Parish Ministries
If you have questions, require more information or wish to sign up, please call the parish office at 941-776-9097 or contact us by email; homesfxc@verizon.net.
Liturgy and Worship
Altar Server Ministry
The Altar Server Ministry is open to all adult and youth registered in the parish who have made their first Communion. The youth servers are required to attend the Faith Formation program for their age, or the youth group programs.
Sacristans
Sacristans work behind the scenes. They prepare everything needed for the celebration of the Mass each week. The Sacristan must work well with all others who are involved in the preparation of the celebration of the Mass.
Lectors
The ministry of Lector is a highly visible ministry. Lectors proclaim the Words of the Lord during the Liturgy and lad the General Intercessions. A lector must have a passion for Scripture; an ability to interpret and understand Scripture. This ministry is open to all adults and youth registered in the parish, who have made their first Communion. Anyone interested in becoming a lector.
Offertory/Gift Bearers
If you as an individual or a family would like to help bring up the gifts at our Saturday or Sunday liturgy please notify an usher upon arrival at Mass.
Ushers/Greeters
The usher greets parishioners as they enter the Church. They reflect the warmth and welcome of Christ himself, always conscious of Christ’s words: “I was a stranger and you welcomed me”. Much of the ushers’ work is done behind the scenes. They help with preparations for a liturgy, preparing bulletins for distribution, and taking care of food collected at the liturgy. They arrange for people to carry the gifts in procession during Mass and assist with emergencies. During Mass, ushers assist with “traffic flow” at Communion, take collections. Ushers must report to church at least 20 minutes early. They work in teams at each Mass and can expect to serve weekly.
Music Ministry
Our Music Ministry is comprised of ministers who are truly dedicated to making the liturgical music a prayerful and uplifting worship experience. We serve our parish community by encouraging and assisting the congregation to sing. We practice on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Church (Sept. – April)
Cantors
Cantors are a vital part of our music ministry. It is the cantor’s responsibility to welcome the congregation to Mass, announce the songs, lead the songs or hymns during the liturgy while encouraging the congregation to participate in sung prayer. Requirements/qualifications: An audition is required. Cantors should ideally be studying voice privately or have significant choral experience. Cantors must be able to read music.
Instrumentalists
Those blessed with the gift of being able to play an instrument are welcome to share their talents with our parish community. Membership is open to men and women of high school age and older. Requirements: Musically trained with the ability to read music and transpose if necessary, and be comfortable playing in front of a large congregation.
Art & Environment
This ministry helps decorate and prepare the environment for liturgical celebrations throughout the year. Time required is on “as needed” basis.
Bible Study
Group Meets on Friday Mornings from 9:30 - 11:00 AM
Bible Study Information
Call Cathy LaDisa with questions at 776-3390
Special Groups
Angel’s Corner Gift Shop
The shop is open after all Masses on Sunday. Please stop by and browse. If interested in helping, volunteers are needed to assist customers after each weekend Mass. Time requirements is 1/2 hour.
Coffee Fellowship
Join fellow parishioners for coffee and fellowship in the Great Hall of the Mother Cabrini Centere after the 8 and 10:30 Masses. All are welcome.
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