OUR MINISTRY GROUPS REFLECT OUR VISION OF MISSIONARY DISCIPLEHIP AS WE PORTRAY JESUS AS PRESENT IN HIS WORD, IN WORSHIP, IN THE COMMUNITY AND IN SERVICE TO OTHERS
LITURGICAL
celebration of our Catholic Faith
COMMUNITY
Groups fostering community Gatherings
EVANGELIZATION
Sharing the Gospel with the uncommitted
MAINTENANCE
The care of buildings and grounds
Liturgical
Eucharistic Minister
help with distribution of Holy Communion in Church and to the sick
Lectors
Assist with the proclamation of the Word of God
Hospitality
helping to create a welcome environment for those attending Church and other functions.
Alter Servers
Assist the Priest with the liturgical celebration [candles, books etc.].
Music
Leader of Song, choir, musical instrument accompaniment.
Children’s liturgy
weekly liturgy of Word for children and monthly for children’s Mass.
Art and Environment
create the worshipping space to make the liturgical celebration beautiful.
COMMUNITY
Catholic Women’s league
open to all women in the parish.
Knights of Columbus
open to all men in the parish.
Young Adults Group
ages 18-35.
Youth Group
Pre-adults divided into various age groups.
Social Committee
assists with the organization of parish social gatherings.
EVANGELIZATION
Senior Leadership Team
Working with the Pastor to foster renewal, evangelization, discipleship and accompaniment.
Catechism
organizing faith formation gatherings and programs for children..
Formation
offering catechesis and discipleship development for adults.
Alpha
an introductory program of evangelization directed to inviting and helping people to know Jesus.
Accompaniment
A ministry devoted to walking with those who seek a relationship or a closer relationship with Jesus
MAINTENANCE
Building maintenance
Skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing etc.
Pastoral Center cleaning
wash floors, dust, clean and disinfect.
Lawn MaintenanceChurch Cleaning
vacuum, dust, clean and disinfect.
SOCIAL JUSTICE
NeighbourLink
Food Bank, meals etc.
Development and Peace
Canadian Bishops Organization offering aid to 3 rd world countries.
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