend Masses and for special liturgies (funerals, weddings, etc). Servers should arrive 15-20 minutes before Mass begins. Training is available and required.

>> ALTAR SERVER MANUAL, 2013

Must be comfortable with public speaking. Responsible for making sure there are people present to serve all ministries before Mass begins. He or she will make the beginning introduction to the liturgy, Prayers of the Faithful (only in the absence of a Deacon), and other duties as requested by Father or a Deacon. Should arrive 20-30 minutes before Mass begins. Training is available and encouraged.

Laity who assist the clergy in the distribution of Holy Communion during Mass, as well as to those who are home-bound or sick, are called "Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion."

These ministers must have received all 3 initiation sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist), and should have a special devotion and reverence for the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. Assists Father and Deacons in distributing Holy Communion. EMHCs should arrive 10 minutes before Mass begins. Training is available and required.

Our parish has produced a Guide for Extraordinary Ministers. All EMHC are invited to read and review this guide carefully. If you are interested in becoming an EMHC, you are also invited to view this guide.

>> GUIDE FOR EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS, 2018

You can learn more about the practice of Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion from the US Conference of Catholic Bishops.

>> LEARN MORE ON THE USCCB WEBSITE

Greeters should have a warm, welcoming spirit, and heart for hospitality. These parish volunteers welcome those arriving for Mass, opening the door for them, and extending a warm greeting. Should arrive 20-30 minutes before Mass begins. Training is not necessary.

Lectors are readers, who proclaim the Word of God at liturgies. All new lectors will have a training session prior to being assigned.

Lectors must have received all 3 initiation sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist). Must be comfortable with public speaking. Proclaims the Word of God to the congregation, and should prepare and practice proclaiming several times throughout the week. Should arrive 15-20 minutes before Mass begins. Training is available and required.

If you are interested in becoming a Lector, please contact the parish office today to sign up and receive news of the next lector training session.

>> THE LECTOR AT MASS, USCCB

>> HELPFUL "RULE" FOR LECTORS, ALETIA

Music ministers should have a love and excitement for music and the liturgy, familiarity with the flow of Mass, and basic understanding of liturgical seasons.

Music ministry enhances the liturgical experience with music that is appropriate to the liturgical season and connected to the Scripture readings for the day.

Singers and instrumentalists of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Singers are not required to read music but must be able to carry a tune. Music ministers should practice throughout the week to adequately prepare and should arrive 20-30 minutes before Mass begins. Training is available and required.

We are so excited to welcome new members into our liturgical ministries. To join our music ministry, please contact the parish office!

Ushers should have a warm, welcoming spirit, and a heart for hospitality. Our ushers welcome those arriving for Mass, and helps them find a seat if needed.

During Mass, ushers take up collections and assist with the flow of Holy Communion. After Mass, they hand out bulletins and tidy pews. Special duties as instructed.

Volunteers serving as ushers at Mass should arrive 20-30 minutes before Mass begins. Training is available and encouraged.

We have many behind-the-scenes opportunities to serve the liturgy!

Contact the Parish Office for more information or to sign up for: Art & Environment, Martha (Cleaning the Church), Visiting the Sick or Homebound, Liturgy Committee, Assisting with Group Sacrament Celebrations.

If you have a special skill, other areas you’d like to serve, or are not sure where you can help, contact us!