Worship Committee 

In order to successfully build the Kingdom of God, the Parish must provide meaningful worship services and Catholic education programs for parishioners and other individuals of all ages. The goals and purpose of the committee is to provide opportunities for parishioners to grow in their faith through liturgical celebrations, programs and activities. 

In addition they also are able to focus on the needs of the entire worshiping community and the assembly. They oversee the recruitment, training and evaluation of liturgical ministers and jointly prepare with the Coordinator of Religious Education for all the sacramental celebrations such as baptism, confirmation, first communion, etc. They assist in preparation of the weekend liturgies, for special occasions and Holy Days. 

The Worship Committee oversees the following essential ministers: 

• Altar Society Members - maintain and enhance the beauty of the church each week. No training is needed. 
• Sacristans - are the unsung heroes of every liturgy. The sacristans open the church, prepare the offertory gifts and procession, and ensure that all liturgical ministers are in attendance. Their attention to detail is vital to the celebration of the Mass. Training is needed. 
• Hospitality Ministers - serve as ambassadors of our parish. They welcome guests with a smile, offer directions and provide assistance to those who need it. No training is needed. 
• Music Ministers - include vocalists and musicians who provide this essential element of worship. Those interested in volunteering their musical talents can contact the Coordinator of Music for an audition. 
• Rosary Leaders - lead the Rosary before weekend Masses.
• Altar Servers - assist and participate alongside the priest and deacons during the Mass.  All parishioners age 10 and over are eligible to become a part of this special ministry. Training is needed. 
• Lectors - proclaim the readings at Mass. All confirmed and practicing Catholics can lector after a short instructional class. 
• Teachers of the Children’s Liturgy - present the Liturgy of the Word in age-appropriate language to our youngest parishioners during the 11:00 AM Mass.
• Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion - assist in the distribution of Holy Communion during Masses. Training is required. 
• Special Ministers of Holy Communion - distribute the Eucharist to residents at two local senior living facilities, Woodspoint and Emerald Trace. As above, training is required. 
• Vocations Crucifix Volunteers - receive a crucifix at Mass, take it home, and pray for vocations throughout the week. They return the crucifix prior to Mass the following week. No training is needed.