Liturgical Ministries
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Liturgical Ministries include:
Altar Servers/Monaguillos
Being a server is an opportunity for you to serve God and His people at Mass on Sundays and Holydays. This important service to the Church is open to all boys and girls of the parish who have made their First Communion. After a simple training session, the altar server is scheduled at the Mass of their choice.
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Assist with distribution of both the Body and Blood of Christ at Masses. Those involved in this ministry should be confirmed, 16 years or older, in visible communion with the Church, its teachings and laws especially with regard to laws concerning marriage. Training is provided.
Proclaiming the Word (Lectors)
If you are confirmed and age 14 or older you may be interested in proclaiming the Word of God at Mass and other liturgical functions. Preparation and devotion are essential in this ministry. Training is provided.
Sacristans
To celebrate the liturgy, a sacristan prepares and organizes the needs for each Mass. Sacristans are needed during the week, for funerals, weddings and special services. A sacristan is an active participant in the liturgical life.
Ushers (Ministers of Hospitality)
Ministers of Hospitality are the first people to greet parishioners and visitors when they attend Masses on weekends, open doors, search for seats, collect the collection, and deliver newsletters and special literature.Other Liturgical Ministries:
Arts & Environment
To enhance the celebration of the liturgical seasons of the year, this group decorates the areas both inside and outside the church, arranges flowers, cares for plants or does needed tasks to beautify the church.
Altar Society
The Altar Society meets 4 times per year to help with cleaning of the pews, changing the Holy water in the entrances and to remove, replace and recycle the missals in the Church.