MINISTRIES

Christian Formation:
        Throughout our entire life’s journey, we continue to grow in God’s love. The Christian Formation Committee’s responsibility is to help us along at whatever level we are on. The parish offers Youth Formation from grades K thru High School as well as Sacramental Preparation. There is also R.C.I.A. for those who are considering entering the Catholic Faith. There are also periodic events to help the adults along the way. Here are suggestions of ways to can assist the parish through Christian Formation
                Catechist
                Catechist Aide
                 R.C.I.A. Team Member
                Parent’s Association Member

Liturgy:
        It takes many parish family members to assist in the preparation and execution of the Mass. Listed below are the many ministries that assist with the Liturgy. Feel free to call us if you would like any additional information.
                 Extraordinary Minster of Communion
                Acolyte
                Lector
                Usher
                Cantor
                Altar Server

Social Concern:
        We are called as Christians to help our brothers and sisters who are less fortunate. We are also challenged to protect the Unborn. The following committees work together to help those in our community.
                St. Vincent de Paul Society
                Right to Life
                God’s Helping Hands
                International Students Outreach Program

Maintenance:
        Our parish is blessed to have not one, but two beautiful churches and the parish center. Unfortunately, there is always the untimely items that needs to be painted, repaired or replaced. We are fortunate to have parishioners that donate their time and talent to help keep these costs down.

Parish & Family Life:
        As in every family, there are those who bring the family together for fellowship. The Parish & Family Life Committee provide the hospitality for the parish through the following committees. We are always looking for fresh ideas and will try pretty much anything!
                Kitchen Crew
                Bazaar Committee
                Parking Lot Team
                Garden Club

Finance Council:
        The Finance Council is an advisory council of parishioners that review the parishes financial procedures and advises the pastor on various procedures and decisions.

Parish Organizations:
        In addition to the above Committees we are blessed to have parish based groups and chapters and Councils of National Catholic Organization in our Parish. They are,
                Sodality of the Blessed Virgin Mary
                Holy Name Society
                Knights of Columbus
                Garden Club

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN OR WOULD LIKE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON ANY OF THE ABOVE MINISTRIES, PLEASE CALL THE PARISH OFFICE, 410-289-0652.