Liturgical Ministries

Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.

Matthew 28:19-20

Altar Linens

This involves cleaning and maintaining the linens that are used in Holy Mass.

Contact: Deacon Al Homiski 480.905.0221 x217

Art & Environment

The Environment & Art Ministry decorates the church and narthex for Christmas, Easter, and smaller feasts in between. Special skills are not required because there is plenty to do in terms of staging, moving, and helping. This is a great, simple ministry for bringing others closer to Christ by better reflecting heaven on earth.

Contact: Deacon Al Homiski 480.905.0221 x217

Knights of the Altar

The Altar Server Ministry is open to all interested 5th graders and older who wish to be trained as servers for Sunday, Holy Day, and special Masses. In addition, high school boys are eligible to serve as Knights of the Altar, a society of young men dedicated to serving at the altar and living a spiritual life.

Contact: Deacon Al Homiski 480.905.0221 x217

Lectors

Readers have the privilege and responsibility of proclaiming the Word of God during the celebration of Mass. Readers must first and foremost have a deep love of and respect for Scripture. Secondly, readers must be able to proclaim the readings audibly, clearly, and with passion to communicate God’s word. Readers are required to be practicing Catholics and attend a training session at least once a year.

Contact: Deacon Al Homiski 480.905.0221 x217

Ushers

Ushers greet worshipers at Sunday Masses; assist in seating people; assist those with special needs; guide collection baskets; and distribute bulletins and handouts after Masses. This important ministry often serves as our first contact with newcomers and visitors to the parish, so Ushers should be warm, engaging, welcoming beacons of Christ’s love to strangers.

Contact: Deacon Al Homiski 480.905.0221