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Altar Servers
· Assist the Priest at all Masses
· Volunteers must have received First Holy Communion
Catechists
Liturgy of the Word with Children
Celebrate the Liturgy of the Word with children in the St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Chapel during the 11:00 am Mass on Sundays
Lectors
· Proclaim the Scripture readings at Mass
· Announce the intentions for the Prayers of the Faithful
· Recite the Responsorial Psalm between the readings as required
· Prepare for the readings
Minister of Hospitality (Ushers)
· Welcome parishioners as they arrive at Mass
· Offer information and assistance
· Take up the collection
Ministers of Music
· Lead the congregation in song at Mass
· Work with members of the music staff in providing music for the Liturgy
· Attend practice and training sessions as required
Ministers of the Sick
· Visit, offer prayerful ministry and the Eucharist to those who are ill, shut-in or elderly
(this is offered in homes, hospitals, long-term care facilities and other residences)
Eucharistic Ministers
· Volunteer adults who assist the priest in distributing Holy Eucharist at Mass
· Prepare the altar and sanctuary with the appropriate vessels and hosts
· Ensure that the vessels and hosts are cleaned and returned to their proper place with dignity and respect
PARISH COMMITTEES
Committees advise the Pastor on the noted functions
Catechesis Committee
Baptism
First Communion
Confession (Reconciliation)
Confirmation
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)
Rite of Christian Initiation for Children (RCIC)
Communications Committee
Print Media
News media
Social Media
Website
Community Outreach Committee
Missions
ShareLife
Social Justice
Finance Committee
Financial Oversight
Social and Hospitality Committee
Ad hoc committees engaged in:
Cultural & Liturgical celebrations
Dances, Dinners, Performances
Various Festivities
Welcoming Events
Volunteer Screening Committee
Volunteer Screening
Vulnerable Sector Police Reference Checks
Volunteer Confidential Files
Groups
Knights of Columbus
Madonna Assunta Planning Group
Passion Play Production Group
Youth Group