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The role of the Liturgy & Spirituality Committee is to assess the needs that pertain to the development of the spiritual life of the community. Spirituality is the spiritual input that nurtures the spiritual life of the Christian, and includes various forms of prayer and liturgy. As the Committee carries out the Bishop’s guidelines on liturgy, and follows guidelines set down by the Archdiocese and the parish, they hope to provide liturgy that is prayerful and meaningful. The Committee is composed of the pastor, and all liturgical ministry chairpersons. These are men and women who witness to the faith by proclaiming God’s word at liturgical assemblies. Special training is necessary to perform this ministry well. Eucharistic Ministers They are chosen men, women and youth (junior and senior), who are entrusted with administering the Eucharist, and taking communion to the sick. A special Orientation Program is conducted for all new Eucharistic Ministers. Servers The Servers’ Program is open to any St. Mary’s boy or girl from 6th grad through 12th grade. Permission of parents or guardian is requested, and faithful commitment to their responsibility is expected. Ushers They are the official hosts of the parish community. Their crucial function is welcoming and hosting at all weekend masses, and other liturgical events. This ministry is open to men, women, and youth (junior and seniors). Music Ministry Greeters These men and women have the important task of greeting all persons as they enter the church at all weekend masses. This ministry is open to men, women, and youth (junior and seniors). Art / Environment Through the constant vigilance of these people, the church and other areas (sacristies and sanctuary) are carefully cleaned and kept in order. Pastoral Council Rep This person attends Pastoral Council meetings and informs this group of any important events or changes discussed or proposed by the Liturgy & Spirituality Committee. (Please contact any of these persons if you have questions or concerns. They will be happy to help in any way they can.)
The Liturgy Planning Committee meets on a regular basis. The Liturgy chairperson and men, women, and youth of the parish have the function of planning the parish Sunday and Holy Day liturgies, and other liturgical celebrations throughout the year.
Adult Choir
It is composed of men, women,
and high school youth of the parish. The choir sings once or
twice a month at weekend liturgies, and other special events
(excluding summer months). Cantors (leaders of song) are men and women who help the congregation sing, and add to the beauty and prayerfulness of the liturgy. Organists work with the cantors in leading the congregation in song. By practice and dedication, their music makes liturgy prayerful and meaningful. Folk Group It is composed of musicians and singers who lead the parish in sacred song. This group ministers once or twice a month at parish weekend masses and other special events. Youth Choir Junior High and High School Youth are invited to be a part of this group. The Choir sings for special events in the parish. Handbell Choir Is St. Mary’s newest musical group. All men and women, young and old, are invited to become a part of the Bell Ringers. The “Bells of St. Mary’s” ring at special liturgies and seasons of the church year.
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