Liturgy is the worship of a people who gather to celebrate the great mystery of our salvation. Our Liturgy Committee draws on the liturgical seasons of the Church to fashion celebrations of faith consistent with the liturgical norms of the Catholic Church.

MASS TIMES:

-Saturday Reconciliation 3:45 to 4:45 p.m.
-Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m.
-Sunday 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
-Daily Masses: Tuesday through Friday at 9:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary
-Eucharistic Adoration: Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
-Benediction: Tuesday, 5:30 p.m.

Altar Servers

Altar Servers assist the priest during Mass. Boys and girls, who are at least 9 years of age and have made their First Communion are eligible to serve.

Altar Servers:

• Serve at the altar in order to add dignity to the Mass
• Assist the priest in their service to God on behalf of the people
• Inspire the congregation to worship through their actions
• Serve attentively and responsibly, with joy, love, dignity, and respect for God and others

For more information, contact:757-340-7231

Arts and Environment Committee

To facilitate the enhancement of the beauty of our liturgical celebrations, this group plans and creates appropriate decorations and fresh flower arrangements for the church, chapel, entrances, and common areas. The committee also creates memorial arrangements for those who want to remember a deceased loved one with flowers.  New members are always welcome and we will gladly teach them to arrange flowers.

For more information, contact:

Connie King
[email protected]

Eucharistic Ministers

Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist are confirmed adults, approved by the pastor, and serve others in a threefold way:  assist in the distribution of Communion; take Communion to those unable to attend Mass; conduct Communion Service in the absence of a priest.

For more information, contact:

Agatha Peterson
757-340-3852

Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) Catechists

During Children’s Liturgy of the Word, children are dismissed from the adult assembly to hear the Gospel at their level of understanding. They are led by a Catechist Volunteer who is provided with teaching materials that are adapted to be made relevant to the lives and experiences of young children preparing them for full participation in the Liturgy. The children are called forward and dismissed before the readings from scripture and they return to the church after the homily.

For more information, contact:

Steve Branning
[email protected]
757-340-7231

Lectors

Adult and youth lectors help to make the Mass more meaningful by proclaiming God’s Word to the congregation. Training is provided and a Lector Workbook gives insight into each week’s readings. Time commitment is minimal and individualized.  Youth lectors should be middle school aged and those of high school age are welcome to join as adult lectors.

For more information, contact:

Carrell Horvath – 757-478-6191

Lora DiNardo
[email protected]

Liturgical Planning of the Universal Prayer

Four groups meet monthly to reflect on Sunday Scriptures. The focus of this ministry is writing an opening commentary and Universal Prayer (formerly known as “Prayers of the Faithful”) for weekend Liturgy.

For more information, contact:

Carol Vorhees
757-450-9716

Sacristans

Teams are responsible for the care and placement of everything used in the parish Liturgy. Working in teams of two, they check altar linens and coverings, clean vessels, holy water fonts, candles, and holders. Time requirement: approximately one hour per month.

For more information, contact:

Mary Lou Ferralli
757-498-7011

Purificator Ministry

Purificators are the linen cloths used to dry sacred vessels at liturgies. Laundering of about 30 purificators per week is done at home. Time requirement:  individuals are scheduled on a rotating basis, approximately one week per month.

For more information, contact:

Mary Schildwachter
757-463-0872

Ushers/Ministers of Hospitality

Greet and welcome parishioners arriving for Liturgy as well as collect the offering of the people and assist those who bring forth the Eucharistic Gifts. Ushers ensure the locking of the building after the 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday masses. Seasonal volunteers are appreciated.

For more information, contact:

Tim Baker – 757-646-2490

Tom Lenhard – 757-635-1209