Liturgy
Full, active participation by all members of the community is the foremost priority of Liturgy planning at our parish. In keeping with the spirit of Vatican II, the Church strives to involve as many of its members as possible in its liturgical celebrations. Formal training for various ministries open to confirmed Catholic adults are offered throughout the year. Please contact the Parish Office for more information on how to become involved in one of the following liturgy opportunities.
Lector
Men and women who proclaim God's Word as revealed in Scripture. Lectors provide service on Saturday and Sunday Masses. A Lector Coordinator develops the schedules.
Click here for Lector Schedules
Eucharistic Minister
Persons called to assist in the distribution of Holy Communion at Mass, as well as bringing Christ to the sick and/or homebound.
Click here for Eucharistic Ministers Schedules
Click here for Eucharistic Ministers Teams
Liturgy Focused On Youth
A Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) is conducted weekly at the 8:45am, 10:45am, and 12:30pm Masses. These ministers strive to get children excited about living their faith. The Liturgy of the Word portion of the Mass is presented in an exciting and innovative way, while respecting children's developmental level and presenting them with opportunities to worship within the context of a larger community. The use of puppets, song and storytelling are emphasized during these liturgies. There is no CLOW during the summer months.
Our 5:00pm Sunday Mass is a liturgy that focuses on young adults and teens. Please contact the Office of Christian Formation 602-867-9715 for information on how you can assist in this ministry.
Hospitality/Ushers
Men and women who serve as greeters, assist in welcoming and seating the people, "directing traffic" during Holy Communion and take up the collection at all weekend Masses.
Choirs
Men, women and children who share their voices and other musical talents in leading the music during mass on Sundays and during special events. Various choir groups include:
Adult Choir (Weekly rehearsals each Wednesday 7-9pm. This group also leads the music at the 10:45 liturgy each Sunday.)
Teen/Young Adult Choir (Weekly rehearsals each Thursday 6:30-7:30pm. This group sings monthly.)
Chamber Choir (Weekly rehearsals each Wednesday 5-6pm. This group sings monthly at the 10:45 liturgy as well as for family and sacramental celebrations.)
Youth Choir (Weekly rehearsals each Thursday 5-6pm. This group sings monthly at the 10:45 liturgy.)
Cherub Choir (Weekly rehearsals each Wednesday 6-6:30pm. This group sings monthly at the 10:45 liturgy.)
Bell Choirs
Teen/Young Adult Choir (Weekly rehearsals each Thursday 7:30-9:00pm. This group plays monthly at the 10:45 liturgy and other special liturgies.)
Intergenerational Choir (Weekly rehearsals each Wednesday 7:00-8:30pm. This group plays monthly at the 10:45 liturgy and other special liturgies.)
Youth Bells I (Weekly rehearsals each Wednesday 6:00 - 7:00pm. This group plays monthly at the 10:45 liturgy.)
Youth Bells II (Weekly rehearsals each Thursday 6:00 - 7:00pm. This group plays monthly at the 10:45 liturgy.)
Chimes (Weekly rehearsals each Thursday 4:30-5:00pm. This group plays seasonally.)
Small Ensembles (rehearsal time T.B.A.)
Contemporary Adult Musicians (Weekly rehearsals are Monday evenings. This group sings at the 8:45 am liturgy.)
Young Adult Contemporary Musicians (Weekly rehearsals Sundays 3:00 - 4:30pm. This group sings at the 5:00 pm liturgy.)
Click here for more information on how to join, rehearsal times, events, and weekly messages for the choirs.
Sacristans (Altar Society)
This crew works in the sacristy and sanctuary area and provides care for the altar linens, candles, and vestments. Please leave a message at the parish office 602-867-9171 if you wish to assist.
Altar Servers
This Ministry is open to students and adults who have made their 1st Eucharist. Altar Servers serve at least once each month at the Saturday/Sunday Masses. They also serve on Holy Days and at other special Masses. Positions for this ministry become available as current servers drop out. Altar Server Trainings are held as the need arises and dates will be announced in the bulletin.
Click here for Altar Server team assignments.
Click here for Altar Servers Schedules
Click here for an Altar Server registration form.
Marian Devotions
See bulletin for special devotions to Mary.
Mass in Spanish
Held every Sunday at 12:30 p.m. Presione aquí por las servicios para la comunidad Hispana.
Anointing of the Sick
The Church recommends that a sick person be anointed at the beginning of an illness and then on a monthly or bimonthly basis. Please do not wait until the middle of the night to telephone the parish as we do not have a priest on 24-hour call. For legitimate emergencies call (602) 401-4155 and wait for instructions.
Communion for Shut-ins
Call the parish office at (602) 867-9171 to arrange for a home visit.