Liturgical Ministries

Religious education and preparation for sacraments

Parish Organizations and Committees

Prayer Groups

Choirs

Youth Ministry

Parish Services

Parish Services

1. VISIT A SHUT-IN

Volunteers visit parishioners who are unable to move about freely in their homes and nursing homes. Volunteers are another contact from our parish community who can help parishioners confined either temporarily or permanently feel as though they are part of our community and who are indeed, special. Volunteers learn about the strength of the human spirit and gain a sense of contributing in a small way to another’s sense of worth. Visiting a shut-in may also entail praying and, if requested, the distribution of Holy Communion by Extraordinary Eucharistic Ministers.

2. BEREAVEMENT & CARE

This Ministry calls persons who have an interest in helping the sick and grieving. Prior to becoming a part of the Ministry persons are required to take part in a workshop for formation and awareness of the needs of the bereaved. As representatives of the parish, they will be asked to offer assistance in ministry endeavors. e.g. Parish Sacrament of the Sick, visit shut-ins and the funeral home upon the death of a parishioner. They may also be required to try and make follow up calls to the family of the deceased.

3. SACRISTY/HOUSEKEEPING GROUPS

The object of this group is to prepare the church and sacred vessels for our mass celebrations. Washing and cleaning all vessels, preparation of linens, dusting and cleaning the church and arranging hymnals are just a few of the tasks performed. Working in God’s House in the quiet and silent presence of the Holy Eucharist could stimulate a yearning to spend time praying in the presence of Jesus. This takes a commitment of about two hours every two weeks and is usually done on a weekday.

4. HANDY MEN AND WOMEN

Volunteers with various talents and gifts are always needed at St. Mary’s. Handy men and women who can help with small repairs, maintenance, garden upkeep and the like, are most welcome.

5. ELEVATOR DRIVERS

These dedicated men and women are available before and after weekend Masses, Special Celebrations and Funerals to accompany individuals who are in need of using the elevator to access entry into the Church.