A Call to Liturgical Ministry

Why a Call to Liturgical Ministry?

The Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy says that the liturgy is not a private act and the entire church is called to active, conscious participation in the rites. The Holy Spirit pours out gifts which make it possible for every Christian man and woman to assume ministries and forms of service that complement one another for the good of all.

Our parish has sustained this liturgical principle and has faithfully fostered a spirit of community involvement in our worship. This call is our way of recognizing the many different gifts in our faith community, gifts that originate with God. Liturgical ministers are not merely volunteers, but persons who dedicate and develop their talents for the good of the Church.
We hope you will respond to the call.

How Long May I Serve in a Liturgical Ministry?

You may serve as long as you wish.

What Will Be Required of Me?

Three things are asked of you.

• That you be present for your assignment faithfully and reliably according to a seasonal schedule
• That you make your ministry part of your personal call to discipleship as reflected in your prayer and personal spirituality
• That you learn and grow in your ministry through parish training, reading, diocesan workshops or other opportunities. Parish training sessions are offered periodically and are publicized in advance. Individual training for new ministers can also be arranged by appointment through the parish office.

Whay Liturgical Ministries Are Open To Me?

• Adult Acolyte - For women and men who have been confirmed, to assist the priest at the altar throughout the entire Liturgy.
• Baker - For anyone who loves to bake, to take a turn baking bread for all of our weekend Liturgies.
• Children's Liturgy of the Word - Prepares and presents the Liturgy of the Word at age appropriate levels for children during the 8:30 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. Mass.
• Eucharistic Minister - For women and men who have been confirmed, to distribute the Eucharist during our Liturgies.
• Eucharistic Minister to the Homebound - For women and men who have been confirmed, to distribute the Eucharist to people confined to their home due to age or illness, or who are in a nursing home.
• Liturgy Coordinator - For women and men who have been confirmed, to coordinate all liturgical ministers at the beginning of our weekend Liturgies.
• Minister of Hospitality - For family groups, companions, or individuals, to be greeters before and after our weekend Liturgies.
• Music Minister - For singers and instrumentalists, to lead the assembly in prayerful song and music.
• Reader - For women and men who have been confirmed, to proclaim the Word of God.
• Presider for Communion Services- For women and men who have been confirmed, to lead communion services during the week about once every two months at the Church or the Grotto.
• Server - For young girls and boys who have not been confirmed but are old enough to receive
• Veronica and Sermon Minister - people to care for vestments and altar linens.
• Writer - For anyone who loves to write in a poetic and prayerful way, to compose our General Intercessions (Prayers of the Faithful) and occasional prayers for various parish liturgies.