CURRENT  MINISTRIES

Knights of Columbus

If you're a practical Catholic man and at least 18 years old, then the KofC may be just what you're looking for. The KofC is a Catholic family fraternal society founded by Father Michael McGivney in 1882 at St. Mary's Church in New Haven, Connecticut. From its humble roots it has grown to become the largest Catholic fraternal society in the world today with over 1.6 million members. If you desire to support the Catholic Church and grow in your faith; if you believe in the welfare of young people, in family values and want to associate with people who share your beliefs and interests; if you desire to improve your community and want to be part of a men's organization that promotes faith, family and fraternity at St. Cecilia, then consider becoming a Member today. For more information contact Grand Knight Jeff at 659-9575.

Ladies Auxiliary

Ladies of our parish 21 and older to be compatible to the men’s Knights of Columbus. The ladies run several separate events and also assist in the running of events with the Knights. Any question contact Kristy at 288-4068.

Lector

Proclaims the Word of God and the prayers of Intercession. Anyone, youth through adult, male and female, may become a lector.

Doughnut Sunday Helper

We have doughnut Sunday once a month. One family a month does doughnut Sunday.

Alter Server

Assists the presider and other ministers by performing various roles during liturgy. Anyone in grades four through adult, male and female, can assist as a server.

Music/Choir Ministry

Leads the community in sung praise, either as a musician, cantor or choir member. Youth through adult are encouraged to share their musical interests and gifts with the parish.

Greeters and Gift Bearers

Welcomes the community as they enter for Worship, as well as carry the Bread, Wine and Tithes basket in the Procession with Gifts. Greeters/Gift Bearers are scheduled in pairs or as entire families, sometimes as Greeters and sometimes as Gift Bearers. Greeters, please arrive 15 -20 minutes before the start of mass and check off your name on the ministry list found next to the sacristy door. Please stand in the vestibule near the Sacristy door and greet those coming into church with a handshake and a word of welcome. Let the littlest ones in your family also participate!

Eucharist Ministers

Assist in distributing Christ to others in Holy Communion. Anyone ages 16 through adult, male and female, may become a Eucharist Minister.

Eucharist Ministers - Homebound

Take communion to those who cannot attend Mass.

Ushers

Care for and assist the needs of the assembly in various ways. Youth through adult, male and female, are welcome to be an usher. Please sit an one of the back rows where you see reserved signs in the pews. Discuss your role with the other ushers who are seated there. You will decide among yourselves whose duty it will be to take up the monetary offering to the altar, etc. Be ready for a second collection if mentioned by Father at the begining of mass. DO NOT DELAY in starting this collection immediately following communion.

Church Decorating

Decorate and enhance our Worship space for various liturgical seasons and feasts. Youth through adult, male and female, can assist in the artistic and non-artistic tasks in decorating our church. There are two large environment changes during the church year: Christmas and Easter. We will ask for volunteers through the bulletin and may make calls as well. We will need your help on Monday, December 19, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. to decorate for Christmas and again at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 23, 2005 to arrange the poinsettias. You may come to both or to one. We certainly appreciate your assistance!

Worship Committee

Consists of members who have a love for studying and preparing liturgical prayer in its many forms. Youth through adult, male and female, may serve on this commission.

Liturgy of the Word with Children

Leads the prayers and readings during the time in which the children are dismissed from the assembly and reflect on the Word of God. High school through adult parishioners may serve as a Catechist for Liturgy of the Word.

Collection Counter

Volunteers that are scheduled to count the collection money on Sunday afternoon.

Youth Ministers

Provide opportunities for our parish youth to gather and build community and faith through socials, service to others and faith sharing. Many spiritual and social events are a part of youth ministry.

Rite of Christian Initiation Team

Catechists for the Initiation process are dismissed at Mass following the homily, along with those seeking to become members of the Catholic Church. The Catechist facilitates faith by sharing the Word and helps them apply the richness of the Sunday readings in their everyday lives. Male and female adults are encouraged to assist in this Sacramental process.

Catechist for Parish School of Religion (PSR)

a Catechist for PSR teaches our students in grades K through High School who attend public schools. A Catechist assists individuals and communities to deepen faith and identify through initiation rites, instruction and formation of conscience and share their understanding of God and Church. PSR takes place on Sunday between the Masses. Male and female adults can serve as Catechists for PSR.

Elizabeth Ministry

Offers parish outreach to expectant and new parents in the faith community. Their focus includes a special concern for newborn infants and young children.

Renew

A program of small based communities who reflect on the Sunday readings. Those in Renew choose to deepen their spirituality through prayer and sharing which takes place within these groups. Renew sessions take place in the homes of various parishioners who are host couples.

Finance Council

consultative body to the pastor on all matters pertaining to the temporal goods of the church.

Funeral luncheons

You can bring food and/or work at the luncheons. They take place in the church hall. We are fortunate to have a somewhat young population of parishioners, so funerals are somewhat intermittent. If there is a funeral luncheon, you will be contacted by either Pam Chandrl or Lawana Roth. If a message is left for you, please return the call to these ladies as soon as possible because there is a limited amount of time for preparations. Parish meals are several times a year. Pam Chandrl will call you when one of the events is planned.

Hospitality

Help serve food & refreshments apart from funeral luncheons.

Nursery/Babysitting

Help take care of children during masses and other events.

Pastoral Council

A Consultative body to the pastor on all matters pertaining to the spiritual welfare of the parish.

Sacristan

This person assists Father in preparing for Mass. Responsible for vessels, garments, books and other items needed during Mass.

Sanctuary Flowers

With assistance from the Worship Committee, individuals or families may provide fresh flowers or produce for decorating.

Video/photography

May be asked to video tape special events at church.

Visit shut-ins

When asked visit with those who may need some TLC and some companionship.

Welcome new parishioners

Assist one of our parishioners who welcomes new parishioners with a phone call or a visit.

Yard work/flower care

Volunteer to help with plants & watering when needed.

Bible Study

A Bible Study group is held at the beginning of the year, usually in October thru November. Some book of the Old Testament or one of the writers of the Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke or John is taken as our subject matter. The group meets once a week and books as well as videos are used for this program. The time is set after the group convenes, so it is at their convenience. This group is held in the FLC. Sr. Therese is the leader of the bible study group.

Book Club

Once or twice a year, according to the type of book chosen, a book club discussion is held at the FLC. The choosing of a book is either done by Sr. Therese or by the group attending the discussion. Based on the number and length of each chapter, our time period is based on the number of times we meet. The day and length of time for each gathering is determined by the group once it meets.